English words starting with P

Having a light, washed-out yellow color.

In a pale manner; with a lack of color or intensity.

the state or quality of being pale in color

Relating to or denoting the earliest known human inhabitants of the Americas, from the first arrival until about 8000 BC.

a scientist who studies the fossil remains of early humans and their primate ancestors.

relating to the early phase of the stone age, lasting about 2.5 million years, when primitive stone implements were used.

relating to paleontology, the scientific study of life in the geological past, especially through the examination of plant and animal fossils.

A scientist who studies fossils and ancient life forms.

the scientific study of life that existed in prehistoric times, especially as represented by fossils.

relating to or denoting the era of geological time between the precambrian and the mesozoic, comprising the cambrian, ordovician, silurian, devonian, carboniferous, and permian periods.

Relating to Palestine or its people.

under the political or administrative authority of palestinians.

Relating to both Palestinians and Israelis, or to their relationship or conflict.

a thin board or slab on which an artist lays and mixes colours.

a docile horse used for ordinary riding, especially by women.

An allowance for support made by one member of an unmarried couple to the other after separation.

A manuscript or piece of writing material on which the original writing has been erased to make room for later writing, but of which traces remain.

A word, phrase, or sequence of characters that reads the same forwards and backwards.

A fence made from pointed wooden or metal stakes.

A fence made of pointed wooden or metal stakes.

a fence made of strong, pointed wooden or metal stakes fixed in the ground, used for defence.

To become less interesting or enjoyable over time.

Relating to or characteristic of the neoclassical architectural style of Andrea Palladio.

a rare, silvery-white metallic chemical element (symbol Pd), used especially as a catalyst and in alloys.

a person who helps to carry the coffin at a funeral

A flat wooden or metal frame on which heavy goods are stacked so they can be moved using a forklift truck.

to make the effects of something, especially an illness or a problem, less severe or unpleasant without removing the cause.

(of a treatment or medicine) relieving pain or alleviating a problem without dealing with the underlying cause.

(of a person's face or complexion) unhealthily pale

an unhealthy pale appearance of a person's face or skin.

the inner surface of the hand between the wrist and the fingers

(of an area, especially a beach) having palm trees growing around its edge

Having palm trees arranged along the sides or edges, typically of a road, beach, or avenue.

small enough to fit in the palm of one's hand; very small and portable.

small enough to fit or be held in the palm of a hand

An alcoholic beverage made from the fermented sap of various species of palm tree.

A stylized decorative motif based on the fan-shaped leaves of a palm tree.

a small palm tree, especially one of a type with fan-shaped leaves that grows in the southeastern united states and the caribbean.

the amount that can be held in a cupped hand.

the practice or art of telling a person's future or interpreting their character by examining the lines and other features of the hand, especially the palm.

A very small computer that is small enough to be held in the palm of one hand.

(of a period of time) flourishing, successful, and prosperous.

A horse that is golden or cream in color with a white mane and tail.

a mediocre or incompetent boxer or athlete

A segmented, often jointed, sensory appendage near the mouth in arthropods, used for feeling or handling food.

(of a feeling or atmosphere) so intense that it seems able to be touched or physically felt

in a way that is obvious or easily noticed; tangibly

To examine a part of the body by touching it with the hands or fingers.

the act of examining part of the body by touching it with the fingers or hands

(of the heart) to beat rapidly, strongly, or irregularly, especially from excitement, anxiety, or illness.

A condition in which your heart beats too quickly or in an irregular way, often making you aware of it.

affected with or suffering from palsy; paralyzed or trembling uncontrollably.

a condition marked by uncontrollable tremor or paralysis of a part of the body.

To act or speak insincerely or deceitfully; to trifle with something important.

(of an amount) very small and of little or no value

The extensive, treeless plains in South America, especially in Argentina.

To treat someone with too much kindness or indulgence; to allow someone to have or do whatever they want.

(of a person) having had too much attention and kindness, making them expect to always get what they want

The act of treating someone with excessive indulgence, care, or luxury.

a very thin book with a paper cover, containing information about a particular subject

a person who writes and distributes pamphlets, especially to promote a political cause or opinion.

A wide, shallow, open container, typically made of metal, used for cooking food in or for other domestic purposes.

Relating to or involving all the countries of Africa or all people of African descent.

Involving, relating to, or representing all the countries of North, Central, and South America.

Relating to or involving all Arab peoples or nations.

Relating to or involving all of Asia or its peoples.

Relating to or encompassing a diverse group of peoples or ethnicities.

Relating to or involving all the nations of Europe.

(of food) cooked in a pan with a small amount of fat or oil

Relating to or representing all the peoples or cultures of India, or all Native American peoples.

Relating to or advocating the unity of all Muslim people or countries.

(of food) cooked by roasting in a pan, typically on a stovetop.

(of food, especially fish or meat) cooked quickly in a small amount of oil or fat in a hot pan

a solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases.

A stylish, original, and very confident way of doing things that makes people admire you.

Relating to Panama, its people, or their culture.

a thin, flat, round cake made from a mixture of flour, eggs, and milk, fried on both sides in a pan.

an italian cured meat made from pork belly, typically seasoned with salt, pepper, and other spices, and often rolled into a cylinder.

a large gland behind the stomach that produces insulin and substances that help the body digest food

Relating to or affecting the pancreas.

A medical condition in which the pancreas becomes inflamed, causing severe pain in the front of the abdomen and often vomiting.

a large black-and-white animal that lives in forests in china and eats bamboo

(of a disease) prevalent over a whole country or the world.

a situation in which there is a lot of noise, activity, and confusion, especially because people are feeling angry or frightened

To gratify or indulge (an immoral or distasteful desire, need, or habit or a person with such a desire, etc.)

Gratifying or indulging (an immoral or distasteful desire, need, or habit or a person with such a desire, etc.), especially for political or personal gain.

a single sheet of glass in a window or door.

a soft, white cheese made in south asia, often used in curries and other dishes.

A speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly.

A flat, usually rectangular piece that forms a distinct, often separate section of a surface, door, wall, or vehicle.

(of a wall or other surface) covered or decorated with panels.

A series of panels that cover a wall or other surface.

A member of a panel, especially one taking part in a discussion, game, or broadcast.

The wooden or other material boards that cover a wall or ceiling.

A small freshwater fish, especially one of a variety of species (such as sunfish, perch, or crappie) that are often caught for food or sport.

A sudden sharp feeling of physical pain or emotional distress.

a large, broad-bladed fishing knife or machete used in eastern and southern africa.

A mammal with a body covered in overlapping horny scales, a small head with an elongated snout, and a long sticky tongue for eating ants and termites.

A narrow strip of territory projecting from a larger area, resembling the handle of a pan.

A person who asks for money in a public place, especially one who does this as a way of life.

The activity of asking strangers for money or food, especially on the streets.

A sudden strong feeling of fear or worry that prevents reasonable thought and action.

Overwhelmed with or showing sudden, extreme fear or anxiety.

Feeling or showing sudden, uncontrollable fear or anxiety

feeling or showing sudden, uncontrollable fear or anxiety

a large basket, especially one of a pair carried on either side of a pack animal or on a bicycle or motorcycle.

a complete or impressive collection of things

Showing or seeing the whole at one view.

A circular prison with cells arranged around a central well, from which prisoners could at all times be observed.

a view of a wide area of land

(of a view, picture, or description) showing a wide area

A type of garden plant with brightly colored flowers of various colors, often with a dark center.

to breathe quickly and loudly through your mouth, usually because you have been doing physical exercise or because it is very hot

a large van, especially one used for moving furniture.

the belief that god is present in all natural things, and that god and the universe are the same

a person who believes that God is present in all natural things and that God and the universe are the same

relating to or characterized by pantheism; identifying god with the universe.

a temple dedicated to all the gods of a religion, especially the circular one in rome.

a large wild animal of the cat family, especially a leopard or a jaguar with black fur.

a piece of women's or girls' underwear covering the area between the waist and the top of the legs.