English words starting with P

having a small hole made by a sharp object, especially in a tyre or a ball

a person who knows a lot about a particular subject and who often talks about it in public, for example on television or in a newspaper

The activity or profession of giving opinions and comments on a particular subject, especially in the media.

A sharp, strong, and often bitter taste or smell.

having a sharply strong taste or smell

in a way that has a sharply strong taste or smell

Of or relating to ancient Carthage or its people.

To make someone suffer for a crime or for bad behavior.

(of an act) subject to a judicial punishment

Subjected someone to a penalty for an offense.

A person or thing that punishes or inflicts punishment.

extremely demanding, severe, or harsh, often causing physical or mental strain

The act of punishing someone or the state of being punished.

relating to or intended as punishment.

In a way that is intended as punishment or is extremely severe.

Relating to Punjab, its people, or their language.

A loud, aggressive style of rock music and the associated youth subculture characterized by anti-establishment attitudes and outrageous clothing and hairstyles.

A style of popular music that combines the aggressive, fast-paced energy and DIY ethos of punk rock with the catchy melodies and production styles of pop music.

A loud, fast, and aggressive style of rock music that emerged in the mid-1970s, characterized by short songs, simple melodies, and often anti-establishment lyrics.

Having the appearance, style, or attitude associated with punk rock or punk subculture.

(of wood, cork, etc.) soft, spongy, or rotten.

The act or practice of making puns.

to kick a ball after dropping it from your hands and before it hits the ground, especially in american football or rugby.

A person who gambles or places a bet, especially on horse races or other sporting events.

The activity or sport of propelling a long, flat-bottomed boat (a punt) by pushing against the riverbed with a long pole.

small and weak

A young dog; a puppy.

an insect in the stage of development between larva and adult, during which it is often enclosed in a case or cocoon.

Relating to or being in the stage of an insect's life between larva and adult.

(of a larva) to become a pupa; to undergo the transformation into the pupal stage.

a small, hardy fish of the genus Cyprinodon, found in isolated springs and pools in desert areas of the southwestern united states and mexico.

A child or young person who is being taught in a school or by a private tutor.

a student who is also employed as a teacher, especially in a school where older students instruct younger ones

A model of a person or animal that can be moved by pulling strings attached to its body or by putting your hand inside it.

a person who operates puppets, especially in a puppet show.

the art of making and operating puppets in a theatrical performance.

A young dog.

A dog, especially when it is young or thought of in an affectionate or endearing way.

Having poor vision; partially or wholly blind.

To buy something.

obtained something by paying money for it

a person or organization that buys something.

the activity of buying goods or services, especially for a business or organization.

the practice in certain muslim and hindu societies of screening women from men or strangers by means of a curtain or all-enveloping clothes

Not mixed with any other substance or material.

A sound composed of a single frequency without overtones; a sine wave sound.

Of a completely white color, without any other shade or blemish.

(of an animal) bred from parents of the same breed or variety over many generations.

(Of a sound or tone) clear, smooth, and free from harshness or distortion.

A smooth, thick liquid made by crushing cooked food, especially fruit or vegetables.

in a way that is not mixed with anything else; only or entirely

The process of making someone or something pure by removing undesirable elements.

causing the bowels to empty

relating to or resembling purgatory.

(in roman catholic doctrine) a place or state of suffering inhabited by the souls of sinners who are expiating their sins before going to heaven.

To remove people or things from an organization, place, or system, often in a sudden or violent way.

the act of removing people or things that are considered undesirable or harmful from a group, place, or organization.

A type of deep-fried, unleavened bread from South Asia, made from wheat flour and typically puffed up while cooking.

the act of making something clean and pure by removing dirty, harmful, or unwanted substances

Made pure by removing unwanted or harmful substances.

a device or substance that removes harmful or unwanted elements from something, such as air or water.

to make something clean by removing dirty, harmful, or foreign substances

Making something pure by removing contaminants or unwanted elements.

a colorless crystalline organic compound with basic properties, forming uric acid on oxidation.

Strict adherence to traditional rules or structures, especially in language or art.

a person who insists on following traditional rules or styles very strictly, especially in language, art, or a particular field.

A member of a group of English Protestants in the 16th and 17th centuries who sought to simplify and regulate forms of worship.

having very strict moral attitudes and disapproving of pleasure, especially physical pleasure

The beliefs and practices of the Puritans, a group of English Protestants in the 16th and 17th centuries who wanted simpler forms of church ceremony

the state or quality of being pure

(of a stream or river) to flow with a swirling motion and a murmuring sound.

the area near or surrounding a place; a person's usual haunts.

to steal something, especially in a secret or stealthy manner.

Stolen or taken dishonestly, especially in a stealthy manner.

A color intermediate between red and blue

of a color that is a very dark shade of purple, appearing almost black.

of a color that is a blend of purple and blue; having a hue between purple and blue.

having leaves that are purple in color.

somewhat purple in colour; having a tinge of purple

To claim or appear to be something, especially when this is not the case.

Claimed or stated to be true, but not necessarily proven to be so.

According to what is claimed or stated, but not necessarily proven to be true.

the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists

designed and made for a particular use or user

guided by or having a clear sense of purpose or intention.

having or showing determination or resolve

in a way that shows determination or a clear intention

the quality of having a clear aim or determination to achieve something

having no clear aim, reason, or use

the state or quality of having no purpose, aim, or meaning.

In a way that is deliberate or intentional.

Done or acting with a clear aim or purpose; intentional.

The quality of having or showing a clear intention or aim; goal-directedness.

A condition characterized by purple or red discolorations on the skin or mucous membranes, caused by bleeding underneath, often as a symptom of various diseases.

(of a cat) to make a low continuous vibrating sound that usually expresses pleasure

A low, continuous, vibrating sound made by a cat, typically expressing contentment.

A small bag made of leather, plastic, etc., used for carrying money, cards, and other small personal items, typically used by women.

A large fishing net that is hung vertically in the water and can be closed like a purse at the bottom to trap fish.

(of the lips) drawn together into a tight, rounded shape, often to show disapproval, concentration, or to prevent oneself from speaking.

a ship's officer who keeps the accounts, especially the head steward on a passenger vessel.

a low-growing succulent plant with fleshy leaves and stems, often found as a weed but also cultivated for use in salads and cooking.

The carrying out or continuation of a plan, action, or process.

in accordance with or following something; conforming to

to follow or chase someone or something, especially in order to catch or attack them.

followed or chased someone or something in order to catch or attack them.

a person who is following or chasing someone or something.

following or chasing someone or something in order to catch or attack them

the act of following or chasing someone or something

(Nonstandard or dialectal) Pronunciation spelling of 'pretty'.

Containing, consisting of, or producing pus.

To supply or provide (food, drink, or other goods) as one's business.

a person or business that supplies food, drink, or other goods as a trade

The scope or range of something, such as a document, law, or person's authority or knowledge.

A thick yellowish or greenish liquid produced in infected tissue, consisting of dead white blood cells and bacteria with tissue debris and serum.

to use force to move something or someone away from you or from their current position

The act of pushing against a surface with a part of the body, especially the feet or hands, to begin a movement or gain momentum.

Involving or using a combination of opposing actions or forces, one pushing and one pulling.

An exercise in which a person lies facing the floor and, keeping their back straight, raises their body by pressing down on their hands until the arms are straight.

a negative or critical reaction to a plan, idea, or change

A light cart, typically with two wheels, that is pushed by hand.