English words starting with R

A fast-running ground cuckoo of arid regions of North America, with streaked brownish plumage and a long tail.

A series of presentations or events held in different locations, typically to promote a new product, service, or investment opportunity to potential customers or investors.

The strip of land along either side of a road.

An open-top, two-seater sports car.

the part of a road used by vehicles

Repairs or construction work being done on a road.

to move or travel with no particular purpose or destination.

A person or animal that moves around without a fixed plan or purpose.

(especially of a horse) having a coat in which the main colour is thickly interspersed with hairs of another colour, typically bay, chestnut, or black mixed with white.

to make a very loud, deep sound

(of a sound) very loud and powerful

to cook food, especially meat, in an oven or over a fire

(of food) cooked by prolonged exposure to heat in an oven or over a fire

A person or company that roasts something, especially coffee beans.

The process of cooking food, especially meat, in an oven or over a fire

to take money or property illegally from a person or place, often using threats or violence

a person who steals from someone or somewhere, especially using force or threats

the crime of stealing money or property from a person or place by using force or the threat of force.

A small European songbird with a red breast and face, and brown upper parts.

(present participle of rob) Taking property unlawfully from a person or place by force or threat of force.

A long, loose outer garment, often worn for ceremonies or to show a particular rank or profession.

Wearing a robe, especially a ceremonial or official one.

A small European bird with a red breast and brown back, often associated with Christmas.

A machine that can perform a complex series of tasks automatically, especially one programmable by a computer.

Resembling or characteristic of a robot, especially in being mechanical, rigid, or lacking human emotion or spontaneity.

relating to, resembling, or characteristic of a robot, especially in being mechanical, automatic, or lacking human emotion.

In a manner that is automatic, mechanical, and lacking in spontaneity or emotion.

the science or technology of designing, building, and operating robots

strong and healthy; vigorous.

a species of coffee plant (coffea canephora) known for its strong flavor and high caffeine content

in a strong, vigorous, or resilient manner.

the quality or state of being strong and healthy, or of being unlikely to break or fail.

A mythical bird of enormous size and strength, appearing in Arabian folklore.

The hard, solid mineral material forming part of the surface of the earth, often exposed on mountains or cliffs.

A style of popular music that developed in the 1950s, characterized by a strong beat and simple melodies, often played on electric guitars and drums.

Prehistoric art found on the surface of natural rock, such as cave paintings or carvings.

as low as possible; the worst or lowest level something can reach

Extremely hard; as hard as rock.

Resembling or characteristic of rock; having the appearance, hardness, or solidity of stone.

Having very firm and unchanging opinions or principles; staunchly conservative.

extremely strong, reliable, or dependable

Extremely stable, reliable, or unwavering, especially in difficult circumstances.

Covered with many scattered rocks.

The act of throwing stones or rocks, typically as a form of attack, protest, or vandalism.

A style of popular music combining elements of rock 'n' roll and hillbilly music.

a curved piece of wood or metal on the bottom of a chair or cradle that allows it to move backwards and forwards.

A cylindrical projectile that can be propelled to a great height or distance by the combustion of its contents, used as a weapon or to launch a spacecraft.

Resembling or characteristic of a rocket, especially in shape, speed, or force.

moved or driven forward by the force of burning gases expelled from a rocket engine.

A person who designs, builds, or operates rockets.

the science or practice of building and launching rockets.

A vehicle designed for space travel that is powered by a rocket engine or engines.

the vertical surface of a large rock or cliff

a mass of rocks falling from a cliff or slope

a marine fish that lives among rocks, especially one of various species of the scorpionfish family.

Moving gently backwards and forwards or from side to side.

A chair mounted on curved pieces of wood or metal (rockers) so that it can rock back and forth.

A mass of rocks falling down a steep slope or cliff.

full of rocks or made of rock

Relating to a very ornate and elaborate style of decoration, architecture, and art that developed in 18th-century France, characterized by scrolls, curves, shells, and intricate detail.

A thin straight bar, especially of wood or metal.

Having the long, thin, straight form of a rod.

A type of small mammal with sharp front teeth used for gnawing, such as a rat, mouse, squirrel, or beaver.

A public performance or competition in which cowboys show their skills at riding wild horses and catching cattle with ropes.

The mass of eggs inside a female fish, often used as food.

A unit of measurement for exposure to ionizing radiation, such as X-rays or gamma rays.

A person who behaves in a dishonest, immoral, or criminal way.

Having the characteristics of a rogue, especially in being mischievous or playfully dishonest.

to make a liquid cloudy or muddy by stirring up sediment.

(of a liquid) moving in a turbulent, agitated way

(of a liquid) cloudy, muddy, or full of sediment; not clear.

To enjoy yourself noisily and in a lively way, often in a group.

The function or position that someone or something has in a particular situation, system, or activity.

A person looked to by others as an example to be imitated.

To act out or perform the part of a character or situation, often as a learning exercise or for entertainment.

A type of game or activity in which people pretend to be characters in a particular situation, often following a set of rules.

to move along a surface by turning over and over

The act of reading out a list of names to check who is present.

A gradual reduction or decline, especially in the intensity of a signal or the number of participants.

a type of deodorant or perfume that is applied to the skin using a small rolling ball at the top of the container

Having a flexible cover made of parallel wooden or metal slats that can be rolled open or closed.

A type of food made by wrapping a flat piece of bread or pastry around a filling.

A reduction or decrease, especially in prices, rates, or policies, to a previous level.

past tense and past participle of roll

(of sleeves, collars, or trousers) turned or folded down from their usual position.

(of sleeves, trousers, or cuffs) folded or turned over at the edge

A cylindrical object that rotates and is used for flattening, crushing, smoothing, or moving something.

An amusement ride consisting of a light railroad track with many tight turns and steep slopes, on which people ride in small, fast open cars.

The activity or sport of moving on roller skates.

a person who skates using rollerblades.

full of high spirits and lively enjoyment; boisterously merry.

Moving by turning over and over on an axis.

the introduction or implementation of a new product, service, or system to the public or a market.

The act of moving or turning over onto the back or side.

A rotating desktop file for storing business cards, contact information, or index cards, typically consisting of a circular tray with alphabetical dividers.

Describing something or someone that is short and round, especially in a way that seems pleasantly plump.

A type of lettuce with long crisp leaves, especially used in Caesar salad.

Relating to ancient Rome or its empire, or its people and culture.

A feeling of excitement and mystery associated with love.

relating to a style of architecture that was common in western and southern Europe from the 9th to the 12th centuries, characterized by round arches, thick walls, and large pillars

Relating to Romania, its people, or their language.

Conducive to or characterized by the expression of love

In a manner characterized by or suggestive of love, adventure, or idealized qualities.

a style and movement in art, music, and literature in the late 18th and 19th centuries, emphasizing strong feelings, imagination, and a return to nature, rather than reason, order, and intellectual ideas.

A person who advocates or follows the ideas of Romanticism in the arts.

The act or process of making something seem more appealing or idealized than it really is, often by ignoring its mundane or negative aspects.

to talk about something in a way that makes it seem better than it really is, or to believe that something is better than it really is.

To describe or think about something in an idealized way, making it seem more attractive or exciting than it really is.

To play in a lively, energetic, and noisy way.

A piece of clothing for a baby or young child, consisting of a top and shorts or trousers joined together

A member of a fictional alien species in the Star Trek universe, characterized by a militaristic and secretive society, noted for their pointed ears and Vulcan ancestry.

a piece of music with a recurring main theme, often found as the final movement of a sonata or symphony.

A kangaroo.

a crucifix, especially one positioned above the rood screen in a church.

the structure that covers or forms the top of a building or vehicle

attached or fixed to the roof of a building or vehicle

a person whose job is to build or repair roofs

the material used to cover the outer surface of a roof.

having no roof

the outline or profile of a building's roof as seen from the side.