English words starting with S

Wrote or drew something quickly or carelessly.

A person who writes, especially in a careless or undistinguished way.

The act of writing or drawing something quickly or carelessly.

A person who copies out documents, especially one employed to do this before printing was invented.

A strong, coarse fabric, typically of cotton or jute, used for making curtains, linings, and in theater as a gauze cloth for special lighting effects.

a confused struggle or fight.

to spend as little money as possible; to be very careful and not waste anything, especially money.

the art or practice of carving or engraving designs on whalebone, whale ivory, or other marine materials.

A certificate representing a right to receive something, such as a dividend or shares, often issued temporarily.

The written text of a play, film, broadcast, talk, etc.

(of a speech, performance, or event) written or planned in advance, and therefore not spontaneous or genuine.

The action of writing a script for a film, play, or broadcast.

A room in a monastery set aside for the copying, writing, or illuminating of manuscripts by scribes.

Relating to, based on, or contained in a sacred text or scripture.

in a manner that is based on or in accordance with the scriptures, especially the bible.

The sacred writings of a religion.

A person who writes scripts for films, television, or radio.

a person who writes out documents; a clerk, scribe, or notary.

a young cod or haddock, especially one prepared for cooking.

a historical disease, a form of tuberculosis affecting the lymph nodes, especially in the neck.

A long roll of parchment, paper, or other material, especially one with writing on it.

moved text or graphics up or down on a computer or phone screen

The action of moving displayed text or graphics up, down, or across a screen so that a new section becomes visible while the previous section disappears.

decorative work characterized by scroll-like patterns, especially in metalwork or woodwork.

a person who is unwilling to spend money; a miser.

relating to or affecting the scrotum

the pouch of skin that contains the testicles in most male mammals.

To get something, especially money or food, by asking for it instead of buying it or working for it.

a person who gets money, food, etc., by asking other people for it rather than by paying for it themselves

to rub something hard in order to clean it, especially using a stiff brush and water

Made clean by hard rubbing or scrubbing.

A person or thing that scrubs or cleans.

the action of cleaning something by rubbing it hard with a brush or cloth

covered with or consisting of short, stunted trees or bushes

land consisting of scrub vegetation, typically with low, stunted trees and bushes.

The back of the neck, especially the loose skin and flesh at the back of the neck of an animal.

(of a person or their appearance) untidy and dirty.

Having a messy, untidy, or slightly dirty appearance.

a formation in rugby in which the forwards of each team push together with their heads down and attempt to gain possession of the ball.

extremely tasty or delicious

to make a loud sound like something being crushed

a fabric-covered elastic band used for tying back hair.

a feeling of doubt or hesitation about the rightness or morality of an action.

Very careful to do what is right, honest, or morally correct.

in a very careful and thorough way, paying great attention to details

capable of being understood or interpreted; comprehensible.

to examine or inspect something very carefully and thoroughly.

to examine or look at something very carefully in order to discover information.

to examine or inspect something very closely and carefully.

the careful and detailed examination of something

The practice of looking into a translucent or reflective surface, such as a crystal ball, water, or mirror, to perceive spiritual visions or gain psychic knowledge.

a portable breathing device for free-swimming divers, consisting of a mouthpiece connected by hoses to one or more tanks of compressed air

the activity or sport of swimming underwater using a scuba set to breathe.

to move or run quickly, often with a smooth, gliding motion, especially of clouds or ships.

(present participle) to move fast and smoothly, especially of clouds or ships

To scrape or brush the surface of something, especially shoes, against something else, making a mark or becoming worn.

Damaged or marked by a scrape or abrasion.

To fight or struggle in a rough, confused, or brief way

moving in a hurried, confused, or shuffling manner

A small, light racing boat for one person, propelled by a pair of oars.

a small room next to the kitchen in a large house, where washing of dishes and other dirty kitchen work is done.

A small, broad, spiny fish with a large head, found chiefly in coastal and cold fresh waters.

To make a solid object representing a person or thing out of a material such as wood, clay, metal, or stone

shaped or formed by carving or molding, often in a way that looks artistic or well-defined.

the art or process of creating figures or designs by carving, modeling, or casting material such as stone, wood, or clay.

an artist who makes sculptures

a female artist who creates sculptures.

relating to or resembling sculpture, especially in being three-dimensional, well-proportioned, or having a shape that suggests it was carved or molded.

the art of making three-dimensional figures or designs from materials such as stone, wood, or metal.

having a shape or surface that looks like it has been carved or shaped, often in an artistic way

A layer of unpleasant or unwanted material that forms on the surface of a liquid.

A contemptible or dishonorable person.

covered with or resembling a layer of scum; dirty and unpleasant.

To sink or destroy a ship deliberately.

A cultivated variety of the muscadine grape, native to the southeastern United States, known for its thick skin and sweet, musky flavor.

making or spreading scandalous claims about someone with the intent to damage their reputation.

To move quickly with short, hurried steps.

moving hurriedly with short, quick steps

a disease caused by a lack of vitamin c, characterized by swollen bleeding gums and the opening of previously healed wounds.

the short tail of a hare, rabbit, or deer.

To move quickly with short, hurried steps; to scurry.

to run with quick, short steps, especially because you are afraid or do not want to be noticed

Rumour or gossip.

(present participle) Running with quick, hurried steps; scurrying.

a large oblong shield used by the heavy infantry of ancient rome.

Dirty, grimy, or unpleasant in appearance or character.

a farming tool with a long curved blade at the end of a long pole, used for cutting grass or grain by hand

Relating to the ancient Scythians, their culture, or the region of Scythia.

the salt water that covers most of the earth's surface and surrounds its continents and islands

Operating from or situated on the sea.

Having a color that is a shade of blue resembling the color of the sea.

A profound or notable transformation.

Of a bluish-green colour like that of the sea.

Ice formed by the freezing of seawater.

A route across the sea that is regularly used by ships.

Describing a weapon, missile, or vehicle that is designed to be fired or launched from a ship or submarine at sea.

The average height of the surface of the sea, used as a standard for measuring heights and depths on land.

(of a fish) migrating from the sea into fresh water to spawn.

The top layer or boundary of the sea where it meets the air.

the ground at the bottom of the sea; the ocean floor.

a bird that lives near the sea and gets its food from it.

the part of a country that is near the sea; the coastline.

carried or transported by sea

the land along the edge of the sea.

a person who travels by sea, especially one who works on a ship.

(of a person or their life) traveling by or working at sea

The solid surface under the sea; the bottom of the ocean.

edible sea creatures, especially fish and shellfish, considered as food.

the part of a coastal town next to and facing the sea, often with a road and buildings

Designed or fit for sailing on the sea.

A grass-like plant that grows in the sea, forming underwater meadows.

A common grey and white bird that lives near the sea.

a small marine fish with a head and neck that resemble those of a horse.

A device or substance used to join two things together or prevent something from escaping, typically forming an airtight or watertight closure.

Able to be sealed or closed tightly.

A substance used to seal gaps or joints to make them airtight or watertight.

Closed or secured with a device or substance that prevents entry or escape.

Completely closed or blocked, preventing entry or exit.

a person or thing that seals something, especially an official who authenticates documents.

the transport of military troops, equipment, or supplies by sea, especially when air transport is not possible.