Alphabetical word directory
English words starting with T
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time-saver
nsomething that reduces the amount of time needed to do a task or activity.
time-saving
adjDesigned to reduce the amount of time needed to do something.
time-sensitive
adjNeeding to be done, considered, or delivered by a particular time.
time-series
nA sequence of data points collected at successive points in time, typically at uniform intervals, used for statistical analysis or forecasting.
time-share
nan arrangement in which several different people own a holiday property and each can use it for a particular period of the year
time-space
nThe four-dimensional continuum in which all physical events occur, having three spatial dimensions and one temporal dimension, considered as a single entity in physics.
time-span
nThe length of time between two events or during which something exists or happens.
time-stream
nA metaphorical or conceptual flow or continuum of time, often used in science fiction and philosophy.
time-tested
adjProven to be effective or reliable over a long period.
time-travel
vto travel to or imagine traveling to a different point in time, especially the past or future.
time-traveler
nA person who travels through time, especially in fiction.
time-traveling
adjRelating to or involving the concept of moving between different points in time.
time-trial
nA race or test in which competitors are individually timed over a set distance or course, rather than racing directly against each other.
time-varying
adjChanging or differing over time; not constant.
time-wasting
adjCausing time to be used in an unproductive or inefficient way.
time-worn
adjShowing the effects of age or long use; old and worn.
timecard
nA card used to record the hours an employee starts and finishes work.
timed
adjHappening or done at a particular time or after a measured period.
timeframe
na fixed period of time during which something must be done or completed
timekeeper
nA person who records the amount of time taken, especially in a sports event or a workplace.
timekeeping
nThe action or process of measuring and recording time, especially in a precise or official way.
timeless
adjnot appearing to be affected by the passing of time or by changes in fashion; eternal.
timelessly
advIn a way that is not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion; eternally.
timelessness
nthe quality of not being affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion; eternal, permanent, or classic quality.
timeline
nA line showing the order in which events happened
timeliness
nThe quality or fact of happening at a suitable or opportune time; punctuality.
timely
adjhappening or done at exactly the right time
timepiece
nAn instrument, such as a clock or watch, for measuring and indicating time.
timer
na device that measures or records the amount of time taken for something, especially one that can be set to sound an alarm after a specific period
timescale
nthe period of time over which something happens or is measured
timeshare
nAn arrangement in which several people own a vacation property and each has the right to use it for a specific period every year.
timetable
na chart showing the times at which trains, buses, planes, etc. arrive and depart
timeworn
adjshowing the effects of age or long use; worn or faded by time.
timid
adjEasily frightened; lacking courage or confidence.
timidity
nThe state or quality of being shy and lacking in confidence or courage.
timidly
advin a way that shows a lack of courage or confidence; shyly or fearfully.
timing
nthe choice, judgment, or control of when something should be done
timorese
adjOf or relating to Timor or its people
timorous
adjEasily frightened; lacking courage or confidence; timid.
timpani
nA set of large kettledrums played in an orchestra.
timpanist
nA person who plays the timpani or kettledrums in an orchestra.
tin
nA soft, silver-white metal that is an element (Sn)
tin-can
nA container made of thin metal, used for preserving food or drink.
tin-roofed
adjHaving a roof made of or covered with sheets of tin or a similar material.
tincture
na medicine made by dissolving a drug in alcohol.
tinder
nDry, flammable material, such as wood or grass, used for lighting a fire.
tinderbox
na box containing tinder, flint, and steel, formerly used for kindling fires.
tine
na pointed prong or spike, especially of a fork or antler.
tinea
na medical term for a type of fungal skin infection, such as ringworm.
tined
adjhaving prongs or points
tines
nthe sharp, pointed ends of a fork or similar tool.
tinfoil
na very thin, flexible sheet of tin or, now more commonly, aluminum, used especially for wrapping food.
ting
nA single, clear, high-pitched, ringing sound, like that made by a small bell or a piece of metal being struck.
tinge
vTo add a slight amount of a color, feeling, or quality to something.
tingle
vto feel a slight prickling or stinging sensation on the skin
tingling
adjCausing or experiencing a slight prickling or stinging sensation.
tink
vTo make a series of short, light, ringing sounds, like those of a small bell or of metal being lightly struck.
tinker
vto make small changes to something in an attempt to repair or improve it, often in a way that is not very skillful or organized.
tinkerer
na person who enjoys repairing and improving machines and devices, especially in an informal or experimental way.
tinkering
vattempting to repair or improve something in a casual or unsystematic way.
tinkle
vTo make a light, clear ringing sound, like that of a small bell or pieces of glass lightly touching.
tinkling
adjMaking a light, clear ringing sound
tinkly
adjmaking a light, clear, ringing sound
tinned
adj(of food) preserved in a can or tin.
tinnitus
na condition in which a person hears a ringing or buzzing sound in their ears, especially when no external sound is present.
tinny
adjhaving a thin, metallic, and unpleasant sound
tinsel
nA decoration consisting of thin strips of shiny metal foil, used especially on Christmas trees.
tinsmith
na person who makes or repairs things made of tin or tinplate.
tint
na small amount of a particular colour
tinted
adjSlightly colored.
tinting
nthe act or process of applying a slight or pale color to something.
tintype
nA photograph taken as a positive image on a thin sheet of metal coated with a dark lacquer or enamel, popular in the 19th century.
tinware
nArticles made of tin plate or other thin metal coated with tin.
tiny
adjextremely small
tip
nThe pointed or thin end of something long and narrow
tip-off
nA piece of confidential information or a warning given in advance, especially to the police.
tip-top
adjOf the highest quality; excellent; first-rate.
tip-up
adjDesigned to be tilted or lifted at one end for use or access.
tipi
nA portable conical tent made of animal skins or canvas on a frame of poles, traditionally used by some Indigenous peoples of the Great Plains of North America.
tipper
nA person who gives a tip, especially a gratuity to a service worker.
tippet
nA long, narrow piece of cloth or fur worn around the neck and shoulders, typically by women, often as part of ecclesiastical dress.
tipple
vTo drink alcohol regularly, especially in small amounts.
tippy
adj(of a chair, cup, or other object) tending to tip over easily; not stable.
tipster
nA person who gives tips or advice, especially about the likely winner of a race or contest.
tipsy
adjSlightly drunk.
tiptoe
vTo walk quietly on the balls of your feet and your toes, with your heels raised.
tiptop
adjOf the highest quality; excellent
tirade
na long, angry speech of criticism or accusation.
tiramisu
nAn Italian dessert consisting of layers of sponge cake soaked in coffee and brandy or liqueur, with mascarpone cheese and cocoa.
tire
vto feel that you want to sleep or rest
tired
adjFeeling a need to rest or sleep
tired-looking
adjhaving an appearance that shows a lack of energy or enthusiasm; seeming weary
tiredly
advin a way that shows a need for rest or sleep; wearily.
tiredness
nthe state of feeling that you need to rest or sleep
tireless
adjhaving or showing great effort or energy; not tiring or stopping.
tirelessly
advin a way that involves working very hard for a long time without stopping or complaining
tiresome
adjcausing one to feel bored or annoyed, especially because of being long, slow, or repetitive.
tiring
adjcausing one to feel tired or fatigued; requiring a lot of effort and making you feel weary.
tisane
nAn infusion (e.g., of dried herbs) used as a beverage or for its mild medicinal effect.
tissue
na piece of soft, thin paper used especially for wiping your nose or cleaning things
tissue-paper
nA very thin, soft, and often translucent paper used for wrapping delicate items, wiping, or crafts.
tissue-specific
adjRelating to or affecting only a particular type of tissue in an organism.
tissue-thin
adjExtremely thin and delicate, like tissue paper.
tit
nA small songbird, typically having a short bill and a crest
tit-for-tat
adjDescribing an action taken in retaliation or as a direct equivalent to a previous action.
titan
nA person or thing of very great strength, size, or achievement.
titanic
adjof exceptional strength, size, or power.
titanium
na strong, light, silver-grey metallic chemical element, used in making strong alloys and in some paints and medical devices.
titer
nThe concentration of a substance in a solution, or the strength of an antibody in blood serum, as determined by titration.
tithe
nA tenth part of something, especially a tenth part of a person's income or produce, paid as a tax or contribution to a religious organization.
tithing
nthe practice or obligation of giving one tenth of one's income or produce, especially for the support of the church or clergy.
titi
nAny of various small, long-tailed South American monkeys of the genus Callicebus or Plecturocebus, having soft fur and living in family groups.
titillate
vto excite or stimulate someone pleasantly, often in a sexual way.
titillating
adjpleasantly exciting or interesting, especially in a sexual way
titillation
nThe state of being pleasantly or mildly excited or aroused, especially in a sexual way.
title
nThe name of a book, film, song, painting, or other work of art.
title-holder
nA person, team, or organization that currently holds a championship or official title.
titled
adjHaving a title, especially of nobility or rank.
titling
nThe act or process of giving a name or title to something, such as a book, film, or piece of legislation.
titlist
nA person who has won a title, especially in a sports competition.