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English words starting with T

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titmouse

n

A small, active songbird with a short, pointed bill, often seen foraging in trees and frequently visiting bird feeders.

[ˈtɪtˌmaʊs]

titration

n

a method or process of determining the concentration of a substance in a solution by measuring the volume of a standard reagent required to react with it completely.

[taɪˈtreɪʃən]

titre

n

The concentration of a substance in a solution, or the strength of an antibody in blood serum, as determined by titration.

[ˈtiːtər]

titter

v

To laugh in a quiet, nervous, or silly way, often in a high voice.

[ˈtɪt̬ɚ]

tittle

n

A very small part or amount; a tiny piece or speck.

[ˈtɪt(ə)l]

titty

n

A vulgar slang term for a woman's breast.

[ˈtɪti]

titular

adj

Relating to or holding a formal title or position, especially one that has little real power or responsibility.

[ˈtɪtʃələr]

TNT

n

A powerful explosive substance (trinitrotoluene)

[ˌtiː en ˈtiː]

to

prep

Used to indicate direction, destination, or position.

[tuː]

to-die-for

adj

extremely good or desirable; worth any sacrifice

[tə ˈdaɪ fɔːr]

to-do

n

A state of commotion, fuss, or excitement.

[təˈduː]

to-go

adj

Describing food or drink that is prepared to be taken away from a restaurant or shop and consumed elsewhere.

[tə ˈɡoʊ]

to-the-point

adj

Expressed in a clear and direct way, without any extra or unnecessary details.

[tə ðə ˈpɔɪnt]

toad

n

a small animal, similar to a frog, that has dry, rough skin and lives mainly on land.

[toʊd]

toadstool

n

a type of fungus with a round top and a stem, especially one that is poisonous and not a mushroom.

[ˈtoʊdstuːl]

toady

n

a person who flatters or behaves obsequiously towards someone important in order to gain advantage.

[ˈtoʊ.di]

toast

n

sliced bread that has been browned by heat

[toʊst]

toasted

adj

(of bread, cheese, etc.) made brown and crisp by heating

[ˈtoʊstɪd]

toaster

n

an electrical device for making toast

[ˈtoʊstər]

toasting

v

heating bread or other food until its surface browns and becomes crisp.

[ˈtoʊstɪŋ]

toastmaster

n

a person who proposes toasts and introduces speakers at a formal dinner or other event.

[ˈtoʊstˌmæstər]

toasty

adj

pleasantly warm and comfortable.

[ˈtoʊsti]

tobacco

n

the dried leaves of a particular plant, prepared for smoking in cigarettes, pipes, etc., or for chewing or sniffing.

[təˈbæk.oʊ]

tobacco-growing

n

the cultivation of tobacco as a crop.

[təˈbækoʊ ˌɡroʊɪŋ]

tobacco-related

adj

Connected to or associated with tobacco, its use, or its effects.

[təˈbæk.oʊ rɪˈleɪ.t̬ɪd]

tobacco-stained

adj

Discolored or marked with a brownish-yellow residue from tobacco smoke or use.

[təˈbæk.oʊ steɪnd]

tobacconist

n

A person or shop that sells cigarettes, tobacco, and related items like pipes.

[təˈbæk.ən.ɪst]

toboggan

n

a long, light, narrow vehicle without wheels, used for sliding downhill over snow or ice, often for fun.

[təˈbɑː.ɡən]

tocopherol

n

any of several fat-soluble alcohols (vitamin e) found especially in plant oils, wheat germ, and green leaves, important as an antioxidant.

[toʊˈkɑːfərɔːl]

tocotrienol

n

any of several closely related compounds that are members of the vitamin e group and are found especially in cereal grains and palm oil.

[ˌtoʊkoʊˈtraɪənoʊl]

today

adv

on or during the present day

[təˈdeɪ]

toddle

v

To walk with short, unsteady steps, like a very young child.

[ˈtɑːd(ə)l]

toddler

n

A young child who has just learned to walk or is learning to walk.

[ˈtɑːd.lɚ]

toddy

n

A drink made with alcoholic liquor (such as rum) and hot water, often with sugar, spices, and sometimes lemon.

[ˈtɑːdi]

toe

n

any of the five separate parts at the end of the foot

[toʊ]

toe-tapping

adj

(of music) having a lively rhythm that makes you want to tap your foot

[ˈtoʊ ˌtæp.ɪŋ]

toe-to-toe

adv

in direct confrontation or competition; facing each other closely and aggressively.

[ˌtoʊ tə ˈtoʊ]

toehold

n

a small place where a person's foot can be supported when climbing.

[ˈtoʊ.hoʊld]

toenail

n

the hard, slightly curved plate covering the end of a toe.

[ˈtoʊneɪl]

toepiece

n

A separate component or part forming or attached to the toe of something, especially of a boot or ski.

[ˈtoʊpiːs]

toff

n

a rich or upper-class person, especially one regarded as snobbish or having an air of superiority.

[tɑːf]

toffee

n

a hard, sticky candy made by boiling sugar and butter together, often with nuts added.

[ˈtɔːfi]

tofu

n

a soft, pale food made from soya beans, used especially in chinese and japanese cooking

[ˈtoʊ.fuː]

toga

n

a loose outer garment made of a single piece of cloth, worn by citizens in ancient rome.

[ˈtoʊɡə]

together

adv

With or in proximity to another person or people; in company.

[təˈɡeðər]

togetherness

n

a feeling of being close to and united with other people, for example because you share the same experiences or goals

[təˈɡeðərnəs]

toggle

n

A small piece of wood, plastic, etc. that is pushed through a loop or hole to fasten something, such as a coat or bag.

[ˈtɑːɡl̩]

togolese

adj

Of or relating to Togo, its people, or their culture.

[ˌtoʊɡəˈliːz]

toil

v

to work very hard for a long time

[tɔɪl]

toile

n

A sheer, often linen or cotton fabric, typically used for making garments or for testing clothing designs.

[twɑːl]

toiler

n

a person who works very hard, especially for a long time or at physically demanding tasks.

[ˈtɔɪlər]

toilet

n

a large bowl that you sit on to get rid of waste from your body

[ˈtɔɪlət]

toilet-paper

n

Thin, absorbent paper, usually in a roll, used for cleaning oneself after using the toilet.

[ˈtɔɪ.lət ˌpeɪ.pər]

toiletry

n

articles or substances used in washing, grooming, and taking care of one's body, such as soap, shampoo, or toothpaste.

[ˈtɔɪ.lə.tri]

toilette

n

a person's process of washing, dressing, and grooming themselves.

[twɑˈlɛt]

toiling

v

working extremely hard or incessantly

[ˈtɔɪlɪŋ]

toilsome

adj

requiring hard work and much effort; laborious.

[ˈtɔɪlsəm]

tokamak

n

a device used in nuclear fusion research that uses a powerful magnetic field to confine a hot plasma in the shape of a torus (doughnut).

[ˈtoʊ.kə.mæk]

toke

v

To smoke a marijuana cigarette.

[toʊk]

token

n

a thing serving as a visible or tangible representation of a fact, quality, feeling, or abstract concept

[ˈtoʊkən]

tokenism

n

The practice of making only a symbolic or minimal effort, especially by including a small number of people from underrepresented groups, to give the appearance of fairness or equality.

[ˈtoʊkənɪzəm]

tole

n

Painted, enamelled, or lacquered tinplate, used especially for trays, lampshades, and other decorative items.

[toʊl]

tolerability

n

The quality or degree to which something can be tolerated or endured, especially in terms of side effects or unpleasant conditions.

[ˌtɑːlərəˈbɪləti]

tolerable

adj

able to be endured or accepted, though not necessarily liked or desired.

[ˈtɑːlərəbl̩]

tolerably

adv

to a moderate or acceptable degree; fairly well.

[ˈtɑːlərəbli]

tolerance

n

the ability or willingness to accept or allow behaviour, beliefs, or opinions that one dislikes or disagrees with.

[ˈtɑːlərəns]

tolerant

adj

Accepting beliefs, behaviors, or people that are different from your own, even if you disagree with or disapprove of them.

[ˈtɑːlərənt]

tolerantly

adv

in a way that allows beliefs, behaviors, or practices that one does not necessarily agree with

[ˈtɑːlərəntli]

tolerate

v

To allow something that you do not like or agree with to happen or continue without opposing it.

[ˈtɑːləreɪt]

toleration

n

the practice of allowing something that one does not necessarily agree with to exist or occur without interference.

[ˌtɑːləˈreɪʃən]

toll

n

a small amount of money that you have to pay to use a road, cross a bridge, etc.

[toʊl]

toll-free

adj

(of a telephone call) paid for by the organization being called, so the caller does not have to pay

[ˌtoʊl ˈfriː]

tollbooth

n

a small building or barrier at a bridge, tunnel, or road where a toll is collected.

[ˈtoʊlbuːθ]

tolling

v

Ringing (a bell) slowly and repeatedly, especially for a death or funeral.

[ˈtoʊlɪŋ]

tollway

n

a major road, especially an expressway, on which drivers must pay a fee for use.

[ˈtoʊlweɪ]

toluene

n

a colorless liquid hydrocarbon, used as a solvent and in making explosives, dyes, and other chemicals.

[ˈtɑːl.ju.iːn]

tom-tom

n

A long, narrow drum, typically beaten with the hands.

[ˈtɑːm tɑːm]

tomahawk

n

a type of light axe used as a tool or weapon by some native american peoples.

[ˈtɑː.mə.hɑːk]

tomatillo

n

a small, round, green or purple fruit with a papery husk, used in mexican cooking.

[ˌtoʊməˈtiːjoʊ]

tomato

n

a soft, round, red fruit eaten raw or cooked as a vegetable

[təˈmeɪtoʊ]

tomato-based

adj

having tomatoes as a main ingredient or flavoring

[təˈmeɪtoʊ beɪst]

tomato-basil

adj

Used to describe a food, typically a sauce, soup, or dish, that combines the flavors of tomato and basil.

[təˈmeɪtoʊ ˈbeɪ.zəl]

tomb

n

a large stone structure or underground room where someone, especially an important person, is buried

[tuːm]

tomboy

n

a girl who enjoys rough, noisy activities traditionally associated with boys.

[ˈtɑːm.bɔɪ]

tomboyish

adj

(of a girl or woman) behaving in a way that is considered typical of a boy, for example being active, energetic, and liking rough activities.

[ˈtɑːm.bɔɪ.ɪʃ]

tombstone

n

a large, flat stone that marks the place where a dead person is buried and usually has their name and dates of birth and death written on it.

[ˈtuːmstoʊn]

tomcat

n

A male domestic cat.

[ˈtɑːmkæt]

tome

n

a large, heavy, scholarly book.

[toʊm]

tomfoolery

n

foolish or silly behavior

[tɑːmˈfuːləri]

tommy

n

A British private soldier, especially in World War I.

[ˈtɑːmi]

tomographic

adj

Relating to or obtained by tomography, a technique for producing a detailed image of a cross-section of an object.

[ˌtoʊ.məˈɡræf.ɪk]

tomography

n

A technique for producing a detailed image of the internal structure of something, especially a part of the body, by combining a series of X-ray or other scans taken from different angles.

[təˈmɑː.ɡrə.fi]

tomorrow

adv

on or during the day after today

[təˈmɔːr.oʊ]

ton

n

A unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds (approximately 907.18 kilograms) used in the US and Canada.

[tʌn]

tonal

adj

relating to tones in music or in the voice

[ˈtoʊnl]

tonality

n

The character of a piece of music as determined by the key in which it is written or the relations between the notes of a scale or key.

[toʊˈnæləti]

tondo

n

a circular painting or relief carving, especially one set into a rectangular or square frame.

[ˈtɑːndoʊ]

tone

n

the quality of a sound, especially of the human voice, expressing a particular emotion or meaning

[toʊn]

tone-deaf

adj

unable to perceive differences in musical pitch accurately

[ˌtoʊn ˈdef]

tone-on-tone

adj

Describing a design or effect where different shades or tints of the same color are used together.

[ˌtoʊn ɑːn ˈtoʊn]

toned

adj

having firm and well-defined muscles

[toʊnd]

toned-down

adj

made less extreme, intense, or forceful; moderated or restrained.

[ˌtoʊnd ˈdaʊn]

toneless

adj

lacking expression or vitality; dull and monotonous

[ˈtoʊnləs]

tonelessly

adv

in a manner lacking expression, emotion, or variation in the pitch of the voice.

[ˈtoʊnləsli]

toner

n

a fine powder used in photocopiers and laser printers to form the text and images on paper.

[ˈtoʊnər]

tongs

n

a tool with two long parts that are joined at one end, used for picking up and holding things.

[tɑːŋz]

tongue

n

the soft, movable part in the mouth used for tasting, swallowing, and speaking.

[tʌŋ]

tongue-and-groove

adj

relating to or being a joint between two boards, planks, etc., in which a raised area (tongue) on the edge of one fits into a corresponding recess (groove) on the edge of the other.

[ˌtʌŋ ən ˈɡruːv]

tongue-in-cheek

adj

(of a remark, statement, or manner) not intended to be taken seriously; ironic or flippant.

[ˌtʌŋ ɪn ˈtʃiːk]

tongue-lashing

n

a severe scolding or criticism

[ˈtʌŋ ˌlæʃ.ɪŋ]

tongue-tied

adj

unable to speak clearly or freely, typically from shyness, nervousness, or surprise

[ˈtʌŋ ˌtaɪd]

tongue-twisting

adj

(of a phrase, sentence, or piece of text) difficult to say quickly and correctly because it contains many similar sounds or syllables.

[ˈtʌŋ ˌtwɪstɪŋ]

tongued

adj

having a tongue or a specified kind of tongue

[tʌŋd]

tongueless

adj

lacking a tongue

[ˈtʌŋləs]

tonic

n

a medicinal substance taken to give a feeling of vigour or well-being.

[ˈtɑːnɪk]

tonier

adj

more stylish, elegant, or luxurious; characteristic of or associated with high social status or wealth.

[ˈtoʊniər]

toniest

adj

most stylish, fashionable, or exclusive; the superlative form of 'tony'

[ˈtoʊniɪst]

tonight

adv

on or during the present or coming night

[təˈnaɪt]

toning

v

(gerund or present participle) giving greater strength or firmness to the muscles or body

[ˈtoʊnɪŋ]

tonnage

n

the size of a ship or the amount of goods it can carry, expressed in tons.

[ˈtʌnɪdʒ]
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