English words starting with W

A flat piece of wood or stone at the base of a window.

the tube in the body that carries air from the throat to the lungs; the trachea.

Designed to prevent wind from penetrating or passing through.

A long line of hay, grain, or other cut crop, raked together to dry before being gathered.

the glass window at the front of a car, truck, etc., that protects the driver and passengers from wind and weather.

The glass window at the front of a vehicle that protects the driver and passengers from wind and weather.

a fabric tube, open at both ends and often brightly colored, mounted on a pole to show the direction of the wind.

A storm with very strong wind but little or no rain or snow.

To ride on water standing on a surfboard that is propelled and steered by a sail attached to a mast.

a person who rides on a windsurf board.

the sport or activity of riding on water on a sailboard.

exposed to or made messy by strong winds.

on or towards the side from which the wind is blowing

characterized by or exposed to strong winds

an alcoholic drink made from the fermented juice of grapes

of, relating to, or being a social event, typically in a professional or fundraising context, where wine and cheese are served as refreshments

having a dark red color similar to that of red wine.

(especially of the sea) of a deep, slightly purplish red colour like that of red wine.

The process or occupation of producing wine.

engaged in or relating to the cultivation of grapes and the making of wine

Having the deep, rich, slightly purplish-red colour of red wine.

The activity of tasting and evaluating different wines, especially as a professional or social event.

a glass, typically one with a stem, used for drinking wine.

a person or company that makes wine.

A place where wine is made.

a shop where wine is sold, often for consumption off the premises.

a bag made from the skin of an animal, used for holding wine.

One of the two parts of a bird's or insect's body that it uses for flying.

Resembling or having the appearance of a wing.

The outer end of an aircraft's wing.

A type of offensive back in American football who lines up just outside the offensive end

Having wings for flight

An attacking player on the wing in a game such as soccer, hockey, or rugby.

lacking wings; having no wings.

a pilot who flies behind and to the side of the leading aircraft in a formation to provide support and protection.

A nut with a pair of projections for the fingers to turn it, used especially in furniture.

the distance from the end of one wing to the end of the other wing when they are fully stretched out

the distance between the tips of the wings of a bird, insect, or aircraft when fully extended.

The outer end of an aircraft's wing

to quickly close and open one eye, typically to convey a message or signal

(of an eye) closing and opening quickly, typically as a signal.

A small edible sea snail with a spiral shell, especially the common periwinkle.

Having failed to win any games or matches; without a victory.

able to be won or achieved

a person or thing that wins a competition, race, or prize

Describing a contest or system in which the victor gains all of the prizes, power, or rewards, and the others receive nothing.

That wins or has won a contest or competition.

Having achieved the most victories or competitive successes.

in a charming, attractive, or engaging manner

Money that is won, especially from gambling or a competition.

to separate the chaff from (grain) by means of a current of air.

The process of separating grain from chaff or other waste material using a current of air.

A person who is addicted to drinking wine, especially one who is homeless or destitute.

attractive and pleasing in a simple, innocent way

the coldest season of the year, coming between autumn and spring

Tired of or exhausted by the long, cold, and dark conditions of winter.

a low-growing north american plant with shiny evergreen leaves and small white bell-shaped flowers.

Spending the winter in a particular place

to prepare something, such as a vehicle, building, or system, for use or operation in cold winter conditions.

The season of winter; the period of time during which winter lasts.

characteristic of winter, especially in being very cold or bleak

characteristic of winter, especially in being very cold or bleak

To clean or dry something by rubbing its surface with a cloth, a piece of paper, or your hand.

a fall from a surfboard or skateboard, or a crash in a vehicle.

a device with a rubber blade on a vehicle's windshield that moves to remove rain or snow.

A thin, flexible thread of metal, often covered with plastic, used for carrying electricity or electrical signals.

A simple, schematic drawing or model that shows the basic structure and layout of a design, especially for a website, application, or 3D object, without detailed graphics or styling.

(of a dog) having stiff, wiry hair

a material made of wires that are woven or welded together in a grid pattern.

A type of eyeglass frame in which the lenses are held in place by a thin metal wire encircling them.

(of a pair of glasses) having frames made of thin, stiff wire.

A news agency that supplies syndicated news reports, photographs, and other content to subscribing newspapers, magazines, and broadcasters.

connected to a system or network using wires or cables

using radio, microwaves, etc. (as opposed to wires or cables) to send signals

a device used to listen secretly to other people's telephone conversations

To secretly listen to or record someone's telephone conversations by making a connection to their telephone line.

The act or practice of secretly listening to and recording telephone or other electronic communications.

a system of wires for carrying electricity, telephone signals, etc., inside a building, machine, or vehicle

(of a person or part of their body) thin but strong and with sinewy muscles.

the ability to make sensible decisions and give good advice because of the experience and knowledge that you have

Having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment

Making clever, amusing, and often sarcastic remarks

A person who makes irritatingly clever or sarcastic remarks; a know-it-all.

A person who pretends to be wise or knowledgeable, especially in a smug or annoying way; a know-it-all.

A person who makes comments or jokes intended to sound clever and funny, but which are often annoying or disrespectful.

a clever and amusing remark or joke.

A person who makes sarcastic, disrespectful, or overly clever remarks; a smart aleck.

in a way that shows good judgment based on knowledge and experience

to want something to happen or to be true, even though it is unlikely or impossible

the forked bone between the neck and breast of a bird, especially a chicken, which is traditionally pulled apart by two people, with the person getting the longer part making a wish.

having or showing a desire for something that is difficult to get or achieve

in a manner characterized by or expressing a wish or desire, especially one that is unlikely to be fulfilled.

(present participle) having or expressing a desire for something that is not easily attainable or that is unlikely to happen.

lacking strong qualities, definite ideas, or clear goals; weak and indecisive.

A small, thin, delicate bunch or strand of something, such as hair, grass, or smoke.

Consisting of small, thin, delicate strands or pieces

a climbing plant of the pea family, with hanging clusters of pale bluish-lilac flowers.

having or showing a feeling of vague or regretful longing.

in a manner showing a feeling of vague or regretful longing

A feeling of vague or regretful longing, often for something in the past.

The ability to use words in a clever and humorous way.

A woman thought to have evil magic powers, often depicted as wearing a black cloak and pointed hat and flying on a broomstick.

An attempt to find and punish people whose opinions are unpopular and who are said to be a danger to society.

Resembling or characteristic of a witch.

The use of magic powers, especially evil ones, or the practice of being a witch.

The practice of magic, especially black magic; witchcraft.

of or relating to witchcraft or magic, especially when considered as happening at a traditional time (e.g., midnight).

Resembling, characteristic of, or suggestive of a witch; having a mysterious, uncanny, or enchanting quality.

accompanied by or in the company of

In addition; as well; besides.

to remove or take away (something) from a particular place or position

the act of moving or taking something away or back

(of a plant) to become dry, shriveled, and dead

(of a plant or part of a plant) dry and shriveled; dead.

(of a look, remark, etc.) intended to make someone feel silly or ashamed

in a manner that is intended to make someone feel scorned, humiliated, or disconcerted

the highest part of a horse's back, lying at the base of the neck above the shoulders.

past tense and past participle of withhold. to refuse to give something or to keep back something that is due.

to refuse to give something or to keep back something

the act of refusing to give something that is due or desired