English Dictionary — Definitions & Meanings

sass

noun

Bold or disrespectful talk; cheek.

sassy

adj

Bold, cheeky, or full of spirited attitude, especially toward someone in authority.

Satan

noun

In Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, the chief evil spirit who opposes God and tempts people to sin; the Devil.

Satanist

noun

A follower of Satanism — either someone who worships Satan, or someone who follows a philosophy (such as LaVeyan Satanism) that uses Satan as a symbol of individualism rather than a literal deity.

Satch

name

A nickname for the given name Satchel.

satchel

noun

A bag, often with one or two shoulder straps, used for carrying books or other belongings.

sated

adj

Completely satisfied, especially having had more than enough food, drink, or pleasure.

satellite

noun

A man-made object placed in orbit around Earth or another body, used for communication, navigation, or observation.

satin

noun

A smooth fabric, woven from silk or a similar fiber, that has a glossy front and a dull back.

satire

noun

A form of writing, art, or performance that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize people, institutions, or society.

satirical

adj

Using satire; mocking or criticizing something through humor, irony, or exaggeration.

satisfaction

noun

A feeling of contentment or fulfillment that comes from getting what you need or want.

satisfactory

adj

Good enough to meet a need or requirement; acceptable.

satisfied

adj

Pleased because a need, desire, or expectation has been met.

satisfy

verb

To meet the needs, wishes, or requirements of someone or something.

satisfying

adj

Giving pleasure or a sense of fulfillment; pleasing.

Sato

name

A surname of Japanese origin, one of the most common surnames in Japan.

Satoko

name

A female given name of Japanese origin.

Satomi

name

A female given name of Japanese origin.

Satoru

name

A male given name of Japanese origin.

Satoshi

noun

The smallest unit of bitcoin, equal to one hundred-millionth (0.00000001) of a single bitcoin.

satsuma

noun

A small, sweet, seedless citrus fruit related to the mandarin orange, easy to peel by hand.

saturated

adj

Completely soaked with liquid; unable to absorb any more.

saturation

noun

The state or process of being completely filled or soaked, with no room for more.

Saturday

noun

The day of the week between Friday and Sunday, widely treated as part of the weekend.

Saturdays

adv

On Saturdays, as a regular habit or pattern.

Saturn

noun

The sixth planet from the sun, famous for its large, bright ring system.

Satya

name

A unisex given name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "truth."

satyr

noun

In Greek mythology, a woodland spirit shown as part man and part goat, known for revelry and lust, often a companion of Dionysus.

sauce

noun

A liquid or semi-liquid mixture served with food to add flavor or moisture.

saucepan

noun

A deep cooking pot with a long handle, used on a stovetop for boiling or simmering food.

saucer

noun

A small, shallow dish that a cup sits on, often used to catch drips.

saucy

adj

Cheeky or disrespectful in a way that comes across as playful or amusing rather than genuinely rude.

Saudi

noun

A person from Saudi Arabia.

sauerkraut

noun

Finely shredded cabbage that has been fermented in salt, giving it a sour, tangy flavour.

Saul

name

The first king of Israel in the Old Testament.

sauna

noun

A small room or building heated to a high temperature, used for relaxation or to induce sweating.

Saunders

name

An English and Scottish surname, originally derived from a form of the name Alexander.

Sauron

name

The main villain of J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, the dark ruler of Mordor.

sausage

verb

To squeeze or pack something tightly into a long, rolled shape, like a sausage in its casing.

Sauvage

name

A French surname.

sav

noun

Informal short form of "saveloy," a type of seasoned, smoked sausage.

Sava

name

A river in southeastern Europe that flows into the Danube near Belgrade.

savage

adj

Extremely fierce, violent, or brutal.

savagely

adv

In a fierce, brutal, or uncontrolled way.

savagery

noun

Extreme cruelty or violent, brutal behaviour.

savanna

noun

A grassy plain with scattered trees, typical of tropical and subtropical regions, where the trees are spaced too far apart to form a closed canopy.

Savannah

name

A major city in Georgia, USA, and the name shared by several other American towns and rivers.

savant

noun

A highly learned or knowledgeable person, especially in science or literature.

save

verb

To rescue someone or something from harm or danger.

saved

adj

Rescued, especially spiritually, from sin or condemnation.

saver

noun

A person who puts money aside rather than spending it.

Savile

name

An English surname.

savin

noun

A low evergreen shrub (Juniperus sabina) native to Europe, historically used to produce a medicinal oil.

saving

noun

A reduction in the amount of money, time, or effort spent.

Savino

name

An Italian surname.

savior

noun

Someone who rescues another person from harm or danger.

saviour

noun

British and Canadian spelling of "savior" — someone who rescues another from harm.

Savitri

name

A female given name of Sanskrit origin, widely used in India.

savory

adj

Having a rich, appetizing flavour that is salty or spicy rather than sweet.

savour

noun

A distinctive taste, smell, or quality that something has.

Savoy

noun

A variety of cabbage with crinkled, dark green leaves.

savvy

adj

Shrewd and well-informed, especially about practical matters.

saw

noun

A hand or power tool with a toothed or abrasive blade, used for cutting hard materials like wood or metal.

sawa

noun

Another name for Japanese millet, a grain crop.

Sawako

name

A Japanese female given name.

Sawant

name

A surname of Marathi origin, common in the Indian state of Maharashtra.

sawdust

noun

The fine, powdery particles produced when wood is cut with a saw.

sawing

noun

The act of cutting something with a saw.

sawmill

noun

A facility or machine where logs are cut into planks or boards.

sawyer

noun

A person whose job is sawing timber.

sax

noun

Informal short form of "saxophone."

Saxena

name

A surname used by the Kayastha community of Hindus in India.

Saxon

noun

A member of an ancient Germanic people who lived near the North Sea coast of what is now northern Germany, some of whom later settled in Britain.

Saxony

noun

A state in eastern Germany, home to cities such as Dresden and Leipzig.

saxophone

noun

A brass wind instrument with a single reed, curved body, and upturned bell, common in jazz and marching bands.

say

verb

To speak words; to express something out loud or in writing.

saya

noun

A traditional wraparound skirt worn in parts of Southeast Asia and Latin America.

sayer

noun

Someone who says or announces something, especially habitually.

Sayers

name

An English surname, originally denoting an occupation, common in Sussex.

saying

noun

A well-known short phrase that expresses a piece of wisdom or common belief; a proverb.

sayonara

intj

Goodbye — a farewell, borrowed from Japanese.

Sayuri

name

A female given name of Japanese origin, meaning "small lily."

saz

noun

A long-necked stringed instrument from Central Asia and the Middle East, similar to a lute.

scab

noun

A dry, hard crust that forms over a wound as it heals.

scabbard

noun

A protective sheath for a sword or similar blade.

scabby

adj

Covered in scabs, or affected by a skin condition that causes them.

scabies

noun

A contagious skin condition caused by tiny mites burrowing under the skin, causing intense itching.

scaffold

noun

A temporary framework of poles or tubes that workers stand on to reach high parts of a building.

scaffolding

noun

A temporary structure of poles and platforms used to support workers during construction or repairs.

scala

noun

A ladder-like structure, especially one of the fluid-filled channels inside the inner ear.

scalding

adj

Hot enough to burn the skin.

scale

noun

The size, extent, or proportion of something, especially compared to something else.

scaled

adj

Covered with scales, or having a scale-like surface.

scales

noun

A device with two pans used to measure and compare weight.

scaling

noun

The act of climbing something, especially a steep surface.

scallop

noun

An edible marine shellfish with a distinctive fan-shaped, ridged shell.

scalp

noun

The skin on top of the head, where hair grows.

scalped

adjective

Having had the scalp (the skin and hair on top of the head) cut or torn off.

scalpel

noun

A small, extremely sharp knife used by surgeons for precise cutting.

scalping

noun

The practice of reselling tickets or goods at a marked-up price, often illegally.

scaly

adj

Covered with scales, or having a rough, flaky surface like scales.

scam

noun

A dishonest scheme designed to trick people out of money.

scamp

noun

A mischievous but likeable person, especially a playful child.

scamper

verb

To run quickly with short, light steps, often playfully.

scampi

noun

Large prawns or langoustines, especially served breaded and fried.

scan

verb

To look over something quickly, often searching for particular information.

scandal

noun

A public event or revelation that causes outrage and damages the reputation of those involved.

scandalous

adj

Shocking or disgraceful enough to cause public outrage.

Scandinavia

name

A region of Northern Europe consisting of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, sometimes extended to include Finland and Iceland.

Scandinavian

adj

Relating to Scandinavia, its people, or its languages.

Scanlan

name

A surname of Irish origin.

Scanlon

name

A surname of Irish origin.

scanned

adjective

Converted into digital form by a scanner.

scanner

noun

A device that converts paper documents or images into digital files.

scanning

noun

The act of passing something through a scanner or examining it closely.

scant

adjective

Barely enough; in short supply.

scapegoat

noun

A person blamed for a problem or failure that was not really their fault, often to protect others.

scapula

noun

Either of the two flat, triangular bones that form the back of the shoulder; the shoulder blade.

scar

noun

A mark left on the skin after a wound has healed.

scarab

noun

A type of beetle sacred to the ancient Egyptians, or any beetle in that family.

Scarborough

name

A coastal town in North Yorkshire, England.

scarce

adjective

Not enough to meet demand; hard to find.

scarcely

adverb

Only just; barely.

scarcity

noun

A shortage; the state of not having enough of something.

scare

noun

A sudden fright, or an event that causes widespread alarm.

scarecrow

noun

A figure made to look human, dressed in old clothes and set up in a field to frighten birds away from crops.

scared

adjective

Feeling fear; afraid.

scaredy

adjective

Easily frightened; nervous or timid, especially used informally of children or pets.

scarf

noun

A long piece of fabric worn around the neck, head, or shoulders for warmth or style.

scarface

noun

A nickname for someone with a noticeable scar on their face.

scarlet

noun

A vivid red colour, sometimes with an orange tinge.

Scarlett

name

A surname originally denoting an occupation as a dyer or seller of scarlet fabric.

scarred

adjective

Marked with a scar or scars, physically or emotionally.

scarring

noun

A mark or marks left on skin or tissue after healing; the process of forming such marks.

Scarsdale

name

A village and town in Westchester County, New York, United States.

scary

adjective

Causing fear or unease.

scat

noun

Animal droppings.

scathing

adjective

Harshly critical.

scatter

verb

To cause to separate and move in different directions.

scattered

adjective

Spread out unevenly over an area rather than gathered together.

scattering

noun

A small, irregularly spread amount of something.

scatting

noun

The act of scat singing, using improvised nonsense syllables in jazz.

scavenge

verb

To search through discarded material for something useful.

scavenger

noun

A person who searches through discarded items for useful things.

scavenging

noun

The act of searching through waste or remains for something useful or edible.

Scavo

name

A surname of Italian origin.

scenario

noun

A possible sequence of events that might happen.

scene

noun

The place where something happens, especially something notable or newsworthy.

scenery

noun

The natural landscape and views of a place, especially when attractive.