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Ever wonder what a word means? Or how to use it in a sentence? The Free Resource provides you with complete definitions, how to use various words in a sentence, words that rhyme, and synonyms all in one convenient location. This category also includes many glossaries, which is an alphabetical list of words and terms within any category that serves the purpose of defining the way the words and terms are used. A glossary is typically found at the end of a book, so that the reader can easily refer to it should he or she be introduced to new terms throughout the text.

What is ethnicity?

Research by Paige

Ethnicity is defined in different ways. Most definitions include the idea of groups of people who have or are considered by themselves or by others…

What is the meaning of abstract art?

Research by Will

The word “abstract” has a number of meanings in the English language. In the context of art, the relevant usages are ” and “ These…

Jaded: Definition, Synonyms, Rhymes

Research by S.Lee

Jaded as an Adjective 1.     Fatigued by overwork:  exhausted 2.     Made dull, apathetic, or cynical by experience or by surfeit How to Use the Word…

Glossary of Investment Terms in Trading Stock

Research by Tel

The following is a list of terms and phrases, prefixed with the word “investment” essentially used in trading stock exchanges. By definition, investment is an…

Glossary of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Terms

Research by Tel

The following terms and phrases are used by Internet search providers like Google, Microsoft’s Bing, Ask and Yahoo. They are briefly defined and provided mainly…

Bias: Definitions, Synonyms, Rhymes

Research by S.Lee

Bias as a Noun 1. a line diagonal to the grain of a fabric; especially: a line at a 45 degree angle to the selvage…

Spoilt: Definitions, Synonyms, Rhymes

Research by S.Lee

Spoilt as a Verb 1.  chiefly British – past and past participle of spoil How to Use the Word “Spoilt” in a Sentence 1.  The…

Etymology: Definition, Synonyms, Rhymes

Research by S.Lee

Etymology as a Noun 1.   the study of the origin and history of words, or a study of this type relating to one particular word…

Claimant: Definition, Synonyms, Rhymes

Research by S.Lee

Claimant as a Noun A.  A person making a claim. B.  A person is authorized and admitted to defend the libel. How to Use the…

OpenCourseWare: Universities Offering OpenCourseware Collections

Research by T.Rathore

Technological advancements in recent years have truly globalized the education sector. Apart from the ready availability of authentic research resources over the internet, e-learning classes…

Librettists: Definition, Famous Librettists, Synonyms

Research by AnnaBelle

Librettist as a Noun A. The writer of the text (libretto) that belongs to a dramatic work of music, such as an opera Synonyms for…

The Difference Between Yachting and Sailing

Research by F.Rosseti

What is Sailing? Sailing is the art of controlling a large boat with large pieces of fabric known as sails. Original sails are made from…

Money: Definition, Synonyms, Rhymes

Research by AnnaBelle

Money as a Noun A: A common unit of exchange, such as legal tender B: Wealth as it relates to quanity C: The official tender…

Interest: Definition, Synonyms, Rhymes

Research by AnnaBelle

Interest as a Noun A: Involvement or curiosity about something B: The power of gaining attraction or holding one’s attention C: A fixed fee or…

Global Warming: Definition, Synonyms, Rhymes

Research by AnnaBelle

Global Warming as a Noun A: The increase in the average temperature of the atmosphere of the earth, especially over time that cause changes in…

Diffusion: Definition, Synonyms, Rhymes

Research by AnnaBelle

Diffusion as a Noun A: In physics, the process in which a substance moves from one area of high concentration to another area of lower…

Bias: Definition, Synonyms, Rhymes

Research by AnnaBelle

Bias as a Noun A: A preconception or partiality that prevents objectivity to issues or situations B: Diagonal, such as a line across fabric that…

Gas: Definition, Synonyms, Rhymes

Research by AnnaBelle

Gas as a Noun A: gaseous state – a state of matter with relatively low density and viscosity when compared to liquid or solids; changes…

Irony: Definition, Synonyms, Rhymes

Research by AnnaBelle

Irony as a Noun A: Discrepancy between what is expected and what actually happens B: A result that is notable because of such a discrepancy…

Scale: Definition, Synonyms, Rhymes

Research by AnnaBelle

Scale as a Noun A: a unit of measurement by which something is rated B: comparable relevant magnitude C: the ratio between the actual size…

Light: Definition, Synonyms, Rhymes

Research by AnnaBelle

Light as a Noun: A: something that makes it possible to see B: electromagnetic radiation of any wavelength that travels in a vacuum at a…

Patriotism: Definition and What is Patriotism

Research by S.Henniman

What is patriotism? Many people confuse patriotism with politics and think that in order to be a patriot to ones country you must like how…

Metaphor: Definition, Types of Metaphors With Examples

Research by E.Trio

Pronunciation: MET-ah-for A metaphor is an analogy between two objects or ideas; the analogy is conveyed by the use of a metaphorical word in place…

Slang: Definition, List of Slang Terms, and Resources

Research by B.Sobey

What is Slang? People typically speak to each other in generalized language, but slang words and terms have become a very common way for humans…

Glossary of Baseball Terms, Definitions, and Resources

Research by B.Sobey

It’s the bottom of the ninth inning, the bullpen is busy with a southpaw and a righty warming up. The closer looks in for the…