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gadiformAny fish of the order Gadiformes.gadoliniumA chemical element (symbol Gd) with atomic number 64: a ductile silvery-white metal.gaiaismThe belief and theory of Gaia model of interconnectedness of biosphere on Earth.galactogramA diagnostic image produced by galactography.galantaminiumA cation formed by protonation of galantaminegalanthaminiumAlternative form of galantaminium.galbanumA bitter, aromatic resin or gum, extracted from plants of the genus Ferula, that resembles assafoetida and has been used in incense and in aromatherapygalbijjimA Korean steamed dish made with short rib.galdem(MLE, MTE) Alternative form of gyal dem.galeiformHaving the shape of a galea.galgalimSynonym of ophanim.galium(botany) Any of the genus Galium of annual and perennial herbaceous plants, including the bedstraws.galleywormA centipede or millipede.gallicismAlternative letter-case form of Gallicism.galliformOf or pertaining to a chicken or other member of the order Galliformes.galliumA chemical element (symbol Ga) with an atomic number of 31; a soft bluish metal.galvanismThe chemical generation of electricity.galvanomagnetismelectromagnetism related to the galvanomagnetic effectgalvanotropism(biology) Any movement or alignment of an organism with respect to an electric fieldgamCollective noun used to refer to a group of whales, or rarely also of porpoises; a pod.gametangium(botany, mycology) A gamete-producing organ or cell found in many multicellular protists, algae and fungi, and in the gametophytes of plants.gametogoniumA germ cell that divides into gametocytes during gametogenesis.gammacismfaulty pronunciation of the consonant /g/gammanym(uncommon) Tetracycline.gammaproteobacteriumAny proteobacterium of the class Gammaproteobacteriaganderismsilliness; foolishnessgandumA Persian measure of weight, one quarter of a nakhod.gangdomThe realm or sphere of criminal gangs.gangismThe criminal or antisocial behaviour of gangs.gangliform(anatomy) Having the form of a ganglion.ganglioformAlternative form of gangliform.gangsterdomThe realm or sphere of gangsters.gangsterismThe behavior of a gangster; organized crime.gapewormA parasitic nematode worm (Syngamus trachea), that infects the tracheas of some birds and causes the disease gapes.gargantuanismThe state or condition of being gargantuan.gargarism(obsolete) Something used to gargle with; a gargle.gargoylismthe dysmorphic facial features found in Hurler's syndrome and Hunter syndrome, characterized by thickened gingiva (gums) and upturned nosegarumA fermented fish sauce popular as a condiment in Ancient Rome.gasiformHaving the form of a gas; gaseous.gasterosteiform(zoology) Any fish of the order Gasterosteiformes.gastraeum(zoology) The whole undersurface of an animal.gastraliumAny of a group of dermal bones found in the ventral body wall of crocodilian and sphenodon animalsgastreumAlternative form of gastraeum.gastricism(medicine, dated) Any gastric disorder, such as dyspepsia or indigestion.gastriloquism(obsolete) ventriloquismgastrodermSynonym of endoderm.gastroduodenum(anatomy) The stomach and duodenum considered as a single entitygastroenterogramA form of electrogastrogram showing electrical data about the intestines as well as the stomach.gastroepithelium(anatomy) The epithelium of the stomachgastronationalismThe assertion of cultural ownership of types of food by a particular nation.gastrophilismThe love of good food.gastrospasm(medicine) Spasmodic contraction of the gastric walls.gastrotourismA form of tourism based around visiting places to try local food.gatekeeperismThe attitudes, behaviours, and actions associated with being a gatekeeper (one who guards or controls access to a given area).gattopardismThe creation of political reforms that are only apparent rather than substantial.gaum(UK, dialectal, rare) Heed; attention.gaviiformAny loon or diver of the order Gaviiformesgawm(UK, dialectal) Alternative form of gorm (gawk, gape)gayageum(music) A zither-like chordophone, most often with twelve strings, originating in the traditional music of Korea.gaycismRacism from an LGBT+ individual or the LGBT+ community.gaydomThe collective gay experience, community, and culture.gayism(derogatory) A purported ideology behind (and promoting) homosexuality.gaystream(often attributive) A homosexual mainstream.geekasmAlternative form of geekgasm.geekdomThe world or sphere of geeks.geekgasm(slang) A feeling of intense excitement or pleasure over something geeky.geekism(informal) Behaviour typical of a geek.geezerdom(US, slang) old agegeisothermArchaic form of geoisotherm.gelatiniform(dated) Having the form of gelatin.gelatinogramA zymogram made of gelatinegelsemiumAny of several flowering plants, of the genus Gelsemium, many of which are poisonous.gemA precious stone, usually of substantial monetary value or prized for its beauty or shine.gemmObsolete spelling of gem.gemmiform(biology) Resembling a gemma.gemmuliform(biology) Resembling a gemmule.gempylotoxismpoisoning caused by eating gempylid fishgenderismBelief that one gender is superior; discrimination on the basis of gender. (Compare sexism.)geneagramAlternative form of genogram.generalismGeneralization: lack of specialization.generationismThe belief that a specific generation has inherent traits making it inferior or superior to another generation.generativismSupport for generative linguistics.genericismthe state of being genericgeneticismThe belief that a text is best understood by studying its origins and history.geniculumA small genu, or angular knee-like structure, especially (anatomy) a sharp knee-like bend in a small structure or organ.geniospasmA movement disorder of the mentalis muscle.genismThe theory that distinctive human characteristics and capacities are determined by genes.genocentrismThe quality of being genocentric; a focus on genes or genetics.genocidismA policy of committing genocide.genogram(medicine) A pictorial representation of a patient's family tree together with details of the medical history of each persongenoismDiscrimination on the basis of genetic profile.genotropism(genetics) The reciprocal attraction between carriers of the same or related latent recessive genesgenteelismGenteel behaviour.gentiledomThe realm or sphere of non-Jewish people.gentiliciumSynonym of nomen gentilicium.gentilismheathenism; paganism; the worship of pagan godsgentlemanismgentlemanly behaviour or attitudes.gentlethem(neologism) Polite term of address for a non-binary person.geocentricismAlternative form of geocentrism.geocentrismA belief that the Earth is the center of the universe.geocoronium(geophysics, meteorology, obsolete) A hypothetical gaseous chemical element proposed to explain certain spectroscopic lines, and the green glow, found in the polar aurorae, that was later found to be explained by singly-ionized oxygen.geocriticism(literature) A form of literary criticism focusing on location and spaces.geoecosystem(geology, ecology) An ecosystem associated with a particular geological nichegeofoamExpanded or extruded polystyrene manufactured into large lightweight blocks used to fill the void below a built structure.geoformA distinct geological formgeographismThe theory that events are influenced by geographical conditions, rather than by people.geoheliocentrismAn early model of the solar system that put Earth at the centre, and had Sun and Moon orbiting the Earth with other planets revolving about the Sun.geoherbalismThe use, or the study of medicinal plants in different parts of the worldgeoisotherm(geology) A line or surface joining points within the Earth that have the same temperature.geolibertarianismA political ideology that synthesizes libertarianism and Georgism, holding that land and other natural resources are common assets and thus individuals claiming them as private property must pay rent to the community.geomAbbreviation of geometry.geomagnetismThe magnetism of the Earth.geomalism(obsolete, biology) geotropismgeomediumA geological medium or substrate such as soil, sediment, or rocks.geometriformCharacteristic of the geometrid mothsgeometrism(philosophy, psychology) A worldview based on geometric thinking or metaphor.geomuseum(geology) A geological museumgeonimplural of gaongeonymA name of a geographical feature.geophagismThe act or habit of eating earth.geosynonymA geopolitical synonymgeosystemA geographically localized ecosystemgeotectonismSynonym of geotectonics.geothermA geoisotherm.geotourismtourism in which the main purpose is to view or study geological or geographical featuresgeotropism(biology) The movement of a plant in response to gravity (either downwards or upwards).geranium(strictly) Any flowering plant of the genus Geranium, of family Geraniaceae.gerbilariuma place where gerbils are bredgerm(biology) The small mass of cells from which a new organism develops; a seed, bud, spore, or zygote.germanium(countable) An atom of this element.germarium(biology) The parts of an ovary and testis (in Rotifera etc) that produce eggs and sperm respectivelygermoplasmAlternative form of germ plasm.germosporangiumA sporangium that contains germsporesgermplasmSeeds or tissues maintained for the purpose of animal or plant breeding, preservation or other research uses.germyliumAny cation formed by a germanium atom with three bonds, having the general formula R₃Ge⁺.gerontonymA term, title, or name used for an old person (or set of people).gerrymanderismgerrymanderinggershayim(rare) The Hebrew character ״, used to indicate acronyms and other multi-letter abbreviations.gersum(law, historical) A lump sum paid by individuals who take a lease of landed property in England.gestaltism(psychology) Gestalt psychology.gesturalismThe use of gesture in communication.geumAny of the genus Geum of perennial herbaceous plants.ghatam(music) An earthenware pot used as a percussion instrument in the Carnatic music of South India.ghazismWar waged against non-Muslims by Muslims.ghettoismThe division of an area into ghettos; creation of a ghetto.ghoom(India, dated, intransitive) To hunt for animals by stealth in an area where they are likely to be found on the move.ghostdomThe condition, state, or realm of ghosts or spirits; spirituality; spiritualism.ghostismBelief in ghosts.ghoulismGhoulish behaviour; the quality of being or acting like a ghoul.ghulamA personal guard to the shah of Persia.giantdomThe realm or state of giants.giantismSynonym of gigantism.gigaannumAlternative spelling of giga-annum (“gigayear, a billion years”).gigagram(metrology) An SI unit of mass equal to 10⁹ grams. Symbol: Gggigantiform(medicine) Of very large size.gigantismThe quality or state of being gigantic; being of abnormally large size.gigantothermAny animal that exhibits gigantothermygigaohmAlternative spelling of giga-ohm.gigerium(anatomy) The gizzard of some birds.giggledom(rare) A state of giggling; laughter.gigmanismSynonym of gigmanity.gigohmAlternative form of gigaohm.gimEdible seaweed in Korean cuisine.gingerism(British, Australia, New Zealand) Prejudice or discrimination against people with red hair.gingham(uncountable) A cotton fabric made from dyed and white yarn woven in checks.ginglyform(anatomy, rare) ginglymoidgipsydomAlternative form of gypsydom.gipsyismAlternative form of gypsyism.girisopamA benzodiazepine drug with selective anxiolytic action.girldomThe condition of being a girl; girlhood.girlismgirlish behaviorgirouettismThe practice of frequently altering one's views and opinions to follow current trends.gisarmArchaic form of gisarme.gismAlternative spelling of jism.glabellumAlternative form of glabellaglabrismSynonym of glabrity.glacialismThe theory of the glacialists.glaciarium(dated, formal) An ice rink.glaciotectonism(geology) The combined action of tectonic activity and glaciation.glaciovolcanismThe study of volcanic interactions with glacial ice.gladiatorismThe art or practice of a gladiator.glamGlamour; glamorousness.glandiform(anatomy, botany) Shaped like, resembling, or characteristic of glands.glasswormA phantom midge larva in the family Chaoboridae, which lives in freshwater and is nearly transparent.glaum(Scotland, Ireland) To grasp or snatch (at), usually feebly or ineffectually; to grope (at) with the hands, as in the dark.gleam(countable) An appearance of light, especially one which is indistinct or small, or short-lived.gleemMisspelling of gleam.gleocystidiumAlternative form of gloeocystidium.glim(obsolete) Brightness; splendour.glirariumA terracotta pot used in Roman times to breed dormice for consumption as food.gliriformRelating to or resembling animals of the clade Gliriformes.gloam(intransitive) To begin to grow dark; to grow dusky.globalisationism(British) Alternative form of globalizationism.globalismAn ideology based on the belief that people, goods and information ought to be able to cross national borders unfettered.globalitarianismTotalitarianism on a global scale.globalizationismA philosophy that supports globalization (the world economy becoming dominated by capitalist models).globiformHaving a spherical shapeglobularism(derogatory, used by flat-earthers) Advocacy for the observation that Earth is a globe, in opposition to flat-earthism.globulism(derogatory, archaic) The practice of homeopathy.glochidium(zoology) The larva or young of the mussel.gloeocystidium(mycology) A cystidium which easily stains with a chemical reagent or has oily, resinous, granular contents.glom(transitive, informal) To take.glomerulumMisspelling of glomerulus.gloomDarkness, dimness, or obscurity.glossariumSynonym of gloss and glossary, particularly (historical) in medieval contexts.glossism(linguistics) A focus on the translated meaning of a word or phrase, ignoring all other linguistic attributes such as syntax and phonology.glossonymThe name of a language.glottogramA graphic image produced by glottographyglottonymAlternative spelling of glossonym.glowormObsolete form of glowworm.glowwormThe larva or wingless grub-like female of a beetle from the families Phengodidae or Lampyridae that gives out a green light from its abdomen.gloximonamA beta-lactam antibiotic, an ester of oximonam.gluciniumAlternative form of glucinum.glucinum(chemistry, obsolete) beryllium.glucometabolismAlternative form of glycometabolism but especially the metabolism of glucoseglulam(uncountable) Glued laminated timber: a structural timber product composed of several layers of dimensioned lumber glued together.glumDespondent; moody; sullen.gluonium(physics) glueballgluttonismThe state of being a glutton.glycerinumA homeopathic solution of glycerineglycoform(biochemistry) Any of several different forms of a glycoprotein (or other biological glycoside) having different saccharides attached, or having a different structure.glycoisoform(biochemistry) An isoform of a glycoproteinglycometabolism(biochemistry) The metabolism of sugars and other carbohydratesglycopyrrolium(organic chemistry) The quaternary ammonium cation 3-[2-cyclopentyl(hydroxy)phenylacetoxy]-1,1-dimethylpyrrolidiniumglycopyrronium(organic chemistry) The cation 3-[2-cyclopentyl(hydroxy)phenylacetoxy]-1,1-dimethylpyrrolidinium typically available as the drug glycopyrronium bromideglyoximArchaic form of glyoxime.gmInitialism of general manager.gnaphaliumAny of the genus Gnaphalium of flowering plants, the cudweeds.gnathidium(dated, ornithology) The ramus of the lower jaw of a bird as far as it is nakedgnathismThe classification of mankind based on measurements of the jaw.gnathochilarium(zoology) A lower lip to the buccal cavity in certain insects.gnatworm(rare) The aquatic larva of a gnat.gnomedomThe world or realm of gnomes.gnomismA gnomic utterance.goam(rare) To see, to recognize, to take notice of.gobiesociformAny clingfish of the order GobiesociformesgobiiformAny goby (fish) of the order GobiiformesgoblindomThe world of goblins.goblinismThe belief in the existence of goblins and of their magical power.goddamUncommon spelling of goddamn.godfatherism(Nigeria) A form of political corruption in which an influential individual handpicks another, often less influential candidate, to attain leadership in order to exert authority or influence. This may be due to the unpopularity of one candidate, or to work around incumbency term limits.godform(occultism) The image or incarnation of a deity.godmum(UK, Ireland, Canada, New England, South Africa, India, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, informal) Godmother.goiterismhyperthyroidismgolem(mythology) A humanoid creature made from clay, animated by magic.golfdomThe world of golf.gom(Ireland) A foolish person.gombeenismThe practice of depending on gombeens, or money-lenders.gonadotropismStimulation or growth of the gonadsgonangiumA capsule which encloses the blastostyle of some hydroidsgonangulumA sclerite, formed from the ninth abdominal segment of some insects, that forms part of the ovipositorgongylidiumA hyphal swelling of fungus which is cultivated by certain ants.gonidium(lichenology, phycology) A photosynthetic algal cell in the thallus of a lichen; a similar asexual reproductive cell in some algae.gonimium(lichenology) One of the bluish-green granules that replace the more usual gonidia in certain lichens.goniochromismSynonym of iridescence.gonioprismA prismatic lens for use in goniometersgonoblastidium(archaic) A blastostyle.gonochorism(biology, chiefly zoology) The situation in which the individuals of a species are of one of at least two distinct sexes, and retain that sexuality throughout their lives.gonopodium(anatomy) A modified extremity, such as an anal fin, of certain types of livebearing fish and arthropods (most notably crustaceans and myriapods), which is used for reproduction.gonorhynchiformMisspelling of gonorynchiform.gonorynchiform(zoology) Any ray-finned fish of the order Gonorynchiformesgonzoism(rare) The style of gonzo journalism.googanismThe state of being a googan; fishing incompetence.goom(especially Australia) methylated spirits.goondaism(India) thuggery; rowdyism; aggressive and violent tacticsgopuramA monumental tower, usually ornate, at the entrance of a temple, especially in Southern India.gorillagramA gift message, similar to a singing telegram, but delivered by a performer dressed in a gorilla suit.gorm(UK and US, dialects) To gawk; to stare or gape.gormandismAlternative form of gourmandism.goropismAn absurd etymology proposed as part of such a hypothesis.gorramA minced oath for goddamn.gothdomThe Gothic subculture generally.gourdworm(obsolete) A fluke or trematode worm, especially the liver fluke.gourmandismA passion for and deep interest in good food.gourmetismThe habits and attitudes of gourmets; a love of fine food.governessdomThe realm or sphere of governesses.governmentalism(sociology) Synonym of governmentality.governmentismThe aspirations and initiatives associated with individuals who are supportive of institutions and policies that promote strong governancegqom(music) A minimalistic style of house music from South Africa.gracism(Christianity) A Christian alternative to secular models of affirmative action or colorblindness that seeks to extend God's grace to people of all backgrounds, regardless of colour, class, or culture.gradatim(obsolete) Step by step; gradually and methodically.gradualism(transferred sense) The belief that some phenomenon occurs gradually over a long period of time.graham(uncountable) Flour made by grinding wheat berries including the bran.gramA unit of mass equal to one-thousandth of a kilogram. Symbol: g.grammarianismThe principles or practices of grammarians.grammarismUnwarranted concern for observing the rules of grammar (especially of the most standard form of a language).grammaticism(dated) A point or principle of grammar.gramogramA letter or sequence of letters which resemble the sound of a word when the names of the letters are spoken in sequence.grandamA grandmother.granddamAlternative form of grandam.grandfatherismGrandfatherly behavior or habits.grandiloquismA word, or the use of a word, that is grandiloquent.grandmom(US, informal) Grandmother.grandmotherismgrandmotherly behaviour; mild or weak authoritarianismgrandmum(UK, Australia) Grandmother.graniformFormed from or like corn.granitiform(geology) Resembling granite in structure or shape.grannam(colloquial, now archaic and British regional) A grandmother; an old woman.grannumAlternative spelling of granum (“one's grandmother”).granuliform(mineralogy) Having a granular structure or appearance.granuloplasm(cytology) The granular material within the ectoplasm and surrounding the nucleus of a unicellular organismgranum(biology) A stack-like structure in plant chloroplasts that contain chlorophyll; the site of photosynthesis.graphismThe expression of thought in material symbols.graphiumA stylus (for writing).graphogramA written inkling of a name in a writing system incompletely rendering the phonological system of a language.graphospasm(medicine) Writer's cramp, muscular spasms in the thumb and forefinger that occur when writing.grasshopperdom(rare) The state or essence of being a grasshopper.grassum(Scotland) Alternative form of gersum.gravedomThe place, home, abode, or world of the dead; death; grave.gravidism(obsolete, rare) The state of being pregnant.gravitoelectromagnetism(physics) gravitomagnetismgravitomagnetism(physics) The property of a spinning mass that twists spacetime.gravitotropismAlternative form of gravitropism.gravitropism(biology, botany) A plant's ability to change its growth in response to gravity.grazierdomThe role or status of grazier.greathelmAlternative form of great helm.greatroomAlternative form of great room.greenbackismA movement advocating for the inflation of the US currency.greenismEnvironmentalism.greeniumAlternative form of green premium.greenroomAlternative form of green room.gregarianismgregarious behaviourgrem(slang) A young or inexperienced surfer or skateboarder.greyzem(geology) Synonym of boroll.griffinism(historical) The attitudes or behaviour of griffins (new arrivals in British India).grillroomA restaurant serving grilled food.grimDismal and gloomy, cold and forbidding.grismA combination of diffraction grating and prism used to obtain spectra from selected parts of an image.grobianism(dated) The coarse, uncouth behaviour of a grobian.grocerdomThe role or status of grocer.grogramA strong, rough fabric made up of a mixture of silk, and mohair or wool.grom(surfing, snowboarding, skimboarding, slang) A young surfer, wakeskater, wakeboarder, snowboarder, skimboarder, skateboarder, or kiteboarder.groomA man who is about to marry.groomdomThe state, quality, or condition of being a groom; groomhood.groundplasmSynonym of cytosolgroundworm(dialectal, dated) earthwormgroupdomThe fact of being a group.groupiedomThe world or sphere of groupies.groupieismSynonym of groupiedom (“state or period of being a groupie”).groupismThe habit or policy of associating in groups or cliques.growroomAlternative form of grow room.growthismA political focus on (generally economic) growth.grubwormA grub (the insect).gruiform(zoology) Resembling the Gruiformes, an order of birds including the crane.grumMorose, stern, surly, sullen.gsmInitialism of grams per square metre (unit for measuring the weight of paper).guaiacumAny of a number of species of tree of the genus Guaiacum, native to the West Indies and parts of the Americas.guanidinium(organic chemistry) The cation derived from guanidine.guanidinumMisspelling of guanidinium.guanidium(organic chemistry) The monovalent cation formed by protonation of guanidineguardroomA room used by soldiers when on guard.guarriboom(South Africa) A shrub, Euclea divinorum; its fruit can be fermented to produce vinegar.gubernaculumA part or structure that serves as a guide:guberniumSynonym of guberniya.guerrillaismGuerrilla warfare; the activities of guerrillas.guestroomAlternative form of guest room.guiacumArchaic form of guaiacum.guillotinism(dated) The practice of carrying out executions using the guillotine.gum(often in the plural) The flesh around the teeth.gummObsolete spelling of gum.gundamA fictional military giant robot.gunroomA room where guns are stored.gurudomThe realm of gurus.guruismThe tendency to look to a particular revered individual as a teacher or mentor.guttatim(obsolete) Drop by drop; one drop at a time.guttiformShaped like or resembling a drop.gutturalismThe quality of being guttural.guydom(informal) The quality of being a guy, or man.gyaldemAlternative form of gyal dem.gymClipping of gymnasium; especially, a school gymnasium.gymnasium(formal) A large room or building for indoor sports.gymnatoriumA room, as in a school, combining the functions of gymnasium and auditorium.gymnosperm(botany) Any plant such as a conifer whose seeds are not enclosed in an ovary.gymnospermism(botany) The trait of being gymnospermous.gymnostomA "naked" stoma, one without a peristome.gymnotiform(zoology) Belonging to the Gymnotiformes.gynaeceum(Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome) The women's quarters in a household; (hence, loosely) any building or area for women.gynaeciumAlternative form of gynaeceum.gynandrismgynandromorphismgynandrium(botany) A combined male and female stamen structure.gynandromorphismThe condition of being a gynandromorph.gyneceumAlternative form of gynaeceum.gyneciumAlternative form of gynaeceum.gynecocentrismAlternative form of gynocentrism.gynecomastismSynonym of gynecomastia.gynocentrismAn ideological focus on females, and issues affecting them, possibly to the detriment of non-females.gynocriticismThe historical study of women writers as a distinct literary tradition.gynoecium(botany) The pistils/carpels of a flower considered as a groupgynostegium(botany) An adnation of the stamens with the style and stigma, typically found in members of the family Apocynaceae.gynostemium(botany) A reproductive structure, in some plants, formed by fusion of the stamens and pistilgypsumA mineral consisting of hydrated calcium sulphate. When calcinated, it forms plaster of Paris.gypsydomThe realm or sphere of gypsies.gypsyismThe state of being a gypsy.gyriformHaving the form of gyrigyroautomorphism(mathematics) An automorphism in gyrovector space.gyrobifastigiumA polyhedral solid formed by joining two face-regular triangular prisms along corresponding square faces, giving a quarter-turn to one prism. It is noted for being one of the few regular polyhedra that packs in three dimensions.gyromagnetismThe property of being gyromagnetic.gyroparallelogram(hyperbolic geometry) A hyperbolic quadrilateral whose two gyrodiagonals intersect at their gyromidpoints, analogous to a parallelogram in Euclidean space.