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11 Letter Words Starting With M

Explore 3,602 English words that start with M and contain exactly 11 letters. Common examples include magnificent, maccaronism, maceranduba, macrochiria, macrocilium.

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macabrenessThe state or condition of being macabre.macadamisedsimple past and past participle of macadamise macadamizedsimple past and past participle of macadamize macadamizerOne who surfaces a road with macadam.macadamizesthird-person singular simple present indicative of macadamize macaronical(archaic) macaronic macaulayite(mineralogy) A monoclinic blood red mineral containing aluminum, hydrogen, iron, oxygen, and silicon.maccaronismAlternative spelling of macaronism.macedovicinA peptide lantibiotic produced by Streptococcus macedonicus macerandubaArchaic form of massaranduba.macerationsplural of maceration machaerotid(zoology) Any insect in the family Machaerotidae.machetelikeResembling or characteristic of a machete.machicolateTo furnish with machicolations.machicotage(rare, archaic) A style of singing, especially of sacred music, cultivated from the late Middle Ages until the 19th century, centered on Paris, and derived from the Gallican ritual; in this style vocal lines are decorated with improvised ornamentation, and differentiated from each other in a polyphonic composition also by tone color.machicoulisA machicolation.machinationThe act of machinating or plotting.machinatorsplural of machinator machinatrixA woman who machinates; a schemer, plotter.machineableAlternative form of machinable.machinegunsplural of machinegun machinelessWithout a machine.machinelikeResembling a machine; mechanical in form machineriesplural of machinery machinimistA person who creates machinima.machiolatedRare spelling of machicolated.machlovirusmaize chlorotic dwarf virus machosexualA man who eschews modern trendy aesthetics in favor of pursuits traditionally considered more manly.macintoshedWearing a macintosh.mackerelingAlternative form of mackerelling.mackerelledHaving a pattern resembling the scales on a mackerel.mackinawite(mineralogy) A tetragonal iron nickel sulfide mineral that occurs as opaque bronze to grey-white tabular crystals and anhedral masses.macquartite(mineralogy) A monoclinic-prismatic orange mineral containing chromium, copper, hydrogen, lead, oxygen, and silicon.macradenousHaving large glands.macrandrous(botany) Having antheridia formed on normal-sized male vegetative filaments.macranganin(organic chemistry) A particular ellagitannin.macraucheneA member of family Macraucheniidae of extinct South American ungulates.macrobaenidAny extinct turtle of the family †Macrobaenidae macrobioticOf a lifestyle incorporating a dietary regimen including locally grown, seasonal, natural foods, or of the diet itself.macrobiotidAny tardigrade of the family Macrobiotidae macroboring(zoology) That functions as a macroborer macrobrewerA large-scale commercial brewer, contrasted with smaller microbrewers.macrobubbleA macroscopic bubble macrocarpal(organic chemistry) Any of a group of cyclic aromadendrane sesquiterpenoids, present in Eucalyptus macrocarpa that has antibacterial activity macrocarpasplural of macrocarpa macrocarpin(organic chemistry) Any of a particular class of cytotoxic nortriterpenoid alkaloids macrocarpol(organic chemistry) Synonym of longiborneol.macrochaeta(biology) A large chaeta found in certain organisms macrochaeteAlternative form of macrochaeta.macrochelid(zoology) Any mite in the family Macrochelidae.macrochiria(medicine) Abnormal largeness of the hands.macrocilium(zoology) A compound ciliary feeding organelle in ctenophores macrococcalOf or pertaining to a macrococcus.macrococcusA bacterium of the genus Macrococcus.macrocollum(historical) A variety of paper in Ancient Rome, measuring a foot and a half in width.macrocolony(biology) A relatively large-scale colony (of bacteria etc)macrocolumnA relatively large-scale column macroconvexmacroscale and convex macrocosmalAlternative form of macrocosmic.macrocosmicOf or pertaining to the macrocosm (universe).macrocraniaThe condition of having an abnormally large or thick skull.macrocyclic(chemistry) Of an organic compound: having a closed ring of more than about twelve atoms.macrocysticRelating to macrocysts macrodactyl(obsolete) One of a former group of wading birds (Macrodactyli) having very long toes.macrodeviceAny relatively large-scale device, but typically an implant macrodipoleA large-scale dipole macrodomainA macroscopic domain macrodontia(pathology, dentistry) The medical condition of having unusually large teeth.macrodosageThe administration of a macrodose.macroenzymeAn enzyme of macromolecular size due to unusual biopolymerization or immune complexing, such as when a normal enzyme is protein-bound, typically by immunoglobulins (antibodies); macroenzymes by themselves are not always pathophysiologic or pathogenic, but their occurrence is increased in certain diseases (their formation is encouraged by some pathogenetic processes).macrofamily(linguistics) A grouping of two or more language families that share some relationship macrofaunalPertaining to a macrofauna.macrofibrilA relatively large fibril / fibre macrofloralRelating to the macroflora.macrofossil(paleontology) Any fossil large enough to be examined without a microscope.macrofoulerA relatively large fouler (as distinct from a microfouler)macrofungalRelating to macrofungi.macrofungusAny fungus that is big enough to be seen with the naked eye macrogamete(cytology) The larger of a pair of anisogamous, conjugating gametes; the female ovule in plants or ovum for animals.macrogamontSynonym of macrogametocyte.macrogenome(genetics) A relatively large genome macrographyThe examination of an object with the naked eye macrograzerA macrofaunal grazer macrogrowthRelatively large-scale or rapid growth macroketone(organic chemistry) Any macrocyclic ketone macrolactam(organic chemistry) A macrocyclic lactam macrolactin(biochemistry) An antibacterial peptide produced by the silkworm Bombyx mori; the gene responsible for its production macrolichen(biology) Any lichen that has a large thallus, often resulting in a bushy appearance.macroligand(chemistry) A macrocyclic ligand macrolipaseA macroenzyme form of a lipase, such as the macromolecular pancreatic lipase sometimes (but not always) correlated with acute pancreatitis or celiac disease.macrolithicRelating to a macrolith macromammalAny relatively large mammal macromanage(transitive) To manage using macro-management.macromastia(medicine) Abnormal enlargement of the breast.macromastic(medicine, of a breast) Unusually large.macromerite(geology) Any rock whose grains are large enough to be visible to the naked eye macromethod(chemistry) A method of analysis that requires a relatively large sample macrometricRelating to relatively large measurements macromixingLarge-scale mixing, caused by mechanical stirring macromodelsplural of macromodel macromosaic(geology) A rock composed of a mosaic of relatively large pieces of a mineral, typically quartz macromyelon(obsolete, anatomy) Synonym of medulla oblongata.macronarianAny sauropod dinosaur of the clade Macronaria macronation(geopolitics, rare) A large country; a sovereign state of considerable size, population or both.macronoduleA relatively large nodule.macronucleiplural of macronucleus macronympha(medicine, pathology) Elongated labia, a feature of certain Khoikhoi and other African women who develop, naturally or though artificial stretching, relatively elongated labia minora.macronyssid(zoology) Any mite in the family Macronyssidae.macropelletA relatively large pellet macrophagalRelating to macrophages macrophagesplural of macrophage macrophagicOf or pertaining to macrophages macrophilia(paraphilia) A paraphilia involving sexual attraction to giants.macrophylum(linguistics) A group of two or more related language phylums macrophytesplural of macrophyte macrophyticRelating to macrophytes.macroplasia(medicine) Excessive development of part of the body macropodian(zoology, archaic) A macropod.macropodineOf, or pertaining to, the kangaroos and wallabies macropodoidMisspelling of macropodid.macropodousHaving long or large legs, feet, or fins.macroporous(of a material) Having macropores, i.e. pores of a relatively large size (e.g. greater than 50 nanometres).macropteranAlternative form of macropterous.macropygous(anatomy) Having the pygidium considerably larger than the cephalon.macroregionAny of several geopolitical subdivisions that encompass several others.macrosampleA relatively large-scale sample macroscalarRelating to macroscale macroscelidAlternative form of macroscelidean.macroscopiaA form of hallucination where objects appear larger than they really are.macroscopicVisible to the unassisted eye.macrosemiid(zoology) Any fish in the extinct family Macrosemiidae.macrosialin(biochemistry) A heavily glycosylated transmembrane protein associated with macrophages macrosmaticHaving a good sense of smell.macrosocialRelating to society on a large scale, or in large groups (e.g., group, class or generation).macrosomiteA region of an embryonic insect prior to the formation of metameres macrosphereA relatively large sphere (in a variety of contexts)macrosporesplural of macrospore macrosporicOf or pertaining to macrospores.macrosporin(organic chemistry) The anthraquinone derivative 1,7-dihydroxy-3-methoxy-6-methyl-9,10-anthraquinone that is a bioactive metabolite produced by a plant-pathogenic fungus of the genus Stemphylium (family Pleosporaceae, order Pleosporales)macrostomia(medicine) The condition of having an abnormally large mouth macrostomid(zoology) Any flatworm in the family Macrostomidae.macrostrain(physics) macroscopic strain macrostressstress in the macrostructure of a material macrosyntax(grammar) Syntax beyond the clause level.macrosystem(computing) A programming system in which small constructs (macros) represent groups of machine instructions.macrotheoryA large-scale theory dealing with a broad range of phenomena on an abstract level.macrotissue(anatomy) Relatively large-scale tissue macrotrauma(medicine) A major trauma injury, such as joint dislocation or bone fracture, characteristically sustained during a direct sudden event.macrotubuleA tubule that has a relatively large diameter macrovessel(anatomy) Any of the larger blood vessels macrovillusAny relatively large villus maculationsplural of maculation maculavirusAny virus of the genus Maculavirus maculomancyAlternative form of moleomancy.maculopathy(pathology) Any disease of the macula of the eye.maddeninglyIn a maddening manner.madefaction(obsolete) The act of madefying, or making something wet.madindoline(organic chemistry) Any of a family of noncytotoxic indole alkaloids originally isolated from Streptomyces nitrosporeus.madonnalikerare spelling of Madonna-like madreporianResembling, or pertaining to, the genus Madrepora.madreporite(zoology) A calcareous opening in the body of echinoderms which connects the water vascular system to the environment.madrigalianOf or relating to madrigals.madrigalistA composer of madrigals.maduramicinAn antiprotozoal agent used in veterinary medicine to prevent coccidiosis.maecenatismAlternative letter-case form of Maecenatism.maelstromicResembling or characteristic of a maelstrom.maestrolikeLike a maestro; masterly, expert.mafoprazineAn antipsychotic drug.mafosfamide(pharmacology) A particular drug used in the treatment of cancer.mafufunyanaIn Zulu and Xhosa culture, a mental disorder in which the sufferer is believed to have been possessed by evil spirits, causing hysteria.magazinableSuitable for publication in a magazine.magazinefulEnough to fill a magazine.magazineletA little magazine.magazinette(dated) A small or short magazine (periodical publication).mageiristic(obsolete, rare) Alternative form of magiristic.maggotinessThe state of being maggoty maggotoriumA place where maggots are stored.maggotpated(obsolete) Alternative form of maggot-pated.magicalnessThe condition or quality of being magical.magicianess(rare) A female magician.magisterialBefitting the status or skill of a magister or master; authoritative, masterly.magisteriumThe teaching authority or office of the Roman Catholic Church.magistrallyIn a magistral manner;magistratesplural of magistrate magistraticAlternative form of magistratical.magmasphere(geology, astronomy) A sphere of magma at the centre of a rocky planet or moon of sufficiently large size magmatology(geology) The study of the formation and properties of magma magnanimityThe quality of being magnanimous; kindness of nature; generosity.magnanimousNoble and generous in spirit.magnateshipThe role or status of a magnate.magnesaemiaAlternative form of magnesemia.magnesiuria(pathology) The presence of magnesium salts in the urine magnetarium(historical) An instrument for illustrating the magnetism of the earth.magneticism(dated) magnetism (physical phenomenon)magneticityThe state of being magnetic, or degree to which something is magnetic magnetionicAlternative form of magnetoionic.magnetisingpresent participle and gerund of magnetise magnetizingpresent participle and gerund of magnetize magnetobell(historical) A bell that is sounded remotely by means of a magnetic current.magnetodisc(astronomy) A disc-shaped magnetosphere magnetodiskAlternative spelling of magnetodisc.magnetograma graphical representation of the data recorded by a magnetograph magnetologyThe study of magnets and magnetic forces.magnetosome(biology) A membranous prokaryotic organelle, containing mineral crystals, present in magnetotactic bacteria magnetotail(astronomy) The long, trailing part of a magnetosphere on the side of a planet furthest from the sun magnetozone(geology) A zone having the same magnetization, especially one between geomagnetic polarity reversals magniferous(geology) Containing magnesium or magnesium compounds; magnesian magnifiableThat can be magnified, or extolled.magnificantMisspelling of magnificent.magnificateTo magnify or extol.magnificentGrand, elegant or splendid in appearance.magnisonant(obsolete) highfalutin, pretentious magnitizdat(historical) The unofficial copying and distribution of audio tape recordings in the Soviet Union that were not available commercially.magnoperate(transitive) To magnify the greatness of (someone or something); to exalt.mahanimbine(organic chemistry) A carbazole alkaloid present in the bark of Murraya koenigii maharajranaAlternative form of maharaja.maidenheadsplural of maidenhead maidservantA female servant; a maid.mailabilityThe characteristic of being mailable; the ability to be mailed.mailcatcher(railways, historical) A device on a train for picking up mailbags while the train is in motion.mailcoachesplural of mailcoach maillechort(obsolete) Nickel silver.maingaining(bodybuilding) Maintaining a similar body fat while gradually increasing muscle mass over time.mainlandersplural of mainlander mainmastmanA sailor assigned to the mainmast mainpernorsplural of mainpernor mainpernourAlternative form of mainpernor.mainprisingpresent participle and gerund of mainprise mainspringsplural of mainspring mainstreamsthird-person singular simple present indicative of mainstream mainstreamy(colloquial) Related to the mainstream; akin to the mainstream.mainstreetsplural of mainstreet mainstretchThe main or longest (usually straight) section of a race track.maintainersplural of maintainer maintainingThe act of doing maintenance.maintenanceActions performed to keep some machine or system functioning or in service.maintenenceMisspelling of maintenance.maintopmast(nautical) The topmast of the mainmast.maisonettesplural of maisonette maisonnetteAlternative form of maisonette.maitlandite(mineralogy) Synonym of thorogummite.maizestarch(rare) Synonym of cornstarch.majestyshipA compellation for royalty; Majesty.majorettingThe dance performance of a majorette.majorizableCapable of being majorized.makeabilityThe quality of being makeable.makebelieveAlternative form of make-believe.makeweightsplural of makeweight makisterone(organic chemistry) Any of a small group of ecdysteroids present in the pupa of the honey bee malaanonangThe tree Parashorea malaanonan.malabathronAlternative form of malabathrum.malabathrumA fragrant substance imported by the ancient Romans from India, believed to have been made from the leaves of a type of cinnamon or cassia.malabsorbedWrongly or incompletely absorbed malabsorberOne who suffers from malabsorption.malacanthid(zoology) Any in the family Malacanthidae of tilefishes.malaccident(archaic) A bad event happening by accident; mischance.malacofauna(zoology) The molluscs of an area malaconotid(zoology) One of the family Malaconotidae of bushshrikes.malacophagyThe condition of being malacophagous malacophily(botany) pollination by snails malacospore(biology) The spore of a malacosporean malacosteon(pathology) Morbid softness of the bones; osteomalacia.maladaptionMisspelling of maladaptation.maladaptive(psychology) Of behavior, showing inadequate or counterproductive mental and behavioral adaptation to a new situation.maladjustedsimple past and past participle of maladjust maladroitlyIn a maladroit manner.malagarouseAlternative form of malagruze.malapropishRelating to, or inclined toward, malapropism.malapropism(uncountable) The blundering use of an absurdly inappropriate word or expression in place of a similar-sounding one.malapropistOne who utters malapropisms.malariologyThe scientific study of malaria.malarpicineBelonging to the tribe Malarpicini of woodpeckers malarrangedBadly or wrongly arranged.malayophobeSomeone who exhibits malayophobia malayophoneAlternative letter-case form of Malayophone.malcavernin(biochemistry) A signalling protein associated with cerebral cavernous malformations malcontentsplural of malcontent.maldigestedPoorly digested.malecontentObsolete spelling of malcontent.maledicencyThe quality or practice of being maledicent or tending to speak evil or to slander.maledictingpresent participle and gerund of maledict maledictiveOf or relating to malediction.maledictoryOf or relating to malediction.malefactionA crime, an offense, an evil deed.malefactive(linguistics) A term or sentence element that serves a malefactive role or that is inflected for the malefactive case.malefactorsplural of malefactor malefactoryDoing evil or wicked things.malefactourObsolete form of malefactor.maleficallyIn a malefic manner.maleficenceharmfulness or mischief.maleficiaryOne who suffers harm from something.maleficiatecursed; bewitched maleficient(sometimes proscribed) Alternative form of maleficent.malemployedEmployed in a job for which one is overqualified or overeducated, usually a job that does not pay as much as one wants or expects.maleruption(dentistry) The abnormal eruption of a tooth.malevolenceHostile attitude or feeling.malevolencyMalevolence, malice.maleylation(organic chemistry) Reaction with maleic acid or a maleate derivative malfixationIncorrect fixation (typically, in the wrong place)malfunctionFaulty functioning.malhmoodite(mineralogy) A phosphate mineral with the chemical formula FeZr(PO₄)·4H₂O.maliciouslyIn a malicious manner, or for malicious reasons.malignantlyIn a malignant manner.malignifiedsimple past and past participle of malignify malinformedWrongly or badly informed.malingerersplural of malingerer malingeringpresent participle and gerund of malinger malitiouslyObsolete form of maliciously.maljunction(anatomy) anomalous union of the pancreatic and biliary ducts outside the duodenal wall.mallakhambaA traditional sport from the Indian subcontinent, in which a gymnast performs aerial yoga or gymnastic postures and wrestling grips using a pole, cane, or rope.malleablizeAlternative form of malleableize.mallophaganA chewing louse, any louse of the now obsolete suborder Mallophaga, any true louse that is not a sucking louse.malmignatteA small venomous spider of southern Europe, Latrodectus tredecimguttatus, having thirteen small red spots on the abdomen.malobathrumAlternative form of malabathrum.malodourousMisspelling of malodorous.malolactateMisspelling of malolactic.malonitrile(organic chemistry) The nitrile of malonic acid malonylated(organic chemistry) Modified by the addition of a malonyl group malonylureaBarbituric acid.malorientedWrongly oriented malposition(medicine) An abnormal position of an organ or other part of the body.malposturalOf or relating to malposture.malpracticeThe improper treatment of a patient by a physician that results in injury or loss.malrotation(physiology) An anomaly of rotation; aberrant movement of parts in a rotating fashion.maltohexose(biochemistry) Alternative form of maltohexaose.maltokinase(biochemistry) An enzyme that catalyses the chemical reaction ATP + maltose ⇌ ADP + alpha-maltose 1-phosphate.maltotriase(biochemistry) An enzyme that catalyses the hydrolysis of maltotriose maltotriose(biochemistry) A maltooligosaccharide consisting of three glucose units.maltrackingFaulty tracking maltreatingpresent participle and gerund of maltreat malyngolide(organic chemistry) A naturally-occurring δ-lactone isolated from the alga Lyngbya majuscula' that displays antibiotic activity mamelliform(biology) In the form of a nipple mamelonatedHaving rounded teat-like elevations; nodulated.mamillationAlternative form of mammillation.mammaglobin(biochemistry) A particular secretoglobin protein, associated with breast cancer mammaliformAlternative form of mammaliaform.mammalingus(rare, sexuality) Oral stimulation of the woman’s breast.mammalogistOne who studies mammalogy mammaphilia(rare, sexuality) Attraction to a woman’s breasts.mammaplasty(surgery) Plastic surgery of a breast to alter its shape or size.mammiliformAlternative form of mammilliform.mammillaria(botany) Any member of the cactus genus Mammillaria.mammillatedAlternative form of mammillate.mammoglobinAlternative form of mammaglobin.mammogrammeRare spelling of mammogram.mammography(medicine) X-ray examination of the breasts for diagnosing and locating abnormalities, especially tumours.mammologistAlternative spelling of mammalogist.mammonisticExhibiting or relating to mammonism; greedy for wealth.mammophilic(biology, of a biting insect) That preferentially bites females mammoplasty(surgery) Plastic surgery of a breast to alter its shape or size.mammoptosis(medicine, rare) Ptosis (sagging) of the breast.mammosphere(cytology) A clump of mammary gland cells that forms under certain circumstances mammothlikeResembling or characteristic of a mammoth.mammothrept(archaic) A spoiled child.mammotropicthat stimulates growth of the mammary glands or lactation mammotropin(biochemistry) Prolactin; a peptide gonadotrophic hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates growth of the mammary glands and lactation in females.manaclelikeResembling or characteristic of manacles.managementsplural of management managerlessWithout a manager.managershipThe office or period of a manager.manandonite(mineralogy) A triclinic-pedial mineral containing aluminum, boron, hydrogen, lithium, oxygen, and silicon.manchestersplural of manchester manchineelsplural of manchineel mancipation(obsolete) Slavery.mancipativeOf or relating to mancipation.mancipatoryOf or pertaining to mancipation.mandalalikeResembling or characteristic of a mandala (ritualistic geometric design).mandamusingpresent participle and gerund of mandamus mandarinateThe collective body of mandarins.mandarindom(rare) The state or essence of being a mandarin.mandariness(dated) A female mandarin.mandarining(historical or archaic) The use of a nitric acid solution to give an orange colour to textiles, such as silk or wool.mandarinismA government of mandarins; character or spirit of the mandarins.mandarinize(transitive) To adapt for the use of government bureaucrats, or mandarins.mandatariesplural of mandatary mandatoriesplural of mandatory mandatorilyIn a mandatory manner; not optionally; required.mandelalide(biochemistry) A marine derived macrolide, a oxygen heterocyclic compound with a large ring.mandelamide(organic chemistry) The amide of mandelic acid mandibulary(anatomy, relational, archaic) Synonym of mandibular.mandibulateProvided with mandibles adapted for biting, as many insects.mandibulousPertaining to the mandible.mandlestoneThe amygdaloid.mandolinistsomeone who plays a mandolin manducatingpresent participle and gerund of manducate manducationThe act of eating.maneuverersplural of maneuverer maneuvering(US) present participle and gerund of maneuver maneuvrableAlternative form of maneuverable.mangalsutraA traditional Hindu necklace tied around the bride's neck by the groom.manganesate(chemistry, obsolete) A manganate.manganesian(chemistry, archaic) manganic manganesium(obsolete) manganese manganesous(obsolete) manganiferous (containing manganese)manganocene(chemistry) The metallocene containing a manganese atom manganosite(mineralogy) An isometric-hexoctahedral mineral containing manganese and oxygen.mangostanin(organic chemistry) The mangosteen metabolite 9-hydroxycalabaxanthone mangosteensplural of mangosteen manhandlingpresent participle and gerund of manhandle maniacality(rare) The condition of being maniacal; mania maniaphobiaAn abnormal fear of being insane.maniaphobicHaving, or acting with, maniaphobia.manicuristsplural of manicurist manifestantA protester; someone participating in a protest.manifestate(nonstandard) To manifest.manifestingpresent participle and gerund of manifest manifestiveRelating to manifestation.manifestoesplural of manifesto manifoldingpresent participle and gerund of manifold manilagrassAlternative form of Manila grass.manipulableSuitable for, or able to be subjected to, manipulation.manipulablyIn a manipulable way.manipulatedsimple past and past participle of manipulate manipulateeSomeone who is manipulated.manipulatesthird-person singular simple present indicative of manipulate manipulatorAgent noun of manipulate; one who manipulates.mankindnessThe state, quality, or condition of mankind; humanity; humanness manlikenessThe state, quality, or condition of being manlike; masculinity.manneristicRelating to, or exhibiting, mannerisms.manniferousYielding manna.mannishnessThe condition of being mannish; manliness or masculinity.mannokinase(biochemistry) A kinase, ATP:D-mannose 6-phosphotransferase mannosamine(biochemistry) An amino sugar derived from mannose mannosidase(biochemistry) Any enzyme that catalyses the hydrolysis of mannose glycosides.mannostatinA compound that inhibits the action of mannosidase mannosulfanA particular drug used in the treatment of cancer.mannosylate(organic chemistry) To glycosylate with a mannosyl derivative mannotriose(biochemistry) A trisaccharide composed of three mannose moieties.mannuronate(biochemistry) Any salt or ester of mannuronic acid manoeuvrersplural of manoeuvrer manorhousesplural of manorhouse manorialismA political, economic and social system in medieval and early modern Europe; originally a form of serfdom but later a looser system in which land was administered via the local manor.manorialize(transitive) To bring under the system of manorialism.manportableAlternative form of man-portable.manquelling(obsolete) murder; homicide manservantsplural of manservant mansionette(US) A large and somewhat luxurious house.mansionlessWithout a mansion.mansionlikeResembling or characteristic of a mansion.mansplainer(informal) One (especially a man) who mansplains.manspreadersomeone who manspreads manstealing(archaic) kidnapping human beings, especially with a view to their enslavement.manstoppingOf a weapon, bullet, etc.: capable of incapacitating a person quickly and reliably.mantelletta(Roman Catholicism) A sleeveless, knee-length vestment open at the front which is worn by Roman Catholic prelates.mantelpieceA shelf that is affixed to the wall above a fireplace.mantelshelfA shelf above a fireplace.mantlepieceAlternative spelling of mantelpiece.mantologistA specialist in mantology.mantrackingThe art or process of tracking down a human being by observing clues in the environment.mantuamakerA maker of women's clothes, especially dresses manubriatedHaving a manubrium.manucaptorsplural of manucaptor manucodiata(obsolete) A bird of paradise (family Paradisaeidae).manuduction(obsolete) The act of guiding or a means of guidance; direction, guidance, instruction.manuductiveProviding guidance.manuductorySynonym of manuductive.manufactorsplural of manufactor manufactory(archaic) A manufacturing process; a particular industry or part of an industry.manufactureThe action or process of making goods systematically or on a large scale.manufacturyAlternative spelling of manufactory, a place where articles are manufactured manumissionRelease from slavery or other legally sanctioned servitude; the giving of freedom; the act of manumitting.manumissiveOf or relating to manumission.manumittersplural of manumitter manumittingpresent participle and gerund of manumit manuscribal(rare) Pertaining to manuscripts.manuscriptsplural of manuscript manutenency(obsolete) maintenance manutention(historical) Maintenance, upkeep of a person, place or thing.manzanillasplural of manzanilla mapatumumab(pharmacology) A human monoclonal antibody used in the treatment of cancer.mapinastineA histamine 1 receptor antagonist.maplessnessAbsence of a map.mappabilityThe state or condition of being mappable.maprotiline(pharmacology) A tetracyclic antidepressant with properties similar to those of tricyclic amitriptyline, usually administered orally as the hydrochloride; 3-(9,10-dihydro-9,10-ethanoanthracen-9-yl)propyl(methyl)amine, C₂₀H₂₃N.maquiladoraAn assembly plant in Mexico owned by a company from the United States or another foreign country, using cheap local labour and imported components, and which then exports its products to the company's country of origin; also (by extension) similar factories in other countries.maquirosideA particular steroid glycoside.maraboutismSupport for marabouts (Muslim holy men or mystics).maraboutist(Islam) Supporter of a marabout.maradolipid(organic chemistry) A glycolipid derived from a diacyltrehalose marafiviralOf or relating to marafiviruses.marafivirusAny plant virus of the genus Marafivirus maralixibatAn ileal bile acid transporter (IBAT) inhibitor used to treat cholestatic pruritus in people with Alagille syndrome.maraschinosplural of maraschino marathonersplural of marathoner marathonistOne who runs a marathon.marbleizingpresent participle and gerund of marbleize marcescence(botany) Retention (by a plant) of dead organs (such as leaves) that normally are shed.marcfortine(organic chemistry) Any of a class of anthelmintic indole alkaloids that are fungal metabolites marchantiid(zoolbotany) Any liverwort in the subclass Marchantiidae.marchionessThe wife of a marquess.marconigram(dated) A message sent via radio.marecottite(mineralogy) A triclinic-pinacoidal yellow orange mineral containing hydrogen, magnesium, manganese, oxygen, sulfur, and uranium.marenostrin(biochemistry) Synonym of pyrin.margaramide(organic chemistry) Any amide of margaric acid margarodite(mineralogy, obsolete) A hydrous potash mica related to muscovite.marginalianRelating to marginalia.marginaliseNon-Oxford British English standard spelling of marginalize.marginalism(economics) The use of marginal analysis to solve large classes of microeconomic problems.marginalistA practitioner of marginalism.marginalityThe state of being marginal marginalize(mathematics) To find a marginal distribution of a joint probability distribution.marginatingpresent participle and gerund of marginate marginationThe provision of margins marginellid(zoology) Any sea snail in the family Marginellidae.marginotomy(genetics) The cutting (or incomplete copying) of the margins of a polynucleotide margravatesplural of margravate margraviateAlternative form of margravate.margueritesplural of marguerite maricopaite(mineralogy) An orthorhombic-dipyramidal white mineral containing aluminum, calcium, hydrogen, lead, oxygen, and silicon.maricultureaquaculture using seawater marifivirusMisspelling of marafivirus.marigraphic(oceanography) From, or produced by, a marigraph marihoochie(slang) Marijuana.marimbalikeResembling or characteristic of a marimba.marinationsplural of marination marinellite(mineralogy) A colorless trigonal sulfate chloride mineral with the chemical formula (Na,K)₄₂Ca₆(Al₆Si₆O₂₄)₆(SO₄)₈Cl₂ · 3H₂O.marinership(archaic) Arts or skills of a mariner; seamanship.marinescapeA view of the sea.marinomycinAny of a class of macrodiolide antibiotics marionberryA member of the blackberry family, a cross between the Chehalem berry and olallieberry blackberries.marionettesplural of marionette mariptilineA tricyclic antidepressant.mariticidalOf, or pertaining to, mariticide; husband-killing.maritoriousBeing fond of one's husband to the point of obsession; excessively doting on one's husband.mariturient(archaic, rare) Desiring to marry.marivaudage(literary) A writing style characterized by an affectation of refinement, originating from the writing of the French novelist Pierre de Marivaux.marketplaceAn open area in a town housing a public market.marketshareAlternative form of market share.marketspace(Internet, marketing) A virtual marketplace on the Internet.marketstead(obsolete) A marketplace.markgravineAlternative form of margravine.markspersonA marksman or markswoman.marlinspikeA tool, consisting of a pointed metal spike, used to manipulate the strands of rope or cable when knotting and splicing.marmorationA covering, casing or encrusting of marble marmoreallyIn a marmoreal fashion; like marble.marqueelikeResembling a marquee.marquessateThe territory of a marquess, margrave or person of comparable rank.marqueterieAlternative form of marquetry.marquetriesplural of marquetry marquisatesplural of marquisate marquisetteA sheer cotton fabric used for mosquito nets and curtains marquisotte(obsolete, rare) To shave off the beard but leave the moustache.marriednessThe quality of being, or seeming, married.marrowbonesplural of marrowbone marshallateAlternative spelling of marshalate.marshallersplural of marshaller marshallessAlternative form of marshaless.marshalling(British spelling) present participle and gerund of marshal marshalshipThe position or role of a marshal.marshbankerAlternative form of mossbanker.marshlanderA person who comes from, or lives in, a marshland.marshmallowMarsh mallow, a species of mallow, Althaea officinalis, that grows in marshy terrain.marshmellowMisspelling of marshmallow.marsupiform(botany) Pocket-shaped; used to describe domatia.martensiticOf, containing, or relating to martensite, a certain crystalline structure that can occur in steel under some conditions and can also occasionally occur naturally in meteoric matter or mineral veins.marthambles(obsolete, used in historical fiction) A particular ailment unknown to, and uncurable by, medical science martialnessThe quality of being martial or warlike.martinetishLike a martinet; imposing strict discipline.martinetism(dated) The principles or practices of a martinet; strict following to discipline, order etc.martingalesplural of martingale martyrologeObsolete spelling of martyrology (“catalogue of martyrs”).martyrologyThe study of martyrs and martyrdom; the names and stories of martyrs, particularly marvelouslyAlternative form of marvellously.mascularity(rare) Synonym of masculinity.masculationMaking masculine; giving male characteristics.masculinazi(derogatory, rare) A person who is aggressively masculinist.masculinelyIn a masculine manner.masculiniseNon-Oxford British English standard spelling of masculinize.masculinismAn ideology of masculinity or of male rights; considered as opposed to feminism.masculinistRelating to or in accordance with masculinism.masculinityThe degree or property of being masculine or manly; manliness.masculinize(transitive) To make masculine; to give typically male characteristics.masdevalliaAny orchid in the genus Masdevallia, whose species (approximately 500 or 600 depending on circumscription) have flowers of extremely diverse appearance.mashabilityThe condition of being mashable mashrabiyya(architecture) A balcony in North Africa enclosed with carved wooden latticework.maskability(computing) Quality of being maskable.maskelynite(mineralogy) A glassy phase found in some meteorites and impact craters, typically similar in composition to plagioclase feldspar.maskinongesplural of maskinonge masochisticDeriving (especially sexual) pleasure from abuse, being punished, or dominated.masonicallyIn a masonic way.masonrylikeResembling or characteristic of masonry.masqueradedsimple past and past participle of masquerade masqueraderOne who masquerades; a person wearing a mask or disguise.masqueradesplural of masquerade massageableCapable of being massaged.massagelikeResembling or characteristic of massage.massaginglyBy means of massage; so as to produce a massaging effect.massasaugasplural of massasauga massaulcheeAlternative form of mussaulchee.masseterine(anatomy) masseteric massetolideAny of a family of cyclic lipopeptide antibiotics produced by strains of Pseudomonas massivenessThe property of being massive.mastectomeeSomeone who has undergone a mastectomy.masterbatchA solid product (normally of plastic, rubber, or elastomer) in which pigments or additives are optimally dispersed at high concentration in a carrier material. The carrier material is compatible with the main plastic in which it will be blended during molding, whereby the final plastic product obtains the color or properties from the masterbatch.masterbatedMisspelling of masturbated.masterbatesMisspelling of masturbates.masterbrand(marketing) An overarching brand on which a range of products or services are based.masterclassAlternative form of master class.masterfullyIn a masterful manner; in an extremely confident and competent manner.mastergroup(telecommunications) A group of supergroups.masteringlycompellingly mastermindsplural of mastermind masterpieceA piece of work that has been given much critical praise, especially one that is considered the greatest work of a person's career.masterplansplural of masterplan masterpoint(bridge) One of the points awarded by various bridge organisations for success in tournaments.mastershipsplural of mastership mastersmithmaster blacksmith masterworksplural of masterwork mastheadingpresent participle and gerund of masthead masticatingpresent participle and gerund of masticate mastication(physiology) The process of chewing.masticatoryOf, or relating to mastication.mastigonemeOne of the lateral "hairs" found covering the flagella of heterokont and cryptophyte algae, believed to assist in locomotion.mastocytomaA tumor consisting of mastocytes, commonly found in animals.mastodonianOf, related to, or characteristic of a mastodon; large; powerful.mastodonticOf, or pertaining to, the mastodont mastodonton(obsolete) mastodon, mastodont.mastofaunalRelating to mastofauna mastography(medicine) Synonym of mammography.mastoiditis(pathology) An inflammation of the mastoid process of the temporal bone.mastologistSomeone who studies mastology.mastopathicRelating to mastopathy.mastoplasia(medicine) A medical condition wherein the breast tissue thickens.mastoplasty(surgery) Plastic surgery of a breast to alter its shape or size.mastoptosisptosis; breast sagging mastrevirusAny ssDNA virus, of the genus Mastrevirus, that infects plants masturbatedsimple past and past participle of masturbate masturbaterAlternative form of masturbator.masturbatesthird-person singular simple present indicative of masturbate masturbatic(archaic) masturbatory masturbator(sometimes derogatory) Someone who masturbates.matchlesslyIn a matchless manner.matchmaking(business) A service aiming to bring together sellers and buyers or potential partners.matchpointsplural of matchpoint matchwinner(sports, especially in cricket) A player whose skill enables their team to win matches.mateotechny(obsolete) Any unprofitable scheme.materialiseNon-Oxford British English standard spelling of materialize.materialismConstant concern over material possessions and wealth; a great or excessive regard for worldly concerns.materialistSomeone who is materialistic, concerned only with material possessions.materialityThe quality of being material; having a physical existence.materialize(transitive) To cause to take physical form, or to cause an object to appear.materiarian(obsolete) A materialist; one who believes only in physical matter, or the material world.materiation(obsolete) The act of creating matter; materialization materiologyStudy of material culture.materiomics(physics) The study of the properties of materials at all scales maternaliseAlternative spelling of maternalize.maternalismThe treatment of people in a motherly manner, especially by caring for them as a mother would care for her children.maternalistA supporter of maternalism.maternalityThe quality of being maternal.maternalize(transitive) To make maternal.maternitiesplural of maternity mathemateseThe jargon associated with mathematics.mathematickObsolete form of mathematic.mathematicsAn abstract representational system studying numbers, shapes, structures, quantitative change and relationships between them.mathematiseAlternative spelling of mathematize.mathematize(transitive) To describe in terms of a mathematical equation.mathophobia(informal) An aversion to mathematics.matitudinal(formal or literary) Synonym of matutinal.matrescenceThe process of becoming (and coming to inhabit the role of) a mother.matriarchalGoverned by (or as if by) a matriarch.matriculandAlternative spelling of matriculant.matriculantA person who has matriculated or been registered on a list or roll, usually at a school.matriculash(Oxford University slang, modern, humorous) The large-scale session of heavy drinking that ensues following matriculation.matriculate(transitive) To enroll as a member of a body, especially of a college or university.matriglycan(biochemistry) A glycan that links dystroglycan to the basement membrane matrilineal(anthropology) Tracing descent only through female ancestors.matrilinearAlternative form of matrilineal.matrilinialAlternative form of matrilineal.matrimoiety(anthropology) A descent group coming from the mother's side.matrimonialOf, or having to do with matrimony and marriage.matrimoniesplural of matrimony matrisexualsexually attracted to one's mother matrixlysisThe chemical lysis of biological matrix matroclinicSynonym of matroclinous.matronizingpresent participle and gerund of matronize matronymicsplural of matronymic matrophobia(feminism) The fear of becoming like one's mother.matrotrophyA form of development in which the embryo is supplied with additional nutrition from the mother (e.g. through a placenta).mattagamite(mineralogy) An orthorhombic-dipyramidal violet mineral containing cobalt and tellurium.matterative(obsolete) Having the nature of or containing matter or pus matterwavesplural of matterwave matteuccite(mineralogy) A monoclinic-domatic colorless mineral containing hydrogen, oxygen, sodium, and sulfur.matteucinol(organic chemistry) The compound (2S)-5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-6,8-dimethyl-2,3-dihydrochromen-4-one that induces apoptosis maturationsplural of maturation maturescentApproaching maturity or ripeness.matutinallyIn the early morning.maudlinnessThe quality of being maudlin.maudlinwortThe oxeye daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare).mauritianin(biochemistry) A natural product: kaempferol 3-O-(2,6-di-O-alpha-L-rhamnopyranosyl)-beta-D-galactopyranoside maurocalcinAlternative form of maurocalcine.mauvaniline(obsolete) mauveine maverickish(informal) Characteristic of a maverick.maverickismindependent and unconventional behaviour mavoglurantAn experimental drug candidate for the treatment of fragile X syndrome.mavrodaphneA dark sweet Greek red wine.mawkishnessThe property of being mawkish.maxillariesplural of maxillary maxilliform(dated) Having the form, or structure, of a maxilla.maxillipedeAlternative form of maxilliped.maximalistsplural of maximalist maximaphily(philately) A branch of philately involving the study and creation of maximum cards.maximisableAlternative spelling of maximizable.maximizable(chiefly graphical user interface) That can be maximized.maxiscooterA large motorcycle with a step-through frame.mayntenanceObsolete form of maintenance.mayonnaisedFlavoured or topped with mayonnaise.mayonnaisesplural of mayonnaise mayonnaiseyResembling mayonnaise; mayonnaiselike.mayoraltiesplural of mayoralty mazapertineAn antipsychotic drug.mazurkalikeResembling or characteristic of a mazurka.mazzettiite(mineralogy) An orthorhombic light gray mineral containing antimony, lead, mercury, silver, and tellurium.mcalpineite(mineralogy) An isometric mineral containing copper, hydrogen, oxygen, and tellurium.mcauslanite(mineralogy) A triclinic-pedial mineral containing aluminum, fluorine, hydrogen, iron, oxygen, and phosphorus.mcbirneyite(mineralogy) A copper-oxygen-vanadium mineral.mcgovernite(mineralogy) A trigonal-hexagonal scalenohedral mineral containing arsenic, hydrogen, magnesium, manganese, oxygen, silicon, and zinc.mckelveyite(mineralogy) A particular hydrated carbonate mineral.meadowgrassAlternative form of meadow grass.meadowlandsplural of meadowland meadowlarksplural of meadowlark meadowscapeA landscape of meadows.meadowsweetA Eurasian perennial flowering plant of Rosaceae family, Filipendula ulmaria.meanderingsplural of meandering meanderthal(slang, derogatory) An aimless, slow-moving person.meaninglessLacking meaning.meaningness(chiefly philosophy) Quality of having a meaning; meaningfulness.measleslikeResembling or characteristic of measles.measurationmeasurement; mensuration measureableMisspelling of measurable.measurebate(slang) To focus excessively on technical specifications (of a camera or other electronic device).measurelessNot measured because it is so large that it is difficult or impossible to do so.measurementThe act of measuring.measuringlySo as to measure or evaluate.meatatarianA person who exclusively or predominantly eats meat.meatgrinderA device for cutting meat into very small pieces.meatoplasty(surgery) Repair of the meatus meatoscopicRelating to meatoscopy.meatpacking(US) The slaughter and further processing of animals for meat.mebendazoleA benzimidazole drug used to treat infestations by worms.mebenzonium(organic chemistry, especially in combination) The quaternary ammonium cation 4,4'-methylene bis, N,N,N-trimethylcyclohexanaminium mebhydrolinA particular antihistamine drug.mecarbinateAn antihypertensive drug.mecarbinzidA particular fungicide.mecetronium(organic chemistry) The quaternary ammonium cation ethyl-hexadecyl-dimethylazanium mechanicalsplural of mechanical mechanicianOne skilled in the theory or construction of machines.mechanicism(philosophy) Synonym of mechanism (“theory that all natural phenomena can be explained by physical causes”).mechanicizeDated form of mechanize.mechanisersplural of mechaniser mechanismicOf or relating to a mechanism.mechanisticHaving the impersonal and automatic characteristics of a machine.mechanizersplural of mechanizer mechanizingpresent participle and gerund of mechanize mechanocyte(cytology) A fibroblast grown in tissue culture mechanogramA graphical representation of mechanical activity (typically of the heart)mechanologyThe study of machines or mechanics.mechanomicsThe study or use of mechanomes mechanosome(biology) A hypothetical structure, in cells, responsible for mechanotransduction mechanotypemechanical phenotype mechaphiliaa sexual desire for a mechanical inanimate object.mechatronicOf or relating to mechatronics.meclobemideMisspelling of moclobemide.mecloxamineAn antimuscarinic drug.mecobalaminmethylcobalamin mecopteransplural of mecopteran mecopteroidAny scorpionfly of the superorder Mecopterida.mecopterousOf or pertaining to the mecopterans (scorpionflies, order Mecoptera).medallionedWearing a medallion (item of jewellery).medetomidinAlternative form of medetomidine.medevackingpresent participle and gerund of medevac mediaevally(Commonwealth) Alternative spelling of medievally.medialwards(anatomy) Synonym of medialward.mediamakingThe relationship between the world and the media and the way they each influence one another.mediaperson(chiefly India) A member of the media.mediasation(British spelling) Alternative spelling of mediazation.mediasphere(journalism) The collective ecology of the world's media, including newspapers, journals, television, radio, books, novels, advertising, press releases, publicity and the blogosphere; any and all media both broadcast and published.mediastinal(anatomy) Relating to the mediastinum.mediastinicSynonym of mediastinal.mediastinum(anatomy) The region in mammals between the pleural sacs, containing the heart and all of the thoracic viscera except the lungs.mediatenessThe state of being mediate.mediatinglySo as to mediate.mediationalOf or pertaining to mediation mediativelyIn a mediative manner.mediatizingpresent participle and gerund of mediatize mediatorialRelating to or befitting a mediator (one who mediates).mediazationThe increasing importance of broadcast and other rapid communications media relative to traditional means of communication.medicalizesthird-person singular simple present indicative of medicalize medicamentsplural of medicament medicationsplural of medication medicinable(obsolete) Medicinal; having healing properties.medicinallyIn a medicinal manner.medicolegalOf, or pertaining to, both medicine and law, as for example with the legal implications of a medical decision (such as when to stop attempting resuscitation, or when not to prescribe a certain medication or surgery.medicomaniaAn obsession with medical treatment.medicomoralRelating to the moral aspects of medical treatment.medidesmineA particular steroid glycoside.medievaldomThe medieval condition or state; medievalness.medievaliseAlternative form of medievalize.medievalish(informal) Somewhat medieval; suggesting a medieval setting.medievalismThe state of being medieval.medievalistOne who studies the culture and history of the Middle Ages.medievalityThe quality of being medieval.medievalize(transitive) To make medieval.medievaloidHaving the likeness of the Middle Ages.mediglacial(geology) Between two glaciers.medioapical(anatomy) medial and apical mediocarpal(anatomy) In the middle of the carpal region.mediocaudal(anatomy) In the middle of a caudal region mediocrally(rare) In a mediocral manner.mediodistal(anatomy) medial and distal mediodorsal(anatomy) Both medial and dorsal mediologistA proponent or student of mediology.medioseptalmedial and septal mediotarsal(anatomy) In the middle of the tarsal region.medisectionsurgical incision in the median line meditationsplural of meditation mediumisticOf or pertaining to mediums (people claiming to contact the dead); relating to or having the ability to communicate with spirits.medivackingpresent participle and gerund of medivac medrylamineA histamine 1 receptor antagonist.medullationformation of medullated fiber medusavirus(virology) A giant virus infecting amoebae causing them to shrivel and harden.medvedevite(mineralogy) A red monoclinic mineral with the chemical formula KMn2+2V2O6Cl·2H2O meerassidarAlternative form of mirasidar.meerschaumsplural of meerschaum meetingitis(informal) An excessive propensity to hold unnecessary meetings.meetinglessWithout meetings.meetinglike(rare) Resembling or characteristic of a meeting.megabenthicRelating to the megabenthos megabenthosdeep-sea megafauna megabillion(informal) A great number of billions.megabladder(pathology) An abnormally enlarged urinary bladder megabreccia(geology) A very large breccia megacalorie(physics) A non-SI unit of energy equal to 1,000,000 calories (small calories).megacandela(metrology) An SI unit of luminous intensity equal to 10⁶ candelas. Symbol: Mcd megacarrierA very large certified airline.megacastingA manufacturing technique using very large moulds to make very large single piece moulded components megacephalymacrencephaly megachannelA very large channel megacheiran(zoology) Any arthropod with a relatively large appendage megacluster(astronomy) A group of superclusters megacompanyA very large company.megacomplexA very large complex of buildings megacoulombA unit equal to a million coulombs.megacyclite(mineralogy) A monoclinic-prismatic mineral containing hydrogen, oxygen, potassium, silicon, and sodium.megadecibelA measure of sound intensity, one million decibels.megadiverse(chiefly ecology) Exhibiting great diversity, especially great biodiversity.megadontismSynonym of macrodontia (“condition of having unusually large teeth”).megadrought(climatology) A drought lasting for decades or centuries.megafactory(colloquial) A large high production battery plant megafinanceHigh finance: finance involving very large scales and sums of money megafortuneA fortune of an amount in the millions.megagenomic(genetics) Relating to megagenomes or to megagenomics megagnathiamacrognathia megahabitat(ecology) A very large habitat, typically in the deep sea megahistoryAn extreme form of macrohistory, dealing with particularly large cultures over very long periods of time.megajournal(sciences, publishing) An online academic journal that focuses on publishing articles in large quantities and reduces the role of peer review in article acceptance.megaladapid(zoology) Any extinct lemur in the family Megaladapidae.megalithismThe culture surrounding the building of megaliths.megaloblastAn abnormally large red blood cell associated with pernicious anemia and with folic acid deficiency.megalographA camera lucida that uses images from kaleidoscopes or microscopes megalomaniaA psychopathological condition characterized by delusional fantasies of wealth, power, or omnipotence.megalomanicAfflicted by megalomania.megalopenisThe condition of having an abnormally large penis; macropenis megalopolisA large conurbation, where two or more large cities have sprawled outward to meet, forming something larger than a normal metropolis.megalopygid(zoology) Any moth in the family Megalopygidae.megalosaursplural of megalosaur megaloscopeA type of speculum that magnifies the orifice.megalovirusMisspelling of cytomegalovirus.megamachineA very large or powerful machine (or computer).megamansionA very large mansion.megamerinid(zoology) Any member of the Megamerinidae.megamillion(informal) A great number of millions.megamusical(informal, theater) A particularly elaborate or successful musical.meganeuriteA swollen neuron that stores ganglioside meganucleusmacronucleus megaparsecsplural of megaparsec megapascalsplural of megapascal megaphallusAn abnormally large penis; macropenis megaphonistSomeone who uses a megaphone.megaplasmidA very large bacterial plasmid megaplasticParticles or pieces of waste plastic above 50 cm (19.69 in) in size, a common marine pollutant.megapolitanOf or pertaining to a megapolis (“a very large city or urban complex”).megapopular(informal) Extremely popular.megaprepuce(medicine) Pathological preputial enlargement.megaprojectA very large public investment project, especially one costing more than one billion US dollars.megaprotein(biochemistry) An extremely large protein.megaseismicOf or relating to a megaseism.megasellingSelling millions of units.megaserviceA large and complex service (economic activity).megasiemensOne million siemens.megasigmoid(medicine) Abnormal enlargement of the sigmoid colon.megasocietyA very large-scale society.megastardomThe state of someone acknowledged as a megastar.megasthenic(zoology, archaic) Having a typically large size; belonging to the Megasthenes, in former taxonomic classifications.megatherialRelating to, or characteristic of any member of the genus megatherium megatherianRelating to, or characteristic of a megatherium megatheriid(zoology) Any in the family Megatheriidae of ground sloths.megatheriumA ground sloth of the extinct genus Megatherium, esp. the megathere megathermal(of a climate) Having relatively high temperatures throughout the year megathermicRelating to megatherms megatheroid(paleontology) One of a family of extinct edentates found in America, including the megatherium and the megalonyx, among others.megatonnageThe destructive power of an explosive, measured in megatons.megatoothedHaving large teeth, but especially of the megalodons megatragedyA huge tragedy.megatsunami(oceanography) An extremely large tsunami-like wave caused by an avalanche or landslide displacing large amounts of water very quickly.megavariateHaving very many variables megaviscera(pathology) enlargement of the viscera, typically leading to an obstruction megavitaminInvolving megadoses of vitamins.megavoltageA voltage in the region of millions of volts.megawattageAn amount of power expressed in megawatts.megawealthy(informal) Extremely wealthy.megisthanid(zoology) Any mite in the family Megisthanidae.meglitinide(organic chemistry, pharmacology) Any of a class of drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes.megohmmeterAn instrument that measures extremely high resistances, in megaohms.meibographyimaging of the meibomian glands meiobenthicRelating to the meiobenthos.meiobenthos(ecology) A group of marine or freshwater benthic organisms that are intermediate in terms of size between macrobenthos and microbenthos, and which can pass through a 1 mm sieve, but are retained by a 45 μm sieve.meiogenesis(biology) Causation of meiosis.meioticallyPertaining to, or during, meiosis.mekosuchineAny extinct crocodile of the subfamily Mekosuchinae melacacidin(organic chemistry) A particular leucoanthocyanidin compound.meladrazineA drug used in urology as an antispasmodic.melainotypeA ferrotype or tintype.melampodium(botany) Any plant of the genus Melampodium.melampolide(organic chemistry) Any of a class of organic compounds found in Melampodium and related plants.melampyrite(chemistry, obsolete) galactitol melanagogue(medicine, obsolete) A medicine supposed to expel black bile or choler.melanaphoreMisspelling of melanophore.melancholiaDeep sadness or gloom; melancholy melancholicFilled with or affected by melancholy—great sadness or depression, especially of a thoughtful or introspective nature.melancholieObsolete form of melancholy.melanchollyObsolete spelling of melancholy.melaninlikeResembling or characteristic of melanin.melanoblastThe precursor cell of a melanocyte.melanocetid(zoology) Any fish in the family Melanocetidae.melanocytesplural of melanocyte melanocyticOf or pertaining to melanocytes.melanoderma(pathology) An unusual darkening of the skin.melanogenicThat produces melanin melanogogueAlternative form of melanagogue.melanophageA phagocyte that engulfs melanin melanophagyThe loss (by "eating away") of melanin melanophore(biology) A cell containing melanin or other black pigment, such as are found in fish, amphibians, and reptiles melanoplineAny grasshopper of the subfamily Melanoplinae melanosomalrelating to, or containing melanosomes melanosomesplural of melanosome melanosperm(archaic) An alga of any kind that produces blackish spores, or seed dust.melanotrophA cell in the pituitary gland that generates melanocyte-stimulating hormone from its precursor proopiomelanocortin.melanterite(mineralogy) a widespread green, mostly fibrous mineral composed of hydrated ferrous sulphate melarsomine(veterinary medicine, pharmacology) melaminylthioarsenate, a trypanocidal agent melarsoprol(pharmacology) An organic arsenic compound, C₁₂H₁₅AsN₆OS₂, administered intravenously to treat late-stage African trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness).melastatineAlternative form of melastatin.meleagridid(zoology) Any bird in the family Meleagrididae, now considered to be the phasianid subfamily Meleagridinae, the turkeys.melibiuloseA disaccharide formed from fructose and galactose, similar to melibiose.melilititicOf or relating to the mineral melilite.melioidosis(pathology) An infectious disease caused by the bacterium Burkholderia pseudomallei, endemic to some areas of Southeast Asia and northern Australia.melioidoticRelating to melioidosis.melioratingpresent participle and gerund of meliorate meliorationArchaic form of amelioration.meliorative(rare) That meliorates; curative, improving, salutary.melioristicOf or related to meliorism, the belief that the world can be made better through human efforts.meliphagousOf an animal, that feeds on honey or nectar.meliphanite(mineralogy) A tetragonal-disphenoidal mineral containing aluminum, beryllium, calcium, fluorine, hydrogen, oxygen, silicon, and sodium.melissylene(chemistry) melene melittologyThe study of bees melittoside(organic chemistry) An iridoid found in the leaves and fruits of Clerodendrum colebrokianum.mellaginousOf, pertaining to, or resembling honey melliferous(botany) Of a plant or its parts: bearing any substance (such as nectar or pollen) which is collected by bees to produce honey.mellifluousFlowing like honey.mellifulousMisspelling of mellifluous.melligenous(archaic) Having the qualities of honey.mellismaticMisspelling of melismatic.mellisonant(rare) sweet-sounding; mellifluous mellophonesplural of mellophone mellowcremeA sweet syrup made from corn syrup, honey and sugar, used in confectionery.mellowinglySo as to mellow.mellowspeak(derogatory) bland, nonjudgmental, feel-good language melodeonistSomeone who plays a melodeon.melodicallyIn a melodic manner.melodiouslyIn a melodious manner.melographic(dated, of a musical instrument) Capable of producing a written transcription of any music played upon it.melolonthid(zoology) Any beetle of the subfamily Melolonthinae.melongosideA particular steroid glycoside.melongrowerA person or company that grows melons.meloplasticOf or pertaining to meloplasty.melpomenishTragic; relating to tragedy in a literary or theatrical work.meltabilityThe state or quality of being meltable.meltingnessThe property of melting or seeming to melt.membershipsplural of membership membranellaA membranelle.membranelleOne of a set of structures found around the mouth, or cytostome, in ciliate protists, and from which the cilia emerge.membraneousAlternative form of membranous.membranizedThat have developed a membrane memcomputer(computing) A computer that has very fast (even instantaneous) access to memory memductance(physics) Electrical conductance that varies according to the history of electric current that has flowed through a device meminductor(physics) A passive nonlinear electrical element that exhibits meminductance memoiristicIn the style of a memoir.memoisation(British spelling) Alternative spelling of memoization.memoization(computer science) A technique in which partial results are recorded (forming a memo) and then can be re-used later without having to recompute them.memorabilia(originally US) Objects that are connected to or remind their owner of past events.memorandize(ambitransitive) To make a memorandum of (something).memorandumsplural of memorandum memorialiseNon-Oxford British English standard spelling of memorialize.memorialistA writer of memorials.memorialize(transitive) To provide a memorial for someone; to commemorate.memorisableAlternative form of memorizable.memorizableThat may be memorized.memristance(physics) Electrical resistance that varies according to the history of electric charge that has flowed through a device menaccanite(mineralogy) A black or steel-grey mineral consisting chiefly of the oxides of iron and titanium.menaquinone(biochemistry, pharmacology) A pale yellow crystalline naphthoquinone C₄₁H₅₆O₂ that is obtained especially from putrefied fish meal and produced by bacteria in the large intestine and essential for the blood-clotting process. It is much more unsaturated than vitamin K₁ and slightly less active biologically, and is an isoprenoid derivative of menadione.menavelingsAlternative form of manavelins.mendacitiesplural of mendacity mendelevate(chemistry) An anion of mendelevium.mendelevium(chemistry) A radioactive metallic transuranic chemical element (symbol Md) with atomic number 101, which is artificially produced in a particle accelerator.mendication(archaic) The act or practice of begging; beggary.meneghinite(mineralogy) A blackish-grey orthorhombic sulfosalt mineral.mengenillidAny fly of the family Mengenillidae meningeallyIn a meningeal manner meningiomalRelating to meningiomas meningiomasplural of meningioma meningiosisAlternative form of meningitis.meningismusAlternative form of meningism.meningocele(pathology) A form of spina bifida in which a meningeal sac of cerebrospinal fluid protrudes through the skull.menisciformShaped like a crescent moon.meniscocyteSynonym of sickle cell.meniscotomy(surgery) incision of the meniscus (typically of the knee)menisperine(organic chemistry) An aporphine alkaloid isolated from a menispermaceous plant of Japan.menisperminAlternative form of menispermine.menologicalOf or related to a menologium in its various senses.menoporsche(countable, informal) A sports car bought by a man during a mid-life crisis.menoquinoneMisspelling of menaquinone.menorrhagiaExcessive menstrual flow but regularly timed.menorrhagicExhibiting or relating to menorrhagia.menostation(medicine, archaic, rare) menostasis menotrophinAlternative form of menotropin.menschinessThe quality of being menschy.menservantsplural of manservant menstrationMisspelling of menstruation.menstruallyIn a menstrual manner; in terms of the menses.menstruatedsimple past and past participle of menstruate menstruaterAlternative form of menstruator.menstruatorA person who menstruates.mensuralism(music) European system(s) of musical notation, in use in different forms from c.1260 to c.1600, in which each note was given an exact time value mensuralist(music) Of or pertaining to mensuralism.mensurationThe act or process of measuring; measurement.mensurativeRelating to mensuration or measurement.mentalisticOf or relating to mentalism or mentalists.mentalitiesplural of mentality mentalizingpresent participle and gerund of mentalize menthaceous(botany) mint-like (of genus Mentha, tribe Mentheae, or the obsolete family Menthaceae).menthofuran(organic chemistry) The bicyclic monoterpenoid 3,6-dimethyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-1-benzofuran mentholatedImpregnated with menthol.mentiferous(archaic) Conveying thought; telepathic.mentionableImportant or worthy of note.mentionitis(humorous) A notional illness which causes someone to frequently mention a person they are in love with.mentionlessWithout a mention; unmentioned.mentolabial(anatomy) Relating to the chin and the lips mentonniereAlternative form of mentonnière.mentoplasty(surgery) Plastic surgery of the chin to alter its size or shape.mentoriallyIn a mentorial manner; as or like a mentor.mentorshipsplural of mentorship mepanipyrimA particular fungicide.mepartricinAn antibiotic.mepenzolateAn antimuscarinic drug.meperidinesplural of meperidine mephenytoin(pharmacology) An anticonvulsant drug C₁₂H₁₄N₂O₂.mepiprazole(pharmacology) A phenylpiperazine tranquilizer.mepivacaine(pharmacology) A local anesthetic derived from piperidine and similar in structure and action to lidocaine, usually given by injection as the hydrochloride; (1-methyl-2-piperidyl)formo-2′,6′-xylidide, C₁₅H₂₂N₂O.mepivicaineMisspelling of mepivacaine.mepolizumab(pharmacology) A humanized monoclonal antibody that recognizes interleukin-5 and is used to treat certain kinds of asthma and white blood cell diseases.meprobamate(pharmacology) A carbamate derivative used as an anxiolytic (anxiety-reducing) drug.meprylcaine(pharmacology) A local anesthetic.mequitazineA particular antihistamine drug.merallurideA mercurial diuretic.merangiotic(ophthalmology) Having blood vessels localized to a specific region of the retina.mercapturic(biochemistry) Related to a mercapturic acid or its derivative mercatorialRelating to merchants or traders.mercatorismThe tendency of transnational commerce to operate outside any system of national laws, making use, instead, of a system of arbitration.mercenarian(obsolete) A mercenary.mercenariesplural of mercenary mercenarilyIn a mercenary way, for selfish reason of profit or gain.mercenarismThe activities of a mercenary; involvement in conflict for private gain.merchandise(uncountable) Goods which are or were offered or intended for sale.merchandize(US) Uncommon spelling of merchandise.merchantess(obsolete) Synonym of merchantwoman.merchantile(dated) Alternative spelling of mercantile.merchantishResembling or characteristic of a merchant.merchantmanSynonym of merchant ship.merchantmenplural of merchantman mercifixion(uncommon) The process of mercifying. (Now usually in reference to the treatment of Shylock in The Merchant of Venice.)mercilesslyIn a merciless manner.mercreatureA creature of the sea, especially one which is mythical.mercuhydrinSynonym of meralluride.mercuriallyIn a mercurial manner.mercuricals(medicine) Medicines made from mercury, generally used for purgative purposes from the 17th to the 19th century in European and American medicine.mercurifiedsimple past and past participle of mercurify mercurophenThe germicide sodium oxymercury orthonitrophenolate.mercurylessLacking mercury.merdaughter(fantasy) A mermaid daughter.merdivorousDung-eating, coprophagous.merdurinous(archaic, rare) Consisting of excrement and urine.mereheadite(mineralogy) A monoclinic-prismatic mineral containing chlorine, hydrogen, lead, and oxygen.mereiterite(mineralogy) A monoclinic-prismatic pale yellow mineral containing hydrogen, iron, oxygen, potassium, and sulfur.mereletinibThe drug osimertinib.merenskyite(mineralogy) A trigonal-ditrigonal pyramidal white mineral containing bismuth, palladium, platinum, and tellurium.mereologistOne who studies mereology.meridamycin(organic chemistry) A macrolide present in Streptomyces hygroscopicus meridionalsplural of meridional merimepodibA particular antiviral drug.meristemoid(biology) A small, triangular stomatal precursor cell that functions temporarily as a stem cell in a meristem.meristodermA meristem layer on the surface of brown algae.meritednessThe state or condition of being merited; deservedness.merithallus(dated, botany) An internode.meritlesslyIn a meritless fashion.meritmonger(obsolete) One who depends on merit for salvation.meritocracyRule by merit and talent.meritocratsplural of meritocrat meritoriousDeserving of merit or commendation; deserving reward.mermaidcore(neologism) An aesthetic focusing on imagery and fashion related to mermaids.mermaidlikeResembling or characteristic of a mermaid.merobenthicPartially benthic meroblastic(of a fertilized egg) that undergoes only partial cleavage merochlorinAny of a class of meroterpenoid antibiotics produced by Streptomyces merocyanine(organic chemistry) Any of a class of fluorescent dyes, some of which are notable for their solvatochromatic properties.merodiploid(genetics) Partially diploid (having a second copy of only part of its genome)merogenesis(biology) reproduction by segmentation merogeneticRelating to merogenesis.merohedrism(crystallography) merohedry meromorphic(complex analysis, of a function) That is the ratio of two holomorphic functions (and so possibly infinite at a discrete set of points).meromycolic(organic chemistry) Related to a meromycolic acid or its derivatives meropoditicOf or relating to meropodites.merorganize(transitive) To organize partially.meroterpene(organic chemistry) Any compound, including many natural products, having a partial terpenoid structure merovoltine(biology) having a brood or generation once every three or more years merprincess(fantasy) A mermaid who is a princess.merrihueite(mineralogy) A hexagonal-dihexagonal dipyramidal greenish blue mineral containing iron, magnesium, oxygen, potassium, silicon, and sodium.merryandrewAlternative spelling of Merry Andrew; clown; buffoon.merrymakersplural of merrymaker merrymakingJoyful festivities, especially as a celebration.merthiolateSynonym of thiomersal.merveilleux(historical) Contemporary names for an extravagantly dressed French fop or ‘fine lady’ of the period of the Directory (1795–1799), who affected a revival of the classical costume of Ancient Greece.mesacanthidAny acanthodian fish of the family Mesacanthidae meseclazoneA nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.mesectodermThe region involved in the separation of mesoderm and ectoderm mesencephalSynonym of mesencephalon.mesenchimalMisspelling of mesenchymal.mesenchymalOf or pertaining to the mesenchyme.mesendoderm(embryology) An embryonic tissue layer which differentiates into mesoderm and endoderm mesenphalicMisspelling of mesencephalic.mesenterialSynonym of mesenteric.mesenterickObsolete form of mesenteric.mesenteriesplural of mesentery mesenterium(anatomy) The mesentery.mesepimeronThe epimeron of the mesothorax of an insect meshrabiyeh(architecture) The latticed projecting windows of private houses, in Islamic architecture.meshugganerAlternative form of meshuggener.meshuggenahAlternative form of meshuggener.meshuggenehAlternative form of meshuggener.mesioapical(dentistry, prosthodontics) Of or relating to the mesial and the apical surfaces of a tooth.mesiobuccal(dentistry) Of or relating to the mesial and the buccal surfaces of a tooth.mesioclusalAlternative spelling of mesio-occlusal.mesiodistal(dentistry) Of or relating to the mesial and distal surfaces of a tooth mesiodorsal(anatomy) mesial and dorsal mesiofacial(dentistry) Of, pertaining to or connecting the mesial and facial surfaces of a tooth.mesiolabialRelating to the mesial and labial surfaces of a tooth mesiopulpal(dentistry) mesial and pulpal mesitylenicRelating to mesitylene.mesmerisingpresent participle and gerund of mesmerise mesmerizersplural of mesmerizer mesmerizingpresent participle and gerund of mesmerize mesobasallyIn a mesobasal manner or direction mesobenthicPartially benthic and partially free-swimming mesoblastic(biology) of, relating to, or resembling the mesoblast mesobrowser(biology) A medium-sized browser (animal that browses)mesocardiacNear the middle of the heart (or, especially, the cardiac stomach of an invertebrate)mesocardial(anatomy) Relating to the mesocardium mesocardium(anatomy) The structure of splanchnic mesoderm that supports the embryonic heart in the pericardial cavity. In the adult, it refers to any one of two tube-like prolongations of the epicardium. One encloses the aorta and pulmonary trunk and the second all pulmonary veins.mesocephalyThe property of being mesocephalic.mesochannelA channel, between two others, used as a heat exchanger mesochronicBased upon time averages of observed phenomena mesoclimateA climate (typically of a vineyard) that is larger than a microclimate mesoclusterA mesoscale cluster mesocolonicRelating to the mesocolon.mesocotylarRelating to the mesocotyl.mesocranialIn the middle of the cranium mesocrystalAn ordered aggregate of similarly-sized crystals mesocuticle(biology) a layer of tissue between the exocuticle and endocuticle in some arthropods mesocycloneAn area of vertical atmospheric rotation in supercell thunderstorms, which signals the threat of a possible tornado.mesoendemic(medicine) Having some transmission in an area mesofemoralRelating to a mesofemur mesofluidicOf, pertaining to, or using mesofluidics mesofosetteA depression in a tooth mesofrontal(anatomy) In the middle and at the front mesogastralAlternative form of mesogastric.mesogastric(anatomy) Of or pertaining to the middle region of the abdomen, or of the stomach.mesogranule(astronomy) A medium-sized structure in solar granulation mesohabitat(ecology) A medium-sized habitat mesojejunalOf or pertaining to the middle of the jejunum.mesokinesisCranial kinesis involving jointing that is more rostral in the skull than in metakinesis.mesokineticRelating to mesokinesis.mesolateralAlternative form of mesiolateral.mesolimnionThe layer of a lake between the monimolimnion and mixolimnion.mesolingual(anatomy) Relating to, or situated in the middle of the tongue mesologicalRelating to mesology.mesolophuleA small mesoloph mesometrialRelating to the mesometrium mesometrium(anatomy) The mesentery of the uterus, a major part of the broad ligament.mesomorphicOf or pertaining to a mesomorph.mesomphalicOf ancient pottery such as paterae: having a bulbous indentation in the underside to allow it to be held more easily.mesomyarianAny sea anemone of the subinfraorder Mesomyaria mesomyodian(obsolete, zoology) Any bird with a mesomyodous larynx, formerly classified un the superfamily Mesomyodi.mesomyodous(zoology, rare) Having the intrinsic muscles of the larynx attached to the middle of the semirings.mesonephricOf or pertaining to the mesonephros.mesonephroiplural of mesonephros mesonephros(biology) The second of the three excretory organs of the developing embryo; the Wolffian body.mesonetworkA mesoscale network mesonivirusAny RNA virus of the family Mesoniviridae.mesonychianAny of several extinct carnivorous mammals of the order Mesonychia.mesopallialRelating to a mesopallium mesopallium(anatomy) The middle part of the pallium mesopelagicA mesopelagic fish mesophalanx(anatomy) An intermediate phalanx (bone)mesopharynx(anatomy, rare) The oropharynx.mesophilousSynonym of mesophilic.mesophloeum(botany, archaic) cortex mesophyllic(botany) Of or pertaining to the mesophyll of a leaf mesophyllum(botany) The parenchyma of a leaf between the skin of the two surfaces mesophylousMisspelling of mesophilous.mesophytismThe condition of being a mesophyte.mesoplasticparticles of plastic found especially in the marine environment (typically about 10 mm)mesopleuralRelating to the mesopleuron.mesopleuronThe lateral surface of the mesothorax mesoplodontAny whale of the genus Mesoplodon.mesopontine(anatomy) An area of tissue at the junction of the mesencephalon and the pons.mesopsammic(rare, ecology) Of or pertaining to the interstitial spaces of marine sand.mesopsammonCommunity of small species that live in mesopsammic spaces where water is filtered between grains of sand and fine gravel.mesorostral(zoology) In the middle of the rostrum (beak)mesosalpinx(anatomy) Part of the lining of the abdominal cavity in higher vertebrates, specifically the portion of the broad ligament that stretches from the ovary to the level of the uterine tube.mesoscapula(dated, anatomy) A process from the middle of the scapula in some animals; the spine of the scapula.mesosigmoid(anatomy) The mesentery that attaches the sigmoid colon to the posterior abdominal wall.mesosphericOf or pertaining to the mesosphere.mesosternal(anatomy) Of or pertaining to the mesosternum.mesosternum(anatomy) The middle portion, or body, of the sternum.mesostigmal(botany) In the middle of the stigmata mesosynteny(genetics, biology) The sharing of large chromosomal regions with the same genes without preservation of order across species mesothelial(anatomy) Of or pertaining to the mesothelium mesothelium(biology) A membrane of flat epithelial cells that lines the body cavity of embryos and forms the squamous cells of the peritoneum, pericardium, and pleura mesotherapy(alternative medicine) Any treatment that involves the injection of vitamins or other substances into the mesoderm of the skin mesotheriid(zoology) Any extinct mammal in the family Mesotheriidae.mesothermal(ecology) warm, temperate mesothermic(of a climate) temperate (neither hot nor cold)mesothorium(physics) Certain members of the decay chain of thorium, mainly isotopes of radium and actinium mesotrochal(zoology) Having the middle of the body surrounded by bands of cilia (said of the larvae of certain marine annelids).mesotrophic(biology) describing organisms that inhabit such water mesotrypsin(biochemistry) A trypsin isoform which is resistance to natural trypsin inhibitors mesoventralmesial and ventral mespirenone(pharmacology) A potassium-sparing diuretic.messagelessWithout a message.messagelikeResembling or characteristic of a message.messengeredsimple past and past participle of messenger messengerlyCharacteristic of a messenger.messiahlessWithout a messiah.messiahlikeResembling or characteristic of a messiah.messiahshipHaving the position of, or being ordained by God as messiah.mestanolone(pharmacology) An androgenic steroid.mesterolone(pharmacology) An androgen.mestizationMiscegenation resulting in mestizos.mesulergine(pharmacology) A psychoactive drug.metabarcode(genetics) A piece of DNA identified by means of metabarcoding metabarrierA seismic barrier composed of metamaterial metabiology(biology) The study of biology itself metablastin(biochemistry) A cytosolic phosphoprotein that is involved in cell cycle regulation metabletics(psychology) The psychology of human nature as modified by historical change metabolicalAlternative form of metabolic.metabolisedsimple past and past participle of metabolise metaboliserAlternative form of metabolizer.metabolismsplural of metabolism metabolitesplural of metabolite metaboliticRelating to metabolites.metabolizedsimple past and past participle of metabolize metabolizerAny substance that increases the ability of the body to metabolize a specific class of compound (such as fat).metabolizesthird-person singular simple present indicative of metabolize metabolomicOf or pertaining to metabolomics.metabonomicRelated to or involving metabonomics, the study of biological responses to external stimuli.metabotypicRelating to a metabotype metacarpalsplural of metacarpal metacaspaseAny of a class of arginine/lysine-specific enzymes related to the caspases and paracaspases, and found in plants, fungi, and protists.metacentricOf or pertaining to a metacenter.metacestodeThe larval stage of a tapeworm metachannel(computing) A transmission channel used for event notifications rather than actual data.metachloral(chemistry) A white, amorphous, insoluble substance regarded as a polymeric variety of chloral.metacholineMisspelling of methacholine.metachromic(chemistry) Staining in a tint different from that of the stain being used.metachronalDescribing the wavelike beating of a group of cilia metachronicRelating to metachronism metachrosis(zoology) The ability to change colour by the expansion and contraction of chromatophores metachroticExhibiting or relating to metachrosis.metacluster(genetics) A cluster of metagenomic data metacomedicRelating to metacomedy.metacommand(computing) A command that is not part of the language being written but serves as a directive to the interpreter or compiler.metacommentA comment made about another comment.metacompact(topology) Of a topological space: such that every open cover has a point finite open refinement. That is, given any open cover of the topological space, there is a refinement which is again an open cover with the property that every point is contained only in finitely many sets of the refining cover.metacomplex(organic chemistry) A complex formed in the meta- position metaconceptA presumptive concept necessary for rational deduction or conceptualization.metacontentContent that describes or deals with other content.metacontextAn overarching context; a context within which other contexts can be used.metaconularRelating to a metaconule metacrawler(Internet) An application that searches the Web using existing search engines.metacristid(dentistry) A cristid on the mesial side of the tooth.metacrolein(chemistry) A polymeric modification of acrolein obtained by heating it with caustic potash.metacromialRelating to the metacromion.metacromion(anatomy) A process projecting backward and downward from the acromion of the scapula of some mammals.metacrylateMisspelling of methacrylate.metacrystalA porphyroblast produced by metamorphic recrystallization metacultureAll the universal concepts that are present in all cultures metacycline(pharmacology) A semisynthetic tetracycline antibiotic C₂₂H₂₂N₂O₈ with longer duration of action than most other tetracyclines used in the treatment of gonorrhea especially in penicillin-sensitive subjects and as a precursor in the industrial synthesis of doxycycline.metadataset(computing) A data set composed of metadata.metadynamicRelating to metadynamics metaemotionFeelings (sentiment) about one's feelings (uncountable); a feeling about them (countable).metaestrousBetween the estrous and diestrous periods metaethical(ethics) Of or pertaining to metaethics.metafectene(biochemistry, genetics) A polycationic transfection reagent based on liposome technology metafemoralRelating to the metafemur.metafictionA form of self-referential literature concerned with the art and devices of fiction itself.metafictivemetafictional metagallate(organic chemistry) Any salt of metagallic acid metagastric(zoology) Of or pertaining to the two posterior gastric lobes of the carapace of crabs.metagelatin(photography) A form of gelatin treated so that it remains fluid.metagenesis(biology) The production of sexual and asexual organisms in alternate generations.metageneticRelating to, or produced as a result of metagenesis.metagenomic(genetics) Of or pertaining to metagenomics metagnomicsSynonym of metagnomy.metagnostictranscending current knowledge metagrammar(countable) A formal grammar that describes a set of possible grammars.metagraphicBy or pertaining to metagraphy.metahistoryThe history of history itself.metaigneous(geology) Of or pertaining to a metamorphosed igneous rock.metakinesis(anatomy) Cranial kinesis involving jointing between the dermatocranium and occipital segment.metakineticRelating to metakinesis.metaldehyde(organic chemistry) A cyclic tetramer of acetaldehyde, commonly used as a molluscicide.metalearnerA learner who learns via metalearning metalformerA company that carries out metalforming.metalimnialRelating to a metalimnion.metalimnion(in lakes) A thermocline.metalingualRelating to metalanguage metalithiumA heavy isotope of the simplest alkali metal, (symbol Li) with an atomic number of 3 and containing 8 neutrons. Metalithium is an artificial isotope produced by bombarding Lithium 7 with neutrons. It is radioactive, with a half-life of 0.84 seconds.metallatingThat participates in metallation metallationAlternative spelling of metalation.metallician(obsolete, slang) A racing bookmaker.metallicityThe quality or state of being metallic.metallicize(transitive) To make metallic.metalliform(archaic) Having the form or structure of a metal.metallisingpresent participle and gerund of metallise metallizingpresent participle and gerund of metallize metalloaryl(organic chemistry, especially in combination) An aryl organometallic radical.metallocene(organic chemistry) Any of a class of organic compounds containing two cyclopentadienyl anions and a transition metal whose bonding involves overlap of ns and np orbitals of the metal with molecular orbitals of appropriate symmetry of each cyclopentadienyl ring; the rings are parallel to each other, or sometimes canted.metallodrug(pharmacology) Any of several pharmaceuticals that contain metals such as silver or platinum; especially such anticancer drugs metalloform(biochemistry) The form of an enzyme that contains a (usually divalent) metal ion metallogeny(geology) The branch of geology concerned with the study of the formation of mineral deposits metalloidal(chemistry) metalloid metallomics(biochemistry) The study of the complete metallome of an organism metallozymeAlternative form of metalloenzyme.metallurgicRelated to metallurgy.metalmakingThe manufacture of metal.metalmongerOne who trades in metals.metalogicalOf or pertaining to metalogic.metalophule(dentistry) A small crest attached to the front side of the metacone metaloscopeAlternative form of metalloscope.metaloscopyAlternative form of metalloscopy.metalworkerA person who shapes metal.metalwrightA metalworker.metalymnionAlternative form of metalimnion.metamachineIn metacomputation, a computing machine that controls the running of another computing machine.metamediaryA person or business that helps consumers obtain goods and services from suppliers within a metamarket, as well as offering services such as advice, financing, and so on.metamerismsplural of metamerism metamessageAn implicit message that could be inferred or implied from a message.metamictize(of a mineral, intransitive) To gradually destroy the mineral's crystal structure through the radiation emitted by the mineral itself, leaving it amorphous.metamorphicCharacterised by or exhibiting a change in form or character.metanalysisMeta-analysis.metanalyticRelating to metanalysis metanatural(uncommon) Supernatural; above or beyond what is natural.metanephric(embryology) Of or pertaining to the metanephros.metanephroiplural of metanephros metanephronAlternative form of metanephros.metanephros(anatomy) The most posterior of the three pairs of embryonic renal organs developed in many vertebrates.metanetwork(communication, management, sociology) A network of networks.metanogenicAlternative form of methanogenic.metaobjectsplural of metaobject metapackage(computing) A software package that contains no software itself, but serves to install a particular set of other packages.metaparableA parable about parables.metapatternA large-scale pattern of other patterns.metapeptone(biochemistry) An intermediate product formed in the gastric digestion of albuminous matter.metaphonize(phonology, intransitive) To undergo metaphony.metaphoreme(linguistics) A non-literal expression with a relatively fixed lexicogrammatical form and specific semantics and pragmatics, associated with metaphoric language.metaphorickObsolete form of metaphoric.metaphoricsThe use of metaphor generally.metaphoriseAlternative spelling of metaphorize.metaphoristSomeone who makes, or uses metaphors.metaphorizeTo describe using metaphors.metaphragmaThe hindmost phragma of the thorax in an insect metaphrasedTranslated literally.metaphrasesplural of metaphrase metaphrasismetaphrase; direct word-for-word translation metaphysealOf or pertaining to the metaphysis metaphysial(anatomy) Relating to a metaphysis metaphysickObsolete form of metaphysic.metaphysics(logic, uncountable, by extension from the philosophical sense) The metalogic of physics; the logical framework of physics.metaplasmic(linguistics, biology) Relating to metaplasm.metaplasticRelating to, or produced by metaplasia.metaplectic(mathematics) Describing a specific form of symplectic group.metapleuralPertaining to the metapleuron or metapleure metapleuronAn exoskeletal plate on each side of the metathorax of an insect metapodiale(anatomy, dated) Alternative spelling of metapodial.metapotamalDescribing the middle reaches of a lowland stream metaproblemA problem regarding other problems.metaprocessAny process used to describe or define another metaprogram(neurolinguistic programming) A thinking pattern which determines what information a person takes note of and what information they screen out.metaprotein(biochemistry) Any protein derived from another by the use of acids or bases metapsychicBeing or pertaining to something (for example, telepathy) that is outside the realm of orthodox psychology, or (more broadly) beyond scientifically-explainable psychic (mental) abilities (compare metaphysical, supernatural).metapurposeA secondary or higher-level purpose.metaraminolA potent sympathomimetic amine used in the prevention and treatment of hypotension and in the treatment of priapism.metarealismA direction in Russian poetry and art that was born in the 1970s to the 1980s, synonymous to metaconscience, which means beyond psychological consciousness, beyond a subjective psychological polarized view of reality.metarealistOne who tends to interpret things in ways that go beyond conventional reality.metarossite(mineralogy) A triclinic-pinacoidal yellow mineral containing calcium, hydrogen, oxygen, and vanadium.metascience(sciences) The science of science: the use of scientific methodology to study science itself, with the goal of improving the quality and efficiency of research.metasequoiaMetasequoia, the dawn redwood, a fast-growing deciduous conifer native to China.metaservice(computing) An abstraction of the workflow in a network metasilicic(inorganic chemistry) Relating to metasilicic acid or its derivatives metasomatic(geology) Of or pertaining to metasomatism.metaspatialOf or relating to a metaspace.metastasiseNon-Oxford British English standard spelling of metastasize.metastasizeOf a disease (especially cancer) or a tumour: to form a metastasis (“a secondary focus away from the primary site”) in (a body organ).metastasticMisspelling of metastatic.metastatizeRare form of metastasize.metasternalOf or pertaining to the metasternum.metasternum(anatomy) Synonym of xiphoid process (“small cartilaginous extension to the lower part of the sternum”).metastisizeMisspelling of metastasize.metastomialRelating to a metastomium metastomium(zoology) That portion of the head of an annelid situated behind the mouth metastriate(entomology) Describing ticks (of the order Ixodida) in which the anal groove of the adult is behind the anus.metastropheA fundamental transformation metasubjectA subject that deals with, or transcends, other subjects.metasummaryA summary of summaries.metasurface(physics) The surface of a metamaterial.metatarsalsplural of metatarsal metatarsianAlternative form of metatarsal.metatergiteThe tergite of a metazonite metatexiticOf or relating to metatexite.metatextualConstituting self-referential text (text about the text); for example, as mentioned earlier herein.metatheatreself-referential drama metatheorem(logic) A statement about theorems proven in a metalanguage.metatherial(of mammals) Belonging to the taxonomic infraclass Metatheria.metatherian(zoology) Belonging or pertaining to the infraclass Metatheria of marsupials.metathesiseAlternative form of metathesize.metathesize(linguistics) To undergo or to subject to metathesis; of sounds, to switch positions in a word.metathetizeAlternative form of metathesize.metathoughtThought about thought itself.metatrophicDeriving sustenance from dead organic matter.metatypicalRelating to a metatype or to metatypy metavariant(biology) A variant of a metatype metavauxite(mineralogy) A monoclinic-prismatic mineral containing aluminum, hydrogen, iron, oxygen, and phosphorus.metaventralbehind the abdomen metaviriomeA metagenomic viriome metaviromicRelating to metaviromes or to metaviromics metavoltine(mineralogy) A trigonal-rhombohedral mineral containing hydrogen, iron, oxygen, potassium, sodium, sulfur, and zinc.metawritingwriting about writing metazachlorA particular chloroacetamide herbicide.metazoxolonA particular fungicide.metconazoleA particular fungicide.metelimumab(pharmacology) A human monoclonal antibody intended for the treatment of scleroderma but later dropped in favour of alternatives.metempirics(philosophy) The concepts and relations which are conceived as beyond, and yet related to, the knowledge gained by experience.metemptosis(historical) The suppression of a day in the calendar to prevent the date of the new moon being set a day too late, or the suppression of the leap day once in 134 years.meteoristicOf or relating to meteorism.meteoritics(astronomy, mineralogy, geochemistry, cosmochemistry) The science that deals with meteors, meteorites, and meteoroids.meteorogramSynonym of meteogram.meteoroidal(astronomy) Of or pertaining to meteoroids.meteorolite(archaic) A rock from space, such as an aerolite or meteorite.meteorologyThe science that deals with the study of the atmosphere and its phenomena, especially with weather and weather forecasting.meteorwrong(humorous) A rock that is believed to be a meteorite, but is in fact terrestrial in origin; a pseudometeorite.metepimeronThe epimeron of an insect's metathorax metergoline(pharmacology) A synthetic compound with the chemical formula C₂₅H₂₉N₃O₂, used as an antagonist.metetherealLying beyond the ether, in the spiritual, transcendent realm where the soul is held to exist in certain spiritual or spiritualist theories.metflurazonA pyridazinone herbicide with chemical formula C₁₃H₁₁ClF₃N₃O.methacrylicOf or pertaining to methacrylic acid or its derivatives methanamide(organic chemistry) Formamide.methanamineSynonym of methylamine.methanation(organic chemistry) The reaction of hydrogen and carbon monoxide to form methane methandriol(pharmacology) An androstenediol with molecular formula C₂₀H₃₂O₂.methanelikeResembling or characteristic of methane.methanimine(organic chemistry) Synonym of azomethine.methanogensplural of methanogen methanolyse(chemistry) To split by means of methanolysis metharbital(pharmacology) An anticonvulsant barbiturate C₉H₁₄N₂O₃.methenamine(pharmacology) The compound hexamethylenetetramine when used as a urinary antiseptic.methenolone(organic chemistry) A long-acting anabolic steroid with limited androgenic properties, having the chemical formula C₂₀H₃₀O₂ methfuroxamA particular fungicide.methicillin(pharmacology) Alternative spelling of meticillin.methimazole(pharmacology) Alternative form of thiamazole.methioninesplural of methionine methioninol(organic chemistry) The alcohol (S)-2-amino-4-methylmercapto-1-butanol related to methionine methioninyl(organic chemistry, in combination) A radical or group derived from methionine.methisazoneAn antiviral drug that works by inhibiting mRNA and protein synthesis, especially in poxviruses.methodisticOf or relating to methodists, or the Methodists.methodizersplural of methodizer methodizingpresent participle and gerund of methodize methodology(originally sciences) The study of methods used in a field.methoestrolAlternative form of methestrol.methomidateMisspelling of metomidate.methoxamineAn α₁-adrenergic receptor agonist used as a vasoconstrictor.methoximate(organic chemistry) To react with a methoxyamine compound methoxsalen(organic chemistry) A furanocoumarin drug used to treat psoriasis, eczema, vitiligo, and some cutaneous lymphomas in conjunction with exposing the skin to sunlight.methoxydine4-methoxyphencyclidine, a dissociative anaesthetic drug with hallucinogenic and sedative effects.methoxylate(organic chemistry) To add a methoxyl group methuselahsplural of methuselah methylamide(organic chemistry) The N-methyl derivative of an amide methylamine(organic chemistry) The simplest aliphatic amine, CH₃NH₂, a toxic gas, having many industrial applications.methylamino(organic chemistry, especially in combination) Any methoxy derivative of an amino radical methylarene(organic chemistry) Any methyl derivative of an arene methylatingpresent participle and gerund of methylate methylation(chemistry) The addition of a methyl group to a molecule.methylazoxy(organic chemistry, in combination) A methyl azoxy group methylenate(organic chemistry) To produce or to undergo methylenation methylidene(organic chemistry) The CH₂= group in which the free valences are part of a double bond.methylidyne(chemistry) carbyne methylketol(organic chemistry) 2-methylindole, a mildly toxic and slightly flammable organic compound which occurs as a white solid and turns brown over time.methylogram(genetics) A graphical representation of methylation methylomicsThe study of methylomes methylosome(biochemistry) A cluster of proteins responsible for methylation methyprylonA piperidinedione sedative used for treating insomnia, now less commonly prescribed because of its side effects.methysticin(organic chemistry) A particular kavalactone.metolachlor(organic chemistry) An aniline derivative and chloroacetanilide herbicide, highly effective against grasses.metonymicalSynonym of metonymic, of or relating to metonymy.metopomancy(now historical) Divination by interpreting the facial lines and wrinkles, especially the forehead.metoposcopyThe practice of judging someone's character, or telling their fortune, from studying their face or forehead.metrafenoneA particular fungicide.metribolone(organic chemistry) An anabolic steroid 17β-17-hydroxy-17-methyl-estra-4,9,11-trien-3-one metricalityThe condition of being metrical metricationA conversion to the use of the metric system; a metrification.metrifonateAn irreversible organophosphate acetylcholinesterase inhibitor, used as an insecticide and to treat schistosomiasis.metrizamide(organic chemistry) A particular nonionic radiopaque contrast medium.metrization(mathematics) The process or result of metrizing a topological space.metrochrome(historical) An instrument with a lantern for measuring colours, used in conjunction with a telescope to note the colours of stars.metroethnicRelating to metroethnicity.metrologiesplural of metrology metrologistOne who studies or practices metrology.metromaniacOne who has metromania.metronomize(music) To indicate the tempo of a piece of music by means of a metronome setting metronymicsplural of metronymic metropathia(medicine) disease of the uterus metropathicOf or relating to metropathia.metrophobiaAn aversion to cities.metrophobic(rare) Having an aversion to metrosexuals.metroplastyplastic surgery or reconstructive surgery on the uterus metropoliseAlternative form of metropolize.metropolite(Ancient Greece) A citizen of a metropolis.metropolizeTo urbanize; to center or focus on the city.metroprololMisspelling of metoprolol.metroscopicOf or relating to metroscopy.metrosexual(dated) A heterosexual man who is seen, sociologically, as having attributes common to homosexuals.metsulfovaxA particular fungicide.mexiprostil(pharmacology) A prostaglandin analogue.mezlocillin(pharmacology) A penicillin antibiotic.mezzotinterOne who engraves in mezzotint.miasmaticalAlternative form of miasmatic.miasmicallyIn a miasmic manner.micellarizeTo cause, or to undergo micellarization michenerite(mineralogy) An isometric-tetartoidal silver white mineral containing bismuth, palladium, platinum, and tellurium.micranatomyDated form of microanatomy.micrandrous(botany) That produces dwarf male plants microabrade(transitive) To abrade microscopically; to make a microabrasion on.microacinar(anatomy) Of or relating to a microacinus.microactionA small-scale action by an individual.microampereOne millionth ( 10⁻⁶ ) of an ampere.microanimalA microscopic animal; an animalcule.microarcsecAbbreviation of microarcsecond.microarraysplural of microarray microarteryA very small artery microartistA person who creates extremely tiny artworks.microbakeryA very small commercial bakery.microbelessWithout microbes.microbially(sciences) By means of or in relation to microbes microbicideAny substance that is harmful to and kills microorganisms.microbikiniA very skimpy bikini.microbiomic(genetics) Relating to microbiomics microbiopsyVery small-scale biopsy microbiosisAn infection of microbes microbiotalRelating to microbiota microbioticRelating to microbiota microbivoreA hypothetical nanobot that would destroy microbes inside the body.microbivoryThe condition of being microbivorous or of being a microbivore.microbladedHaving undergone the microblading cosmetic procedure.microboring(zoology) That functions as a microborer microboticsmicrorobotics microbottleA microscopic bottle microbranchA very small branch microbrewerThe person or company that operates a microbrewery.microbridge(physics) A form of Josephson junction consisting of thin superconducting films.microbubbleA microscale bubble, used in medical diagnostics as a contrast agent for ultrasound imaging.microbudget(often attributive) A very small budget.microbundle(mathematics) A kind of generalization of a vector bundle.microburstsplural of microburst microbypassA very thin bypass microcamera(photography) A very small camera microcardia(medicine) The presence of an unusually small heart.microcarpin(organic chemistry) A bianthraquinone obtained from Asphodesus microcarpus.microcavityA microscopic cavity, especially part of an advanced optical device.microccocalMisspelling of micrococcal.microcensusA census of a very small (hopefully representative) sample of a population microchaetaA small bristle found on the bodies of some flies or other insects microchaeteAlternative form of microchaeta.microchangeA very small change microchargeA very small charge (in various senses).microchiria(medicine) Abnormal smallness of the hands.microcidery(rare) A small-scale commercial cidery producing limited quantities of hard cider.microcinema(countable) A specialist cinema showing films that are unlikely to be screened at more populist venues.microcionid(zoology) Any sponge in the family Microcionidae.microcitoma(medicine) small cell lung cancer (SCLC)microclimaxA small-scale climax (in various senses).microclinicA very small clinic microclonalRelating to a microclone.micrococcalOf, pertaining to, or caused by a micrococcus.micrococcus(biology) Any of a group of spherical, aerobic, gram-positive bacteria, of the genus Micrococcus, that are wide-ranging and harmless.microcolonyA microscopic colony of cells (especially of bacteria)microcolumnA very small chromatographic column microcomedo(medicine) The microscopic plugging of corneocytes in the early stage of formation of an acne lesion.microconvexVery small and also convex microcopierA device for producing microcopies (photocopies greatly reduced in size).microcopiesplural of microcopy microcorneaA congenital defect of the eye in which the cornea is less that about 10 mm in diameter microcosmalAlternative form of microcosmic.microcosmicOf, or relating to the microcosm.microcosmosA small or microscopic cosmos; a microcosm.microcredit(uncountable, banking) The practice of making very small loans, especially to poor people to promote self-employment; microlending.microcuriesplural of microcurie microcyclic(mycology) Having a life cycle in which only teliospores and basidiospores are produced microcysticRelating to, or characterised by microcysts microcystin(biochemistry) Any of a class of cyclic oligopeptide hepatotoxins produced by cyanobacteria microdaggerA form of microknife microdamagedamage at a microscopic level microdefectA microscopic defect microdegreeOne millionth of a degree (unit of measurement).microdesmid(zoology) Any fish in the family Microdesmidae, the wormfishes and dartfishes.microdetailmicroscopic detail microdeviceAny very small device manufactured using microfabrication.microdipoleA very small dipole microdomain(biology) Any of several small regions of a cell membrane that has a distinct structure and a distinct function microdontiaA condition in which the teeth are, or appear, smaller than normal microdonticRelating to microdontia microdosageThe administration of a microdose.microdottedMarked with one or more microdots.microemboliplural of microembolus microengineA very small engine microevolveTo undergo microevolution microfabricA fabric having a microscopic structure microfacial(geology) Pertaining to microfacies.microfacies(petrology) The composition, features, or appearance of a portion of a facies small enough to be examined in thin sections, or in rock samples of similar size.microfamousHaving small-scale fame.microfaradsplural of microfarad microfarmerThe person who runs a microfarm.microfaunaeplural of microfauna microfaunalOf, or relating to, a microfauna.microferricBeing or relating to an audio cassette tape formulation with very small needle-shaped particles, offering increased remanence.microfibersplural of microfiber microfibrilA bundle of cellulose polymer chains held together by weak bonds.microfichesplural of microfiche microfilmedsimple past and past participle of microfilm microfilmerA machine for producing microfilm.microfilterA filter that removes very small particles.microfinisha positive integer used as a measure of the smoothness of any surface; higher numbers indicate rougher surfaces microfleeceA very thin, flexible fabric made from polyethylene terephthalate.microfloppyAlternative spelling of micro-floppy.microfloraeplural of microflora microfloralOf or pertaining to microflora.microflorasplural of microflora microfoldedHaving microfolds microformal(music) Pertaining to the internal structure of a single phrase.microformat(computing) A simple data format that can be embedded in a webpage.microfossilA microscopic fossil.microfoulerAny very small marine fouler, typically a bacterium or alga microfridgeA small refrigerator.microfungalRelating to microfungi.microfungusA fungus of microscopic size.microfusionfusion (thermal or nuclear) on a very small scale microgabbro(geology) A fine-grained igneous rock with the same composition as gabbro but having an ophitic texture; diabase.microgamete(cytology) The smaller of a pair of anisogamous, conjugating gametes; the male sperm or pollen microgavageTo gavage on a very small scale microgenome(genetics) The genome of a microbiota microgliomaA primary brain lymphoma; an intracranial tumor appearing mostly in patients with severe immunosuppression (typically AIDS).microglitchA very small glitch microglobin(biochemistry) Any microprotein that is a globin microgrammeAlternative spelling of microgram.micrographyThe description of microscopic objects.micrograzerA microfaunal grazer microgreensplural of microgreen microgrooveThe long, spiral groove of a vinyl LP record microgroundGround very finely.microgrowerOne who grows plants on a very small scale.microgrowthmicroscopic growth microheaterA very small heater attached to a device such as a microscope.microhybrid(automotive) A motor vehicle whose internal combustion engine is automatically shut down and restarted to reduce time spent idling and thereby reduce fuel consumption and emissions.microinfuseTo infuse in very small amounts microinject(transitive) To inject with a micropipette.microinjuryA microscopic injury microinsectA very small insect microinsertA very small insert microinsult(sociology) A form or instance of microaggression that demeans a person's racial heritage or identity.microislandA very small island microjansky(physics) A unit of flux density equal to one millionth of a jansky microkelvin(metrology) An SI unit of thermodynamic temperature equal to 10⁻⁶ kelvins. Symbol: μK microkernel(operating systems) A minimal operating system kernel offering basic mechanisms rather than abstract services.microlabourAlternative form of microlabor.microlactinA milk product produced by cows that have been treated with immunostimulants microlancetA very small lancet microlarynx(surgery) Alternative form of microlaryngeal.microlenderA person or company in the business of microlending.microlensed(astronomy) Affected by, or detected using gravitational lensing microlesionA very small lesion microlesson(education) A very short lesson, typically lasting a few minutes.microlichenAny lichen with a very small thallus, resulting in a two-dimensional appearance.microlitersplural of microliter microlithicFormed of small stones.microlithon(geology) A small slab of rock having a earlier texture that lies between spaced foliation planes,microlitresplural of microlitre microlitterMicroscale debris.microlobateHaving very small lobes microlobuleVery small lobules micrologistA scientist working in the field of micrology.micromagnetA microscale magnet.micromammal(zoology) Any very small mammal (such as a shrew or mouse)micromanage(ambitransitive) To manage, direct, or control a person, group, or system to an unnecessary level of detail or precision.micromaniacA person affected by micromania micromarket(marketing) A small niche market.micromelody(music) A melody based on a scale whose intervals are less that a semitone (used to investigate vocal accuracy)micromerism(biology, historical) A form of biological atomism, according to which biological materials such as seeds are composed of something like atoms, from which they receive particular traits; associated with Yves Delage (1854–1920), French zoologist.micromeristA proponent of micromerism.micrometeorSynonym of micrometeoroid.micrometersplural of micrometer micromethod(chemistry) A method of analysis that requires only a very small sample micrometresplural of micrometre micrometricOf or pertaining to micrometry micromilieuA very small milieu micromirror(physics) A very small, highly reflective mirror, often supported on a torsion beam, used in a variety of applications and in research on radiation and quantum effects.micromixingThe mixing of microscopic amounts of material (by molecular diffusion), or in microscopic mixers micromodelsplural of micromodel micromoduleA very small scale electronic module micromolarsMisspelling of micromoles.micromolideAn antibiotic present in the venom of wasps of genus Ampulex.micromortarA very small mortar, for use with a micropestle.micromosaicA mosaic made from tiny pieces of glass micromotionA very small, or microscopic, motion.micromycete(biology) microscopic fungi micromyelia(pathology) An abnormal shortening of the spinal cord.micronationSynonym of microstate (“a country that has a very small population and land area”).microneedleA very fine needle micronekton(zoology) Any very small crustacean and other free-swimming marine animal(s)microneural(surgery) Describing surgery to neurons (using a microscope)micronippleA very small nipple micronisingpresent participle and gerund of micronise micronoduleAn area of opacity on a radiograph, indicative of certain diseases.micronozzleA microscopic nozzle.micronucleiplural of micronucleus microopticsOptical systems built on a tiny scale.microoptodeA very small optode micropacketA very small packet (in various senses).micropaedicof or pertaining to the Encyclopædia Britannica's Micropædia (which contains condensed forms of normal Encyclopædia entries)micropanderTo pander (to someone or their needs) in minute detail.microparsec(astronomy) A unit of distance equal to one millionth of a parsec micropathiaSynonym of microposthia.micropathic(medicine) Involving pathology that manifests at or results from changes at a microscopic level.micropatria(nonstandard) Micronation.micropatron(Internet) A funder in the system of micropatronage.micropelletA very small pellet micropenileOf or relating to a micropenis.micropersonA minuscule person.micropestleA very small pestle (used for tissue homogenization etc)microphagesplural of microphage microphakiaAbnormal small size of the lens of the eye.microphakicRelating to, or exhibiting, microphakia.microphiliaA love of trivia or minutiae.microphobiaA morbid fear of microbes.microphonesplural of microphone microphonicOf or relating to microphonics.microphysid(zoology) Any bug in the family Microphysidae.microphytal(botany) Pertaining to, or of the nature of, microphytes.microphytesplural of microphyte microphyticRelating to microphytes.micropillarA microscopic pillar microplanarIn the form of a very small plane microplaqueA very small area of plaque, especially one grown in a laboratory microplasmaA gas discharge of small dimensions ranging from micrometers to millimeters, used in various medical and industrial applications.microplusin(biochemistry) An antimicrobial peptide present in the tick Rhipicephalus microplus.micropocketA very small pocket (all senses).micropoetryVery short poetry.micropolish(transitive) To polish by using a suspension of a very fine abrasive powder.microporateTo undergo microporation microporous(of a material) Having micropores of a size less than 2 nanometres.microprintsplural of microprint microprobesplural of microprobe micropteranAlternative form of micropterous.micropulleyA microscale pulley.micropygous(anatomy) Having the pygidium considerably smaller than the cephalon.microquartzMicrocrystalline quartz.microquasar(astronomy, stars) A high-energy binary star system that includes black hole or neutron star and which resembles a quasar.microradianA unit of angle equal to one millionth of a radian.microraptorA small, four-winged paravian dinosaur of the genus Microraptor.microreaderAny device used to read microfilm or microfiche microrecordA document or similar item of data reduced to a microscopic format for easier storage.microrefugeAlternative form of microrefugium.microregionAn administrative area in Brazil consisting of groups of municipalities bordering urban areas microreliefVery small relief (difference of elevations on a surface).microrepeat(genetics) A very short repeat microribbonA microscopic ribbon.microsampleA very tiny sample.microscaledBuilt on a microscale; very tiny.microschemaA very small-scale schema microsclereA microscopic spicule of a sponge microscopalOf or pertaining to microscopy or microscopes microscopesplural of microscope microscopiaA form of hallucination where objects appear smaller than they really are.microscopicOf, or relating to microscopes or microscopy; microscopal microscreenA screen (filter) that has a very fine mesh microscriptVery small lettering (especially handwriting), or a handwritten manuscript consisting of such writing.microsecond(metrology) An SI unit of time equal to 10⁻⁶ seconds. Symbol: μs microsensorAny of several very small sensors that detect small amounts, or changes in a physical variable.microserver(computing) A simple server requiring little or no configuration.microsilicamicroparticulate silica (added to some cement)microsiphon(biology) A very small siphon microsmaticHaving a poorly developed sense of smell.microsocialRelating to society on a small scale, or in small groups.microsomialAlternative form of microsomal.microsourceA source of micropower microsphereAny sphere whose size is measured in micrometres microspongeA collection of very small, spongelike particles, having a large porous surface, used for drug delivery.microsporesplural of microspore microsporic(botany) Of or pertaining to microspores.microsporid(zoology) Any beetle in the family Microsporidae, a synonym of the Sphaeriusidae.microstatesplural of microstate microstaticOf or relating to an agent that prevents a colony of microbes from increasing in size.microsthene(archaic, zoology, chiefly in the plural) Any of a group of mammals characteristically of small size, including various rodents (used in the 19th century by James Dana to classify animals, but not adopted thereafter)microstomia(medicine) The presence of an abnormally small mouth, a clinical feature of many craniofacial syndromes.microstomid(zoology) Any flatworm in the family Microstomidae.microstrain(physics) A strain expressed in terms of parts per million.microstreamA microscopic stream microstressstress in the microstructure of a material, typically in its crystal lattice microstroke(pathology) A very small stroke microstylarOf or pertaining to a building style where each floor has its own separate rows of columns.microsurveyA microscale survey.microsuture(surgery) A very small suture used in microsurgery microswitchAn electrical switch that operates with very little travel of (or pressure on) the actuator.microsyntax(grammar) Syntax within individual clauses.microsystemA microscopic system, especially a system using microscopic electromechanical components.microtainerA very small container for biological material.microtargetA microscopically small target.microtephra(geology, paleontology) Microscopic deposits of tephra.microtether(anatomy) A very small tether (that typically hold vesicles in place)microtheoryA small-scale theory dealing with a narrow or specialized range of phenomena.microthread(computing) A thread (typically one executed in parallel) in a microprocessor microtiming(music) Very small differences in the timing (of beats etc) during a performance microtissue(biology, medicine) microscale tissue microtomiesplural of microtomy microtomistSomeone skilled in, or who practises microtomy.microtomize(transitive) To slice by means of a microtome.microtoroid(physics) Any of an array of small ring-shaped structures, normally on the surface of a semiconductor substrate, that function as resonators in photonic devices.microtorqueA very small torque, a rotational or twisting force.microtrauma(medicine) Any small, insignificant injury, but especially one of a series (such as suffered by athletes) that can lead to major injury microtremor(geology) Any of the continuous background movements of the Earth's surface and interior, having a period of 1 to 9 seconds, not associated with any seismic activity microtrenchA microscopic trench.microtrepan(surgery) A very small trepan microtropiamonofixation syndrome microtubingVery fine plastic tubing used in drip irrigation, typically in greenhouses.microtubuleA small tube made of protein and found in cells; part of the cytoskeleton.microtumourAlternative form of microtumor.microtunnelA microscale tunnel.microvenousRelating to very small veins microvessel(medicine) A very small blood vessel, such as a capillary or arteriole.microvillarOf or pertaining to a microvillus microvillusAny of many fingerlike extensions on the surfaces of many cells, consisting of the proteins actin, fimbrin, and villin.microvolume(often attributive) A microscopic volume.microvortexA very small vortex microwavery(informal) Cooking with a microwave oven.microwavingpresent participle and gerund of microwave microweaponA very small weapon, generally in the realm of high technology.microwriterA hand-held wordprocessor with a chording keyboard.microzoaria(obsolete) The infusoria.microzoningVery small-scale zoning, especially in order to map small seismic zones microzymianOf or relating to microzymas.micrurgical(biology) Relating to micrurgy micturatingpresent participle and gerund of micturate micturationMisspelling of micturition.micturition(physiology) Urination.midaglizoleAn antidiabetic drug.midaltitude(geography) At a moderate altitude.midanteriorIn the middle of the anterior region midargumentA point in time during an argument.midaxillary(anatomy) Describing a vertical line on the body downwards from the armpit midbivalent(genetics) in the middle of a bivalent chromosome midblastula(biology) A stage, in the development of an embryo, at which zygotic gene transcription is activated midcampaignDuring a political campaign.midcaudallyIn a midcaudal manner midcervical(anatomy) In the middle of the cervix midcingulum(anatomy) The middle part of a cingulum midcondylarIn the middle of a condyle midcorticalRelating to the middle of a cortex middensteadA place where dung is heaped up.middleclassAlternative form of middle class.middleclickAlternative form of middle-click.middlegamesplural of middlegame middlescent(informal) A middle-aged person who acts more like an adolescent.middlewomanThe female equivalent of a middleman; a female intermediary.middlingishSomewhat middling.middorsallyIn a middorsal manner or direction midecamycin(pharmacology) A macrolide antibiotic.mideightiesThe middle years of the 1980s.midepidemicIn the middle of an epidemic midfieldersplural of midfielder midforeheadIn the middle of the forehead.midinfraredWithin the infrared portion of the spectrum.midintervalThe midpoint of an interval midlatitudeAny latitude roughly half way between the equator and a pole.midlittoral(geography) In the middle part of a seashore.midmarriageDuring a period of marriage.midmodiolar(anatomy) In the middle of a modiolus midmountainAmid mountains; in a mountainous region.midmovementA point in time during a movement.midnightishResembling or characteristic of midnight.midnucleoidThe middle of a nucleoid midostaurinA drug being investigated for the treatment of acute myeloid leukemia and myelodysplastic syndrome.midparental(genetics) Relating to a midparent.midphiltrumLocated in the middle of the philtrum.midpositionIn a middle position.midpregnantIn the middle of pregnancy; during pregnancy.midprophase(biology) The middle part of prophase midproximal(anatomy) In the middle of the proximal region midquestionA point in time during which a question is being asked.midrapidity(physics) The rapidity of a particle close to the axis of a beam of particles.midregionalRelating to, or situated in the middle of a region midsagittalAt the middle of the sagittal plane.midscapularIn the middle of the scapula midsectionsplural of midsection midsemesterDuring a semester.midsentenceOccurring in the middle of a sentence.midsequenceDuring a sequence.midshipmite(nautical, slang, archaic) A little or petty midshipman.midspectralIn the middle of a spectrum midstrengthOf a medium strength.midstriatumThe middle of the striatum midsyllableOccurring in the middle of a syllable.midsystolicOf or pertaining to the middle portion of systole, as with midsystolic murmur, midsystolic ejection, and midsystolic click.midtemporal(anatomy) In the middle of the temple (of the head)midterminalIn the middle of a terminal region midthoracicLocated in the middle of the thorax midtrachealIn the middle of the trachea midtrigonidThe middle of a trigonid midurethralRelating to the middle of the urethra midvitreous(anatomy) In the middle of the vitreous humour midwestwardToward the Midwest.mifamurtide(pharmacology) A drug, having a phospholipid moiety, used to treat osteosarcoma.mifentidine(pharmacology) A histamine 2 receptor antagonist.mignonettesplural of mignonette mignonnetteObsolete spelling of mignonette.migradollar(US, economics) A dollar sent home by a foreign migrant worker, especially to Mexico.migranthoodThe state, condition, or quality of being a migrant.migrastatic(medicine) Any drug that interferes with metastasis (of a cancer)migrastatinAn antineoplastic drug obtained from Streptomyces platensis.migrateableAlternative form of migratable.migrationalOf or pertaining to migration.migratorilyIn a migratory manner.milacainideAn anesthetic drug.milatuzumab(pharmacology) A monoclonal antibody intended to treat multiple myeloma and other hematological malignancies.milbloggingThe writing and publication of a milblog.mildewcidalThat serves to kill mildew.mildewicideAlternative form of mildewcide.mildewproofResistant to mildew.milefortletAlternative form of mile-fortlet.milenperone(pharmacology) An anxiolytic drug.mileometersplural of mileometer milfasartan(pharmacology) An angiotensin II receptor antagonist.miliarensisAlternative form of miliarense.milibloggerAlternative form of milblogger.militantismMilitant attitudes and behaviours.militarianaMilitary items, especially collectibles.militarical(military, very rare) Of or pertaining to a military.militarisedsimple past and past participle of militarise militaristsplural of militarist militarizedsimple past and past participle of militarize militaryese(informal) Military jargon.militialikeResembling or characteristic of a militia.militocracyThe government of the armed forces.milksopperyweak, timid, ineffectual behaviour milksoppishweak; timid; ineffectual milkstainedHaving milkstains; stained by milk.millabilityThe quality or degree of being millable.millefleursplural of millefleur millefoliumA homeopathic preparation of yarrow (Achillea millefolium).millenarianPertaining to any of various religious or social movements which believe in a coming or ongoing radical change to existing world order.millenariesplural of millenary millenarismmillenarianism millenaristSynonym of millenarianist.millennialsplural of millennial millenniarySynonym of millenarian.millenniumsplural of millennium milleporite(archaic, paleontology) A fossil millepore.millettioidA clade within the subfamily Faboideae, comprised of three main branches: the tribe Indigofereae, the tribes Abreae and Millettieae, and the tribes Desmodieae, Phaseoleae, and Psoraleae.milliampereOne thousandth (10⁻³) of an ampere.milliarcsecAbbreviation of milliarcsecond.millicuriesplural of millicurie millidarwinA unit of evolutionary change equivalent to one thousandth of a darwin.millidegreeOne thousandth of a degree.milligramme(British spelling) Alternative spelling of milligram.millijansky(physics) A unit of flux density equal to one thousandth of a jansky.millikayserOne thousandth of a kayser millikelvinOne thousandth of a kelvin millilitersplural of milliliter millilitresplural of millilitre millimetersplural of millimeter millimetresplural of millimetre millimetricHaving a size of the order of a millimetre.millimicronA unit of length equal to one thousandth of a micron.millineress(dated) A female milliner.millinerialRelating to millinery.millineriesplural of millinery millinewtonOne-thousandth of a newton.millinormal(chemistry) Having a concentration one thousandth that of a normal solution millioctaveOne thousandth of an octave (musical interval).millionaireSomebody whose wealth is at least one million (10⁶) currency units.millionfoldA million times so milliosmoleA unit of measurement equal to one thousandth of an osmole.milliparsec(astronomy) A unit of distance equal to one thousandth of a parsec millipascalA unit equal to one thousandth of a pascal (symbol mPa).milliradianAn SI unit of plane angular measure equal to one thousandth of a radian millisecond(metrology) An SI unit of time equal to 10⁻³ seconds. Symbol: ms millistokesA unit of kinematic viscosity, one thousandth of a stokes.milliwarholA unit of fame equal to one thousandth of a warhol, or 0.9 seconds of fame.millocraticRelating to a millocracy.millwrightsplural of millwright milnacipran(pharmacology) A psychoactive drug, an SNRI antidepressant also used to treat chronic pain, especially fibromyalgia.milquetoast(originally US, informal, derogatory) Meek, timid; lacking character or effectiveness.miltefosine(pharmacology) An antiprotozoal drug, 2-(hexadecoxy-oxido-phosphoryl)oxyethyl-trimethyl-azanium, used in oral treatment of leishmaniasis.mimeographsplural of mimeograph mimeography(historical) The creation of duplicate documents using a mimeograph.mimeticallyIn a mimetic manner.mimographerA writer of mimes (farces).mimologicalRelating to mimologics.mimosaceous(botany) Of or relating to the family Mimosaceae.mimosamycinAn antibiotic, 7-methoxy-2,6-dimethyl-2H-isoquinoline-3,5,8-trione, isolated from Streptomyces minaciouslySynonym of threateningly: in a minacious manner.minalrestatAn aldose reductase inhibitor.minamestane(pharmacology) A steroidal aromatase inhibitor.minaretlikeResembling or characteristic of a minaret.mincingnessThe quality of being mincing; affected daintiness.mindbendingAlternative spelling of mind-bending.mindblowingAlternative spelling of mind-blowing.mindfuckery(slang, vulgar) That which destabilizes or confuses the mind.mindfuckingpresent participle and gerund of mindfuck mindmappingpresent participle and gerund of mindmap mindmeldingThe act of forming a mind meld.mindnumbingAlternative form of mind-numbing.mindreadersplural of mindreader mindreadingAlternative form of mind-reading.minehillite(mineralogy) A hexagonal mineral containing aluminum, calcium, hydrogen, iron, magnesium, manganese, oxygen, potassium, silicon, sodium, and zinc.minehuntingThe process of seeking out mines in order to destroy them.minenwerfer(military, now historical) A type of trench mortar used by German forces especially during the First World War, or the shells fired by such a mortar.minepentateAn antispasmodic drug.mineralisedsimple past and past participle of mineralise mineraliserAlternative form of mineralizer.mineralizedConverted to, or impregnated with minerals; petrified.mineralizerAn element which is combined with a metal to form an ore.mineralizesthird-person singular simple present indicative of mineralize mineralogicSynonym of mineralogical.minerogenic(geology) formed by minerogenesis minesweeperA vehicle, device, or person with the purpose of removing explosive mines (landmines or naval mines).mineworking(uncountable) Working in a mine; mining.miniatosideA particular steroid glycoside.miniaturiseNon-Oxford British English standard spelling of miniaturize.miniaturismMiniature size; tendency towards miniature size.miniaturistAn artist who paints miniature figures or scenes.miniaturizeTo design or construct something on a miniature scale.minibarcodeA small barcode miniblotter(immunology) A small membrane used for western blot analysis.minibreweryA small-scale brewery.minibrowserSynonym of microbrowser.minicharged(physics) Having a much smaller electric charge than is normal miniclimateThe climate of a relatively small area.miniclusterA small cluster minicompactAn automobile that is smaller than a subcompact.miniconcertA small or minor concert.minicultureSmall-scale culture (of bacteria, or figuratively).minidressedWearing a minidress.minidressesplural of minidress minifundiumA smallholding, in Latin America, that is too small to support a family minigastrin(biochemistry) A form of gastrin.minigenomic(genetics) Relating to a minigenome minigolfingAlternative form of mini-golfing.minigrinderA small grinder.minihistoryA brief history.minikitchenA small, compact kitchen.minilectureA short lecture.minimalistsplural of minimalist minimalnessQuality of being minimal.minimansionA small mansion; a mansionette.minimisableAlternative spelling of minimizable.minimizableThat can be minimized.minimometer(very rare) A graduated (usually glass) tube used to measure out a minim of liquid.minimusical(drama) A brief musical miniopterid(zoology) Any bat in the family Miniopteridae.miniosmotic(medicine) Describing a very small osmotic pump that is used for drug delivery minipalette(computing, graphical user interface) A small palette.miniplasmid(genetics) A plasmid that has been reduced in size miniplasmin(biochemistry) A variant of plasmin that lacks one or more amino acids from the N-terminal position miniprinterA small, compact computer printer.miniprotein(biochemistry) A small protein (or a large polypeptide), especially one that folds into a structure similar to that of a normal protein minireactorA small-scale reactor miniritchieAlternative form of minnerichi.minisessionA brief session miniskirtedWearing a miniskirt.minispindleA small spindle (in any of several contexts)ministerialRelated to a religious minister or ministry.ministeringpresent participle and gerund of minister ministeriumAn association of ministers from various religious groups who come together to work for a specific purpose, such as meeting the socioeconomic needs of a community.ministrantsplural of ministrant ministrokesplural of ministroke minisuctionA form of abortion in which the fetus or embryo, placenta, and membranes are removed by suction using a manual syringe.minitheaterA small theater.minitractorA small, compact tractor.miniversionA miniature version minivesicleA small vesicle minjiangite(mineralogy) A white mineral found in China.minkewhalesplural of minkewhale minkowskianAlternative letter-case form of Minkowskian.minnaritchiAlternative form of minnerichi.minnesinger(historical) A peripatetic musician in Germany in the 12th to the 14th centuries, often performing songs of courtly love.minniritchiAlternative form of minnerichi.minocycline(pharmacology) A semisynthetic tetracycline derivative used (as the hydrochloride C₂₃H₂₇N₃O₇·HCl) as a broad-spectrum antibiotic and anti-inflammatory agent to treat bacterial and other infections.minodronateAny salt or ester of minodronic acid.minorityismSynonym of minoritarianism.minstreless(rare) A female minstrel.minstrelinggerund of minstrel minusculelyIn a minuscule manner.minuteslongLasting minutes.minutiouslyIn minute detail.minxishnessQuality of being minxish.miogeoclineAn area of sedimentation that occurs along the passive margin of a continent.miproxifene(pharmacology) A selective estrogen receptor modulator.mipsagargin(medicine) A prodrug that is converted by the body into thapsigargin.mirabilysinA Proteus mirabilis metalloprotease virulence factor mirfentanil(pharmacology) A fentanyl derivative with strong selectivity for the μ-opioid receptor.mirikizumabA monoclonal antibody used to treat ulcerative colitis.mirrorscope(dated) A slide projector.mirrorverseA mirror universe.mirtazapine(pharmacology) An antidepressant drug C₁₇H₁₉N₃ taken orally especially to treat major depressive disorder. It is marketed under the trademark Remeron.mirthlesslyIn a mirthless manner; sadly.mirudhangamAlternative form of mridangam.miruthangamAlternative form of mridangam.misactivateTo activate incorrectly misacylated(biochemistry) Incorrectly acylated; especially, combined with the wrong amino acid misadditionIncorrect addition.misaffected(obsolete) lacking sympathy misaligningpresent participle and gerund of misalign misallianceAn unsuitable alliance, especially an unsuitable marriage.misallocate(transitive) To allocate incorrectly or inappropriately.misallottedallotted badly or wrongly misanalysisIncorrect analysis.misandryistMisspelling of misandrist.misannotate(genetics) To annotate incorrectly misanthropeOne who has a negative view of the entire human race.misanthropyA negative view or hatred of the human race.misappraise(transitive) To appraise wrongly.misargument(rare) incorrect argument misassemble(transitive) To assemble badly or wrongly.misassemblyWrong or defective assembly.misattachedIncorrectly attached misaventureObsolete form of misadventure.misbecomingpresent participle and gerund of misbecome misbegotten(of a person) Born out of wedlock; illegitimate.misbehadden(Scotland) Alternative form of misbeholden.misbehavingbad conduct or actions misbehavior(American spelling) Action or conduct that is inappropriate, improper, incorrect, or unexpected.misbeholden(archaic) Disobliging; offensive or unkind.misbelieverSomeone who holds a bad or wrong belief; a heretic, an unbeliever.misbestowal(archaic) The act of misbestowing.misbrandingpresent participle and gerund of misbrand miscalendarTo enter an appointment on the wrong date in a schedule.miscarriage(now rare except in miscarriage of justice) A failure; a mistake or error.miscarryingpresent participle and gerund of miscarry miscegenateTo mix or blend.miscegenistOne who favours miscegenation.miscegenousOf, pertaining to, or being miscegenation; interracial (said primarily of marriages and other sexual or romantic relationships).miscellaneaA miscellaneous collection of different things; a miscellany.mischargingpresent participle and gerund of mischarge mischeviousAlternative form of mischievous and mischievious.mischiefful(rare) mischievous mischieving(now Scotland) The causing of damage or terror; rampaging.mischievousCausing mischief; injurious.mischoosingpresent participle and gerund of mischoose mischristen(transitive) To christen wrongly, for example giving the wrong name.miscibilityThe property of being able to be mixed.miscitationincorrect citation misclassifyTo classify incorrectly.miscleavage(biochemistry) Faulty cleavage (of a protein etc)miscoloringpresent participle and gerund of miscolor miscolouredsimple past and past participle of miscolour misconceiptObsolete form of misconceit.misconceiveTo misunderstand.misconcludeTo arrive at the wrong conclusion.misconductsplural of misconduct misconsiderTo consider wrongly; to misjudge.misconstrue(transitive) To interpret erroneously, to understand incorrectly; to misunderstand.miscontinueTo continue wrongly.misconverge(ambitransitive) To (cause to) converge incorrectly.miscountingpresent participle and gerund of miscount miscoverageIncorrect or inappropriate coverage miscreationA faulty or unnatural making or creation.miscreativeTending to create badly or wrongly.misculturedBadly or wrongly cultured.misdecipherTo decipher incorrectly.misdecisionA wrong decision; an instance of wrongly deciding.misdecorateTo decorate incorrectly.misdeliveryan incorrect delivery, e.g. to the wrong person misdemeanor(criminal law, historical in UK) A lesser criminal act in most common law legal systems, generally punished less severely than a felony.misdescribe(transitive) To incorrectly explain or detail something or someone.misdevotionMistaken, ineffective, or fake devotion.misdiagnose(transitive, pathology) To incorrectly diagnose.misdiallingpresent participle and gerund of misdial misdirectedsimple past and past participle of misdirect misdirectorOne who misdirects.misdiscover(transitive, very rare) To discover in a wrong or unacceptable way.misdispense(transitive) To dispense incorrectly or amiss.misdivisionIncorrect division, e.g. of a word.misdocumentTo document incorrectly; to falsify or make an error in documentation.misdoubtful(now rare) Misgiving; doubting, suspicious.misdoubtingpresent participle and gerund of misdoubt miseducatedsimple past and past participle of miseducate miseducatesthird-person singular simple present indicative of miseducate miseducatorOne who miseducates.misemphasisBad or wrong emphasis.misemployedsimple past and past participle of misemploy misencodingpresent participle and gerund of misencode misengenderTo engender wrongly or badly; to misbeget.misengineerTo engineer badly or wrongly.misequalize(transitive, signal processing) To equalize badly.miserablismAlternative form of miserabilism.miserablistAlternative spelling of miserabilist.miserection(rare) The process of setting in an upright, erect position in a faulty or incorrect way.misericordeAlternative form of misericord misericordsplural of misericord miserlinessThe property of being miserly: excessive parsimony.misestimateTo estimate erroneously.misevaluateTo evaluate inaccurately or incorrectly.misexchangeTo exchange what should not be exchanged, either in error or fraudulently misfavouredsimple past and past participle of misfavour misfeasance(law) An actual or alleged wrong that arises from an action; often, the wrongful use of legal authority.misfeaturedHaving ugly or misshapen features.misfingeredsimple past and past participle of misfinger misforecastTo forecast incorrectly; to make an erroneous prediction.misfortuned(archaic) unlucky, unfortunate misfortunesplural of misfortune misfunctionSynonym of malfunction.misgenerateTo generate incorrectly.misgenotypeTo genotype incorrectly misgivinglyWith doubt or apprehension.misgovernedsimple past and past participle of misgovern misgovernorOne who misgoverns.misguidedlyIn a misguided manner.mishallowedConsecrated to evil uses, or by unhallowed means.mishandlingpresent participle and gerund of mishandle misidentify(transitive) To mistake the identity of (something or someone).misidentityWrong or false identity.misinformedsimple past and past participle of misinform misinformerOne who misinforms.misinserted(genetics) inserted by misinsertion misinstruct(archaic) To instruct badly or wrongly.misintendedsimple past and past participle of misintend misinteractTo interact incorrectly; to take part in an inappropriate interaction.misissuanceThe act of misissuing something; issuance in error.misjoindersplural of misjoinder misjudgmentAn act of misjudging; a mistake in judgment.misjunctureA poorly articulated connection; a joining of things that functions poorly.mislabelingpresent participle and gerund of mislabel mislabellerAlternative form of mislabeler.misleadableThat can be misled.misligation(biochemistry) Incorrect ligation mislikeness(archaic) A misleading resemblance.mislocaliseAlternative form of mislocalize.mislocalizeTo localize incorrectly.mislocationmisplacement mislocutionincorrect locution mismaintainTo maintain improperly; to provide inadequate maintenance.mismaneuverTo maneuver in a way that has an unfortunate result.mismaneuvreAlternative form of mismaneuver.mismanneredHaving bad manners; impolite.mismarriageBad or unsuitable marriage.mismatchingpresent participle and gerund of mismatch mismemorizeTo memorize inaccurately.mismigratedIncorrectly migrated mismotheredsimple past and past participle of mismother mismotivateTo motivate toward the wrong goal.misnavigate(ambitransitive) To navigate incorrectly.misnegation(neologism, informal linguistics) The unintended combination of semantic and grammatical negation such that the resulting statement actually means the opposite of what is wanted.misnumerateTo numerate incorrectly; to misnumber.misobligingpresent participle and gerund of misoblige misocapnist(possibly nonstandard) Hating tobacco smoke.misocycloneSynonym of landspout.misogynical(archaic) misogynistic misogynistsplural of misogynist misologicalRelating to, or exhibiting, misology; hating reasoning or argument.misoneisticHostile to change and dismissive of new ideas or innovations.misoprostol(pharmacology) A drug used for various purposes including the prevention of drug-induced gastric ulcers and the inducement of abortions, having the chemical formula C₂₂H₃₈O₅.misoptimizeTo optimize badly, emphasizing the wrong criteria or failing to take advantage of potential improvements.misorderingpresent participle and gerund of misorder misorganiseAlternative form of misorganize.misorganizeTo organize incorrectly misorientedoriented incorrectly misosophistSynonym of misosopher.misparentedBadly or wrongly raised by one's parents.misperceiveTo perceive erroneously.mispersuade(transitive) To persuade wrongly; to persuade into doing something wrong misphrasingpresent participle and gerund of misphrase mispleadingpresent participle and gerund of misplead mispolarizeTo cause, or to undergo mispolarization mispositionTo position incorrectly.mispracticeWrong or bad practice; misconduct mispreserveTo preserve badly or to preserve something that does not merit preservation.mispressingpresent participle and gerund of mispress misproclaimTo proclaim wrongly, such as by proclaiming false information, or proclaiming in the wrong manner.mispurchaseAn erroneous purchase; the buying of incorrect goods or services.misquantifyTo quantify incorrectly.misreactionInappropriate reaction.misreadableCapable of being misread.misreadingsplural of misreading misrecoveryThe act or process of misrecovering.misregisterTo register incorrectly.misregulate(transitive) To regulate incorrectly or imperfectly.misrehearse(transitive) To rehearse or quote incorrectly.misrelatingpresent participle and gerund of misrelate misrelationerroneous relation or narration misrelegateTo relegate inappropriately.misrelianceThe act of misrelying; reliance on something that cannot be safely relied upon.misreligion(archaic) False or wrong religion.misremember(ambitransitive) To remember incorrectly.misreportedsimple past and past participle of misreport misreporterOne who misreports.misresponseThe act of misresponding or an instance of misresponding.misrotationincorrect rotation misschedule(transitive) To schedule badly or wrongly.missequenceAn error in sequencing.missfoldingMisspelling of misfolding.misshapenlyIn a misshapen manner.misshelvingpresent participle and gerund of misshelve misshipmentA shipment that is misdelivered; an instance of misshipping.missilelikeResembling or characteristic of a missile.missionallyIn a missional manner.missionizerOne who missionizes; a missionary.missionizesthird-person singular simple present indicative of missionize missionlessWithout a mission.missishnessThe quality of being missish.misspeakingpresent participle and gerund of misspeak misspelling(uncountable) Incorrect spelling.misspendingImproper, wasteful, or incorrect spending; squandering missprision(law, rare) Obsolete spelling of misprision.missteppingpresent participle and gerund of misstep misstitchedsimple past and past participle of misstitch missubtractTo subtract incorrectly.mistabulateTo tabulate incorrectly.mistailored(of a garment) Badly fitted;mistakeableAlternative form of mistakable.mistakeablyAlternative form of mistakably.mistakelessWithout any mistakes.mistakinglyAlternative form of mistakenly.misteachingpresent participle and gerund of misteach mistextured(rare) Incorrectly textured.mistheorize(transitive, intransitive) To theorize incorrectly.mistpouffer(usually in the plural) An unexplained sound, like a cannon or a sonic boom, heard in various waterfront communities.mistransactTo transact badly.mistransferTo transfer incorrectly.mistransmitTo transmit incorrectly.mistreading(obsolete) misstep; misbehaviour mistreatingpresent participle and gerund of mistreat mistressdomThe realm or sphere of mistresses (female partners in extramarital relationships).mistrustfulHaving mistrust, lacking trust (in someone or something).mistrustingpresent participle and gerund of mistrust mistruthful(rare) Untruthful; lying.misvenerateTo venerate something or someone that does not deserve it.misvocaliseAlternative form of misvocalize.misvocalizeTo vocalize incorrectly.mithramycin(pharmacology) UK form of plicamycin.mithridatesplural of mithridate mithridaticOf or related to mithridatism, the gradual acquisition of immunity to poison through repeated exposure.mithridatum(historical medicine) Synonym of mithridate.mitigatableAlternative form of mitigable.mitigatedlyIn a mitigated manner.mitiglinide(organic chemistry, pharmacology) A drug to treat diabetes.mitoclomine(pharmacology) An antineoplastic alkylating drug.mitogenesisThe induction of cellular mitosis.mitogenetic(biology) That causes mitosis mitogenomic(genetics) Of or pertaining to a mitogenome mitoguazone(pharmacology) A particular drug used in chemotherapy.mitonuclearRelating to the mitochondrial nucleus mitoquidone(pharmacology) A particular antineoplastic drug.mitoquinoneA form of ubiquinone associated with mitochondria mitoregulin(biochemistry) A microprotein that supports mitochondrial supercomplexes mitoticallyDuring, or by means of, mitosis.mitotracker(cytology) Any of a family of commercial fluorescent dyes used to stain mitochondria in living cells mitragynine(organic chemistry) An indole alkaloid found in kratom (Mitragyna speciosa).mitraillade(rare, chiefly historical) Mass execution by cannon shot or (later) machine-gun, especially during the French Revolution.mitrailleur(UK, military, obsolete) A rapid-fire team-served musket or rifle.mitratapideA veterinary drug for the treatment of obese dogs.mitrazepineMisspelling of mirtazapine.mitridatite(mineralogy) A monoclinic-prismatic mineral containing calcium, hydrogen, iron, oxygen, and phosphorus.mixoglossia(linguistics) the mixing of several languages in multilingual societies mixokinetal(biology) Involving both somatic and oral kinetal elements mixolimnionThe upper stratum of a meromictic lake; its waters are mixed by the wind.mixologicalRelating to mixology, or the blending of cocktails.mixologistsplural of mixologist mixotrophicOf or pertaining to mixotrophy or mixotrophs mixtilinealAlternative form of mixtilinear.mixtilinear(geometry) Containing, or consisting of, lines of different kinds (straight, curved, etc.).mizolastineA particular nonsedative antihistamine drug.mnemonician(archaic) An instructor of mnemonics; someone who teaches how to improve or use the memory.mnemonicistAlternative form of mnemonist.mnemophobia(rare) The fear of one's own memories.mnemotacticRelating to mnemotaxis.mnemotechnyThe study and practice of improving one’s memory.mobbishnessQuality of being mobbish.mobilisableAble to be readily mobilised.mobilizableAble to be readily mobilized.mobilometerAn instrument for measuring the mobility or viscosity of a substance.mobilopathy(pathology) Any medical condition characterised by impaired movement moccassinedAlternative spelling of moccasined.mockabilityThe ability to be mocked.mockingbirdAny of various long-tailed American songbirds of the genera Mimus and Melanotis, noted for their ability to mimic calls of other birds.mockingnessThe condition of being mocking; derisiveness.moclobemide(pharmacology) A drug used to treat depression and social anxiety.moctezumite(mineralogy) A monoclinic-prismatic mineral containing lead, oxygen, tellurium, and uranium.mocumentaryAlternative form of mockumentary.modelicious(informal, rare) Physically attractive, like a model.modellisticRelating to models or to modellists modelmakingThe creation of models, especially scale models.modelockingAlternative form of mode locking.moderantismThe moderate policies of the Girondists and Dantonists during the French Revolution moderantist(politics, historical) A proponent of moderantism.moderatress(archaic) A female moderator.modernicide(uncountable) The destruction of what is modern.modernisersplural of moderniser modernisingNon-Oxford British English standard spelling of modernizing.modernisticIn modern style.modernitiesplural of modernity modernizersplural of modernizer modernizingReformist; tending to modernize.modificableObsolete form of modifiable.modificatorThat which modifies.modillionedHaving a modillion.modioliformResembling the modiolus.modiolopsidAny extinct bivalve of the family Modiolopsidae.modularisedsimple past and past participle of modularise modularizedHaving or made up of modules modulatableCapable of, or suitable for, being modulated.modulationsplural of modulation moexiprilat(pharmacology) A particular ACE inhibitor.mogigraphiaWriter's cramp.moguisteine(pharmacology) A mucolytic drug.moirologist(rare) A professional mourner.moistenableCapable of being moistened.moisturiserNon-Oxford British English standard spelling of moisturizer.moisturizedsimple past and past participle of moisturize moisturizerSomething that causes moisture or a condition of wetness; something that makes things moist.moldabilityThe property of being moldable.molecatcherA person who traps and kills moles.molecularlyIn a molecular manner.molendinaryRelating to mills or milling.molephantin(organic chemistry) A sesquiterpene lactone found in Elephantopus mollis.molestationThe act of molesting.mollifiableCapable of being mollified.mollifiedlyHaving been mollified.mollipilose(zoology, archaic) Having soft hairs; downy.molliturbel(soil science) A turbel that has a mollic epipedon mollusclikeAlternative spelling of mollusklike.molluseriesAlternative form of mollu-series.mollusklikeResembling or characteristic of a mollusk.mollycoddle(now rare) A person, especially a man or a boy, who is pampered and overprotected.mollydooker(UK, Australia, slang) A left-handed person.molsidomineAn oral vasodilating drug.molybdenateSynonym of molybdate.molybdenite(mineralogy) A mineral, molybdenum disulfide MoS₂, that is the principal ore of molybdenum; it is structurally similar to graphite and has a similar look and feel.molybdenous(chemistry) Relating to molybdenum in a +6 oxidation state molybdocene(organic chemistry) A metallocene containing a molybdenum atom.momelotinib(pharmacology) A medication belonging to the class of Janus kinase inhibitors, being developed as a drug to treat myelofibrosis.momentarily(manner) In a momentary manner; for a moment or instant.momentasoneMisspelling of mometasone.momentouslyIn a momentous manner.momfluencer(Canada, US) Alternative spelling of mumfluencer.momilactone(organic chemistry) Any of a group of steroidal lactones, isolated from rice, that have some anticancer activity.mommishnessThe quality of being momish.momordicine(organic chemistry) Any of several glycosides present in the vine Momordica charantia mompetition(informal) Rivalry between mothers wishing to prove that they are better parents and/or have children who are more talented, well-behaved, etc.monacanthid(zoology) Any in the family Monacanthidae of filefishes.monachopsis(neologism, rare) The persistent sense that one is out of place or otherwise does not belong.monadicallyIn a monadic manner; as a monad or by means of monads.monalizumab(pharmacology) An investigational drug for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, gynecologic malignancies and other cancers.monarchicalOf or pertaining to a monarch or monarchy.monarchistsplural of monarchist monarchizedsimple past and past participle of monarchize monarchlikeResembling or characteristic of a monarch.monascidian(biology) A simple organism, not compound or composite.monasterialRelating to a monastery.monasteriesplural of monastery monasticism(religion) The practice of renouncing all worldly pursuits in order to fully devote one's life to spiritual work.monasticist(rare) One who practices monasticism; a monastic.monasticize(transitive) To make monastic.monchiquite(mineralogy) A black, basaltic igneous rock consisting of a ground mass of automorphic augite and magnetite with many embedded phenocrysts, usually of olivine.monembryony(botany) # Archaic spelling of monoembryony.monenergismThe doctrine that the human and divine natures of Christ work together as a single entity monenergistA proponent of monenergism.monergisticOf or relating to monergism.monetarisedsimple past and past participle of monetarise monetaristsplural of monetarist monetisable(UK) Alternative form of monetizable.monetizableAble to be converted into cash with relative ease.moneylenderA person who lends money and charges interest, especially one who is not part of the official financial industry.moneymakersplural of moneymaker moneymakingAlternative form of money-making.moneymongerA moneylender; a usurer.moneyocracyRule by the rich.mongolicain(organic chemistry) A particular ellagitannin found in Quercus mongolica, the Mongolian oak.mongrelhoodThe state or condition of being a mongrel.mongrelizedsimple past and past participle of mongrelize mongrelnessThe quality of being a mongrel.monilophyteAny fern of the former class Monilophyta (now Polypodiopsida)monimostyly(zoology) union of the quadrate and squamosal, not permitting movement monisotopicMisspelling of nonisotopic.monitorableThat can be monitored.monitorlessWithout a monitor (computer display unit).monitorshipThe status of serving as a monitor.monitressesplural of monitress monkeyboardA derrickman's work platform.monkeygland(South Africa) A spicy sauce made of onions, garlic, tomato and tabasco sauce, often as an accompaniment to steak.monkeyishlyIn a monkeyish manner.monkeypatchAlternative spelling of monkey patch.monkeyshineA puerile prank or trick.monkishnessThe state or condition of being monkish.monoacetate(chemistry) A compound which contains a single acetate group or ion monoacetone(organic chemistry, in combination) A single acetone substituent in another compound, especially in a sugar derivative monoacylate(organic chemistry) To introduce a single acyl group into a molecule monoallelic(genetics) Involving a single allele monoamidite(organic chemistry) Any amidite in which a single -O- linkage is replaced by an -N< (amino) group monoamorousBeing exclusively faithful to one partner; monogamous (especially as contrasted with polyamorous).monoandrousAlternative form of monandrous.monoanionic(chemistry) Having a single negative charge monoarachin(organic chemistry) The monoglyceride of arachidic acid monoaurallyIn a monoaural manner.monoaxiallyIn a monoaxial manner.monobactamsplural of monobactam monoballismmonoballismus monobaramin(creationism) Part or all of a holobaramin; a group of organisms believed to be related to by common descent in baraminology.monobenzoneA compound used as a topical drug for medical depigmentation.monoblasticRelating to a monoblast monoblepsiaAlternative form of monoblepsis.monoblepsis(pathology) A defect of vision that is evident only if both eyes are open monobridged(chemistry) Having a single bridge across a ring monobromide(chemistry) any bromide containing a single bromine atom in each molecule monocalcium(chemistry) One atom of calcium in a compound monocaliberHaving the same shape and dimensions throughout a range of products monocanthidMisspelling of monacanthid.monocarbene(organic chemistry) Any compound having a single carbene group monocarbide(inorganic chemistry) Any compound that has a single carbide ion monocardian(zoology) Having a heart with a single ventricle.monocarpianSynonym of monocarpic.monocarpousSynonym of monocarpic.monocellateHaving a single ocellus.monocentralHaving or relating to a single centre.monocentricHaving a single centre.monocentrid(zoology) Any of the family Monocentridae of pinecone fishes.monocephaly(rare, botany) The quality of being monocephalic or monocephalous.monochargedCarrying a single charge monochasialRelating to the monochasium.monochasium(botany) A type of cyme on which each single axis bears one flower.monochelateHaving a single chelate link monochloridArchaic form of monochloride.monochorialAlternative form of monochorionic.monochotomyDivision or separation into itself.monochromatOne whose vision exhibits monochromacy; one who is completely color blind.monochromesplural of monochrome monochromicOf a single colour; monochromatic.monochronicCharacterized by a system where things are done one at a time.monociliateHaving a single cilium.monocitrate(chemistry) Any salt or ester containing a single citrate anion or group monoclausalHaving a single clause.monoclinateSynonym of monoclinic.monoclinism(botany) The property of being monoclinous.monoclinous(botany) bisexual.monoclonalsplural of monoclonal monocodonic(genetics) Relating to a single codon monocolonalMisspelling of monoclonal.monocoloredAlternative form of monocoloured.monocolpate(botany) Having a single germinal furrow.monoconicalComposed of a single cone monocraciesplural of monocracy monocroppedOf land: used for monocropping.monocrotism(physiology) A condition in which the pulse curve or sphygmogram shows only a single crest, the dicrotic elevation entirely disappearing.monocrurateHaving a single crus (leglike shank)monocryptalAlternative form of unicryptal.monocrystalA single crystal monoctanoinA monoglyceride used to dissolve gallstones caused by cholesterol.monocularlyIn a monocular manner monoculture(agriculture) The cultivation of a single crop at a time.monocyclase(biochemistry) Any enzyme that catalyses a single cyclization reaction (typically at one end of a carotenoid such as lycopene)monocytemia(pathology) Synonym of monocytosis.monocytosesplural of monocytosis monocytosisAn increase in the number of circulating monocytes.monodactyleArchaic form of monodactyl.monodactyly(zoology) The presence of a single digit on a limb monodelphicAlternative form of monodelphous.monodendron(mathematics) A maximal connected subgraph of a dendrimer that shares only the coalescence node with a core.monodentate(chemistry) Describing a ligand that has only a single bond with the central atom.monodicallyAs a monody; in the monodic style.monodigitalSynonym of monodigit (in all senses)monododecyl(organic chemistry, in combination) A single dodecyl group in a compound monodynamicPossessing only one capacity or power.monoelaidin(organic chemistry) The monoglyceride of elaidic acid monoelastic(of a fabric) That stretches in one direction only monoepoxide(organic chemistry) Any compound containing a single epoxide group, especially when more than one is possible monoestrousThat comes into oestrus, and thus mates, only once per year monofectionAlternative form of monoinfection.monoferrousContaining a single ferrous iron atom or ion monofoliateSynonym of unifoliate.monofractal(mathematics) Describing a system that is fractal in only one way.monofucosyl(organic chemistry, in combination) A single fucosyl group in a compound monogallate(organic chemistry) Any compound that has a single gallate ion or group.monogalloyl(organic chemistry, in combination) A single galloyl group in a compound monogastric(zoology) Having a simple single-chambered stomach.monogeneansplural of monogenean monogeneity(mathematics) The condition of being monogenous monogeneousmonophyletic monogeneric(taxonomy) Containing only one known genus.monogenesis(anthropology) The theory that mankind originated with a single ancestor or ancestral couple.monogeneticHaving a single source, originating in one place at a single moment.monogenistsplural of monogenist monogenomic(genetics) Relating to a single genome monogermane(chemistry) Germanium tetrahydride.monoglacialOf an ice age, involving a single phase of ice sheet growth.monoglucose(biochemistry) A single glucose moiety in a macromolecule monognathicReferring to, or affecting only one of a pair of jaws.monognathid(ichthyology) Any fish in the family Monognathidae of onejaws.monogrammalArchaic form of monogrammic.monogrammedsimple past and past participle of monogram monogrammerOne who monograms.monogrammicSynonym of monogrammatic.monographedsimple past and past participle of monograph monographera writer of monographs monographicOf or pertaining to a monograph or treatise.monograptid(zoology) Any graptolite of the family Monograptidae.monohaploid(botany) Describing a monoploid plant that is normally diploid monohexosyl(organic chemistry, in combination) A single hexosyl group in a molecule monohydrate(chemistry) A hydrate whose solid contains a single molecule of water of crystallization per molecule, or per unit cell monohydride(organic chemistry) Any hydride having a single hydrogen atom monohydroxy(organic chemistry, in combination) Having a single hydroxy group in a molecule. E.g. a monool is monohydroxy/monohydric alcohol.monoinsularConsisting of, or pertaining to, a single island.monoisotope(physics) The principal (most abundant) isotope of an element monokinetic(physics, of particles in a beam) All having the same energy or velocity monokinetidA structure, in some protozoa, consisting of a single kinetid monolabeled(chemistry) labeled at a single position monolateralRelating to or involving only one side.monolatrism(religion) The worship of a single deity (while possibly believing in others).monolatrousWorshipping only one god.monolaurate(chemistry, especially in combination) Any salt or ester containing a single laurate group monolayeredIn the form of a monolayer.monoleucine(organic chemistry, in combination) A single leucine group in a compound monolexemicConsisting of a single lexeme.monolexicalConsisting of a single word.monoligated(chemistry) Having a single ligand monolimnionMisspelling of monimolimnion.monolingualKnowing or using a single language; written or spoken in a single language.monolinuronA selective systemic herbicide, pesticide and algaecide.monoliteralSynonym of uniliteral.monolithismExtreme rigidity or orthodoxy of a political or ideological movement monolithium(inorganic chemistry, in combination) A single lithium atom in a compound monolobularInvolving or relating to a single lobule.monolocularHaving a single loculus or cavity monologicalRelating to a monologue.monologizesthird-person singular simple present indicative of monologize monologuingpresent participle and gerund of monologue monologuiseAlternative form of monologuize.monologuistAlternative spelling of monologist.monologuize(intransitive) To give a monologue; to soliloquize.monomachistOne who fights in single combat; a duellist.monomaleate(organic chemistry) Any compound that has a single maleate group or ion monomaniacsplural of monomaniac monomannose(biochemistry) The monosaccharide form of mannose monomethine(organic chemistry, chiefly attributive) Any of a family of cyanine dyes having a structure of two rings joined by a methine bridge.monomethoxy(organic chemistry, in combination) A single methoxy group in a molecule monomialize(mathematics, transitive) To make into a monomial monomineralOf or relating to a single kind of mineral.monomodallyIn a single mode.monomodularHaving a single mode of operation monomorphicHaving or existing in a single shape or form.monomyarian(zoology) Of or relating to the Monomya, bivalves having only one adductor muscle.monomyeloicAlternative form of monomyeloid.monomyeloidSynonym of myelomonocytic.mononematic(entomology) Having electron-dense extracellular material localized to the junction between the cilia and the attachment cell. (of stretch receptor organs in insects and crustaceans)mononitrate(chemistry) Any nitrate having a single nitrate anion mononitride(inorganic chemistry) Any nitride having a single nitrogen atom in each molecule or unit cell mononuclear(biology) Having a single nucleus.monooxidaseAlternative form of monoxidase.monoparesisparalysis of a single limb monopareticExhibiting or relating to monoparesis.monopartiteHaving a single part monopatrism(Christianity) In Christian theology, teachings that hold the Father as a singular source of a particular relation, for example: notion that the Holy Spirit proceeds from the Father only, as from the singular source of eternal procession.monopentose(biochemistry) A monosaccharide pentose monopeptide(organic chemistry) Any peptide containing a single amino acid (combined with some other entity)monophagianA monophagous person monophagismSynonym of monophagy.monophagous(biology) That eats only one kind of food monophlebid(zoology) Any scale insect in the family Monophlebidae.monophonousAble to produce only one sound at a time.monophrasis(linguistics) Any word carrying a complete sense by itself; not a polylectic term.monophthongA vowel (in the sense of a sound rather than a letter of the alphabet) that has the same sound throughout its pronunciation, such as the short vowels in "pap", "pep", "pip", "pop" and "pup", as opposed to a diphthong (eg, /aɪ/, the vowel in "pipe") or a triphthong (eg, /aɪə/, the sound in the non-rhotic pronunciation of "pyre").monophyletyThe property of being monophyletic.monophylous(botany) Having a single leaf monophysismAlternative form of monophysitism.monophysiteDescribing the beliefs of a Μonophysite.monoplanistThe pilot of a monoplane.monoplastic(biology) That has one form, or retains its primary form.monopleuridAny (fossil) bivalve mollusc of the family Monopleuridae monopoiesis(biology) The production of monocytes.monopolarlyIn a monopolar fashion.monopolisedsimple past and past participle of monopolise monopoliserAlternative form of monopolizer.monopolistsplural of monopolist monopolizedsimple past and past participle of monopolize monopolizerOne who monopolizes.monopolizesthird-person singular simple present indicative of monopolize monopolymerSynonym of homopolymer.monoprionidmonoprionidian monoprotistComposed of a single protist monopsoniesplural of monopsony monopsonistA single buyer who dominates a market.monoquantal(biology) Composed of a single response monorailwaySynonym of monorail (“railroad system where trains run on one rail”).monorchidicHaving only one testicle.monoreagentA single reagent that is a mixture of several others monoreduced(organic chemistry) Having only one of two or more groups reduced monosaccateHaving a single saccus.monosaposinA saposin formed by cleavage of a disaposin or trisaposin monosegmentA single segment of a structure that contains multiple segments monosensory(physiology) Involving a single sense monoserviceOf or relating to a single service.monosomatic(geology) Composed of a single mineral monospeciesComposed of organisms of a single species monospermal(botany) Having only one seed.monospermicInvolving a single sperm cell.monosporousHaving a single spore.monostearin(organic chemistry) A monoglyceride of stearic acid monostichicBeing or relating to a monostich.monostomous(zoology) Having a single mouth or similar opening monostratalcomposed of or organized as a single stratum.monostropheA metrical composition having a single strophe monostylous(botany) Having a single style.monosulcateHaving a single sulcus.monosulfate(inorganic chemistry) Any salt that has a single sulfate group monosulfide(inorganic chemistry) Any sulfide having a single sulfur atom monosymptom(medicine) One symptom; the only symptom.monosynapseThe synapse involved in a monosynaptic relationship monotaskingFocusing on a single task.monotechnic(Nigeria) An educational institution where a single specific technical subject is taught.monotectoidDescribes the isothermal reversible change of a solid phase to form two different solid phases during cooling. This differs from a eutectoid in that a monotectoid includes two phases separated by a miscibility gap, and thus have the same crystal structure but different compositions.monotelicalAlternative form of monotelic.monoterpene(organic chemistry) Any terpene formed from two isoprene units, and having ten carbon atoms; either hydrocarbons such as pinene, or compounds with functional groups such as camphor.monothalmic(botany) Formed of a single pistil; said of fruits.monotheismsplural of monotheism monotheistsplural of monotheist monotherapy(medicine) A therapy which is administered by itself monothiolic(organic chemistry) Relating to a monothiol monothionic(inorganic chemistry) Containing a single sulfur atom monoticallyIn a monotic manner monotimbralCapable of playing only one timbre at a time.monotonallyIn a monotonal fashion.monotoneity(mathematics) The property of being monotone.monotremous(zoology) Related to the monotremes.monotrochal(biology, of an annelid larva) Having only a prototroch monotrophicThat which eats only one kind of food monotropismSynonym of monotropy.monotropoidAny of the subfamily Monotropoideae of flowering plants.monotrysianAny moth of the taxon Monotrysia monovacancyThe absence of a single atom or molecule in a crystal lattice.monovaccinemononucleosis vaccine monovalence(chemistry, rare) The state of being univalent.monovalencyThe quality of being monovalent.monovariant(mathematics) A variable whose value changes in one direction only (gets either larger or smaller)monovariateSynonym of univariate.monovoltineSynonym of univoltine.monoxerutinA particular flavonol.monozygotic(of a twin) That has developed from a single fertilized ovum.monseigneur(archaic) An honorific form of address for an eminent person in France, especially under the Ancien Régime.monsoonlikeResembling or characteristic of a monsoon.monstercock(rare, nonstandard) Alternative form of monster cock.monsterdick(slang, rare) A huge penis.monsterfest(slang) An event or experience characterized by monsters.monsterhoodThe condition of being a monster.monsterkindAll monsters, considered as a group.monsterlessDevoid of monsters.monsterlikeResembling or characteristic of a monster; monstrous, deformed.monsterlingA small or young monster.monstership(fiction) A compellation for a monster.monstrationA kind of flash mob popular in Russia, where young people take to the streets with homemade banners and placards sporting absurd, non-political slogans.monstricideThe act of killing a monster.monstrillid(zoology) Any copepod in the family Monstrillidae.monstrosityAn organism showing abnormal development or deformity.monstrouslyIn a monstrous manner.montbrayite(mineralogy) A triclinic-pinacoidal mineral containing antimony, gold, and tellurium.montelukast(pharmacology) A leukotriene antagonist (trademark Singulair) used orally in the form of its sodium salt C₃₅H₃₅ClNNaO₃S to treat asthma or to relieve the symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis.monteponite(mineralogy) An isometric-hexoctahedral black mineral containing cadmium and oxygen.monticolous(zoology) Living on a mountain.monticulateFurnished with monticles or little elevations.monticulous(archaic) monticulate montigenous(rare) Pertaining to or native to mountains.montologistA person who studies montology.montroseite(mineralogy) An orthorhombic-dipyramidal mineral containing hydrogen, iron, oxygen, and vanadium.montroydite(mineralogy) An orthorhombic-dipyramidal mineral containing mercury and oxygen.monumentaryRelating to monuments; monumental.monumentousmonumental; very large or important moodishnessQuality of being moodish.mooihoekite(mineralogy) A tetragonal-scalenohedral mineral with the chemical formula Cu₉Fe₉S₁₆ containing copper, iron, and sulfur.moombahcore(music) A subgenre of moombahton with dubstep influences.moonbattery(informal, derogatory, Internet) The behaviour or attitudes of moonbats; left-wing lunacy.mooncricketAlternative spelling of moon cricket.moonflowersplural of moonflower moonlightedIlluminated by moonlight.moonlighterA person who moonlights, working a second job on the side.moonshinersplural of moonshiner moonshining(informal, US) Illicit production and distribution of liquor.moonwalkersplural of moonwalker moonwatcherSynonym of moongazer.mooringpostAlternative form of mooring post.mooseburgerA burger made from moose meat.moralisticsThe study of morals.moralizingsplural of moralizing moralphobiaAn irrational fear of doing something that could be perceived by others as wrong moratoriumsplural of moratorium morbiditiesplural of morbidity morbidostat(biology) A device used to measure resistance of bacteria to drugs morbiferousmorbific; causing disease morcellator(surgery) An instrument used in morcellation morchelloid(mycology) Relating to or resembling morels of the genus Morchella.mordication(archaic) The act of biting or corroding.mordicative(archaic, figurative) Biting or corrosive.moreishnessThe state of being moreish.morgensternmorning star (spiked weapon)moribunditythe state or condition of being moribund morimotoite(mineralogy) An isometric-hexoctahedral black mineral containing calcium, iron, oxygen, silicon, and titanium.morisianine(organic chemistry) A pterocarpan isolated from the seeds of Bituminaria morisiana.mormaershipThe state or business of a mormaer.mormaorshipAlternative form of mormaership.mormyromastA tuberous electroreceptor organ found in the skin of weakly electric fish of the family Mormyridae from Africa which is specialized for electrolocation of objects.morningbirdA bird of species Pachycephala tenebrosa, native to Palau.morninglessWithout a morning.morningmare(rare, humorous) A nightmare experienced in the morning.morningnessThe characteristic of being most active and alert during the morning; being a morning person.morningstarAlternative spelling of morning star.morningtide(poetic, literary, archaic) Morning time.morningward(poetic) Toward morning.morolimumab(pharmacology) A human monoclonal antibody against the human Rhesus factor.moronecidin(biochemistry) An antimicrobial peptide present in the striped bass (of genus Morone)moronicallyIn a moronic manner.moronicnessThe quality of being moronic.moronocracyA government run by morons.morphealikeResembling or characteristic of morphea.morphicallyIn a morphic manner morphocline(evolutionary theory) A series of morphological transformations that occurs during the evolution of a species morphogenicOf or pertaining to a morphogen, a morphogene or morphogenesis.morphographA logical fragment of a word, such as prefix or suffix, used in teaching spelling.morphogroup(biology) Any of a group of organisms that have similar morphology (but may not be taxonomically related)morpholaxisMisspelling of morphallaxis.morpholinyl(organic chemistry, especially in combination) A radical derived from morpholine morphologicOf or pertaining to morphology; morphological.morphomaniamorphine addiction morphometrymeasuring the external form and dimensions of living organisms, landforms, and other objects.morphonemicAlternative form of morphophonemic.morphopathy(genetics, pathology) A disease or condition associated with a particular form of a gene.morphophyly(historical, biology, theory of recapitulation, rare) The direct study of the evolution of forms rather than observation of its supposed ontogenic recapitulation.morphoplasmkinoplasm, trophoplasm morphoscopyThe scientific examination of the shape of small particles or objects.morphospace(biology) A graphical representation of all the morphologies an organism could or does have, each point of which represents an individual shape.morphostage(biology) Any distinct stage in the metamorphosis of an insect morphotaxon(taxonomy) A taxon of a group of organisms classified according to morphology alone morphothionThe insecticide O,O-dimethyl S-morpholinocarbonylmethyl phosphorodithioate morphotypicRelating to a morphotype morroniside(organic chemistry) A glycoside isolated from Lonicera morrowii.morronosideMisspelling of morroniside.morsitation(obsolete, rare) The act of biting or gnawing, especially by insects.morsuximideAn anticonvulsant drug.mortalitiesplural of mortalitie mortarboardA rectangular board, with a handle, on which mortar or plaster is carried: a hawk.mortgagableAlternative spelling of mortgageable.mortichnium(chiefly in the plural) The trail or trace left by a dying animal, especially as preserved in a fossil.mortiferous(now rare) Causing spiritual death.mortifiedlyIn a mortified manner.mosapramine(pharmacology) A particular antipsychotic drug.mosasaurineAny extinct squamate mosasaur of subfamily Mosasaurinae mosasauroidAny extinct aquatic reptile of the superfamily Mosasauroidea, variously interpreted as related to or belonging to the lizards or the snakes.moscofileroAlternative form of moschofilero.mosquegoingAlternative form of mosque-going.mosquitoishResembling or characteristic of a mosquito.mosstrooperAlternative spelling of moss-trooper.mostaccioliA type of penne pasta which resembles ziti.motatorious(zoology, archaic) In perpetual vibratory motion; said of the legs of some spiders and crane-flies, etc.motavizumab(pharmacology) A humanized monoclonal antibody being investigated for the prevention of respiratory syncytial virus infection in high-risk infants.mothafuckerAlternative spelling of motherfucker.mothafuggah(nonstandard) Alternative spelling of motherfucker.mothballingpresent participle and gerund of mothball motherboard(computer hardware) The primary circuit board of a personal computer, containing the circuitry for the central processing unit, keyboard, mouse and monitor, together with slots for other devices.mothercraftThe knowledge and skills associated with motherhood mothereffer(minced oath) Motherfucker.motherfucka(vulgar) Pronunciation spelling of motherfucker.motherfuggaAlternative spelling of motherfucker.motherfukkaAlternative spelling of motherfucker.motherhouseThe monastery from which the other 'houses' of a religious order or congregation were (directly or indirectly) founded, often eponymous.motherinessThe quality of being mothery.motheringlyIn a mothering manner; maternally; so as to coddle.motherlandsplural of motherland motherlodesplural of motherlode motherlover(euphemistic, slang, derogatory) Motherfucker.motherplantAlternative spelling of mother plant.motherworldSynonym of homeworld (“the world on which a person originated”).mothprooferAny substance used to make things mothproof.motivatableAble to be motivated.motivationsplural of motivation motivically(music) In accordance with, or by means of, a motif.motocrosserOne who takes part in the sport of motocross.motogenesis(biology) The promotion of cellular motility.motographicRelating to the motograph.motoneuroneAlternative form of motoneuron.motoneuronsplural of motoneuron motorbikingpresent participle and gerund of motorbike motorboaterSomeone who pilots a motorboat.motorcabmanThe man who operates a motorcab.motorcycler(rare, nonstandard) A motorcyclist.motorcyclesplural of motorcycle motorgliderAlternative form of motor glider.motorically(biology) In terms of the motor faculties.motorizableCapable of being motorized.motormouthsplural of motormouth motorneuronAlternative spelling of motor neuron.motorpathic(archaic) kinesiatric motorphobiaFear or dislike of automobiles or riding in one.motorsailer(nautical) A vessel (usually a pleasure craft) that has been designed for both sailing and motor operation.motorsportsplural of motorsport motosensorySynonym of sensorimotor.mototaxistaThe driver of a mototaxi.motretinide(pharmacology) An antiacne drug.mottephobiaAn irrational fear of moths or butterflies.mottlednessThe quality of being mottled.mouchardism(historical) The activity of police spies in France.mouchrabiehAlternative form of mashrabiyya.mouillation(phonetics) The act of uttering the sound of a mouillé letter.mouldicallyIn a mould creating manner.mouldmakingThe manufacture of moulds: the trade of the mouldmaker.moumouvirusA mimivirus of the genus Moumouvirus mountaineer(now rare) A person who lives in a mountainous area (often with the connotation that such people are outlaws or uncivilized).mountaingemAny hummingbird in the genus Lampornis.mountainite(mineralogy) A monoclinic-prismatic white mineral containing calcium, hydrogen, oxygen, potassium, silicon, and sodium.mountainousHaving many mountains; characterized by mountains; of the nature of a mountain; rough (terrain); rocky.mountaintopThe summit of a mountain.mountebanksplural of mountebank mountenance(obsolete) A given amount, value, or extent of time or distance.mountweazelAlternative letter-case form of Mountweazel.moupinamide(organic chemistry) The phenolic amide (E)-3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-N-[2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethyl]prop-2-enamide mouseburgerA woman of no particular intellect or attractiveness.mousefucker(slang, derogatory, offensive, vulgar) Term of abuse.mouseholingThe urban warfare tactic of creating access to adjoining rooms or buildings by blasting or tunnelling through a wall, so as to avoid the open streets.moustachial(zoology) Resembling a moustache; applied to certain markings on birds.moustachiosplural of moustachio mouthedness(in combinations) The state or quality of having a particular type of mouth.mouthfucker(slang, offensive, derogatory, vulgar) One who mouthfucks.mouthorgansplural of mouthorgan mouthpieced(often in combination) Having a mouthpiece.mouthpiecesplural of mouthpiece mouthwashesplural of mouthwash movablenessThe quality or state of being movable; mobility.moveabilityAlternative form of movability.moviehousesplural of moviehouse moviemakersplural of moviemaker moviemakingThe production of movies moxibustion(folk medicine) The burning of moxa against the skin to treat pain or illness.moxicoumoneAn anticoagulant.moxidectineAlternative form of moxidectin.mozzarellasplural of mozzarella mucicarmine(chiefly attributive) A staining procedure used in microbiology to identify a variety of microorganisms based on whether or not the cell wall stains intensely red.mucinolysisThe breakdown or dissolution of mucin.mucinolyticThat dissolves, breaks down or hydrolyses mucins muckrackingMisspelling of muckraking.mucoaqueous(anatomy) Containing both mucus and water, especially in reference to the tear film of the ocular surface.mucociliaryOf or pertaining to the action of cilia in transporting mucus.mucocomplexA complex mixture of mucopolysaccharides.mucofibrousmucous and fibrous mucogenesisformation of mucus mucokineticSomething that restores normal movement to mucus; an active ingredient in some cough medicines.mucomimeticThat mimics the function of mucin muconodularContaining mucous nodules.mucopeptidepeptidoglycan mucoprotein(biochemistry) Any of a group of widely-distributed natural compounds that exist as complexes of proteins with mucopolysaccharides.mucoraceous(mycology, relational) Of or relating to the Mucoraceae.mucosectomy(surgery) A partial resection of the wall of the bowel (as deep as the submucosa)mucothermal(medicine) Of a contraceptive method, based on the monitoring of the woman's cervical mucus and changes in her body temperature.mucothermicSynonym of mucothermal.mucoviscousmucous and viscous mucronatelyIn a mucronate fashion.mucronationThe property of being mucronate.mucroniform(botany, rare) Having a sharp pointed end or mucro.mucronulateHaving, or tipped with, a small point or points.muddlednessQuality of being muddled.muddwellingAlternative form of mud-dwelling.mudlessnessAbsence of mud.mudsharking(slang, derogatory, offensive) An act or instance of a nonblack person, usually a white woman, seeking sexual relationships with black people, usually men.mudskippersplural of mudskipper mudslingersplural of mudslinger mudslingingCasting aspersions with intent to discredit.mudwrestlerSomeone that practices mud wrestling muezzinlikeResembling or characteristic of a muezzin.muffishnessThe quality of being muffish.mufflednessThe quality of being muffled.mufflerlessWithout a muffler.muggabilityThe quality of being muggable.mulberryingThe gathering of mulberries.muleskinner(slang) A mule driver; the whip used by such a driver.muleteeringThe work of a muleteer, driving mules.muliebrious(formal) muliebral; womanly; feminine muliebritieObsolete spelling of muliebrity.mulierosity(archaic, nonce word) A fondness for women.mullahcracyRule by Islamic religious leaders, or mullahs.mulleygrubsAlternative form of mulligrubs (“low spirits, mild depression, the blues”).multangularHaving many angles.multanimousHaving many minds or aspects; many-sided.multiaccessaccessible to many multiacinarHaving multiple acini multiagencyInvolving multiple agencies.multiangledOf more than one angle.multianimalInvolving multiple animals multiannualRelating to more than one year.multianswerHaving or relating to more than one answer.multiaspectRelating to, or exhibiting multiple aspects multiatomic(chemistry, physics) Involving multiple atoms multiattack(fantasy gaming) A multiple attack.multiauthorWritten by more than one author.multiaxonalRelating to or composed of multiple axons.multibagger(finance) An equity stock that gives a return of more than 100%.multibandedHaving or employing multiple bands.multibarrelHaving more than one barrel.multibaryonInvolving or pertaining to more than one baryon.multibladedHaving multiple blades.multibodiedComposed of multiple bodies multibottleOf or relating to more than one bottle.multibounceInvolving more than one bounce of a signal, such as radar.multibranchOf or pertaining to more than one branch (in various senses).multibridgeInvolving more than one bridge.multibuddedThat has developed multiple buds multibufferOf or pertaining to more than one buffer.multibureauInvolving more than one bureau or office.multiburialOf or relating to more than one burial.multibuttonHaving or relating to more than one button.multicameraInvolving or relating to more than one camera.multicampusOf or pertaining to more than one campus.multicancerInvolving multiple cancers.multicapsidHaving multiple capsids multicarbonAlternative spelling of multi-carbon.multicareerOf or relating to more than one career.multicastedtransmitted in the form of a multicast multicausalhaving multiple causes multicavityHaving multiple cavities multicavous(archaic, rare) Having many cavities.multicelled(of an organism) Having many cells; multicellular.multicenterOf or pertaining to multiple centers.multicentreAlternative form of multicenter.multichangeInvolving more than one change.multichargeInvolving, or capable of holding, more than one charge.multichroicMultiply dichroic multiclauseOf or relating to more than one clause.multiclientOf or pertaining to more than one client.multiclutchOf or relating to more than one clutch (in various senses).multicoatedHaving multiple coatings.multicohortInvolving multiple cohorts multicolorsAlternative form of multicolours.multicolour(British spelling) Alternative form of multicolor.multicolumn(chiefly computing) Of or pertaining to more than one column.multiconvex(mathematics) Relating to multiple convex sets or variables multicookerA multifunctional cooker.multicopiesMultiple copies.multicopperApplied to a class of oxidase enzymes that oxidize their substrate by accepting electrons at a mononuclear copper centre and transferring them to a trinuclear copper centre.multicopterA rotorcraft propelled by multiple rotors.multicountyConsisting of, or pertaining to, multiple counties.multicourseHaving multiple courses.multicrisisInvolving more than one crisis.multicursal(sometimes figurative) Of a maze or labyrinth: having more than one possible route between the centre and the outside.multicuspedHaving multiple cusps multicuspidHaving multiple cusps.multicyclicHaving several cycles multidecadeExtending over multiple decades.multideckedHaving more than one deck.multidegree(mathematics) The tuple (properly though a multiset) of the degrees of defining hypersurfaces for a complete intersection.multideviceInvolving or having multiple devices.multidoctorComprising or employing multiple doctors.multidomainOf, pertaining to, or acting across multiple domains multidriverInvolving more than one driver.multiductal(physiology) Relating to multiple ducts multiduplexComposed of multiple duplex structures multiengineHaving more than one engine.multiennialRelating to multiple years multienzyme(biochemistry) Any protein having two or more catalytic functions multiethnicOf, pertaining to, or consisting of several ethnic groups.multiexonicOf or relating to more than one exon.multiextent(computing) Consisting of more than one extent.multifacialHaving or relating to more than one face.multifactorOf or pertaining to more than one factor.multifamilyOf or relating to more than one family.multifandomInvolving or participating in more than one fandom.multifarityThe quality of being multifarious; multifariousness.multifemale(biology) Comprising more than one female.multiferousBearing or producing much or many; fruitful.multifidousSynonym of multifid, split into many parts.multifigureOf more than one figure.multifilterA multiple filter multifingerHaving, or for use with, multiple fingers multiflightHaving or pertaining to multiple flights (of stairs, screws, airline tickets, etc.).multifloralOf or relating to more than one (variety of) flower.multifoetalAlternative form of multifetal.multifoiledBearing a multifoil.multiforest(computing) Of or relating to more than one forest.multiforkedHaving more than one fork or division.multiformatAccessible in more than one format.multiformedSynonym of multiform.multiformlyIn a multiform manner.multiframedSynonym of multiframe.multifueledPowered by more than one type of fuel.multigallonOf more than one gallon.multigappedHaving multiple gaps multigearedHaving more than one gear.multigenderOf, or pertaining to, more than one gender.multigenomeOf or pertaining to multiple genomes.multiglobal(sciences) Of multiple globes.multigradedSynonym of multigrade.multigrainsMultiple types of grain, usually in processed form.multigramme(British spelling) Alternative spelling of multigram.multigravidDescribing a woman who has been pregnant multiple times.multigyrateHaving many convolutions.multihadronInvolving multiple hadrons.multihazardInvolving more than one type of hazard.multiheadedHaving multiple heads multihearthHaving more than one hearth.multiherbalInvolving more than one herb.multihoming(computing) A technique to increase the reliability of a network connection by means of additional, alternative network interfaces or IP addresses.multihornedHaving several horns.multihulled(nautical) Having more than one hull multihyphalHaving multiple hyphae multijugate(botany, of a pinnate leaf) Having more than one pair of leaflets.multikernelRelating to multiple kernels multikinase(biochemistry) Used attributively to describe interaction with multiple kinases e.g. multikinase inhibitor multilayoutOf or relating to more than one layout.multileaderHaving or relating to more than one leader.multilectalRelating to more than one lect.multilectinRelating to, or employing multiple lectins multileggedHaving more than one leg.multilender(finance) Involving more than one lender.multilengthRelating to multiple lengths.multileptonInvolving multiple leptons multilesionHaving multiple lesions multilevelsMultiple levels.multiligandHaving or involving multiple ligands multilimbedHaving multiple limbs.multilinealHaving many lines, for example lines of descent multilinearHaving many lines.multilinkedLinked in multiple ways.multilithedprinted by means of a Multilith multiloader(computing, dated) A piece of software that multiloads.multilobateHaving more than one lobe.multilockedSecured by more than one lock.multilogismThe inclusion and acceptance of divergent lines of reasoning within a single text, discussion, or approach to a question.multimagnonInvolving multiple magnons.multimannedManned by a crew of more than one.multimarkerHaving or relating to multiple markers.multimarketOf or pertaining to more than one market.multimastedAlternative form of multi-masted.multimaster(computing) Relating to more than one master.multimatrixOf or relating to more than one matrix.multimedialPertaining to multiple media.multimediumOf or pertaining to more than one medium.multimember(politics, of a district) Having more than one member (political representative).multimemory(computing) Having or relating to more than one memory.multimergerOf or relating to more than one merger.multimeriseAlternative form of multimerize.multimerizeTo convert into a multimer (by multimerization)multimetersplural of multimeter multimethodEmploying multiple methods.multimetricBased upon multiple metrics.multimirror(chiefly attributive) multiple mirrors multimoduleHaving or pertaining to more than one module.multimorbidSuffering from more than one chronic illness at the same time.multimurderInvolving more than one murder.multimuseumOf or pertaining to more than one museum.multinationOf or pertaining to more than one nation.multineedle(of a device) Having multiple needles multineuralRelating to multiple neurons multineuronInvolving multiple neurons multinodateHaving many knots or nodes.multinodousmultinodate; having many knots or nodes multinomial(mathematics) polynomial multinormal(statistics, of a distribution) multivariate and normal multinumber(telecommunications) Relating to more than one telephone number.multiobjectInvolving, or derived from multiple objects multioccupyTo occupy or house by means of multioccupation multioctaveOf or pertaining to more than one octave.multiocularHaving multiple eyes.multioptionThat involves multiple options multioutletHaving or pertaining to more than one (usually electrical) outlet.multioutputHaving multiple outputs.multipacketComposed of multiple packets multipactor(physics) An element of a radio-frequency amplifier that produces a resonant electronic discharge multiparcelOf or pertaining to more than one parcel.multiparentHaving multiple parents.multiparityThe condition of being multiparous multiparousHaving two or more pregnancies resulting in viable offspring.multiparterA work, such as an article or television broadcast, in multiple parts published sequentially.multipartonInvolving multiple partons multipathedAlternative form of multipath.multipeakedHaving multiple peaks.multipeakonOf or relating to more than one peakon.multipedousHaving, or involving many feet or legs multiperiodRelating to multiple periods.multipersonOf or pertaining to more than one person.multiphasedConsisting of multiple phases (in all senses)multiphaserSynonym of polyphaser.multiphasicHaving many phases.multiphobicHaving more than one phobia.multiphonic(music) Having the character of multiphonics: sounding two or more pitches at the same time multiphononConcerning multiple phonons multiphotonInvolving multiple photons multipistonInvolving, or comprising, more than one piston.multiplanarOf or pertaining to multiple planes.multiplanetInvolving multiple planets multiplayer(games) Requiring or allowing multiple (or more than the usual two) players to play simultaneously.multiplexedsimple past and past participle of multiplex multiplexerA device that interleaves several activities; a switching device.multiplexesthird-person singular simple present indicative of multiplex multiplexorAlternative spelling of multiplexer.multipliersplural of multiplier multiploidyThe state of being multiploid multiplyingpresent participle and gerund of multiply multipolicyHaving or pertaining to more than one policy.multiporousHaving multiple pores.multiportedHaving more than one port.multiposter(Internet) One who multiposts.multipotentHaving the power to do many different things.multiquanta(physics) Involving multiple quanta multiracialComposed of, or having a mixture of, multiple races.multiradialHaving multiple arms or other radiating parts multiramose(dated) Having many branches.multiramousAlternative form of multiramose.multiregimethat involves multiple regimes multiregionAlternative form of multiregional.multirepeatHaving multiple repeat units multiroomedHaving multiple rooms.multirootedHaving more than one root.multisampleConsisting of more than one sample.multiscalarRelating to multiple scales multischema(databases) Of or pertaining to more than one (database) schema.multischemeOf or pertaining to more than one scheme.multischoolHaving or pertaining to more than one school.multiscientKnowing many things.multiscious(obsolete, rare) Having much or varied knowledge.multiscopicOf 3D imaging systems: involving multiple viewpoints.multiscreenHaving multiple screens.multiscriptComprising or relating to more than one script.multisearchOf or relating to more than one search.multiseasonOf or pertaining to more than one season.multiseatedHaving more than one seat.multisecondSpanning, or pertaining to, more than one second.multisectorInvolving multiple sectors.multiselect(computing, graphical user interface) To select multiple items as part of a single selection.multisenderInvolving more than one sender.multisensorThat employs multiple sensors.multiseptalRelating to, or containing multiple septa multiserial(zoology, botany) Arranged in multiple rows multiserver(computing) Involving or pertaining to more than one server.multisetose(biology) Having many setae, or bristles.multisexualOf, or pertaining to, more than one sex.multisignalOf or relating to more than one signal.multisignedHaving or consisting of multiple signs (in various senses).multiskillsMultiple skills.multisocketHaving or relating to more than one socket.multisonantProducing many sounds.multisonousHaving many sounds.multisortedsorted in multiple ways multisourceEmploying multiple sources multispacer(genetics) Involving multiple spaces between gene sequences multisphereInvolving multiple spheres multispinor(physics) A combination of multiple spinors.multispiralHaving many closely-spaced spirals (usually of an operculum).multispiredHaving multiple spires.multisplineInvolving, or relating to, more than one spline.multispokedHaving multiple spokes.multisporalSynonym of multispore.multisportsOf or pertaining to multiple sports multistableHaving multiple states of stability (or instability)multistagesMultiple stages.multistaticContaining multiple static (radar) units multistatusHaving or relating to more than one status.multistoreyAlternative spelling of multi-storey.multistrainOf many strains (in various senses).multistrandComposed of multiple strands.multistreamInvolving more than one stream.multistreetOf or pertaining to more than one street.multistrike(of an ink ribbon in a typewriter or printer) Capable of producing multiple impressions from the same segment of ribbon.multistringHaving multiple strings (any sense).multistripeHaving multiple stripes.multistrokeInvolving more than one stroke (as of a pen).multistyledHaving or employing multiple styles.multisubsetA subset that is a multiset, i.e. one in which a given element can occur more than once.multisulfur(chemistry) Of a compound, having more than one sulfur atom multisutureInvolving more than one suture.multisymbolInvolving more than one symbol.multisystemOf or pertaining to more than one system (especially computer systems)multitabbed(computing, graphical user interface) Having multiple tabs.multitabledsimple past and past participle of multitable multitailedHaving more than one tail.multitalent(uncountable) The quality of being multitalented.multitargetHaving multiple targets.multitaskedsimple past and past participle of multitask multitaskerSomeone who multitasks, who performs multiple tasks at the same time.multitenantOf or pertaining to more than one tenant.multitheismThe existence of multiple forms of theism, as in a society.multitheistOf or pertaining to multitheism multithemedHaving more than one theme.multithreadHaving multiple threads multiticketOf or pertaining to more than one ticket.multitieredHaving multiple tiers; (by extension) complex or ornate.multitissue(biology) Relating to multiple tissues multitocous(biology, rare) Giving birth to multiple young at one time; synonym of multiparous and polytocous.multitraumaRelating to multiple traumas, as for example thoracic, abdominal, and extremity trauma all resulting from the same traumatic event.multitribalOf or pertaining to more than one tribe.multiturretHaving more than one turret.multivagant(obsolete, rare) wandering a lot multivalent(chemistry) Having more than one valency or having a valency greater than 3; polyvalent.multivalued(mathematics) Of a function, associating one or more values of its range with each value of its domain.multivalvarSynonym of multivalvular (less common)multivalvedHaving more than one valve.multivector(mathematics) A geometric Clifford number (=adding some 0-vector (=scalar) and an oriented rotation (=bivector) or even a volume (=trivector) to a unidirectional 1-vector).multiveinedHaving multiple veins multivendorOf or pertaining to more than one vendor.multiversalOf or pertaining to the multiverse.multiversesplural of multiverse multivesselHaving or needing multiple vessels multivictimInvolving more than one victim.multiviewerA combination of software and hardware permitting multiple displays to be shown together on a single display.multivoicedHaving more than one voice.multivolent(obsolete) Of many minds or wills.multivoltinDated form of multivoltine.multivolume(of a written work) Having multiple volumes.multivorous(biology, demography) Liking or consuming more than one kind of product.multivortexRelating to multiple vortices multiwalledHaving multiple walls multiweaponOf or pertaining to more than one weapon.multiweightOf more than one weight or weight category.multiwelledHaving multiple wells (depressions for liquid)multiwickedHaving more than one wick.multiwindow(computing, graphical user interface) Involving or permitting multiple windows at the same time.multiwordedSynonym of multi-word.multiwormerA dewormer that treats an animal for multiple kinds of worm.multiwriterInvolving multiple writers.multizipperHaving multiple zippers (zip fasteners)mulukhiyyahAlternative form of mulukhiyah.mumbledypegAlternative form of mumblety peg.mumbletypegAlternative form of mumblety peg.mumfluencer(UK, informal, neologism) A mother who is an influencer on social media, typically using this platform to promote consumer products, offer parenting advice, or document her child's upbringing.mumpishnesssulkiness; sullenness munchkinism(roleplaying games) A playing style that concentrates on increasing one's character's power and capabilities.mundanenessThe characteristic of being mundane; ordinariness; worldliness.mundanitiesplural of mundanity mundificant(archaic) Serving to cleanse and heal.mundivagant(formal) Wandering across the world; globetrotting.municipallyIn a municipal manner.municycling(cycling, informal) Synonym of mountain unicycling.munificenceThe quality of being munificent; generosity.munitioneer(military) A manufacturer of munitions; someone who manufactures munitions; a munitioner murderessesplural of murderess murderouslyIn a murderous manner; as if wanting to commit murder; extremely angrily.muristerone(organic chemistry) Any of a particular group of insecticidal phytosteroids murmurationAn act or instance of murmuring.murmuringlyWith a murmuring sound.murmurouslyIn a murmurous manner.muropeptideAny peptidoglycan associated with a cell wall.murrangatin(organic chemistry) A coumarin found in Murraya intermedia (syn. Murraya elongata).murrayacine(organic chemistry) A particular organic compound found in the leaves of the curry tree (Murraya koenigii).murrayanine(organic chemistry) A particular organic compound found in the leaves of the curry tree (Murraya koenigii).muscallongeAlternative form of muskellunge.muscarinismmycetism by mushrooms of the species Amanita muscaria muscatoriumSynonym of flabellum (“fan used in religious ceremonies”).muscicapineof or pertaining to Old Word flycatchers of the genus Muscicapa.muscicolous(biology, mycology) Growing with mosses.muscleblind(biochemistry) Any of a family of proteins that are RNA-binding factors.muscleboundHaving pronounced muscle development through weightlifting, bodybuilding, or other physical exercise.musclebrain(US, slang, derogatory) A large, strong, but inept, bumbling, buffoonish or unintelligent man.musclewomanAlternative form of muscle woman.muscologistOne who studies muscology.musculamine(biochemistry, archaic) A substance isolated from muscle, later identified as spermine.muscularitySynonym of musculature.muscularizeTo increase the size of the muscles.musculation(anatomy) The muscular system of an animal, or of any of its parts musculatureThe collection of all muscles in a single body or in a single organ.musculosity(rare) Muscularity.musefulnessThe quality of being museful; pensiveness.museographyThe description of museum collections.museologistA specialist in museology museumesque(rare) Museumlike.museumgoingVisiting a museum or museums, especially habitually or regularly.museumobileA vehicle that operates as a mobile museum.mushrebiyehAlternative form of mashrabiyya.mushroomingThe act of gathering mushrooms.mushroomoid(rare) Resembling a mushroom.musicaholic(informal) A person who loves music.musicalisedsimple past and past participle of musicalise musicalizedsimple past and past participle of musicalize musicalizesthird-person singular simple present indicative of musicalize musicalnessQuality of being musical.musicianess(rare) A female musician.musicmakingThe composition or the playing of music.musicmonger(archaic) A seller of music.musicogenicCaused by music.musicologicmusicological musicomaniaA form of monomania involving an unnatural obsession with music musicophileOne who loves music.muskellungeA large freshwater gamefish of the pike family, native to the lakes and rivers of eastern and middle western North America; Esox masquinongy.musketproofresistant to damage by muskets muslimaniacAlternative letter-case form of Muslimaniac.muslimonazi(derogatory) Someone with Islamonazi views mussaulchee(India, archaic) A torchbearer.mussitation(medicine) A comatose patient's action of forming words with their lips without producing sound.mustachioedsimple past and past participle of mustachio mustardlessWithout mustard.mustardlikeResembling mustard mutablenessThe quality of being mutable; mutability.mutafacientcapable of inducing mutation (used mainly of intracellular agents)mutagenesesplural of mutagenesis mutagenesis(genetics) The creation or formation of a genetic mutation.mutagenetic(genetics) Relating to mutagenesis.mutagenisedAlternative form of mutagenized.mutagenizedsimple past and past participle of mutagenize mutanolysin(biochemistry) A muralytic enzyme, obtained from Streptomyces, that is used in laboratories to degrade bacteria and to isolate DNA mutationism(biology) A theory emphasizing mutation as a creative principle and source of discontinuity in evolutionary change, particularly associated with the founders of modern genetics.mutationistOne who believes in the theory of mutationism.muthafuckah(nonstandard) Alternative spelling of motherfucker.muthmannite(mineralogy) A monoclinic-prismatic mineral containing gold, silver, and tellurium.mutilationsplural of mutilation mutteration(nonce word) An act of muttering or complaining.mutteringlyWith a muttering sound.muttonchopsplural of muttonchop muttongrassPoa fendleriana, a grass native to western North America.muttonheadsplural of muttonhead muttoninessQuality of being muttony.mutualistic(biology) Mutually beneficial.mutualitiesplural of mutuality mycenaceous(mycology, relational) Of or relating to the Mycenaceae.mycetobiontSynonym of mycobiont.mycetophageAlternative form of mycophage.mycetophagyAlternative form of mycophagy.mycetopodid(zoology) Any freshwater mussel in the family Mycetopodidae.mycobiology(biology) The biology of fungi mycobionticRelating to a mycobiont mycocentricFrom the point of view of, or only considering fungi mycocerosic(organic chemistry) Relating to mycocerosic acids or their derivatives mycocultureThe cultivation of mushrooms.mycodermousRelating to mycoderma.mycolactone(organic chemistry) A polyketide macrolide produced by mycobacteria mycolipenic(organic chemistry) Relating to mycolipenic acid or its derivatives mycologicalOf or pertaining to mycology or to fungi mycomorphicHaving the form or perspective of a mushroom or fungus.mycopeptoneAny of a family of peptones derived from fungi.mycophagistA person who eats fungi.mycophagousfungus-eating.mycoplasmalOf or pertaining to mycoplasma.mycoplasmasplural of mycoplasma mycoplasmicOf or pertaining to mycoplasma.mycoproteinA food product derived from fungus, the basis of Quorn.mycoredoxin(biochemistry) An oxidoreductase that reduces arsenates to arsenite, typically as a defence mechanism against arsenic poisoning.mycorrhizaeplural of mycorrhiza mycorrhizalOf or pertaining to a mycorrhiza.mycorrhizasplural of mycorrhiza mycorrhized(botany) That has a mycorrhiza (symbiotic relationship with a fungus)mycorrhizicOf or pertaining to a mycorrhiza.mycorrhyzalMisspelling of mycorrhizal.mycosanoate(organic chemistry) Any salt or ester of mycosanoic acid mycosphericRelating to, or originating in the mycosphere mycosporine(biochemistry) Any of many complex amino acids, having a central cyclohexene ring, that protect organisms from ultraviolet light mycosterolsplural of mycosterol mycotecture(architecture) experimental architectural structures grown out of mushrooms mycotextileA textile fashioned from threads of a fungus mycotrophic(botany) Describing any plant that obtains (all or some of) its nutrients through symbiosis with fungi myelinatingpresent participle and gerund of myelinate myelinationThe production of a coating of myelin around an axon myeloblastsplural of myeloblast myelocytomaA tumour, typically of fowl, composed of myelocytes myelogenousOriginating in, or produced by, bone marrow myelography(medicine) A type of radiographic examination that uses a contrast medium to detect pathology of the spinal cord, including the location of a spinal cord injury, cysts, and tumors.myelolipomaA benign tumor-like lesion composed of mature adipose tissue and haematopoietic elements.myelomatous(pathology) Relating to a myeloma myelopathicOf or pertaining to myelopathy.myeloplaqueAlternative form of myeloplax.myeloplegiaspinal paralysis mygalomorph(zoology) Any member of the infraorder Mygalomorphae of spiders with parallel, downward-running fangs.myliobatoidAny ray (fish) of the superfamily Myliobatoidea or the superorder Myliobatoidei mynoglenine(zoology) Any spider of the linyphiid subfamily Mynogleninae.myoablativeMisspelling of myeloablative.myoactivityThe condition of being myoactive myoblastomaA blastoma associated with muscle fibers myocarditicHaving or relating to myocarditis.myocarditis(pathology, cardiology) Inflammation of the myocardium.myocastorid(zoology) Any rodent in the family Myocastoridae; a nutria or coypu.myocellularRelating to muscle cells myocerebralRelating to, or affecting the muscles and the brain myoclonusesplural of myoclonus myocommatalRelating to myocommas myocytokineAlternative form of myokine.myodesopsiaThe perception of floaters in the vitreous humour.myodynamics(physiology) The part of physiology related the principles of muscular contraction and forces.myodystonia(pathology) Any general disorder of muscular tone myoelectricUsing, or pertaining to, myoelectricity myofibrosis(pathology) fibrosis of muscle tissue myofibroticRelating to myofibrosis myofilamentA filament within a myofibril, constructed from proteins myofunctionThe function of a particular muscle myogenicityThe condition of being myogenic myoglobulin(biochemistry) The globulin of muscle tissue myohaematin(biology, archaic) cytochrome.myoinositol(organic chemistry) The most commonly-occurring isomer of inositol.myoinvasiveinvasive to muscle tissue myonecrosisnecrosis of muscle tissue myonecroticRelating to myonecrosis.myopalladin(biochemistry) A particular sarcomeric protein myopericyteA type of spindle-shaped cell residing within muscle tissue.myophysicalRelating to myophysics.myopiagenicThat causes myopia.myopiogenicMisspelling of myopiagenic.myopization(medicine) The development of myopia.myorelaxantA muscle relaxant.myorelaxingThat relaxes the muscles.myorhabdoid(in fish) Describing rodlike muscle tissue myorhythmiarhythmic movement of muscle tissue myorhythmicRelating to myorhythmia.myoskeletalRelating to muscles and the skeleton myotendinalAlternative form of myotendinous.myotoxicity(uncountable) The condition of being myotoxic myotropicalAlternative form of myotropic.myovascularOf or relating to a muscle and its blood vessels.myriagramme(British spelling) Alternative spelling of myriagram.myriametricHaving dimensions in the order of myriametres.myriaporoneAny of a group of macrolide antitumor agents myricaceous(botany) Belonging to the family Myricaceae of bog myrtles and close relatives.myringotomeA surgical knife used for paracentesis of the eardrum.myringotomy(surgery) The surgical procedure of making a tiny incision in the eardrum, to relieve pressure caused by the excessive buildup of fluid, or to drain pus.myriologistA singer or composer of a myriologue.myristoleicOf or pertaining to myristoleic acid or its derivatives.myristylateTo undergo myristoylation.myrmecobiid(zoology) Any marsupial in the family Myrmecobiidae; a numbat.myrmecology(entomology) The study of ants.myrmeleonidAlternative form of myrmeleontid.myrmidonianConsisting of, or like, myrmidons.myrothenone(organic chemistry) Any of a group of formamido cyclopentenones present in Myrothecium fungi mysteriarch(obsolete outside of fantasy) One who rules over mysteries.mysterizingpresent participle and gerund of mysterize mysterylessDevoid of mystery.mysticalityThe characteristic of being mystical; mysticism.mysticalize(transitive) Synonym of mysticize.mysticetousOf or relating to the mysticete whales.mystifiedlyIn a mystified manner.mythicalityThe quality of being mythical.mythicizingpresent participle and gerund of mythicize mythizationconversion into a myth mythographyA depiction of a myth in literature or the arts.mythoheroicRelating to heroic myths.mythologemeAlternative form of mythologem.mythologianA mythologist.mythologiesplural of mythology 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virus) responsible for myxomatosis in rabbits myxomycetesplural of myxomycete myxopyronin(medicine) Any of several naturally-occurring antibiotics obtained from myxobacteria myxosarcomaA rare malignant tumor of the heart.myxospermicRelating to myxospermy myxosporeanA microscopic parasite of the class Myxosporea myxothiazol(biochemistry) An inhibitor of complex III.myxovirusesplural of myxovirus

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