noun, technical - explosive shells fired from anti-aircraft guns, aimed at shooting down planes
noun - severe criticism or disapproval
noun - a person who makes or repairs things out of gold, such as jewelry or ornaments
verb - to make a slight involuntary grimace or flinch in response to pain or discomfort
noun - the ability to produce offspring or the capacity to support plant growth
noun - a standard or point of reference used for comparison in evaluating performance or quality
verb - to come together or assemble, often for a meeting or formal gathering
noun, formal - the act of hiding or keeping something out of sight
noun - a procedure for verifying the safety of persons or items, typically involving inspections at airports, buildings, or events
noun - a parapet with alternating high and low sections on a fortification, allowing for defense and observation
noun - a small group, usually military officers, that takes control of a country after overthrowing the government
noun - a sudden, often violent attempt to overthrow a government or take control of a country, usually by a small group of people
noun, technical - a medical imaging technique that uses magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of internal body tissues and organs; short for magnetic resonance imaging
noun, technical - a piece of living tissue, such as skin or bone, that is surgically or naturally attached to another part of the body to grow and function together
noun - a skin condition characterized by itchy, raised, red bumps or patches that appear suddenly as a result of an allergic reaction or other triggers such as stress, infections, or medication