noun, informal - a cigarette
noun, informal - a small bird
noun, American English - the object that is hit over the net in badminton
adjective - so captivating, fascinating, or enchanting that it holds one's attention completely
adjective - completely captivated, fascinated, or entranced by something or someone, as if under a spell
verb - to hold someone's attention completely as if by magic or hypnosis; to fascinate or captivate someone intensely
adjective, formal - highly regarded or respected, often used to describe someone who is admired for their achievements, character, or qualities (usually before noun)
adjective - deliberately expressionless or emotionless in appearance or delivery, especially when making a joke or saying something amusing
verb - to fail completely or have no effect, especially when attempting to entertain, impress, or persuade
noun - a chemical process in which sugars are converted into alcohol and carbon dioxide by the action of yeast or bacteria, commonly used in the production of wine, beer, and other beverages
noun - solid particles that settle at the bottom of a bottle or container of liquid, especially in wine, as a natural by-product of aging or fermentation
noun, technical - the sediment consisting of dead yeast cells, grape solids, and other particles that settles at the bottom of a wine barrel or bottle during fermentation and aging
noun - a trained wine professional, often working in fine dining restaurants, who specializes in wine service, wine pairing, and providing expert advice on wine selection
noun, technical - a naturally occurring compound found in the skins, seeds, and stems of grapes, as well as in other plants, that gives wine astringency and structure
noun - a decorative glass or crystal bottle, typically with a stopper, used for serving wine, whiskey, or other liquids, often to allow them to breathe or to present them elegantly