#physical_object__object a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow; "it was full of rackets, balls and other objects"
name: objet (pm) chose (pm)
supertype: dl#non-agentive_physical_object__NAPO (dl) e.g., a bottle
subtype: #natural_object__naturalobject an object occurring naturally; not made by man
subtype: #cocoon silky envelope spun by the larvae of many insects to protect pupas and by spiders to protect eggs
subtype: #body__organic_structure__organicstructure__physical_structure the entire physical structure of an organism (especially an animal or human being); "he felt as if his whole body were on fire"
subtype: #life_form the characteristic bodily form of a mature organism
subtype: #human_body__humanbody__physical_body__material_body__soma__build__figure__physique__anatomy__shape__bod__chassis__frame__form__flesh alternative names for the body of a human being; "Leonardo studied the human body"; "he has a strong physique"; "the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak"
subtype: #person_body a person's body (usually including their clothing); "a weapon was hidden on his person"
subtype: #juvenile_body the body of a young person
subtype: #child's_body__child'sbody the body of a human child
subtype: #adult_body__adultbody the body of an adult human being
subtype: #woman's_body__woman'sbody__adult_female_body the body of an adult woman
subtype: #man's_body__man'sbody__adultmalebody the body of an adult man
subtype: #male_body the body of a male human being
subtype: #man's_body__man'sbody__adultmalebody the body of an adult man
subtype: #female_body the body of a female human being
subtype: #woman's_body__woman'sbody__adult_female_body the body of an adult woman
subtype: #dead_body__body body of a dead animal or person; "they found the body in the lake"
subtype: #carcase__carcass__carcas the dead body of an animal especially one slaughtered and dressed for food
subtype: #carrion the dead and rotting body of an animal
subtype: #cadaver__stiff__clay__remains__remain the dead body of a human being
subtype: #cremains the remains of a dead body after cremation
subtype: #mummy a body embalmed and dried and wrapped for burial (as in ancient Egypt)
subtype: #live_body a living body of an animal or person
subtype: #system.live_body the living body considered as made up of interdependent components forming a unified whole; "exercise helped him get the alcohol out of his system"
subtype: #asterism (astronomy) a cluster of stars (or a small constellation)
instance: #Big_Dipper__Dipper__Plough__Charles's_Wain__Wain__Wagon #Little_Dipper__Dipper
subtype: #black_body__blackbody__blackbody__full_radiator a hypothetical object capable of absorbing all the electromagnetic radiation falling on it; "a black body maintained at a constant temperature is a full radiator at that temperature because the radiation reaching and leaving it must be in equilibrium"
subtype: #body.natural_object an individual 3-dimensional object that has mass and that is distinguishable from other objects; "heavenly body"
subtype: #chromosome a threadlike body in the cell nucleus that carries the genes in a linear order
subtype: #sex_chromosome__sexchromosome a chromosome that determines the sex of an individual; "mammals normally have two sex chromosomes"
subtype: #X_chromosome the sex chromosome that is present in both sexes: singly in males and doubly in females; "human females normally have two X chromosomes"
subtype: #XX (genetics) normal complement of sex chromosomes in a female
subtype: #XXX (genetics) abnormal complement of three X chromosomes in a female
subtype: #XXY (genetics) abnormal complement of sex hormones in a male resulting in Klinefelter's syndrome
subtype: #XY (genetics) normal complement of sex hormones in a male
subtype: #XYY (genetics) abnormal complement of sex hormones in a male who has two Y chromosomes
subtype: #Y_chromosome the sex chromosome that is carried by men; "human males normally have one X chromosome and one Y chromosome"
subtype: #autosome__somatic_chromosome__somaticchromosome any chromosome that is not a sex chromosome; appear in pairs in body cells but as single chromosomes in spermatozoa
subtype: #acentric_chromosome a chromosome lacking a centromere
subtype: #acrocentric_chromosome__acrocentricchromosome a chromosome with the centromere near one end so that one chromosomal arm is short and one is long
subtype: #metacentric_chromosome__metacentricchromosome a chromosome having two equal arms because the centromere is in median position
subtype: #telocentric_chromosome__telocentricchromosome a chromosome like a straight rod with the centromere in terminal position
subtype: #inclusion_body__inclusionbody__cellular_inclusion__inclusion any small intracellular body found within another (characteristic of certain diseases); "an inclusion in the cytoplasm of the cell"
subtype: #plasmid a small cellular inclusion consisting of a ring of DNA that is not in a chromosome but is capable of autonomous replication
subtype: #Russell's_body__cancer_body an inclusion body found in plasma cells in cases of cancer
subtype: #mass.body a body of matter without definite shape; "a huge ice mass"
subtype: #coprolith__fecalith__faecalith__stercolith a hard mass of dried feces
subtype: #pulp any soft or soggy mass; "he pounded it to a pulp"
subtype: #particle a body having finite mass and internal structure but negligible dimensions
subtype: #virion a complete viral particle; nucleic acid and capsid (and a lipid envelope in some viruses)
subtype: #alpha_particle__alphaparticle a positively charged particle that is the nucleus of the helium atom; emitted from natural or radioactive isotopes
subtype: #beta_particle a high-speed electron or positron emitted in the decay of a radioactive isotope
subtype: #boson any particle that obeys Bose-Einstein statistics but not the Pauli exclusion principle; all nuclei with an even mass number are bosons
subtype: #gauge_boson__gaugeboson a particle that mediates the interaction of two elementary particles
subtype: #gluon a gauge boson that mediates strong interaction among quarks
subtype: #gravitons__graviton a gauge boson that mediates the (extremely weak) gravitational interactions between particles
subtype: #intermediate_vector_bosons a gauge boson that mediates weak interactions between particles
subtype: #photon a quantum of electromagnetic radiation; an elementary particle that is its own antiparticle
subtype: #meson__mesotron an elementary particle responsible for the forces in the atomic nucleus; a hadron with a baryon number of 0
subtype: #b-meson__bmeson exceedingly short-lived meson
subtype: #J_particle__psi_particle__psiparticle a neutral meson with a large mass
subtype: #kaon__kappa-meson__kappameson__k-meson__kmeson__K_particle an unstable meson produced as the result of a high-energy particle collision
subtype: #pion__pi-meson a meson produced as the result of high-energy particle collision
subtype: #deuteron the nucleus of deuterium; consists of one proton and one neutron; used as a bombarding particle in accelerators
subtype: #elementary_particle__fundamental_particle__fundamentalparticle__subatomicparticle a particle that is less complex than an atom; regarded as constituents of all matter
subtype: #antilepton the antiparticle of a lepton
subtype: #antimuon__positive_muon the antiparticle of a muon; decays to positron and neutrino and antineutrino
subtype: #antineutrino the antiparticle of a neutrino
subtype: #antitauon__tau-plus_particle an antilepton of very great mass
subtype: #positron__antielectron an elementary particle with positive charge; interaction of a positron and an electron results in annihilation
subtype: #antiparticle a particle that has the same mass as another particle but has opposite values for its other properties; interaction of a particle and its antiparticle results in annihilation and the production of radiant energy
subtype: #antiquark the antiparticle of a quark
subtype: #hadron any elementary particle that interacts strongly with other particles
subtype: #antibaryon the antiparticle of a baryon; a hadron with a baryon number of -1
subtype: #antimeson the antiparticle of a meson
subtype: #baryon__heavy_particle__heavyparticle any of the elementary particles having a mass equal to or greater than that of a proton and that participate in strong interactions; a hadron with a baryon number of +1
subtype: #hyperon any baryon that is not a nucleon; unstable particle with mass greater than a neutron
subtype: #lambda_particle__lambda_hyperon an electrically neutral baryon with isotopic spin 1
subtype: #nucleon a constituent (proton or neutron) of an atomic nucleus
subtype: #antineutron the antiparticle of a neutron
subtype: #antiproton an unstable negatively charged proton; the antiparticle of a proton
subtype: #neutron an elementary particle with 0 charge and mass about equal to a proton; enters into the structure of the atomic nucleus
subtype: #proton a stable particle with positive charge equal to the negative charge of an electron
subtype: #hydrogen_ion a positively charged atom of hydrogen; that is to say, a normal hydrogen atomic nucleus
subtype: #meson__mesotron an elementary particle responsible for the forces in the atomic nucleus; a hadron with a baryon number of 0
subtype: #lepton an elementary particle that participates in weak interactions; has a baryon number of 0
subtype: #electron__negatron an elementary particle with negative charge
subtype: #delta_ray__deltaray an electron ejected from matter by ionizing radiation
subtype: #free_electron electron that is not attached to an atom or ion or molecule but is free to move under the influence of an electric field
subtype: #photoelectron an electron that is emitted from an atom or molecule by an incident photon
subtype: #valence_electron__valenceelectron an electron in the outer shell of an atom which can combine with other atoms to form molecules
subtype: #negative_muon__muon__mu-meson an elementary particle with a negative charge and a half-life of 2 microsecond; decays to electron and neutrino and antineutrino
subtype: #neutrino an elementary particle with zero charge and zero mass
subtype: #tauon__tau-minus_particle__tauminusparticle a lepton of very great mass
subtype: #quark hypothetical truly fundamental particle in mesons and baryons; there are supposed to be six flavors of quarks (and their antiquarks), which come in pairs; each has an electric charge of +2/3 or -1/3
subtype: #bottom_quark__beauty_quark a quark with a charge of -1/3 and a mass about 10,000 times that of an electron
subtype: #charm_quark a quark with an electric charge of +2/3 and a mass 2900 times that of an electron and a charm of +1
subtype: #down_quark a stable quark with an electric charge of -1/3 and a mass 607 times that of an electron
subtype: #strange_quark__strangequark__squark a quark with an electric charge of -1/3 and a mass 988 times that of an electron and a strangeness of -1
subtype: #top_quark__topquark__truth_quark__truthquark a hypothetical quark with a charge of +2/3 and a mass more than 100,000 times that of an electron
subtype: #up_quark a stable quark with an electric charge of +2/3 and a mass 607 times that of an electron
subtype: #strange_particle__strangeparticle an elementary particle with non-zero strangeness
subtype: #fermion any particle that obeys Fermi-Dirac statistics and is subject to the Pauli exclusion principle
subtype: #baryon__heavy_particle__heavyparticle any of the elementary particles having a mass equal to or greater than that of a proton and that participate in strong interactions; a hadron with a baryon number of +1
subtype: #lepton an elementary particle that participates in weak interactions; has a baryon number of 0
subtype: #magnetic_monopole a hypothetical particle with a single magnetic pole instead of the usual two
subtype: #micelle an electrically charged particle built up from polymeric molecules or ions and occurring in certain colloidal electrolytic solutions like soaps and detergents
subtype: #prion (microbiology) an infectious protein particle similar to a virus but lacking nucleic acid; thought to be the agent responsible for scrapie and other degenerative diseases of the nervous system
subtype: #virino (microbiology) a hypothetical infectious particle thought to be the cause of scrapie and other degenerative diseases of the central nervous system; consists of nucleic acid in a protective coat of host cell proteins
subtype: #scintilla a sparkling glittering particles
subtype: #superstring a hypothetical particle that is the elementary particle in a theory of space-time
subtype: #thermion an electrically charged particle (electron or ion) emitted by a substance at a high temperature
subtype: #celestial_body__celestialbody__heavenly_body natural objects visible in the sky
subtype: #planet any of the celestial bodies (other than comets or satellites) that revolve around the sun in the solar system
subtype: #asteroid__minor_planet__minorplanet__planetoid any of numerous small celestial bodies composed of rock and metal that move around the sun (mainly between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter)
subtype: #Pallas a large asteroid; the second asteroid to be discovered
instance: #Apollo_asteroid #Ceres #Vesta
subtype: #evening_star__eveningstar__Hesperus__Vesper a planet (usually Venus) seen at sunset in the western sky
subtype: #morning_star__morningstar__daystar__phosphoru a planet (usually Venus) seen just before sunrise in the eastern sky
subtype: #superior_planet any of the planets whose orbit lies outside the earth's orbit
subtype: #Jovian_planet__gas_giant__gasgiant any of the four outermost planets in the solar system; much larger than Earth and gaseous in nature (like Jupiter)
instance: #Jupiter #Neptune.Jovian_planet__neptune #Saturn #Uranus
instance: #Red_Planet__Mars #Pluto
subtype: #terrestrial_planet__terrestrialplanet a planet having a compact rocky surface like the Earth's; the four innermost planets in the solar system
subtype: #inferior_planet any of the planets whose orbit lies inside the earth's orbit
instance: #Mercury #Venus
instance: #Earth.terrestrial_planet__earth__globe #Red_Planet__Mars
subtype: #planetesimal one of many small solid celestial bodies thought to have existed at an early stage in the development of the solar system
subtype: #quasar__quasi-stellar_radio_source__quasistellarradiosource a starlike object that may send out radio waves and other forms of energy; large red shifts imply enormous recession velocities
subtype: #satellite any celestial body orbiting around a planet or star
subtype: #Deimos the smaller of the two satellites of Mars
subtype: #Galilean_satellite__Galilean one of the four satellites of Jupiter that were discovered by Galileo
instance: #Callisto #Europa #Ganymede #Io
subtype: #moon.satellite any natural satellite of a planet; "Jupiter has sixteen moons"
subtype: #moon the natural satellite of the Earth; "the average distance to the moon is 384,400 kilometers"; "men first stepped on the moon in 1969"
subtype: #Phobos the larger of the two satellites of Mars
instance: #Titan.satellite__titan
subtype: #star (astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior
subtype: #binary_star__binary__double_star a system of two stars that revolve around each other under their mutual gravitation
subtype: #Altair double star 15.7 light years from Earth; the brightest star in the Aquila constellation
subtype: #Sirius__Dog_Star__Canicula__Sothis the brightest star in the sky; in Canis Major
instance: #Aldebaran #Algol #Alpha_Centauri__Rigil_Kent__Rigil #Antares #Epsilon_Aurigae #Procyon #Rigel__Beta_Orionis #Vega
subtype: #Deneb the brightest star in Cygnus
subtype: #Denebola a star in Leo approximately 43 light years from Earth
subtype: #fixed_star__fixedstar any star in the Ptolemaic theory of planetary motion
subtype: #giant_star__giantstar__giant a very bright star of large diameter and low density (relative to the Sun)
instance: #Arcturus #Capella
subtype: #loadstar__lodestar guiding star; a star that is used as a reference point in navigation of astronomy
instance: #Polaris__North_Star__polar_star__polarstar__polestar
subtype: #multiple_star a system of three or more stars associated by gravity
instance: #Castor__Alpha_Geminorum #the_Trapezium__Trapezium
subtype: #neutron_star__neutronstar a star that has collapsed under its own gravity; it is composed of neutrons
subtype: #pulsar a degenerate neutron star; small and extremely dense; rotates very fast and emits regular pulses of polarized radiation
subtype: #nova a star that ejects some of its material in the form of a cloud and become more luminous in the process
subtype: #red_dwarf_star__reddwarfstar__red_dwarf__reddwarf a small cool star; approximately 100 times the mass of Jupiter
subtype: #flare_star__flarestar a red dwarf star in which luminosity can change several magnitudes in a few minutes
instance: #Proxima_Centauri__Proxima
subtype: #red_giant_star__redgiantstar__red_giant__redgiant a large cool star; has a relatively low surface temperature and a diameter large relative to the sun
subtype: #sun a typical star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system; "the sun contains 99.85% of the mass in the solar system"
subtype: #sun.star any star around which a planetary system evolves
subtype: #supergiant an extremely bright star of very large diameter and low density
subtype: #Canopus supergiant star 650 light years from Earth; second brightest star in the sky
instance: #Betelgeuse__Alpha_Orionis
subtype: #supernova a star that explodes and becomes extremely luminous in the process
instance: #Crab_Nebula
subtype: #variable_star__variable a star that varies noticeably in brightness
instance: #Polaris__North_Star__polar_star__polarstar__polestar
subtype: #white_dwarf_star__whitedwarfstar__white_dwarf__whitedwarf a faint star of enormous density
instance: #Alpha_Crucis #Beta_Centauri #Beta_Crucis #Pollux #Regulus #Spica #Sterope__Asterope
subtype: #star.celestial_body any celestial body visible (as a point of light) from the Earth at night
subtype: #constellation a configuration of stars as seen from the earth
subtype: #Antlia a faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near Hydra and Vela
subtype: #Apus a constellation in the polar region of the southern hemisphere near Octans
subtype: #Aquarius a zodiacal constellation in the southern hemisphere; between Capricornus and Pisces
subtype: #Aquila a constellation in the Milky Way near Cygnus; contains the star Altair
subtype: #Ara a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Telescopium and Norma
subtype: #Argo formerly a large constellation in the southern hemisphere between Canis Major and the Southern Cross; now divided into Carina and Pyxis and Puppis and Vela
subtype: #Aries a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Pisces and Taurus
subtype: #Caelum a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Columba and Eridanus
subtype: #Cancer a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini
subtype: #Carina a keel-shaped constellation in the southern hemisphere; contains the start Canopus
subtype: #Cetus a large constellation on the equator near Pisces and Aquarius
subtype: #Chamaeleon__Chameleon a faint constellation in the polar region of the southern hemisphere near Apus and Mensa
subtype: #Circinus a small faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near Musca and Triangulum Australe
subtype: #Columba__Dove a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Puppis and Caelum
subtype: #Delphinus a constellation in the northern hemisphere near Pegasus and Aquila
subtype: #Dorado a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Reticulum and Pictor; contains most of the Large Magellanic Cloud
subtype: #Dragon__Draco a faint constellation twisting around the north celestial pole and lying between Ursa Major and Cepheus
subtype: #Eridanus a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Fornax and Cetus
subtype: #Fornax a faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near Cetus and Phoenix
subtype: #Gemini a zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere between Taurus and Cancer on the ecliptic
subtype: #Grus__the_Crane a small constellation in the southern hemisphere near Phoenix
subtype: #Indus a faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near Telescopium and Tucana
subtype: #Leo a zodiacal constellation in northern hemisphere between Cancer and Virgo
subtype: #Lepus a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Orion and Columba
subtype: #Libra a small faint zodiacal constellation in the southern hemisphere; between Virgo and Scorpius
subtype: #Mensa a faint constellation in the polar region of the southern hemisphere and containing part of the Large Magellanic Cloud
subtype: #Microscopium a faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near Sagittarius and Capricornus
subtype: #Musca a small constellation in the polar region of the southern hemisphere near the Southern Cross and Chamaeleon
subtype: #Norma a small constellation in the southern hemisphere near Lupus and Ara in the Milky Way
subtype: #Octans the constellation that includes the southern celestial pole
subtype: #Ophiuchus a large constellation in the equatorial region between Hercules and Scorpius
subtype: #Pavo a small constellation near the South Pole between Tucana and Ara
subtype: #Perseus a conspicuous constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Auriga and Cassiopeia and crossed by the Milky Way
subtype: #Phoenix.constellation__phoenix a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Tucana and Sculptor
subtype: #Pictor a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Dorado and Columba
subtype: #Pisces.constellation__pisce a large faint zodiacal constellation; between Aquarius and Aries
subtype: #Puppis a stern-shaped constellation in the southern hemisphere between Vela and Canis Major
subtype: #Pyxis a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Puppis and Antlia
subtype: #Reticulum a small constellation in the southern hemisphere near Dorado and Hydrus
subtype: #Sagitta a small constellation in the northern hemisphere between Cygnus and Aquila and crossed by the Milky Way
subtype: #Sagittarius a large zodiacal constellation in the southern hemisphere; between Scorpius and Capricornus
subtype: #Sculptor a faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near Phoenix and Cetus
subtype: #Serpens a constellation in the equatorial region of the northern hemisphere near Ophiuchus and Corona Borealis
subtype: #Virgo a large zodiacal constellation on the equator; between Leo and Libra
instance: #Andromeda #Auriga__Charioteer #Bootes #Canis_Major__Great_Dog #Canis_Minor__Little_Dog #Capricornus__Capricorn #Cassiopeia #Centaurus__Centaur__The_Centaur #Cepheus #Coma_Berenices #Corona_Borealis__coronaboreali #Corvus__Crow #Crater #Cygnus #Great_Bear__Ursa_Major #Hercules #Snake__Hydra #Hydrus #Little_Bear__Ursa_Minor #Lupus #Lyra #Orion.constellation__orion__thehunter #Pegasus.constellation__pegasu #Scorpius__Scorpio #Southern_Cross__Crux__Crux_Australis #Taurus #Telescopium #Triangulum__the_Triangle #Triangulum_Australe__Southern_Triangle #Tucana #Vela #Volans #Vulpecula
subtype: #natural_covering__naturalcovering__covering__cover a natural object that covers or envelops; "the fox was flushed from its cover"
subtype: #scale.natural_covering a flattened rigid plate forming part of the body covering of many animals
subtype: #fish_scale scale of the kind that covers the bodies of fish
subtype: #squama a protective structure resembling a scale
subtype: #alula__calypter scale-like structure between the base of the wing and the halter of a two-winged fly
subtype: #mollusc_shell__molluscshell__shell the hard largely calcareous covering of a mollusc
subtype: #scallop_shell__scallopshell a shell of a scallop
subtype: #oyster_shell a shell of an oyster
subtype: #phragmocone__phragmacone the thin conical chambered internal shell (either straight or curved) of a belemnite
subtype: #seashell the shell of a marine organism
subtype: #clamshell the shell of a clam
subtype: #test.natural_covering a hard outer covering as of some amoebas and sea urchins
subtype: #body_covering any covering for the body or a body part
subtype: #pelt__hide__skin body covering of a living animal
subtype: #feather__plume__plumage the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds
subtype: #down_feather__down soft fine feathers
subtype: #duck_down down of the duck
subtype: #eiderdown down of the eider duck
subtype: #goose_down__goosedown down of the goose
subtype: #swan's_down down of the swan
subtype: #plumule down feather of young birds; persists in some adult birds
subtype: #aftershaft a supplementary feather (usually small) on the underside of the base of the shaft of some feathers in some birds
subtype: #contour_feather__contourfeather feathers covering the body of an adult bird and determining its shape
subtype: #bastard_wing__bastardwing__alula__spurious_wing tuft of small stiff feathers on the first digit of a bird's wing
subtype: #marabou downy feathers of marabou storks used for trimming garments
subtype: #hackle long slender feather on the necks of e.g. turkeys and pheasants
subtype: #saddle_hackle__saddle_feather a long narrow feather on the back (saddle) of a domestic fowl
subtype: #flight_feather__pinion__quill__quill_feather__quillfeather any of the larger wing or tail feathers of a bird
subtype: #primary_feather__primaryfeather__primary__primaryquill one of the main flight feathers projecting along the outer edge of a bird's wing
subtype: #tail_feather feather growing from the tail (uropygium) of a bird
subtype: #sickle_feather one of the long curved tail feathers of a rooster
subtype: #scapular a feather covering the shoulder of a bird
subtype: #protective_covering tough natural covering of some organisms
subtype: #armour__armor tough more-or-less rigid protective covering of an animal or plant
subtype: #scute large bony or horny plate as on an armadillo or turtle
subtype: #sclerite hard plate or element of the exoskeleton of some arthropods
subtype: #clypeus a shield-like plate on the front of an insect's head
subtype: #tegument__skin__cutis__cuti a natural protective covering of the body; site of the sense of touch; "your skin is the largest organ of your body"
subtype: #investment outer layer or covering of an organ or part or organism
subtype: #pellicle thin protective membrane in some protozoa
subtype: #thick_skin__thickskin skin that is very thick (as an elephant or rhinoceros)
subtype: #skin_graft a piece of skin taken from a donor area and surgically grafted at the site of an injury or burn
subtype: #buff bare skin; "swimming in the buff"
subtype: #dewlap a hanging fold of loose skin on an elderly person's neck
subtype: #prepuce a fold of skin covering the tip of the penis
subtype: #foreskin__prepuce a fold of skin covering the tip of the clitoris
subtype: #scalp the skin that covers the top of the head; "they wanted to take his scalp as a trophy"
subtype: #hangnail__agnail a loose narrow strip of skin near the base of a fingernail; tearing it produces a painful sore that is easily infected
subtype: #exuviae cast-off skins or coverings of various organisms during ecdysis
subtype: #hair dense growth of hairs covering the body or parts of it (as on the human head); helps prevent heat loss; "he combed his hair"
subtype: #pelage__coat growth of hair or wool or fur covering the body of an animal
subtype: #fur.pelage dense coat of fine silky hairs on an mammals e.g. cat or seal or weasel
subtype: #underfur__undercoat thick soft fur lying beneath the longer and coarser guard hair
subtype: #wool.pelage__fleece outer coat of especially sheep and yaks
subtype: #guard_hair__guardhair coarse hairs that form the outer fur and protect the underfur of certain mammals
subtype: #mane long coarse hair growing from the crest of the animal's neck
subtype: #encolure the mane of a horse
subtype: #forelock.hair__foretop a lock of a horse's mane that grows forward between the ears
subtype: #beard hairy growth on or near the face of certain mammals
subtype: #body_hair short hair growing over a person's body
subtype: #lanugo the fine downy hair covering a human fetus; normally shed during the ninth month of gestation
subtype: #head_of_hair__mane growth of hair covering the scalp of a human being
subtype: #cowlick a tuft of hair that grows in a different direction from the rest of the hair and usually will not lie flat
subtype: #hairdo__hair_style__coiffure the arrangement of the hair (especially a woman's hair)
subtype: #beehive.hairdo a hairdo resembling a beehive
subtype: #haircut.hairdo the style in which hair haw been cut
subtype: #brush_cut__brushcut a short haircut with hairs standing up like a brush
subtype: #crew_cut__flattop a closely cropped haircut; usually for men
subtype: #Mohican_haircut__Mohican haircut in which the head is shaved except for a band of hair down the middle of the scalp
subtype: #Afro a rounded thickly curled hairdo
subtype: #bang a fringe of banged hair (cut short squarely across the forehead)
subtype: #bob.hairdo a hair style for women and children; a short haircut all around
subtype: #wave.hairdo a hairdo that creates undulations in the hair
subtype: #finger_wave a wave made with the fingers
subtype: #permanent_wave__permanentwave__permanent__perm a series of waves in the hair made by applying heat and chemicals
subtype: #braid__plait__tress__tres a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair
subtype: #queue a braid of hair at the back of the head
subtype: #pigtail a braid of hair on either side of the face
subtype: #chignon a roll of hair worn at the nape of the neck
subtype: #pageboy a smooth hair style with the ends of the hair curled inward
subtype: #pompadour a hair style in which the front hair is swept up from the forehead
subtype: #ponytail a hair style that draws the hair back so that it hangs down in back of the head like a pony's tail
subtype: #scalp_lock__scalplock a long tuft of hair left on top of the shaven head
subtype: #thatch hair resembling thatched roofing material
subtype: #curl__lock__ringlet__whorl a strand or cluster of hair
subtype: #sausage_curl__sausagecurl a fat sausage-shaped curl
subtype: #forelock a lock of hair growing (or falling) over the forehead
subtype: #quiff a prominent forelock (especially one brushed upward from the forehead)
subtype: #crimp a lock of hair that has been artificially waved or curled
subtype: #pin_curl__pincurl a curl of hair made by dampening a strand of hair and curling it and holding the curl with a clip or bobby pin
subtype: #spit_curl__kiss_curl a spiral curl plastered on the forehead or cheek
subtype: #dreadlock one of many long thin braids of hair radiating from the scalp; popularized by Rastafarians
subtype: #face_fungus__beard__whiskers the hair growing on the lower part of a man's face
subtype: #fuzz the first beard of an adolescent boy
subtype: #Imperial_beard__imperial a small tufted beard worn by Emperor Napoleon III
subtype: #beaver.face_fungus a full beard
subtype: #sideburn__burnside__mutton_chop__side-whiskers beard grown down the side of a man's face in front of the ears (especially when the rest of the beard is shaved off)
subtype: #goatee a small chin beard trimmed into a point; named for its resemblance to a goat's beard
subtype: #mustache__moustache an unshaved growth of hair on the upper lip; "he looked younger after he shaved off his mustache"
subtype: #soup-strainer__toothbrush (informal) slang terms for a mustache
subtype: #mustachio__moustachio__handle-bars a large bushy moustache (with hair growing sometimes down the sides of the mouth)
subtype: #walrus_mustache__walrusmustache a bushy droopy mustache
subtype: #pubic_hair__pubichair__bush__crotch_hair hair growing in the pubic area
subtype: #minge vulgar term for a woman's pubic hair or genitals
subtype: #eyebrow__brow__supercilium the arch of hair above each eye
subtype: #eyelash__lash__cilium any of the short curved hairs that grow from the edges of the eyelids
subtype: #headful a covering over the surface of your head; "a headful of tight curls"; "a headful of lice"
subtype: #epicranium the muscle and aponeurosis and skin covering the cranium
subtype: #exoskeleton the exterior protective or supporting structure or shell of many animals (especially invertebrates) including bony or horny parts such as nails or scales or hoofs
subtype: #carapace__shell__cuticle hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles
subtype: #cuticula the outer body wall of an insect
subtype: #sheath.natural_covering__case an enveloping structure or covering enclosing an animal or plant organ or part
subtype: #theca outer sheath of the pupa of certain insects
subtype: #lorica a hard protective sheath as secreted by certain protoctists e.g.
subtype: #medullary_sheath__medullarysheath__myelin_sheath a layer of myelin encasing (and insulating) the axons of medullated nerve fibers
subtype: #neurolemma__neurilemma thin membranous sheath around a nerve fiber
subtype: #husk outer membranous covering of some fruits or seeds
subtype: #cornhusk the husk of an ear of corn
subtype: #hull.husk dry outer covering of a fruit or seed or nut
subtype: #shell.hull the hard usually fibrous outer layer of some fruits especially nuts
subtype: #nutshell the shell around the kernel of a nut
subtype: #seedcase__pod__cod the vessel that contains the seeds of a plant (not the seeds themselves)
subtype: #pea_pod__peapod__peasecod husk of a pea; edible in some garden peas
subtype: #bract a modified leaf or leaflike part just below and protecting an inflorescence
subtype: #epicalyx__false_calyx__calycle__calyculu a group of bracts simulating a calyx as in a carnation or hibiscus
subtype: #bracteole a small bract
subtype: #spathe a conspicuous bract surrounding or subtending a spadix or other inflorescence
subtype: #involucre a highly conspicuous bract or bract pair or ring of bracts at the base of an inflorescence
subtype: #glume small dry membranous bract found in inflorescences of Gramineae and Cyperaceae
subtype: #flowering_glume__floweringglume__lemma the lower and stouter of the two glumes immediately enclosing the floret in most Gramineae
subtype: #integument an outer protective covering such as the skin of an animal or a cuticle or seed coat or rind or shell
subtype: #blanket.natural_covering__mantle anything that covers; "there was a blanket of snow"
subtype: #incrustation__crust__encrustation a hard outer layer that covers something
subtype: #tartar__calculus an incrustation that forms on the teeth and gums
subtype: #envelope.natural_covering a natural covering (as by a fluid); "the spacecraft detected an envelope of gas around the comet"
subtype: #object_shell__shell a rigid covering that envelops an object; "the satellite is covered with a smooth shell of ice"
subtype: #eggshell__shell the exterior covering of a bird's egg
subtype: #slough any outer covering that can be shed or cast off (such as the cast-off skin of a snake)
subtype: #peridium outer layer of the spore-bearing organ in many fungi
subtype: #pericarp__seed_vessel the ripened and variously modified walls of a plant ovary
subtype: #epicarp__exocarp outermost layer of the pericarp of fruits as the skin of a peach or grape
subtype: #endocarp__stone__pit the hard inner (usually woody) layer of the pericarp of some fruits (as peaches or plums or cherries or olives) that contains the seed
subtype: #peach_pit__peachpit the stone seed of a peach
subtype: #cherry_stone the stone seed of a cherry
subtype: #capsule.pericarp a dry dehiscent seed vessel or the spore-containing structure of e.g. mosses
subtype: #bilocular_capsule__bilocularcapsule a capsule divided into two cells or compartments
subtype: #boll the rounded seed-bearing capsule of a cotton or flax plant
subtype: #silique__siliqua narrow elongated seed capsule peculiar to the family Cruciferae
subtype: #silicle short broad silique occurring in some cruciferous plants
subtype: #bur.pericarp__burr seed vessel having hooks or prickles
subtype: #spanish_needles__spanishneedle__beggar-ticks the seed of bur marigolds
subtype: #perianth__floral_envelope collective term for the outer parts of a flower consisting of the calyx and corolla and enclosing the stamen and carpel
subtype: #theca.natural_covering__sac a case or sheath especially a pollen sac or moss capsule
subtype: #indusium a membrane enclosing and protecting the developing spores especially that covering the sori of a fern
subtype: #bark tough protective covering of the woody stems and roots of trees and other woody plants
subtype: #cinnamon_bark.bark__cinnamonbark__cinnamon aromatic bark used as a spice
subtype: #cassia_bark__Chinese_cinnamon aromatic bark of the cassia-bark tree; less desirable as a spice than Ceylon cinnamon bark
subtype: #cinnamon_bark aromatic bark of Saigon cinnamon used medicinally as a carminative
subtype: #magnolia.bark dried bark of various magnolias; used in folk medicine
subtype: #tanbark bark rich in tannin; bruised and cut in pieces to use for tanning; spent tanbark used as a ground covering
subtype: #mezereum the dried bark of the shrub mezereon
subtype: #canella_bark__canellabark__canella__white_cinnamon__whitecinnamon highly aromatic inner bark of the Canella winterana used as a condiment and a tonic
subtype: #cinchona_bark__Peruvian_bark__Jesuit's_bark medicinal bark of cinchona trees; source of quinine and quinidine
subtype: #cascarilla_bark__eleuthra_bark__sweetwood_bark__sweetwoodbark aromatic bark of cascarilla; used as a tonic and for making incense
subtype: #cascara_sagrada__cascarasagrada__cascara__chittam_bark__chittambark__chittem_bark__chittembark dried bark of the cascara buckthorn used as a laxative
subtype: #winter's_bark aromatic bark having tonic and stimulant properties
subtype: #tappa__tapa thin fibrous bark of the paper mulberry and Pipturus albidus
subtype: #angostura_bark__angosturabark__angostura the bitter bark of a South American tree; used in medicines and liqueurs and bitters
subtype: #cork outer bark of the cork oak; used for stoppers for bottles etc.
subtype: #phellem (botany) outer tissue of bark; a protective layer of dead cells
subtype: #extraterrestrial_object__estraterrestrial_body a natural object existing outside the earth and outside the earth's atmosphere
subtype: #comet (astronomy) a relatively small extraterrestrial body consisting of a frozen mass that travels around the sun in a highly elliptical orbit
subtype: #meteoroid (astronomy) any of the small solid extraterrestrial bodies that hits the earth's atmosphere
subtype: #meteorite stony or metallic object that is the remains of a meteoroid that has reached the earth's surface
subtype: #aerolite a stony meteorite consisting of silicate minerals
subtype: #micrometeorite a meteorite so small that it drifts down to earth without becoming intensely heated in the atmosphere
subtype: #pallasite a meteorite composed principally of olivine and metallic iron
subtype: #siderite a meteorite consisting principally of nickel and iron
subtype: #meteor_swarm a group of meteoroids with similar paths
subtype: #geological_formation__geology the geological features of the earth
subtype: #aquifer underground bed or layer yielding ground water for wells and springs etc
subtype: #beach an area of sand sloping down to the water of a sea or lake
subtype: #plage the beach at a seaside resort
subtype: #cliff__drop-off a steep high face of rock
subtype: #crag a steep rugged rock or cliff
subtype: #precipice a very steep cliff
subtype: #delta a low triangular area where a river divides before entering a larger body of water
subtype: #folium a thin layer or stratum of (especially metamorphic) rock
subtype: #foreshore the part of the seashore between the high-water and and low-water marks
subtype: #ice_mass a large mass of ice
subtype: #glacier a slowly moving mass of ice
subtype: #Alpine_glacier__Alpine_type_of_glacier a glacier that moves down from a high valley
subtype: #continental_glacier__continentalglacier a glacier that spreads out from a central mass of ice
subtype: #polar_glacier__polarglacier a glacier near the Arctic or Antarctic poles
subtype: #Piedmont_glacier__Piedmont_type_of_glacier a type of glaciation characteristic of Alaska; large valley glaciers meet to form an almost stagnant sheet of ice
subtype: #Great_Mendenhall_Glacier__Mendenhall_Glacier a glacier of the Piedmont type near Juneau in Alaska
subtype: #iceberg__berg a large mass of ice floating at sea; usually broken off of a polar glacier
subtype: #growler a small iceberg or ice floe just large enough to be hazardous for shipping
subtype: #icecap__ice_cap__icecap a mass of ice and snow that permanently covers a large area of land (e.g., the polar regions or a mountain peak)
subtype: #ice_field__icefield a large flat mass of ice (larger than an ice floe) floating at sea
subtype: #ice_floe__icefloe__floe a flat mass of ice (smaller than an ice field) floating at sea
subtype: #lakefront land bordering a lake
subtype: #massif a block of the earth's crust bounded by faults and shifted to form peaks of a mountain range
subtype: #mouth.geological_formation the point where a stream issues into a larger body of water; "New York is at the mouth of the Hudson"
subtype: #natural_depression__naturaldepression__depression a sunken or depressed geological formation
subtype: #basin.natural_depression a natural depression in the surface of the land often with a lake at the bottom of it; "the basin of the Great Salt Lake"
subtype: #cirque__corrie__cwm a steep-walled semicircular basin in a mountain; may contain a lake
subtype: #saltpan a shallow basin in a desert region; contains salt and gypsum that was deposited by an evaporated salt lake
subtype: #tidal_basin__tidalbasin a basin that is full of water at high tide
subtype: #bed.natural_depression__bottom a depression forming the ground under a body of water; "he searched for treasure on the ocean bed"
subtype: #lake_bed__lake_bottom the bottom of a lake
subtype: #ocean_floor__oceanfloor__ocean_bottom__oceanbottom__seabed__sea_bottom__seabottom__Davy_Jones's_locker__Davy_Jones the bottom of a sea or ocean
subtype: #abyssal_zone__abyssalzone the deep sea (2000 meters or more) where there is no light
subtype: #continental_shelf__continentalshelf the relatively shallow (up to 200 meters) seabed surrounding a continent
subtype: #continental_slope__continentalslope__bathyal_zone__bathyalzone__bathyal_district__bathyaldistrict the steep descent of the seabed from the continental shelf to the abyssal zone
subtype: #riverbed__river_bottom__riverbottom a channel occupied (or formerly occupied) by a river
subtype: #streambed__creek_bed__creekbed a channel occupied (or formerly occupied) by a stream
subtype: #dry_wash__drywash__wash (western United States) the dry bed of an intermittent stream (as at the bottom of a canyon)
subtype: #crater a bowl-shaped depression formed by the impact of a meteorite or bomb
subtype: #collector a crater that has collected cosmic material hitting the earth
subtype: #lunar_crater__lunarcrater a crater on the Earth's moon
subtype: #Aristarchus a bright crater on the moon
subtype: #Copernicus a conspicuous crater on the moon
subtype: #hole.natural_depression__hollow a depression hollowed out of solid matter
subtype: #burrow__tunnel a hole in the ground made by an animal for shelter
subtype: #rabbit_warren.burrow__rabbitwarren__warren a series of connected underground tunnels occupied by rabbits
subtype: #gopher_hole a hole in the ground made by gophers
subtype: #cavity__pit a sizeable hole (usually in the ground); "they dug a pit to bury the body"
subtype: #barbecue_pit a pit where wood or charcoal is burned to make a bed of hot coals suitable for barbecuing meat
subtype: #borrow_pit a pit created to provide earth that can be used as fill at another site
subtype: #divot.cavity (golf) the cavity left when a piece of turf is cut from the ground by the club head in making a stroke; "it was a good drive but the ball ended up in a divot"
subtype: #fire_pit a pit whose floor is incandescent lava; "the fire pit of the crater"
subtype: #quicksand a pit filled with loose wet sand into which heavy objects sink
subtype: #sandpit a large pit in sandy ground from which sand is dug
subtype: #sawpit a pit over which lumber is positioned to be sawed by two men with a long two-handled saw
subtype: #tar_pit__tarpit a natural accumulation of bitumens at the surface of the earth; often acts as a trap for animals whose bones are thus preserved
subtype: #pothole__chuckhole a pit or hole produced by wear or weathering (especially in a road surface)
subtype: #rabbit_burrow__rabbit_hole a hole in the ground as a nest made by wild rabbits
subtype: #wormhole hole made by a burrowing worm
subtype: #lowland low level country
subtype: #landfill a low area that has been filled in
subtype: #sanitary_landfill a low area where waste is buried between layers of earth
subtype: #sinkhole__swallow_hole__swallowhole a depression in the ground communicating with a subterranean passage (especially in limestone) and formed by solution or by collapse of a cavern roof
subtype: #oceanic_abyss__oceanicabys__trench__deep a long steep-sided depression in the ocean floor
subtype: #Atacama_Trench a depression the floor of the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Chile
subtype: #Bougainville_Trench a depression in the floor of the Pacific Ocean between New Guinea and the Solomon Islands
subtype: #Japan_Trench a depression in the floor of the Pacific Ocean northeast of Japan that reaches depths of 30,000 feet
subtype: #Nares_Deep a depression in the floor of the Atlantic Ocean north of Haiti and Puerto Rico
subtype: #trough a narrow depression (as in the earth or between ocean waves or in the ocean bed)
subtype: #valley__vale a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river
subtype: #dale (British) an open river valley (in a hilly area)
subtype: #glen (Scottish) a narrow secluded valley (in the mountains)
subtype: #gully deep ditch cut by running water (especially after a prolonged downpour)
subtype: #arroyo (southwestern United States) a stream or brook
subtype: #draw a gully that is shallower than a ravine
subtype: #wadi gully or streambed in North Africa and the Middle East that remains dry except during rainy season
subtype: #holler__hollow a small valley between mountains; "he built himself a cabin in a hollow high up in the Appalachians"
subtype: #dell__dingle a small wooded hollow
subtype: #nullah a ravine or gully in southern Asia
subtype: #ravine a deep narrow steep-sided valley (especially one formed by running water)
subtype: #canyon__canon (North America) a ravine formed by a river in an area with little rainfall
subtype: #gorge a deep ravine (usually with a river running through it)
subtype: #gulch__flume a narrow gorge with a stream running through it
instance: #Grand_Canyon #Olduvai_Gorge
subtype: #rift_valley a valley with steep sides; formed by a rift in the earth's crust
instance: #San_Joaquin_Valley #Shenandoah_Valley
subtype: #natural_elevation__naturalelevation__elevation a raised or elevated geological formation
subtype: #highland__upland elevated (e.g., mountainous) land
subtype: #down.highland (usually plural) a rolling treeless highland with little soil
subtype: #tableland__plateau a relatively flat highland
subtype: #Colorado_Plateau a large plateau south and west of the Rocky Mountains; abuts mountains on the north and east and ends in an escarpment overlooking lowlands to the south and west; the Grand Canyon of the Colorado River is carved out of the southwestern corner
subtype: #Llano_Estacado a large semiarid plateau forming the southern part of the Great Plains
subtype: #mesa__table flat tableland with steep edges; "the tribe was relatively safe on the mesa but they had to descend into the valley for water"
subtype: #terrace__bench a level shelf of land interrupting a declivity (with steep slopes above and below)
instance: #Ardennes
instance: #Highlands
subtype: #hill a local and well-defined elevation of the land
subtype: #foothill a relatively low hill on the lower slope of a mountain
subtype: #knoll__mound__hillock__hummock a small natural hill
subtype: #anthill__formicary a mound of earth made by ants as they dig their nest
subtype: #kopje__koppie (South Africa) a small hill rising up from the African veld
subtype: #molehill a mound of earth made by moles while burrowing
subtype: #tor a high rocky hill
instance: #Calvary__Golgotha #Zion__Sion #Palatine #Capitol_Hill__the_Hill
subtype: #hills__hill hilly land; "they loved to roam the hills of West Virginia"; "the Black Hills"
subtype: #foothills__foothill hilly land on the lower slopes of mountains
instance: #Cotswolds__Cotswold_Hills #Nilgiri_Hills #Black_Hills
subtype: #mountain__mount a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
subtype: #alp any high mountain
subtype: #ben (in Scotland or Ireland) a mountain or tall hill; "they were climbing the ben"
subtype: #seamount an underwater mountain rising above the ocean floor
subtype: #guyot a seamount of volcanic origin (especially in the Pacific Ocean)
subtype: #volcano a mountain formed by volcanic material
instance: #Cameroon #Citlaltepetl__Mount_Orizaba__Mt_Orizaba__Pico_de_Orizaba #Nevado_de_Colima__Colima__Volcan_de_Colima #Cotacachi #Cotopaxi #Demavend #El_Misti #Mount_Etna__Etna__Mt_Etna #Fuego #Fuji-san__Fuji__Fujiyama #Galeras__Pasto #Guallatiri #Huainaputina #Klyuchevskaya #Krakatau__Krakatao__Krakatoa #Lascar #Mauna_Kea #Mauna_Loa #Purace #Sangay #Tupungatito #Mount_Saint_Helens__Mount_St._Helens__Mt._St._Helens #Mount_Vesuvius__Vesuvius__Mt._Vesuvius
instance: #Mount_Olympus__Olympus__Mt._Olympus__Olimbos
subtype: #promontory__headland__foreland a natural elevation (especially a rocky one that juts out into the sea)
subtype: #Cape_Canaveral__Cape_Kennedy a sandy promontory (formerly Cape Kennedy) extending into the Atlantic Ocean from a barrier island off the eastern coast of Florida; the site of a NASA center for spaceflight
subtype: #Cape_Sable a promontory on the far southern part of Nova Scotia
subtype: #Jebel_Musa__Abila__Abyla a promontory in northern Morocco opposite the Rock of Gibraltar; one of the Pillars of Hercules
subtype: #mull a term used in Scottish names of promontories; "the Mull of Kintyre"
subtype: #point.promontory a promontory extending out into a large body of water; "they sailed south around the point"
instance: #Cape_Horn #Gibraltar__Rock_of_Gibraltar__Calpe #Cape_Hatteras
subtype: #ridge a long narrow natural elevation or striation
subtype: #bank.ridge a long ridge or pile; "a huge bank of earth"
subtype: #bluff a high steep bank (usually formed by river erosion)
subtype: #sandbank a submerged bank of sand near a shore or in a river; can be exposed at low tide
subtype: #shoal a sandbank in a stretch of water that is visible at low tide
subtype: #bar.ridge a submerged (or partly submerged) ridge in a river or along a shore
subtype: #sandbar__sand_bar a bar of sand
subtype: #sand_dune__dune a ridge of sand created by the wind; found in deserts or near lakes and oceans
subtype: #ledge__shelf a projecting ridge on a mountain or submerged under water
subtype: #reef a submerged ridge of rock or coral near the surface of the water
subtype: #coral_reef__coralreef a reef consisting of coral consolidated into limestone
subtype: #atoll an island consisting of a circular coral reef surrounding a lagoon
instance: #Kwajalein #Eniwetok.atoll__eniwetok #Kwajalein.atoll__kwajalein #Midway_Islands
subtype: #barrier_reef__barrierreef a long coral reef near and parallel to the shore
subtype: #Florida_keys__key__cay a coral reef off the southern coast of Florida
subtype: #ripple_mark one of a series of small ridges produced in sand by water currents or by wind
subtype: #swell a rounded elevation (especially one on an ocean floor)
subtype: #oceanfront land bordering an ocean
subtype: #Pillars_of_Hercules the two promontories at the eastern end of the Strait of Gibraltar; according to legend they were formed by Hercules
subtype: #range_of_mountains__range__mountain_range__chain__mountain_chain__chain_of_mountains a series of hills or mountains; "the valley was between two ranges of hills"; "the plains lay just beyond the mountain range"
subtype: #Admiralty_Range mountains in Antarctica north of Victoria Land
subtype: #Balkans__Balkan_Mountains__Balkan_Mountain_Range the major mountain range of Bulgaria and the Balkan Peninsula
subtype: #Black_Hills.range_of_mountains__blackhill mountains in southwestern South Dakota and northeastern Wyoming; sacred to the Sioux (whites settling in the Black Hills led to the Battle of Little Bighorn); site of Mount Rushmore
subtype: #Cantabrian_Mountains a range of mountains in northern Spain along the coast of the Bay of Biscay
subtype: #Caucasus_Mountains__Caucasus the mountain range in Caucasia between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea that forms part of the traditional border between Europe and Asia
subtype: #Dolomite_Alps an eastern range of the Alps in northeastern Italy famous for their dolomitic limestone
subtype: #Guadalupe_Mountains a mountain range in southern New Mexico and western Texas; the southern extension of the Sacramento Mountains
subtype: #Mesabi_Range a range of hills in northeastern Minnesota where rich iron ore deposits were discovered in 1887
subtype: #Nan_Ling a mountain range in southeastern China running generally east to west
subtype: #Sacramento_Mountains mountain range in New Mexico east of the Rio Grande
subtype: #sierra a range of mountains (usually with jagged peaks and irregular outline)
instance: #Adirondacks__Adirondack_Mountains #Alaska_Range #Alleghenies__Allegheny_Mountains #the_Alps__Alps #Andes #Apennines #Appalachians__Appalachian_Mountains #Berkshires__Berkshire_Hills #Blue_Ridge_Mountains__Blue_Ridge #Cascades__Cascade_Range #Catskills__Catskill_Mountains #Coast_Range__Coast_Mountains #Cumberland_Mountains__Cumberland_Plateau #Great_Smoky_Mountains #Himalayas__Himalaya_Mountains__the_Himalaya #Hindu_Kush_Mountains__Hindu_Kush #Karakoram_Range__Karakoram__Karakorum_Range__Mustagh__Mustagh_Range #Kunlun_Mountains__Kunlun__Kuenlun__Kuenlun_Mountains #Ozarks__Ozark_Mountains__Ozark_Plateau #Pyrenees #Rockies__Rocky_Mountains #Sierra_Madre_Occidental #Sierra_Madre_Oriental #Sierra_Nevada_Mountains__Sierra_Nevada__High_Sierra #Sierra_Nevada #St._Elias_Range__St._Elias_Mountains #Teton_Range #Tien_Shan__Tyan_Shan #Urals__Ural_Mountains
subtype: #relict geological feature that is a remnant of a pre-existing formation after other parts have disappeared
subtype: #ridge.geological_formation a long narrow range of hills
subtype: #arete a sharp narrow ridge found in rugged mountains
subtype: #shore the land along the edge of a body of water (a lake or ocean or river)
subtype: #lakeside__lakeshore the shore of a lake
subtype: #seashore__coast__seacoast__sea-coast__seacoast the shore of a sea or ocean
subtype: #littoral_zone__littoral__litoral__sands__sand the region of the shore of a lake or sea or ocean
subtype: #Atlantic_Coast a coast of the Atlantic Ocean
subtype: #landfall.seashore the seacoast first sighted on a voyage (or flight over water)
subtype: #Pacific_Coast a coast of the Pacific Ocean
subtype: #seaside the shore of a sea or ocean regarded as a resort
instance: #Barbary_Coast.North_Africa__barbarycoast #Aeolis__Aeolia
subtype: #strand.shore a poetic term for a shore (as the area periodically covered and uncovered by the tides)
subtype: #incline__side an elevated geological formation; "he climbed the steep slope"; "the house was built on the side of the mountain"
subtype: #acclivity__ascent__rise__raise__climb__upgrade an upward slope or grade (as in a road); "the car couldn't make the grade"
subtype: #uphill the upward slope of a hill
subtype: #bank sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water); "they pulled the canoe up on the bank"; "he sat on the bank of the river and watched the currents"
subtype: #riverbank__riverside the bank of a river
subtype: #waterside land bordering a body of water
subtype: #cant__bank__camber a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force
subtype: #canyonside the steeply sloping side of a canyon
subtype: #declivity__descent__fall__decline__downslope a downward slope
subtype: #downhill.declivity the downward slope of a hill
subtype: #steep a steep place (as on a hill)
subtype: #escarpment__scarp a long steep slope or cliff at the edge of a plateau or ridge; usually formed by erosion
subtype: #hillside the side or slope of a hill
subtype: #brae (Scotland) a slope or hillside
subtype: #mountainside__versant the side or slope of a mountain; "conifer forests cover the eastern versant"
subtype: #natural_spring__naturalspring__spring__fountain__outflow__outpouring a natural flow of ground water
subtype: #geyser a spring that discharges hot water and steam
subtype: #Old_Faithful a geyser in Yellowstone National Park that erupts for about 4 minutes about every 65 minutes
subtype: #hot_spring__hotspring__thermal_spring__thermalspring a natural spring of water at a temperature of 70 F or above
instance: #Fountain_of_Youth
subtype: #talus__talu__scree a sloping mass of rocks at the base of a cliff
subtype: #mineral_vein__mineralvein__vein a layer of ore between layers of rock
subtype: #bonanza an especially rich vein of precious ore
subtype: #wall.geological_formation a vertical (or almost vertical) smooth rock face (as of a cave or mountain)
subtype: #water_table__water_level__groundwater_level__groundwaterlevel underground surface below which the ground is wholly saturated with water: "spring rains had raised the water table"
subtype: #mechanism.natural_object a natural object resembling a machine in structure and function; "the mechanism of the ear"
subtype: #barrier.mechanism anything serving to maintain separation by obstructing vision or access
subtype: #bar.ridge a submerged (or partly submerged) ridge in a river or along a shore
subtype: #blood-brain_barrier a mechanism that creates a barrier between brain tissues and circulating blood; serves to protect the central nervous system; "the brain was protected from the large molecules of the virus by the blood-brain barrier"
subtype: #curtain any barrier to communication or vision; "a curtain of secrecy"; "a curtain of trees"
subtype: #biological_clock an innate mechanism in living organisms that controls the periodicity of many physiological functions
subtype: #nest a structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young
subtype: #beehive.nest__hive a structure that provides a natural habitation for bees; as in a hollow tree
subtype: #bird's_nest nest where birds lay their eggs and hatch their young
subtype: #aery__aerie__eyrie__eyry the lofty nest of a bird of prey (such as a hawk or eagle)
subtype: #drey the nest of a squirrel
subtype: #mouse_nest__mousenest__mouse's_nest__mouse'snest where mice bear and raise their young
subtype: #nidus__nidu a nest in which spiders or insects deposit their eggs
subtype: #wasp's_nest__hornet's_nest habitation for wasps or hornets
subtype: #radiator any object that radiates energy
subtype: #radio_source__radiosource an object that radiates radio waves
subtype: #rock.natural_object__stone a lump of hard consolidated mineral matter; "he threw a rock at me"
subtype: #achondrite a stony meteor lacking chondrules
subtype: #bedrock solid unweathered rock lying beneath surface deposits of soil
subtype: #boulder__bowlder a large smooth mass of rock detached from its place of origin
subtype: #glacial_boulder__glacialboulder a boulder that has been carried by a glacier to a place far distant from its place of origin
subtype: #river_boulder__riverboulder a boulder that has been carried by a river to a place remote from its place of origin
subtype: #shore_boulder__shoreboulder a boulder found on a shore remote from its place of origin
instance: #Plymouth_Rock.boulder__plymouthrock
subtype: #calculus__stone__concretion a hard lump produced by the concretion of mineral salts; found in hollow organs or ducts of the body
subtype: #bladder_stone__bladderstone__cystolith a calculus formed in the bladder
subtype: #enterolith a calculus occurring in the intestines
subtype: #gallstone__bilestone a calculus formed in the gall bladder or its ducts
subtype: #kidney_stone__urinary_calculus__nephrolith__renal_calculus a calculus formed in the kidney
subtype: #ptyalith calculus in a salivary gland
subtype: #sialolith__salivary_calculus a stone formed in the salivary gland
subtype: #urolith a urinary stone
subtype: #chondrite a rock of meteoric origin containing chondrules
subtype: #crystal.rock a rock formed by the solidification of a substance; has regularly repeating internal structure; external plane faces
subtype: #crystallite any of numerous minute rudimentary crystalline bodies of unknown composition found in glassy igneous rock
subtype: #rock_outcrop__outcrop__outcropping the part of a rock formation that appears above the surface of the surrounding land
subtype: #belay something to which a mountain climber's rope can be secured
subtype: #outthrust an outcropping of rock that extends outward
subtype: #pebble a small smooth rounded rock
subtype: #petrifaction a rock created by petrifaction; an organic object infiltrated with mineral matter and preserved in its original form
subtype: #sill.rock (geology) a flat (usually horizontal) mass of igneous rock between two layers of older sedimentary rock
subtype: #stepping_stone.rock__steppingstone a stone in a marsh or shallow water that can be stepped on in crossing
subtype: #tor.rock a prominent rock or pile of rocks on a hill
subtype: #wall_rock a rock immediately adjacent to a vein or fault
subtype: #sample.natural_object all or part of a natural object that is collected and preserved as an example of its class
subtype: #specimen.sample a bit of tissue or blood or urine that is taken for diagnostic purposes; "they collected a urine specimen for urinalysis"
subtype: #cytologic_specimen__cytologicspecimen a specimen used for cytologic examination and diagnosis
subtype: #cytologic_smear__cytologicsmear__smear__cytosmear a thin tissue or blood sample spread on a glass slide and stained for cytologic examination and diagnosis under a microscope
subtype: #alimentary_tract_smear any of several cytologic smears obtained from different parts of the alimentary tract; obtained by specialized lavage techniques and used mainly to diagnose cancer in those parts
subtype: #esophageal_smear alimentary tract smear of material obtained from the esophagus
subtype: #gastric_smear__gastricsmear alimentary tract smear of material obtained from the stomach
subtype: #oral_smear alimentary tract smear of material obtained from the mouth
subtype: #paraduodenal_smear__duodenal_smear alimentary tract smear of material obtained from the duodenum
subtype: #cervical_smear__Pap_smear__Papanicolaou_smear a sample of secretions and superficial cells of the uterine cervix and uterus; examined with a microscope to detect any abnormal cells
subtype: #lower_respiratory_tract_smear__lowerrespiratorytractsmear__bronchoscopic_smear__bronchoscopicsmear__sputum_smear any of several cytologic smears obtained from different parts of the lower respiratory tract; used for cytologic study of cancer and other diseases of the lungs
subtype: #vaginal_smear__vaginalsmear smear taken from the vaginal mucosa for cytological analysis
subtype: #core.sample a cylindrical sample of soil or rock obtained with a hollow drill
subtype: #tangle a twisted and tangled mass that is highly interwoven; "they carved their way through the tangle of vines"
subtype: #hairball__hair_ball__trichobezoar a compact mass of hair that forms in the alimentary canal (especially in the stomach of animals as a result of licking fur)
subtype: #shag.tangle a matted tangle of hair or fiber; "the dog's woolly shag"
subtype: #existence__universe__creation__world__cosmos__macrocosm everything that exists anywhere; "they study the evolution of the universe"; "the biggest tree in existence"
subtype: #natural_order__naturalorder the physical universe considered as an orderly system subject to natural (not human or supernatural) laws
subtype: #nature.existence the natural physical world including plants and animals and landscapes etc.; "they tried to preserve nature as they found it"
subtype: #cloud any collection of particles ($('<' #physical_phenomenon replaced by #natural_object because #cloud.atmospheric_phenomenon already exists and a clous a color, a mass, ... like all natural objects)$ e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible
subtype: #coma (astronomy) the luminous cloud of particles surrounding the frozen nucleus of a comet; forms as the comet approaches the sun and is warmed
subtype: #nebula.cloud an immense cloud of gas (mainly hydrogen) and dust in interstellar space
subtype: #diffuse_nebula__diffusenebula__gaseous_nebula__gaseousnebula a cluster of stars within an intricate cloud of gas and dust
instance: #Orion.constellation__orion__thehunter
subtype: #planetary_nebula__planetarynebula a nebula that was once thought to be a star with its planets but is now thought to be a very hot star surrounded by an expanding envelope of ionized gases that emit a fluorescent glow because of intense radiation from the star
subtype: #aerosol a cloud of solid or liquid particles in a gas
subtype: #fog droplets of water vapor suspended in the air near the ground
subtype: #fogbank a large mass of fog on the sea (as seen from a distance)
subtype: #ice_fog__icefog__pogonip a dense winter fog containing ice particles
subtype: #mist a thin fog with condensation near the ground
subtype: #pea-souper__peasouper__pea_soup__peasoup a heavy thick yellow fog
subtype: #haze atmospheric moisture or dust or smoke that causes reduced visibility
subtype: #fume__smoke a cloud of fine particles suspended in a gas
subtype: #gun_smoke__gunsmoke smoke created by the firing of guns
subtype: #smother a stifling cloud of smoke
subtype: #cosmic_dust clouds of particles or gases occurring throughout interstellar space
subtype: #dust_cloud a could of dust in the air
subtype: #mushroom-shaped_cloud__mushroom__mushroom_cloud a large cloud of rubble and dust shaped like a mushroom and rising into the sky after an explosion (especially of a nuclear bomb)
subtype: #plant_part__plantpart any part of a plant or fungus
subtype: #stub a short piece remaining on a trunk or stem where a branch is lost
subtype: #button.plant_part any of various plant parts that resemble buttons
subtype: #thallus__thallu a plant body without true stems or roots or leaves or vascular system; characteristic of the thallophytes
subtype: #crustose_thallus thin crusty lichen thallus; adheres closely to or is embedded in the surface on which it grows
subtype: #pileus__cap a fruiting structure resembling an umbrella that forms the top of a stalked fleshy fungus such as a mushroom
subtype: #calyptra the hood or cap covering the calyx of certain plants: e.g., the California poppy
subtype: #volva cuplike structure around the base of the stalk of certain fungi
subtype: #pycnidium flask-shaped asexual structure containing conidia
subtype: #chalaza.plant_part basal part of a plant ovule opposite the micropyle; where integument and nucellus are joined
subtype: #nucellus central part of a plant ovule; contains the embryo sac
subtype: #pollen_tube slender tubular outgrown from a pollen grain that penetrates the ovule and releases male gametes
subtype: #mentum.plant_part a projection like a chin formed by the sepals and base of the column in some orchids
subtype: #mycelium the vegetative part of a fungus consisting of a mass of branching threadlike hyphae
subtype: #sclerotium compact usually dark-colored mass of hardened mycelium constituting a vegetative food-storage body in various true fungi; detaches when mature and can give rise to new growth
subtype: #plant_organ__plantorgan a functional and structural unit of a plant or fungus
subtype: #reproductive_structure the parts of a plant involved in its reproduction
subtype: #spore small usually single-celled reproductive body produced especially by certain bacteria and algae and fungi and nonflowering plants
subtype: #basidiospore a sexually produced fungal spore borne on a basidium
subtype: #endospore a small asexual spore that develops inside the cell of some bacteria and algae
subtype: #carpospore a nonmotile spore of red algae
subtype: #chlamydospore thick-walled asexual resting spore of certain fungi and algae
subtype: #teliospore a chlamydospore that develops in the last stage of the life cycle of the rust fungus
subtype: #conidium__conidiospore an asexually produced fungal spore formed on a conidiophore
subtype: #oospore a thick-walled sexual spore that develops from a fertilized oosphere in some algae and fungi
subtype: #tetraspore one of the four asexual spores produced within a sporangium
subtype: #zoospore an asexual spore of some algae and fungi that moves by means of flagella
subtype: #fern_seed the asexual spore of ferns that resembles dust; once thought to be seeds and to make the possessor invisible
subtype: #microspore smaller of the two types of spore produced in heterosporous plants; develops in the pollen sac into a male gametophyte
subtype: #megaspore larger of the two types of spore produced in heterosporous plants; develops in ovule into a female gametophyte
subtype: #aeciospore spore of a rust fungus formed in an aecium
subtype: #ascospore sexually produced fungal spore formed within an ascus
subtype: #zygospore a plant spore formed by two similar sexual cells
subtype: #gleba fleshy spore-bearing inner mass of e.g. a puffball or stinkhorn
subtype: #hymenium spore-bearing layer of cells in certain fungi containing asci or basidia
subtype: #sporocarp__spore_case__sporecase specialized leaf branch in certain aquatic ferns that encloses the sori or clusters of sporangia
subtype: #bloom__flower__blossom reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts
subtype: #floret a diminutive flower (especially one that is part of a composite flower)
subtype: #apetalous_flower__apetalousflower flower having no petals
subtype: #inflorescence the flowering part of a plant or arrangement of flowers on a stalk
subtype: #flower_head a shortened compact cluster of flowers so arranged that the whole gives the effect of a single flower as in clover or members of the family Compositae
subtype: #catkin__ament a cylindrical spikelike inflorescence
subtype: #umbel flat-topped or rounded inflorescence characteristic of the family Umbelliferae in which the individual flower stalks arise from about the same point; youngest flowers are at the center
subtype: #corymb flat-topped or convex inflorescence in which the individual flower stalks grow upward from various points on the main stem to approximately the same height; outer flowers open first
subtype: #raceme usually elongate cluster of flowers along the main stem in which the flowers at the base open first
subtype: #panicle compound raceme or branched cluster of flowers
subtype: #cyme more or less flat-topped cluster of flowers in which the central or terminal flower opens first
subtype: #scorpioid_cyme__scorpioidcyme a cyme with flowers or branches alternating in opposite ranks
subtype: #spike.inflorescence (botany) an indeterminate inflorescence bearing sessile flowers on an unbranched axis
subtype: #spikelet a small spike (as the inflorescence on grasses and sedges)
subtype: #ray_flower__rayflower__ray_floret__rayfloret small flower with a flat strap-shaped corolla usually occupying the peripheral rings of a composite flower
subtype: #bud a partially opened flower
subtype: #rosebud the bud of a rose
subtype: #chrysanthemum.bloom the flower of a chrysanthemum plant
subtype: #stamen the male reproductive organ of a flower
subtype: #anther the part of the stamen that contains pollen; usually borne on a stalk
subtype: #pistil__gynoecium the female ovule-bearing part of a flower composed of ovary and style and stigma
subtype: #simple_pistil consists of one carpel
subtype: #compound_pistil consists of two or more fused carpels
subtype: #carpel a simple pistil or one element of a compound pistil
subtype: #style.reproductive_structure the narrow elongated part of the pistil between the ovary and the stigma
subtype: #stigma.reproductive_structure the apical end of the style where pollen is deposited
subtype: #ovary.reproductive_structure the organ that bears the ovules of a flower
subtype: #ovule a small body that contains the female germ cell of a plant; develops into a seed after fertilization
subtype: #amphitropous_ovule a partly inverted ovule turned back 90 degrees on its stalk
subtype: #anatropous_ovule a completely inverted ovule turned back 180 degrees on its stalk
subtype: #campylotropous_ovule a curved ovule with the micropyle almost touching the funiculus
subtype: #orthotropous_ovule a completely straight ovule with the micropyle at the apex
subtype: #seed.ovule a mature fertilized plant ovule consisting of an embryo and its food source and having a protective coat or testa
subtype: #placenta.reproductive_structure that part of the ovary of a flowering plant where the ovules form
subtype: #placentation arrangement of the ovules in the placenta and of the placentas in the ovary
subtype: #apical_placentation where one or few ovules develop at the top of a simple or compound ovary
subtype: #axile_placentation__axileplacentation ovules are borne at or around the center of a compound ovary on an axis formed from joined septa
subtype: #basal_placentation__basalplacentation where one or few ovules develop at the base of a simple or compound ovary
subtype: #free_central_placentation where ovules develop on a central column in a compound ovary lacking septa or with septa at base only
subtype: #lamellate_placentation__lamellateplacentation with ovules on thin extensions of the placentae into a compound ovary
subtype: #marginal_placentation__ventral_placentation__ventralplacentation with ovules borne on the wall along the ventral suture of a simple ovary
subtype: #parietal_placentation where ovules develop on the wall or slight outgrowths of the wall forming broken partitions within a compound ovary
subtype: #testa__seed_coat protective outer layer of seeds of flowering plants
subtype: #endosperm nutritive tissue surrounding the embryo within seeds of flowering plants
subtype: #gemma small asexual reproductive structure in e.g. liverworts and mosses that detaches from the parent and develops into a new individual
subtype: #strobilus__cone__strobile cone-shaped mass of ovule- or spore-bearing scales or bracts
subtype: #fir_cone__fircone the seed-producing cone of a fir tree
subtype: #galbulus the seed-producing cone of a cypress tree
subtype: #pinecone the seed-producing cone of a pine tree
subtype: #basidium a small club-shaped structure typically bearing four basidiospores at the ends of minute projections; unique to basidiomycetes
subtype: #promycelium the basidium of various fungi
subtype: #antheridium the male sex organ of spore-producing plants; produces antherozoids; equivalent to the anther in flowers
subtype: #sporangium__spore_case__sporecase__spore_sac__sporesac organ containing or producing spores
subtype: #eusporangium a sporangium that arises from a group of epidermal cells
subtype: #leptosporangium a sporangium formed from a single epidermal cell; characteristic of the Filicales or of almost all modern ferns
subtype: #tetrasporangium a sporangium containing four asexual spores
subtype: #ascus__ascu saclike structure in which ascospores are formed through sexual reproduction of ascomycetes
subtype: #sporophore a spore-bearing branch or organ: the part of the thallus of a sporophyte that develops spores; in ferns and mosses and liverworts is practically equivalent to the sporophyte
subtype: #gametangium cell or organ in which gametes develop
subtype: #gametophore a modified branch bearing gametangia as in the thalloid liverworts
subtype: #antheridiophore gametophore bearing antheridia as in certain mosses and liverworts
subtype: #sorus__soru cluster of sporangia usually on underside of a fern frond
subtype: #sorus.reproductive_structure__soru a spore-producing structure in certain lichens and fungi
subtype: #fruit the ripened reproductive body of a seed plant
subtype: #edible_fruit edible reproductive body of a seed plant especially one having sweet flesh
subtype: #freestone fruit (especially peach) whose flesh does not adhere to the pit
subtype: #cling__clingstone fruit (especially peach) whose flesh adheres strongly to the pit
subtype: #windfall fruit that has fallen from the tree
subtype: #apple fruit with red or yellow or green skin and sweet to tart crisp whitish flesh
subtype: #crab_apple__crabapple small sour apple; suitable for preserving; "crabapples make a tangy jelly"
subtype: #eating_apple__dessert_apple__dessertapple an apple used primarily for eating raw without cooking
subtype: #Baldwin an American eating apple with red or yellow and red skin
subtype: #Cortland large red-skinned apple
subtype: #Delicious variety of sweet eating apples
subtype: #Golden_Delicious__Yellow_Delicious a sweet eating apple with yellow skin
subtype: #Red_Delicious a sweet eating apple with bright red skin; most widely grown apple worldwide
subtype: #Empire an eating apple that somewhat resembles a McIntosh; used as both an eating and a cooking apple
subtype: #Grimes'_golden yellow apple that ripens in late autumn; eaten raw
subtype: #Jonathan red late-ripening apple; primarily eaten raw
subtype: #McIntosh early-ripening apple popular in the northeastern United States; primarily eaten raw but suitable for applesauce
subtype: #Macoun similar to McIntosh; juicy and late-ripening
subtype: #Northern_Spy large late-ripening apple with skin striped with yellow and red
subtype: #Pearmain any of several varieties of red-skinned apple
subtype: #Pippin any of numerous superior eating apples with yellow or greenish yellow skin flushed with red
subtype: #Cox's_Orange_Pippin a yellow Pippin with distinctive flavor
subtype: #Prima used primarily as eating apples
subtype: #Stayman apple grown chiefly in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley
subtype: #Winesap crisp apple with dark red skin
subtype: #Stayman_Winesap crisp tart apple; good for eating raw and suitable for cooking
subtype: #cooking_apple__cookingapple an apple used primarily in cooking for pies and applesauce etc
subtype: #Bramley's_Seedling very large cooking apple
subtype: #Granny_Smith hard and tart; used primarily in cooking
subtype: #Lane's_Prince_Albert used primarily in cooking
subtype: #Newtown_Wonder used primarily in cooking
subtype: #Rome_Beauty large red apple used primarily for baking
subtype: #berry any of numerous small edible pulpy fruits either simple (grape; blueberry) or aggregate (blackberry; raspberry)
subtype: #European_blueberry__bilberry__whortleberry blue-black berries similar to American blueberries
subtype: #huckleberry.berry blue-black berry similar to blueberries and bilberries of the eastern United States
subtype: #blueberry sweet edible dark-blue berries of either low-growing or high-growing blueberry plants
subtype: #boxberry__wintergreen__checkerberry__teaberry__spiceberry spicy red berrylike fruit; source of wintergreen oil
subtype: #cranberry.berry very tart red berry used for sauce or juice
subtype: #lowbush_cranberry__lowbushcranberry__lingonberry__mountaincranberry__cowberry tart red berries similar to American cranberries but smaller
subtype: #currant any of several tart red or black berries used primarily for jellies and jams
subtype: #gooseberry currant-like berry used primarily in jams and jellies
subtype: #black_currant__blackcurrant small black berries used in jams and jellies
subtype: #red_currant small red berries used primarily in jams and jellies
subtype: #blackberry large sweet black or very dark purple edible aggregate fruit of any of various bushes of the genus Rubus
subtype: #boysenberry large raspberry-flavored fruit; cross between blackberries and raspberries
subtype: #dewberry blackberry-like fruits of any of several trailing blackberry bushes
subtype: #loganberry large red variety of the dewberry
subtype: #raspberry red or black edible aggregate berries usually smaller than the related blackberries
subtype: #saskatoon__shadberry__juneberry edible purple or red berries
subtype: #strawberry.berry sweet fleshy red fruit
subtype: #sugarberry__hackberry small edible dark purple to black berry with large pits; southern United States
subtype: #persimmon orange fruit resembling a plum; edible when fully ripe
subtype: #surinam_cherry__surinamcherry__acerola__barbados_cherry__West_Indian_cherry acid red or yellow cherry-like fruit of a tropical American shrub very rich in vitamin C
subtype: #mulberry sweet usually dark purple blackberry-like fruit of any of several mulberry trees of the genus Morus
subtype: #lanseh__lansa__lansat__lanset East Indian tart yellow berrylike fruit
subtype: #carambola__star_fruit deeply ridged yellow-brown tropical fruit; used raw as a vegetable or in salad or when fully ripe as a dessert
subtype: #ceriman tropical cylindrical fruit resembling a pinecone with pineapple-banana flavor
subtype: #carissa_plum__carissaplum__natal_plum__natalplum edible scarlet plum-like fruit of a South African plant
subtype: #citrus_fruit__citrus any of numerous fruits of the genus Citrus having thick rind and juicy pulp; grown in warm regions
subtype: #orange_fruit__orange round yellow to orange fruit of any of several citrus trees
subtype: #temple_orange large sweet easily-peeled Florida fruit with deep orange rind
subtype: #bitter_orange__Seville_orange__sour_orange highly acidic orange used especially in marmalade
subtype: #sweet_orange__sweetorange orange with sweet juicy pulp; often thin-skinned
subtype: #Jaffa_orange sweet almost seedless orange of Israel
subtype: #navel_orange__navelorange seedless orange enclosing a small secondary fruit at the apex
subtype: #Valencia_orange variety of sweet orange cultivated extensively in Florida and California
subtype: #mandarin_orange__mandarin a somewhat flat reddish-orange loose-skinned citrus of China
subtype: #satsuma medium-sized largely seedless mandarin orange with thin smooth skin
subtype: #tangerine any of various deep orange mandarins grown in the United States and southern Africa
subtype: #kumquat small oval citrus fruit with thin sweet rind and very acid pulp
subtype: #lemon yellow oval fruit with juicy acidic flesh
subtype: #lime the green acidic fruit of any of various lime trees
subtype: #key_lime__keylime small yellow-green limes of southern Florida
subtype: #grapefruit large yellow fruit with somewhat acid juicy pulp; usual serving consists of a half
subtype: #pomelo__shaddock large pear-shaped fruit similar to grapefruit but with coarse dry pulp
subtype: #citrange more aromatic and acid tasting than oranges; used in beverages and marmalade
subtype: #citron large lemonlike fruit with thick aromatic rind; usually preserved
subtype: #tangelo__ugli_fruit large sweet juicy hybrid between tangerine and grapefruit having a thick wrinkled skin
subtype: #apricot downy yellow to rosy-colored fruit resembling a small peach
subtype: #peach downy juicy fruit with sweet yellowish or whitish flesh
subtype: #nectarine smooth-skinned variety or mutation of the peach
subtype: #pitahaya highly colored edible fruit of pitahaya cactus having bright red juice; often as large as a peach
subtype: #plum any of numerous varieties of small to medium-sized round or oval smooth-skinned fruit with a single pit
subtype: #damson__damson_plum sweet dark purple plum
subtype: #greengage_plum__greengageplum__greengage sweet green or greenish-yellow variety of plum
subtype: #beach_plum__beachplum small dark purple fruit used especially in jams and pies
subtype: #sloe small sour dark purple fruit of especially the Allegheny plum bush
subtype: #dried_fruit__driedfruit fruit preserved by drying
subtype: #dried_apricot__driedapricot apricots preserved by drying
subtype: #prune dried plum
subtype: #raisin dried grape
subtype: #seedless_raisin__sultana dried seedless grape
subtype: #seeded_raisin seeded grape that has been dried
subtype: #currant.raisin small dried seedless raisin grown in the Mediterranean region and California; used in cooking
subtype: #fig fleshy sweet pear-shaped yellowish or purple multiple fruit eaten fresh or preserved or dried
subtype: #pineapple__ananas large sweet fleshy tropical fruit with a terminal tuft of stiff leaves; widely cultivated
subtype: #anchovy_pear__anchovypear__river_pear__riverpear West Indian fruit resembling the mango; often pickled
subtype: #banana elongated crescent-shaped yellow fruit with soft sweet flesh
subtype: #passion_fruit__passionfruit egg-shaped tropical fruit of certain passionflower vines; used for sherbets and confectionery and drinks
subtype: #granadilla the egg-shaped edible fruit of tropical American vines related to passionflowers
subtype: #sweet_calabash__sweetcalabash apple-sized passion fruit of the West Indies
subtype: #bell_apple__sweet_cup__sweetcup__water_lemon__waterlemon__yellow_granadilla the edible yellow fruit of the Jamaica honeysuckle
subtype: #breadfruit round seedless or seeded fruit with a bread-like texture; eaten boiled or baked or roasted or ground into flour; roasted seeds resemble chestnuts; of Pacific Islands
subtype: #jackfruit__jak__jack immense East Indian fruit resembling breadfruit of; its seeds are commonly roasted
subtype: #canistel__eggfruit ovoid orange-yellow mealy sweet fruit of Florida and West Indies
subtype: #melon any of numerous fruits of the gourd family having a hard rind and sweet juicy flesh
subtype: #melon_ball__melonball a bite of melon cut as a sphere
subtype: #muskmelon__sweetmelon the fruit of a muskmelon vine; any of several sweet melons related to cucumbers
subtype: #cantaloup__cantaloupe the fruit of a cantaloup vine; small to medium-sized melon with yellowish flesh
subtype: #winter_melon the fruit of the winter melon vine; a green melon with pale green to orange flesh that keeps well
subtype: #honeydew_melon__honeydew the fruit of a variety of winter melon vine; a large smooth-skinned greenish-white melon with pale green flesh
subtype: #Persian_melon the fruit of a variety of winter melon vine; a large green melon with orange flesh
subtype: #casaba_melon__casaba melon having yellowish rind and whitish flesh
subtype: #net_melon__netmelon__netted_melon__nutmeg_melon the fruit of a variety of muskmelon vine; a melon with netlike markings and deep green flesh
subtype: #watermelon large oblong or roundish melon with a hard green rind and sweet watery red or occasionally yellowish pulp
subtype: #cherry fruit with a single hard stone
subtype: #black_cherry__blackcherry__sweetcherry any of several fruits of cultivated cherry trees that have sweet flesh
subtype: #bing_cherry dark red or blackish sweet cherry
subtype: #heart_cherry__heartcherry__oxheart_cherry__oxheartcherry large heart-shaped sweet cherry with soft flesh
subtype: #blackheart_cherry__blackheart heart cherry with dark flesh and skin cherry
subtype: #capulin__Mexican_black_cherry Mexican black cherry
subtype: #sour_cherry acid cherries used for pies and preserves
subtype: #amarelle pale red sour cherry with colorless or nearly colorless juice
subtype: #morello cultivated sour cherry with dark-colored skin and juice
subtype: #cocoa_plum__cocoaplum__coco_plum__icaco plum-shaped whitish to almost black fruit used for preserves; tropical American
subtype: #grape any of various juicy purple- or green-skinned fruit of the genus Vitis; grow in clusters
subtype: #slip-skin_grape__fox_grape__foxgrape purplish-black wild grape of the eastern United States with tough skins that slip easily from the flesh; cultivated in many varieties
subtype: #Concord_grape slip-skin purple table grape of the northeastern United States
subtype: #Catawba.slip-skin_grape__catawba slip-skin reddish American table grape
subtype: #bullace_grape__bullacegrape__muscadine dull-purple grape of southern United States
subtype: #scuppernong amber-green muscadine grape of southeastern United States
subtype: #vinifera_grape grape from a cultivated variety of the common grape vine of Europe
subtype: #emperor red table grape of California
subtype: #muscat_grape__muscat__muscatel sweet aromatic grape used for raisins and wine
subtype: #ribier dark reddish-purple table grape of California
subtype: #sultana pale yellow seedless grape used for raisins and wine
subtype: #Tokay variety of wine grape originally grown in Hungary; the prototype of vinifera grapes
subtype: #flame_tokay__flametokay purplish-red table grape
subtype: #Thompson_Seedless seedless green table grape of California
subtype: #custard_apple__custardapple the fruit of any of several tropical American trees of the genus Annona having soft edible pulp
subtype: #cherimoya__cherimolla large tropical fruit with leathery skin and soft pulp; related to custard apples
subtype: #soursop large spiny tropical fruit with tart pulp related to custard apples
subtype: #bullock's_heart__Jamaica_apple large heart-shaped tropical fruit with soft acid pulp
subtype: #sweetsop__anon__sugar_apple__sugarapple sweet pulpy tropical fruit with thick scaly rind and shiny black seeds
subtype: #ilama whitish tropical fruit with a pinkish tinge related to custard apples; grown in the southern United States
subtype: #pond_apple ovoid yellow fruit with very fragrant peach-colored flesh; related to custard apples
subtype: #papaw__pawpaw fruit with yellow flesh; related to custard apples
subtype: #papaya large oval melon-like tropical fruit with yellowish flesh
subtype: #kai_apple__kaiapple S African fruit smelling and tasting like apricots; used for pickles and preserves
subtype: #ketembilla__kitembilla__kitambilla maroon-purple gooseberry-like fruit of India having tart-sweet purple pulp used especially for preserves
subtype: #ackee__akee red pear-shaped tropical fruit with poisonous seeds; flesh is poisonous when unripe or overripe
subtype: #durian huge fruit native to southeastern Asia `smelling like Hell and tasting like Heaven'; seeds are roasted and eaten like nuts
subtype: #feijoa__pineapple_guava__pineappleguava dark-green kiwi-sized tropical fruit with white flesh; used chiefly for jellies and preserves
subtype: #genip__Spanish_lime round one-inch Caribbean fruit with green leathery skin and sweet juicy translucent pulp; eaten like grapes
subtype: #genipap__genipap_fruit__genipapfruit a succulent orange-sized tropical fruit with a thick rind
subtype: #kiwi_fruit__kiwi__Chinese_gooseberry fuzzy brown egg-shaped fruit with slightly tart green flesh
subtype: #loquat__Japanese_plum yellow olive-sized semitropical fruit with a large free stone and relatively little flesh; used for jellies
subtype: #mangosteen two- to three-inch tropical fruit with juicy flesh suggestive of both peaches and pineapples
subtype: #mango large oval smooth-skinned tropical fruit with juicy aromatic pulp and a large hairy seed
subtype: #sapodilla_plum__sapodillaplum__sapodilla__sapota tropical fruit with a rough brownish skin and very sweet brownish pulp
subtype: #sapote__mammee__marmalade_plum__marmaladeplum brown oval fruit flesh makes excellent sherbet
subtype: #tamarind__tamarindo large tropical seed pod with very tangy pulp that is eaten fresh or cooked with rice and fish or preserved for curries and chutneys
subtype: #alligator_pear__alligatorpear__avocado__avocado_pear__avocadopear pear-shaped tropical fruit with green or blackish skin and rich yellowish pulp enclosing a single large seed
subtype: #date.edible_fruit sweet edible fruit of the date palm with a single long woody seed
subtype: #elderberry berrylike fruit of an elder used for e.g. wines and jellies
subtype: #guava tropical fruit having yellow skin and pink pulp; eaten fresh or used for e.g. jellies
subtype: #mombin purplish tropical fruit
subtype: #hog_plum__hogplum__yellow_mombin yellow oval tropical fruit
subtype: #wild_plum__hog_plum__hogplum wild plum of southern United States
subtype: #jaboticaba tough-skinned purple grape-like tropical fruit grown in Brazil
subtype: #Chinese_jujube__jujube__Chinese_date dark red plum-like fruit of Old World buckthorn trees
subtype: #litchi_nut__litchi__litchee__lichi__leechee__lichee__lychee Chinese fruit having a thin brittle shell enclosing a sweet jellylike pulp and a single seed; often dried
subtype: #longanberry__dragon'seye Asian fruit similar to litchi
subtype: #mamey__mammee_apple globular or ovoid tropical fruit with thick russet leathery rind and juicy yellow or reddish flesh
subtype: #marang tropical fruit from the Philippines having a mass of small seeds embedded in sweetish white pulp
subtype: #medlar crabapple-like fruit used for preserves
subtype: #medlar.edible_fruit South African globular fruit with brown leathery skin and sweet-acid pithy flesh
subtype: #pear sweet juicy gritty-textured fruit available in many varieties
subtype: #bosc greenish-yellow pear
subtype: #anjou green-skinned pear with firm flesh
subtype: #bartlett_pear__bartlett juicy yellow pear
subtype: #seckel_pear__seckel small yellowish- to reddish-brown pear
subtype: #plumcot hybrid between plum and apricot
subtype: #pomegranate large globular fruit having many seeds with juicy red pulp in a tough brownish-red rind
subtype: #prickly_pear__pricklypear round or pear-shaped spiny fruit of any of various prickly pear cacti
subtype: #garambulla small berrylike fruit
subtype: #blade_apple__bladeapple__Barbados_gooseberry small yellow to orange fruit of the Barbados gooseberry cactus used in desserts and preserves and jellies
subtype: #quandang__quandong__quantong__native_peach red Australian fruit; used for dessert or in jam
subtype: #quince aromatic acid-tasting pear-shaped fruit used in preserves
subtype: #rambutan__rambotan pleasantly acid bright red oval Malayan fruit covered with soft spines
subtype: #pulasan__pulassan fruit of an East Indian tree similar to the rambutan but sweeter
subtype: #rose_apple fragrant oval yellowish tropical fruit used in jellies and confections
subtype: #sorb__sorb_apple acid gritty-textured fruit
subtype: #sour_gourd acid-tasting Australian gourd-like fruit with a woody rind and large seeds
subtype: #monkey_bread__sour_gourd African gourd-like fruit with edible pulp
subtype: #juniper_berry__juniperberry berrylike fruit of a plant of the genus Juniperus especially the berrylike cone of the common juniper
subtype: #May_apple edible but insipid fruit of the May apple plant
subtype: #achene small dry indehiscent fruit with the seed distinct from the fruit wall
subtype: #samara__key_fruit__keyfruit a winged often one-seed indehiscent fruit as of the ash or elm or maple
subtype: #gourd any of numerous inedible fruits with hard rinds
subtype: #calabash round gourd of the calabash tree
subtype: #prairie_gourd__prairiegourd small hard green-and-white inedible fruit of the prairie gourd plant
subtype: #quandong__blue_fig the fruit of the Brisbane quandong tree
subtype: #acorn fruit of the oak tree: a smooth thin-walled nut in a woody cup-shaped base
subtype: #olive.fruit small ovoid fruit of the European olive tree; important food and source of oil
subtype: #wild_cherry the fruit of the wild cherry tree
subtype: #marasca small bitter fruit of the marasca cherry tree from whose juice maraschino liqueur is made
subtype: #hagberry small cherry much liked by birds
subtype: #chokecherry the fruit of the chokecherry tree
subtype: #rowanberry decorative red berrylike fruit of a rowan tree
subtype: #buffalo_nut__elk_nut__elknut__oil_nut__oilnut oily drupaceous fruit of rabbitwood
subtype: #ear.fruit__capitulum fruiting spike of a cereal plant especially corn
subtype: #mealie (South African) an ear of corn
subtype: #fruitlet a diminutive fruit, especially one that is part of a multiple fruit
subtype: #seed a small hard fruit
subtype: #edible_seed many are used as seasoning
subtype: #pumpkin_seed__pumpkinseed the edible seed of a pumpkin
subtype: #betel_nut__betelnut__areca_nut__arecanut seed of betel palm; chewed with leaves of the betel pepper and lime as a digestive stimulant and narcotic in southeastern Asia
subtype: #water_chinquapin__waterchinquapin edible nutlike seeds of an American lotus having the flavor of a chinquapin
subtype: #dika_nut edible oil-rich seed of wild mango
subtype: #sunflower_seed__sunflowerseed edible seed of sunflowers; used as food and poultry feed and as a source of oil
subtype: #cumin_seed__cuminseed__cumin aromatic seeds of the cumin herb of the carrot family
subtype: #coffee_bean__coffee_berry__coffee a seed of the coffee tree; ground to make coffee
subtype: #bonduc_nut__nicker_nut__nicker_seed hard shiny gray seed of a bonduc tree; used for making e.g. jewelry
subtype: #Job's_tears hard pearly seeds of an Asiatic grass; often used as beads
subtype: #oilseed any of several seeds that yield oil
subtype: #castor_bean seed of castor-oil plant; source of castor oil
subtype: #cottonseed seed of cotton plants; source of cottonseed oil
subtype: #candlenut seed of candlenut tree; source of soil used in varnishes
subtype: #rapeseed seed of rape plants; source of an edible oil
subtype: #linseed__flaxseed the seed of flax used as a source of oil
subtype: #safflower_seed__safflowerseed seed of the safflower
subtype: #caryopsis__caryopsi__grain dry seedlike fruit produced by the cereal grasses: e.g. wheat, barley, Indian corn
subtype: #amaranth.caryopsis seed of amaranth plants used as a native cereal in Central and South America
subtype: #barleycorn a grain of barley
subtype: #wheat_berry a grain of wheat
subtype: #kernel a single whole grain of a cereal: "a kernel of corn"
subtype: #corn the dried grains or kernels or corn used as animal feed or ground for meal
subtype: #rye the seed of the cereal grass
subtype: #ash-key__ashkey winged seed of the ash tree
subtype: #coquilla_nut nut having a hard hazel-brown shell used like vegetable ivory
subtype: #babassu_nut hard-shelled nut of the babassu palm
subtype: #cohune_nut nut of the cohune palm having hard white shells like those of ivory nuts
subtype: #ivory_nut__ivorynut__vegetable_ivory__vegetableivory__apple_nut nutlike seed of a South American palm; the hard white shell takes a high polish and is used for e.g. buttons
subtype: #neem_seed seed of neem trees; source of pesticides and fertilizer and medicinal products
subtype: #buckeye__horse_chestnut__horsechestnut__conker the inedible nutlike seed of the horse chestnut
subtype: #Mexican_jumping_bean__jumping_bean__jumpingbean__jumping_seed__jumpingseed seed of Mexican shrubs of the genus Sebastiana containing the larva of a moth whose movements cause the bean to jerk or tumble
subtype: #bean any of various seeds or fruits suggestive of beans
subtype: #tonka_bean__tonkabean__coumara_nut fragrant black nutlike seeds of the tonka bean tree; used in perfumes and medicines and as a substitute for vanilla
subtype: #algarroba__algarrobilla__algarobilla mesquite pod used in tanning and dying
subtype: #calabar_bean__calabarbean__ordeal_bean dark brown highly poisonous seed of the calabar-bean vine; source of physostigmine and used in native witchcraft
subtype: #divi-divi twisted seed pods of the divi-divi tree; source of tannin
subtype: #nut usually large hard-shelled seed
subtype: #edible_nut a hard-shelled seed consisting of an edible kernel or meat enclosed in a woody or leathery shell
subtype: #bunya_bunya__bunyabunya nut tasting like roasted chestnuts; a staple food of Australian aborigines
subtype: #goober__peanut__earthnut__goober_pea__groundnut__monkey_nut pod of the peanut vine containing usually 2 nuts or seeds; `groundnut' and `monkey nut' are British terms
subtype: #almond oval-shaped edible seed of the almond tree
subtype: #Jordan_almond an almond covered with a sugar coating that is hard and flavored and colored
subtype: #quandong_nut edible nutlike seed of the quandong fruit
subtype: #beechnut small sweet triangular nut of any of various beech trees
subtype: #walnut nut of any of various walnut trees having a wrinkled two-lobed seed with a hard shell
subtype: #black_walnut__blackwalnut American walnut having a very hard and thick woody shell
subtype: #English_walnut nut with a wrinkled two-lobed seed and hard but relatively thin shell; widely used in cooking
subtype: #brazil__brazil_nut three-sided tropical American nut with white oily meat and hard brown shell
subtype: #butternut oily egg-shaped nut of an American tree of the walnut family
subtype: #souari_nut a large nutlike seed of a South American tree
subtype: #cashew_nut__cashew kidney-shaped nut edible only when roasted
subtype: #chestnut.edible_nut edible nut of any of various chestnut trees of the genus Castanea
subtype: #chincapin__chinkapin__chinquapin small nut of either of two small chestnut trees of the southern United States; resembles a hazelnut
subtype: #hazelnut__filbert__cobnut__cob nut of any of several trees of the genus Corylus
subtype: #coconut__cocoanut large hard-shelled oval nut with a fibrous husk containing thick white meat surrounding a central cavity filled (when fresh) with fluid or milk
subtype: #grugru_nut nut of Brazilian or West Indian palms
subtype: #hickory_nut__hickorynut small hard-shelled nut of North American hickory trees especially the shagbark hickories
subtype: #macadamia_nut__macadamianut nutlike seed with sweet and crisp white meat
subtype: #pecan smooth brown oval nut of south central United States
subtype: #pine_nut__pignolia__pinon_nut__pinonnut edible seed of any of several nut pines especially some pinons of southwestern North America
subtype: #pistachio_nut__pistachionut__pistachio nut of Mediterranean trees having an edible green kernel
subtype: #cembra_nut__cedar_nut the seed of the Swiss pine
subtype: #kola_nut__cola_nut bitter brown seed containing caffein; source of cola extract
subtype: #mast.nut nuts of forest trees (as beechnuts and acorns) accumulated on the ground; used especially as food for swine
subtype: #palm_nut__palm_kernel see o any oil palm
subtype: #nutlet a small nut
subtype: #berry.fruit a pulpy and usually edible small fruit having any of various structures: e.g. strawberry or raspberry or blueberry
subtype: #cranberry.berry very tart red berry used for sauce or juice
subtype: #baneberry a poisonous berry of a plant of the genus Actaea
subtype: #simple_fruit__bacca an indehiscent fruit derived from a single ovary having one or many seeds within a fleshy wall or pericarp: e.g. grape; tomato; cranberry
subtype: #aggregate_fruit__aggregatefruit__multiple_fruit__syncarp fruit consisting of many individual small fruits or drupes derived from separate ovaries within a common receptacle: e.g. blackberry; raspberry; pineapple
subtype: #syconium the fleshy multiple fruit of the fig consisting of an enlarged hollow receptacle containing numerous fruitlets
subtype: #drupe__stone_fruit__stonefruit fleshy indehiscent fruit with a single seed: e.g. almond; peach; plum; cherry; elderberry; olive; jujube
subtype: #almond oval-shaped edible seed of the almond tree
subtype: #peach downy juicy fruit with sweet yellowish or whitish flesh
subtype: #plum any of numerous varieties of small to medium-sized round or oval smooth-skinned fruit with a single pit
subtype: #cherry fruit with a single hard stone
subtype: #elderberry berrylike fruit of an elder used for e.g. wines and jellies
subtype: #Chinese_jujube__jujube__Chinese_date dark red plum-like fruit of Old World buckthorn trees
subtype: #olive.relish one-seeded fruit of the European olive tree usually pickled and used as a relish
subtype: #black_olive__ripe_olive olives picked ripe and cured in brine then dried or pickled or preserved canned or in oil
subtype: #green_olive olives picked green and pickled in brine; infrequently stuffed with e.g. pimento
subtype: #drupelet a small part of an aggregate fruit that resembles a drupe
subtype: #blackberry large sweet black or very dark purple edible aggregate fruit of any of various bushes of the genus Rubus
subtype: #raspberry red or black edible aggregate berries usually smaller than the related blackberries
subtype: #acinus.drupelet__acinu one of the small drupes making up an aggregate or multiple fruit like a blackberry
subtype: #pome__false_fruit__falsefruit a fleshy fruit (apple or pear or related fruits) having seed chambers and an outer fleshy part
subtype: #apple fruit with red or yellow or green skin and sweet to tart crisp whitish flesh
subtype: #pear sweet juicy gritty-textured fruit available in many varieties
subtype: #quince aromatic acid-tasting pear-shaped fruit used in preserves
subtype: #seedpod__pod a several-seeded dehiscent fruit as e.g. of a leguminous plant
subtype: #legume.seedpod the fruit or seed of any of various bean or pea plants consisting of a two-valved case that splits along both sides when ripe and having the seeds attached to one edge of the valves
subtype: #garbanzo__chickpea the seed of the chickpea plant
subtype: #lentil.legume the fruit or seed of a lentil plant
subtype: #pea.legume the fruit or seed of a pea plant
subtype: #garden_pea the flattened to cylindric inflated multi-seeded fruit of the common pea plant
subtype: #field_pea.legume__fieldpea seed of the field pea plant
subtype: #cowpea__black-eyed_pea fruit or seed of the cowpea plant
subtype: #peanut underground pod of of the peanut vine
subtype: #screw_bean__screwbean spirally twisted sweet pod of screwbean mesquite that is used for fodder or ground into meal for feed
subtype: #okra long green edible beaked pods of the okra plant
subtype: #cowage pods of the cowage plant or the stinging hairs covering them; used as a vermifuge when mixed with e.g. honey
subtype: #loment pods constricted between seeds and breaking apart when ripe into one-seed segments
subtype: #pyxidium__pyxis__pyxi fruit of such plants as the plantain; a capsule whose upper part falls off when the seeds are released
subtype: #accessory_fruit__accessoryfruit__pseudocarp fruit containing much fleshy tissue besides that of the ripened ovary; as apple or strawberry
subtype: #buckthorn_berry__buckthornberry__yellow_berry fruit of various buckthorns yielding dyes or pigments
subtype: #cubeb spicy fruit of the cubeb vine; when dried and crushed is used medicinally or in perfumery and sometimes smoked in cigarettes
subtype: #septum.plant_organ a partition or wall especially in an ovary
subtype: #nectary__honey_gland__honeygland a gland (often a protuberance or depression) that secretes nectar
subtype: #archegonium a female sex organ occurring in mosses, ferns, and most gymnosperms
subtype: #mescal_button__sacred_mushroom the button-shaped top of the mescal cactus
subtype: #cup.plant_organ cup-shaped plant organ
subtype: #acorn_cup__acorncup__cupule cup-shaped structure of hardened bracts at the base of an acorn
subtype: #hypobasidium special cell constituting the base of the basidium in various fungi especially of the order Tremellales
subtype: #gill.plant_organ__lamella any of the radiating leaflike spore-producing structures on the underside of the cap of a mushroom or similar fungus
subtype: #fruiting_body an organ specialized for producing spores
subtype: #ascocarp mature fruiting body of an ascomycetous fungus
subtype: #ascoma an ascocarp having the spore-bearing layer of cells (the hymenium) on a broad disklike receptacle
subtype: #apothecium a cuplike ascocarp in many lichens and ascomycetous fungi
subtype: #elf_cup__elfcup apothecium of a fungus of the family Pezizaceae
subtype: #cleistothecium__cleistocarp closed spore-bearing structure of some fungi (especially Aspergillaceae and Erysiphaceae) from which spores are released only by decay or disintegration
subtype: #perithecium flask-shaped ascocarp
subtype: #acervulus__acervulu small asexual fruiting body resembling a cushion or blister consisting of a mat of hyphae that is produced on a host by some fungi
subtype: #basidiocarp the fruiting body of a basidiomycete which bears its spores on special cells
subtype: #aecium fruiting body of some rust fungi bearing chains of aeciospores
subtype: #root the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to the ground
subtype: #calamus the aromatic root of the sweet flag used medicinally
subtype: #taro__cocoyam__eddo edible starchy tuberous root of taro plants
subtype: #ginseng aromatic root of ginseng plants
subtype: #horseradish_root__horseradishroot__horseradish the root of the horseradish plant; it is grated or ground and used for seasoning
subtype: #radish.root pungent edible root of any of various cultivated radish plants
subtype: #chicory__chicoryroot the dried root of the chicory plant: used as a coffee substitute
subtype: #oyster_plant__salsify edible root of the salsify plant
subtype: #Hottentot_bread__Hottentot's_bread thick edible rootstock of elephant's-foot
subtype: #briarroot hard woody root of the briar Erica arborea
subtype: #orrisroot__orris__orri fragrant rootstock of various irises especially Florentine iris; used in perfumes and medicines
subtype: #sarsaparilla_root dried root of any of various plants of the genus Smilax used as a flavoring agent
subtype: #licorice_root root of licorice used in flavoring e.g. candy and liqueurs and medicines
subtype: #senega dried root of two plants of the genus Polygala containing an irritating saponin
subtype: #mandrake_root__mandrake the root of the mandrake plant; used medicinally or as a narcotic
subtype: #cassava cassava root eaten as a staple food after drying and leaching; source of tapioca
subtype: #carrot.root deep orange edible root of the cultivated carrot plant
subtype: #parsnip.root the whitish root of cultivated parsnip
subtype: #taproot main root of a plant growing straight downward from the stem
subtype: #adventitious_root root growing in an unusual location e.g. from a stem
subtype: #rootlet small root or division of a root
subtype: #prop_root a root that grows from and supports the stem above the ground in plants such as mangroves
subtype: #root_cap thimble-shaped mass of cells covering and protecting the growing tip of a root
subtype: #root_hair thin hairlike outgrowth of an epidermal cell just behind the tip; absorbs nutrients from the soil
subtype: #stolon__runner__offset a horizontal branch from the base of plant that produces new plants from buds at its tips
subtype: #stalk__stem a slender or elongated structure that supports a plant or fungus or a plant part or plant organ
subtype: #filament.stalk the stalk of a stamen
subtype: #funicle__funiculus__funiculu the stalk of a plant ovule or seed
subtype: #cane.stalk a strong slender often flexible stem as of bamboos, reeds, rattans, or sugar cane
subtype: #sugarcane__sugar_cane__sugarcane juicy canes whose sap is a source of molasses and commercial sugar; fresh canes are sometimes chewed for the juice
subtype: #rattan_cane__rattan the stem of various climbing palms of the genus Calamus and related genera used to make wickerwork and furniture and canes
subtype: #malacca stem of the rattan palm used for making canes and umbrella handles
subtype: #sporangiophore stalk bearing one or more sporangia
subtype: #cutting.stalk__slip a part (sometimes a root or leaf or bud) removed from a plant to propagate a new plant through rooting or grafting
subtype: #quickset cuttings of plants set in the ground to grow as hawthorn for hedges or vines: "a quickset of a vine planted in a vineyard"
subtype: #tuber a fleshy underground stem or root serving for reproductive and food storage
subtype: #water_chestnut__waterchestnut edible bulbous tuber of a Chinese marsh plant
subtype: #potato_bean__groundnut__wild_bean nutlike tuber; important food of Native Americans
subtype: #Jerusalem_artichoke edible tuber of the Jerusalem artichoke
subtype: #yam.tuber edible tuber of any of several yams
subtype: #sweet_potato.tuber__sweetpotato the fleshy root of the sweet potato vine
subtype: #rhizome__rootstock a horizontal plant stem with shoots above and roots below serving as a reproductive structure
subtype: #axis.stalk the main stem or central part about which plant organs or plant parts such as branches are arranged
subtype: #rachis axis of a compound leaf or compound inflorescence
subtype: #spadix the fleshy axis of a spike often surrounded by a spathe
subtype: #caudex woody stem of palms and tree ferns
subtype: #beanstalk stem of a bean plant
subtype: #cladode__cladophyll__phylloclad__phylloclade a flattened stem resembling and functioning as a leaf
subtype: #stock.stalk__caudex persistent thickened stem of a herbaceous perennial plant
subtype: #stipe supporting stalk or stemlike structure especially of a pistil or fern frond or supporting a mushroom cap
subtype: #scape__flowerstalk erect leafless flower stalk growing directly from the ground as in a tulip
subtype: #peduncle.scape stalk bearing an inflorescence or solitary flower
subtype: #pedicel__pedicle a small stalk bearing a single flower of an inflorescence; an ultimate division of a common peduncle
subtype: #ray.pedicel a branch of an umbel or an umbelliform inflorescence
subtype: #petiole__leafstalk the slender stem that supports the blade of a leaf
subtype: #phyllode an expanded petiole taking on the function of a leaf blade
subtype: #bulb a modified bud consisting of a thickened globular underground stem serving as a reproductive structure
subtype: #onion.bulb edible bulb of an onion plant
subtype: #shallot.bulb aggregated bulb of the multiplier onion
subtype: #squill bulb of the sea squill, which is sliced, dried, and used as an expectorant
subtype: #bulbil__bulblet small bulb or bulb-shaped growth arising from the leaf axil or in the place of flowers
subtype: #corm solid swollen underground bulb-shaped stem or stem base and serving as a reproductive structure
subtype: #branch a division of a stem, or secondary stem arising from the main stem of a plant
subtype: #tree_branch__limb any of the main branches arising from the trunk or a bough of a tree
subtype: #stick.tree_branch a small thin branch of a tree
subtype: #bough any of the larger branches of a tree
subtype: #branchlet__twig__sprig small branch or division of a branch; usually applied to branches of the current or preceding year
subtype: #brier a thorny stem or twig
subtype: #withy__withe strong flexible twig
subtype: #osier.withy flexible twig of a willow tree
subtype: #culm stem of plants of the Gramineae
subtype: #haulm__halm stems of beans and peas and potatoes and grasses collectively as used for thatching and bedding
subtype: #tree_trunk__trunk__bole the main stem of a tree; usually covered with bark; the bole is usually the part that is commercially useful for lumber
subtype: #capitulum__head a dense clusters of flowers or foliage: "a head of cauliflower"; "a head of lettuce"
subtype: #leafage__leaf__foliage the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants
subtype: #cotyledon__seed_leaf embryonic leaf in seed-bearing plants
subtype: #floral_leaf a modified leaf that is part of a flower
subtype: #flower_petal__petal part of the perianth that is usually brightly colored
subtype: #corolla the petals of a flower collectively forming an inner floral envelope or layer of the perianth
subtype: #sepal one of the green parts that form the calyx of a flower
subtype: #calyx the sepals of a flower collectively forming the outer floral envelope or layer of the perianth enclosing a developing bud; usually green
subtype: #hull.calyx persistent enlarged calyx at base of e.g. a strawberry or raspberry
subtype: #pappus calyx composed of scales or bristles or featherlike hairs in plants of the Compositae such as thistles and dandelions
subtype: #thistledown pappus of a thistle consisting of silky featherlike hairs attached to the seedlike fruit of a thistle
subtype: #dandelion_green.leafage__dandeliongreen the foliage of the dandelion plant
subtype: #sporophyll__sporophyl leaf in ferns and mosses that bears the sporangia
subtype: #leaf_blade__blade especially a leaf of grass or the broad portion of a leaf as distinct from the petiole
subtype: #amplexicaul_leaf__amplexicaulleaf a leaf with its base clasping the stem
subtype: #greenery__verdure green foliage
subtype: #leaflet part of a compound leaf
subtype: #pinna__pinnule division of a usually pinnately divided leaf
subtype: #frond compound leaf of a fern or palm or cycad
subtype: #lily_pad floating leaves of a water lily
subtype: #scale_leaf__scaleleaf__scale a specialized leaf or bract that protects a bud or catkin
subtype: #squamule a minute scale (on a plant or fungus)
subtype: #fig_leaf.leafage__figleaf a leaf from a fig tree
subtype: #simple_leaf not divided into parts
subtype: #acerate_leaf__acerateleaf__needle as of a conifer
subtype: #acuminate_leaf__acuminateleaf narrowing to a slender point
subtype: #cordate_leaf__cordateleaf a heart-shaped leaf
subtype: #cuneate_leaf__cuneateleaf a wedge-shaped leaf having the acute angle at the base
subtype: #deltoid_leaf__deltoidleaf shaped like a capital delta
subtype: #elliptic_leaf shaped like an ellipse
subtype: #ensiform_leaf a sword-shaped leaf; as of iris
subtype: #hastate_leaf__hastateleaf shaped like a spearhead with flaring pointed lobes at the base
subtype: #lanceolate_leaf shaped like a lance head; tapering to a point at each end
subtype: #linear_leaf__elongate_leaf a long slender leaf
subtype: #lyrate_leaf having curvature suggestive of a lyre
subtype: #obtuse_leaf having a rounded or blunt tip
subtype: #oblanceolate_leaf having a rounded apex and tapering base
subtype: #oblong_leaf rounded at each end with parallel sides
subtype: #obovate_leaf__obovateleaf egg-shaped with the narrower end at the base
subtype: #ovate_leaf__ovateleaf egg-shaped with the broader end at the base
subtype: #orbiculate_leaf circular or nearly circular
subtype: #pandurate_leaf__pandurateleaf__panduriform_leaf__panduriformleaf fiddle-shaped
subtype: #peltate_leaf__peltateleaf shield-shaped; as a nasturtium leaf
subtype: #perfoliate_leaf a leaf with the base united around--and apparently pierced by--the stem
subtype: #reniform_leaf kidney-shaped
subtype: #sagittate-leaf__sagittateleaf__sagittiform_leaf__sagittiformleaf shaped like an arrow head
subtype: #spatulate_leaf__spatulateleaf spatula-shaped; having a broad rounded apex and narrow base
subtype: #compound_leaf composed of a number of leaflets on a common stalk
subtype: #trifoliolate_leaf having three leaflets
subtype: #quinquefoliate_leaf having five leaflets
subtype: #palmate_leaf__palmateleaf a leaf resembling an open hand; having lobes radiating from a common point
subtype: #pedate_leaf having the radiating lobes each deeply cleft or divided
subtype: #pinnate_leaf__pinnateleaf a leaf resembling a feather; having the leaflets on each side of a common axis
subtype: #bijugate_leaf__bijugous_leaf a pinnate leaf having two pairs of leaflets
subtype: #bipinnate_leaf__bipinnateleaf having pinnate leaflets; as ferns
subtype: #even-pinnate_leaf__abruptly-pinnate_leaf pinnate with a pair of leaflets at the apex
subtype: #odd-pinnate_leaf__oddpinnateleaf pinnate with a single leaflet at the apex
subtype: #decompound_leaf having divisions that are themselves compound
subtype: #entire_leaf a leaf having a smooth margin without notches or indentations
subtype: #crenate_leaf__crenateleaf a leaf having a scalloped margin
subtype: #serrate_leaf__serrateleaf a leaf having a margin notched like a saw with teeth pointing toward the apex
subtype: #dentate_leaf__dentateleaf a leaf having a toothed margin
subtype: #denticulate_leaf__denticulateleaf a leaf having a finely toothed margin; minutely dentate
subtype: #emarginate_leaf a leaf having a notch at the apex
subtype: #erose_leaf__eroseleaf a leaf having a jagged margin as though gnawed
subtype: #runcinate_leaf__runcinateleaf a leaf having incised margins with the lobes or teeth curved toward the base; as a dandelion leaf
subtype: #lobed_leaf__lobedleaf a leaf having deeply indented margins
subtype: #parted_leaf a leaf having margins incised almost to the base so as to create distinct divisions or lobes
subtype: #rosette.leafage a cluster of leaves growing in crowded circles from a common center or crown (usually at or close to the ground)
subtype: #sprout.plant_organ any new growth of a plant such as a new branch or a bud
subtype: #shoot.sprout a new branch
subtype: #sucker.shoot a shoot arising from a plant's roots
subtype: #tiller.shoot a shoot that sprouts from the base of a grass
subtype: #bud.sprout a swelling on a plant stem consisting of overlapping immature leaves or petals
subtype: #leaf_bud a bud from which leaves but not flowers develop
subtype: #flower_bud a bud from which only a flower or flowers develop
subtype: #clove.flower_bud aromatic flower bud of a clove tree; yields a spice
subtype: #mixed_bud__mixedbud a bud yielding both leaves and flowers
subtype: #aril fleshy and usually brightly colored cover of some seeds that develops from the ovule stalk and partially or entirely envelopes the seed
subtype: #duct.plant_part a continuous tube formed by a row of elongated cells lacking intervening end walls
subtype: #universal_veil__universalveil__velum membrane initially completely investing the young sporophore of various mushrooms that is ruptured by growth; represented in the mature mushroom by a volva around lower part of stem and scales on upper surface of the cap
subtype: #partial_veil__partialveil__velum membrane of the young sporophore of various mushrooms extending from the margin of the cap to the stem and is ruptured by growth; represented in mature mushroom by an annulus around the stem and sometimes a cortina on the margin of the cap
subtype: #cortina a cobwebby partial veil consisting of silky fibrils
subtype: #annulus__annulu (fungi) remnant of the partial veil that in mature mushrooms surrounds the lower part of the stem
subtype: #tendril slender stemlike structure by which some twining plants attach themselves to an object for support
subtype: #cirrhus__cirrhu__cirrus usually coiled
subtype: #tree_stump__stump the base part of a tree that remains standing after the tree has been felled
subtype: #stock.plant_part a plant or stem onto which a graft is made; especially a plant grown specifically to provide the root part of grafted plants
subtype: #rootstock root or part of a root used for plant propagation; especially that part of a grafted plant that supplies the roots
subtype: #receptacle.plant_part enlarged tip of a stem that bears the floral parts
subtype: #kernel.plant_part__meat the inner and usually edible part of a seed or grain or nut or fruit stone: "black walnut kernels are difficult to get out of the shell"
subtype: #artifact__artefact a man-made object taken as a whole
subtype: #article.artifact one of a class of artifacts; "an article of clothing"
subtype: #article_of_commerce an article that is offered for sale
subtype: #tinware articles of commerce made of tin plate
subtype: #breakable an article that is fragile and easily broken; "pack the breakables separately"
subtype: #ware articles of the same kind or material; usually used in combination: silverware; software
subtype: #article_of_commerce an article that is offered for sale
subtype: #tableware articles for use at the table (dishes and silverware and glassware)
subtype: #chopstick__chopsticks oriental tableware consisting of a pair of sticks used to eat food with
subtype: #crockery__dishware tableware (eating and serving dishes) collectively
subtype: #chinaware__china dishware made of china
subtype: #willowware__willow-pattern chinaware decorated with a blue Chinese design on a white background depicting a willow tree and often a river
subtype: #cup a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle; "he put the cup back in the saucer"; "the handle of the cup was missing"
subtype: #beaker a cup (usually without a handle)
subtype: #chalice__goblet a bowl-shaped drinking vessel; especially the Eucharistic cup
subtype: #grail__Holy_Grail__Sangraal (legend) chalice used by Christ at the last supper
subtype: #coffee_cup a cup from which coffee is drunk
subtype: #demitasse small coffee cup; for serving black coffee
subtype: #Dixie_cup__paper_cup__papercup__drinking_cup a paper cup for holding drinks
subtype: #grace_cup__gracecup cup to be passed around for the final toast after a meal
subtype: #kylix__cylix a shallow drinking cup with two handles; used in ancient Greece
subtype: #measuring_cup__measuringcup graduated cup used for measuring ingredients
subtype: #mustache_cup__moustache_cup__moustachecup a drinking cup with a bar inside the rim to keep a man's mustache out of the drink
subtype: #scyphus__scyphu an ancient Greek drinking cup; two handles and footed base
subtype: #teacup a cup from which tea is drunk
subtype: #dish.crockery a piece of dishware normally used as a container for holding or serving food; "we gave them a set of dishes for a wedding present"
subtype: #bowl a dish that is round and open at the top for serving foods
subtype: #cereal_bowl a bowl for holding breakfast cereal
subtype: #finger_bowl small bowl for rinsing the fingers at table
subtype: #mixing_bowl bowl used with an electric mixer
subtype: #porringer a shallow metal bowl (usually with a handle) from which children eat
subtype: #punch_bowl__punchbowl a large bowl for serving beverages; usually with a ladle
subtype: #salad_bowl__saladbowl a large bowl for mixing and serving a salad
subtype: #slop_basin__slop_bowl (British) a bowl into which the dregs of teacups and coffee cups are emptied at table
subtype: #soup_bowl a bowl for serving soup
subtype: #butter_dish a small dish (often with a cover) for holding butter at the table
subtype: #casserole large deep dish in which food can be cooked and served
subtype: #coquille a dish in the form of a scallop shell
subtype: #gravy_boat__gravyboat__sauceboat__boat a dish (often boat-shaped) for serving gravy or sauce
subtype: #Petri_dish a shallow dish used to culture bacteria
subtype: #plate.dish dish on which food is served or from which food is eaten
subtype: #dessert_plate__dessertplate a small plate on which dessert can be served
subtype: #dinner_plate a plate from which a diner eats during the main course of a meal
subtype: #salad_plate__saladplate__salad_bowl__saladbowl a plate or bowl for individual servings of salad
subtype: #soup_plate a deep plate with a wide rim
subtype: #steel_plate__steelplate a plate of steel
subtype: #platter a large shallow dish used for serving food
subtype: #ramekin__ramequin a small fireproof dish used for baking and serving individual portions
subtype: #saucer a small shallow dish for holding a cup at the table
subtype: #serving_dish__servingdish a dish used for serving food
subtype: #tureen large deep serving dish with a cover; for serving soups and stews
subtype: #sugar_bowl__sugarbowl a dish in which sugar is served
subtype: #watch_glass laboratory glassware; a shallow glass dish used as an evaporating surface or to cover a beaker
subtype: #eggcup__egg_cup__eggcup dishware consisting of a small cup for serving a boiled egg
subtype: #ovenware heat-resistant dishware in which food can be cooked as well as served
subtype: #cutlery tableware implements for cutting and eating food
subtype: #fork cutlery used for serving and eating food
subtype: #carving_fork__carvingfork a large fork used in carving cooked meat
subtype: #salad_fork__saladfork a fork intended for eating salads
subtype: #tablefork a fork for eating at a dining table
subtype: #toasting_fork long-handled fork for cooking or toasting frankfurters or bread etc. (especially over an open fire)
subtype: #spoon a piece of cutlery with a shallow bowl-shaped container and a handle; used to stir or serve or take up food
subtype: #dessert_spoon__dessertspoon a spoon larger than a teaspoon and smaller than a tablespoon
subtype: #runcible_spoon a fork-like spoon with a cutting edge; coined by Edward Lear
subtype: #soupspoon__soup_spoon a spoon with a rounded bowl for eating soup
subtype: #sugar_spoon__sugarspoon__sugar_shell__sugarshell a spoon for serving sugar; often made in the shape of a seashell
subtype: #tablespoon a spoon larger than a dessert spoon; used for serving
subtype: #tea_maker__teamaker a covered spoon with perforations
subtype: #teaspoon a small spoon used for stirring tea or coffee; holds about one fluid dram
subtype: #iced-tea_spoon a teaspoon with a long handle
subtype: #wooden_spoon a spoon made of wood
subtype: #table_knife__tableknife a knife used for eating at dining table
subtype: #butter_knife a small knife with a dull blade; for cutting or spreading butter
subtype: #case_knife a metal blade with a handle; used as cutlery
subtype: #fish_knife a small table knife with a spatula blade used for eating fish
subtype: #steak_knife__steakknife a sharp table knife used in eating steak
subtype: #dinnerware the tableware (plates and platters and serving bowls etc.) used in serving a meal
subtype: #glassware__glasswork an article of tableware made of glass
subtype: #crystal.glassware glassware made of quartz
subtype: #cut_glass__cutglas glass decorated by cutting or grinding facets
subtype: #glass.glassware__glas glassware collectively; "She collected old glass"
subtype: #Venetian_glass fine glassware made near Venice
subtype: #gold_plate.tableware__goldplate tableware that is plated with gold
subtype: #table_service__tableservice__service tableware consisting of a complete set of articles (silver or dishware) for use at table
subtype: #dinner_service__dinner_set a service for serving dinner
subtype: #place_setting__placesetting__setting a table service for one person; "a place setting of sterling flatware"
subtype: #silver_plate.tableware__silverplate tableware that is plated with silver
subtype: #silverware tableware made of silver or silver plate or pewter or stainless steel
subtype: #flatware__silver silverware eating utensils
subtype: #hollowware__holloware silverware serving dishes
subtype: #tea_service__teaservice__tea_set__teaset a set of china or silverware for serving tea
subtype: #woodenware ware for domestic use made of wood
subtype: #wooden_spoon a spoon made of wood
subtype: #Americana any artifact (such as books or furniture or art) that is distinctive of America
subtype: #anachronism an artifact that belongs to another time
subtype: #antiquity an artifact surviving from the past
subtype: #antique any piece of furniture or decorative object or the like produced in a former period and valuable because of its beauty or rarity
subtype: #relic antiquity that as survived from the distant past
subtype: #archeological_remains__archeologicalremain a relic that has been excavated from the soil
subtype: #Roman_building a building constructed by the ancient Romans
subtype: #basilica a Roman building used for public administration
subtype: #stela__stele an ancient upright stone slab bearing markings
subtype: #block a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides); "the pyramids were built with large stone blocks"
subtype: #anvil a heavy block of iron or steel on which hot metals are shaped by hammering
subtype: #briquette__briquet a block made from charcoal or coal dust and burned as fuel
subtype: #cake.block__bar a block of solid substance (such as soap or wax); "a bar of chocolate"
subtype: #chock__wedge a block of wood used to prevent the sliding or rolling of a heavy object
subtype: #sprag a chock or bar wedged under a wheel or between the spokes to prevent a vehicle from rolling down an incline
subtype: #chopping_block a steady wooden block on which food can be cut or diced or wood can be split
subtype: #crosshead metal block that connects to a piston; it slides on parallel guides and moves a connecting rod back and forth
subtype: #square_block__cube a block in the (approximate) shape of a cube
subtype: #dice__die small cubes with 1 to 6 spots on the faces; used to generate random numbers
subtype: #five-spot a playing card or a domino or a die whose upward face shows five pips
subtype: #four-spot a playing card or domino or die whose upward face shows four pips
subtype: #six-spot__sixspot a playing card or domino or die whose upward face shows six pips
subtype: #ice_cube__icecube a small cube of artificial ice; used for cooling drinks
subtype: #domino a small rectangular block used in playing the game of dominoes; the face of each block has two equal areas that can bear 0 to 6 dots
subtype: #five-spot a playing card or a domino or a die whose upward face shows five pips
subtype: #four-spot a playing card or domino or die whose upward face shows four pips
subtype: #six-spot__sixspot a playing card or domino or die whose upward face shows six pips
subtype: #ingot__metal_bar__metalbar__block_of_metal a block of metal that is cast in a particular shape for convenient handling
subtype: #bullion gold or silver in bars or ingots
subtype: #pig.ingot a crude block of metal (lead or iron) poured from a smelting furnace
subtype: #nog a wooden block built into a masonry wall so that joinery structure can be nailed to it
subtype: #nut.block a small square or hexagonal metal block with internal screw thread to be fitted onto a bolt
subtype: #hex_nut__hexnut a nut with a hexagonal shape
subtype: #locknut__safetynut supplementary nut that is screwed down on a primary nut to prevent it from loosening
subtype: #square_nut nut with a square shape
subtype: #stuffing_nut__packing_nut__packingnut a nut used to tighten a stuffing box
subtype: #wing_nut__wing_screw__thumbnut nut with winglike projections for thumb and forefinger leverage in turning
subtype: #inking_pad__pad__stamp_pad__stamppad a block of absorbent material saturated with ink; used to transfer ink evenly to a rubber stamp
subtype: #slab block consisting of a thick piece of something
subtype: #butcher_board__butcherboard__butcher_block__butcherblock a thick wooden slab formed by bonding together thick laminated strips of unpainted hardwood
subtype: #tablet a slab of stone or wood suitable for bearing an inscription
subtype: #abacus.tablet a tablet placed horizontally on top of the capital of a column as an aid in supporting the architrave
subtype: #slate (formerly) a writing tablet made of slate
subtype: #tile a flat thin rectangular slab (as of fired clay or rubber or linoleum) used to cover surfaces
subtype: #tessera a small square tile of stone or glass used in making mosaics
subtype: #tessella a small tessera
subtype: #starting_block block providing bracing for a runner's feet at start of a race
subtype: #swage_block__swageblock an iron block cut with holes and grooves to assist in cold working metal
subtype: #type.block a small metal block bearing a raised character on one end; produces a printed character when inked and pressed on paper; "he dropped a case of type, so they made him pick them up"
subtype: #quad__space (printing) a block of type without a raised letter; used for spacing between words
subtype: #commodity__trade_goods__tradegood__goods__good articles of commerce
subtype: #basic__staple (usually plural) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant
subtype: #consumer_goods goods (as food or clothing) intended for direct use or consumption
subtype: #article_of_clothing__clothing__clothes__clothe__apparel__wearing_apparel__wearingapparel__wear covering designed to be worn on a person's body
subtype: #accoutrement__accessory__accouterment clothing that is worn or carried, but not part of your main clothing
subtype: #belt a band to tie or buckle around the body (usually at the waist)
subtype: #baldric__baldrick a wide (ornamented) belt worn over the right shoulder to support a sword or bugle by the left hip
subtype: #cartridge_belt__cartridgebelt a broad belt with loops or pockets for holding ammunition
subtype: #bandoleer__bandolier a broad cartridge belt worn over the shoulder by soldiers
subtype: #money_belt__moneybelt belt with a concealed section for holding money
subtype: #safety_belt__life_belt__safety_harness belt attaching you to some object as a restraint in order to prevent you from getting hurt
subtype: #seat_belt a safety belt used in a car or plane to hold you in your seat in case of an accident
subtype: #Sam_Browne_belt__sambrownebelt leather belt supported by a strap over the right shoulder
subtype: #trappings__trapping__furnishings accessory wearing apparel
subtype: #finery__array__raiment especially fine or decorative clothing
subtype: #war_paint__warpaint (informal) full ceremonial regalia
subtype: #attire__garb__dress__dres clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion
subtype: #costume the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball; "he won the prize for best costume"
subtype: #fancy_dress__masquerade__masquerade_costume a costume worn as a disguise at a masquerade party
subtype: #characteristic_costume__costume the attire characteristic of a country or a time or a social class; "he wore his national costume"
subtype: #academic_costume a costume worn on formal occasions by the faculty or students of a university or college
subtype: #rigout a person's costume (especially if bizarre); "What a queer rigout!"
subtype: #uncharacteristic_costume__costume unusual or period attire not characteristic of or appropriate to the time and place; "in spite of the heat he insisted on his woolen costume"
subtype: #costume.attire the prevalent fashion of dress (including accessories and hair style as well as garments)
subtype: #disguise.attire any attire that modifies the appearance in order to conceal the wearer's identity
subtype: #fancy_dress__masquerade__masquerade_costume a costume worn as a disguise at a masquerade party
subtype: #hairpiece__false_hair__falsehair__postiche a covering or bunch of human or artificial hair used for disguise or adornment
subtype: #afro-wig a wig that gives the appearance of an afro hairdo
subtype: #switch.hairpiece hairpiece consisting of a tress of false hair; used by women to give shape to a coiffure
subtype: #toupee__toupe a small hairpiece to cover partial baldness
subtype: #wig hairpiece covering the head and made of human or synthetic hair
subtype: #grizzle a grey wig
subtype: #periwig__peruke wig for men fashionable in 17th-18th centuries
subtype: #mask.covering a covering to disguise or conceal the face
subtype: #half_mask__domino__eye_mask__eyemask a mask covering the upper part of the face but with holes for the eyes
subtype: #false_face__falseface a mask worn as part of a masquerade costume
subtype: #ecclesiastical_attire__ecclesiastical_robe attire that is appropriate to wear in a church
subtype: #formalwear__eveningwear__eveningdres__eveningclothe attire to wear on formal occasions in the evening
subtype: #balldress__balldres (in England) a suit or dress for formal occasions
subtype: #dinner_dress__dinner_gown__evening_gown__eveninggown__tea_gown__teagown a formal gown for evening wear
subtype: #dinner_jacket__tux__tuxedo__black_tie__blacktie semiformal evening dress for men
subtype: #dress_suit__dresssuit__full_dress__tailcoat__tail_coat__tails__white_tie__whitetie__white_tie_and_tails formalwear consisting of full evening dress for men
subtype: #habit a distinctive attire (as the costume of a religious order)
subtype: #monastic_habit habit worn by monks in a monastery
subtype: #riding_habit habit for riding horses
subtype: #morning_dress.attire__morningdres formal attire for men during the daytime
subtype: #getup__outfit__rig a set of clothing (with accessories)
subtype: #bib-and-tucker__bibandtucker (informal) an attractive outfit; "she wore her best bib-and-tucker"
subtype: #ensemble.getup a coordinated outfit (set of clothing)
subtype: #sailor_suit a boy's ensemble; copied from a sailor's uniform
subtype: #playsuit a sports outfit for women or children; usually consists of shorts and a blouse
subtype: #trousseau the personal outfit of a bride; clothes and accessories and linens
subtype: #Sunday_best (colloquial) the best attire you have which is worn to church on Sunday
subtype: #beachwear clothing to be worn at a beach
subtype: #black_clothing__blackclothing black clothing (worn as a sign of mourning); "the widow wore black"
subtype: #blue_clothing blue clothing; "she was wearing blue"
subtype: #suspender__brace__gallus elastic straps that hold trousers up (usually used in the plural)
subtype: #change.article_of_clothing a different or fresh set of clothes; "she brought a change in her overnight bag"
subtype: #civilian_clothing__civilian_dress__civilian_garb__plain_clothes__plainclothe ordinary clothing as distinguished from uniforms, work clothes, clerical garb, etc.
subtype: #civies__civvies__civvie civilian garb as opposed to a military uniform
subtype: #mufti civilian dress worn by a person who is entitled to wear a military uniform
subtype: #footwear clothing worn on a person's feet
subtype: #hosiery__hose socks and stockings and tights collectively (the British include underwear as hosiery)
subtype: #sock hosiery consisting of a cloth covering for the foot; worn inside the shoe; reaches to between the ankle and the knee
subtype: #anklets__anklet__anklet__bobbysock__bobbysocks a sock that reaches just above the ankle
subtype: #argyle__argyles__argyle a sock knitted or woven with a diamond-shaped pattern
subtype: #athletic_sock__sweat_sock__sweatsock__varsity_sock__varsitysock a sock worn for athletic events
subtype: #tabi__tabis__tabi a sock with a separation for the big toe; worn with thong sandals by the Japanese
subtype: #stocking.hosiery close-fitting hosiery to cover the foot and leg; come in matched pairs (usually used in the plural)
subtype: #boothose protective stockings worn with or in place of boots
subtype: #Christmas_stocking a stocking that is filled with small Christmas presents
subtype: #nylons__nylon_stocking__nylonstocking__rayons__rayon_stocking__rayonstocking__silk_stocking women's stockings made from a sheer material (nylon or rayon or silk)
subtype: #support_hose__supporthose__support_stocking__supportstocking elasticized stocking intended to reduce pressure on the veins of the leg (as in case of varicose veins)
subtype: #tights__leotards skintight knit hose covering the body from the waist to the feet worn by acrobats and dancers and as stockings by women and girls
subtype: #maillot tights for dancers or gymnasts
subtype: #pantyhose a woman's tights consisting of underpants and stockings
subtype: #garment an article of clothing; "garments of the finest silk"
subtype: #breechcloth__breechclout__loincloth__G-string a garment that provides covering for the loins
subtype: #dhoti a long loincloth worn by Hindu men
subtype: #camlet.garment a garment made of camlet fabric
subtype: #nappy__diaper__napkin garment consisting of a folded cloth drawn up between the legs and fastened at the waist; worn by infants to catch excrement
subtype: #dress__dres a one-piece garment for a woman; has skirt and bodice
subtype: #kaftan__caftan a woman's dress style that imitates the caftan cloaks worn by men in the Near East
subtype: #chemise__sack__shift a loose-fitting dress hanging straight from the shoulders without a waist
subtype: #coatdress__coatdres a dress that is tailored like a coat and buttons up the front
subtype: #cocktail_dress__sheath a dress suitable for formal occasions
subtype: #dirndl a dress with a tight bodice and full skirt
subtype: #gown long, usually formal, woman's dress
subtype: #ball_gown the most formal gown; worn to a ball
subtype: #bridal_gown__wedding_gown__weddinggown__wedding_dress__weddingdres a gown worn by the bride at a wedding
subtype: #dinner_dress__dinner_gown__evening_gown__eveninggown__tea_gown__teagown a formal gown for evening wear
subtype: #mantua loose gown of the 17th and 18th centuries
subtype: #pinafore__jumper__pinny a sleeveless dress resembling an apron; worn over other clothing
subtype: #kirtle a long dress worn by women
subtype: #morning_dress__morningdres a woman's informal dress for housework
subtype: #Mother_Hubbard__muumuu a woman's loose unbelted dress
subtype: #polonaise a woman's dress with a tight bodice and an overskirt drawn back to reveal a colorful underskirt
subtype: #sari__saree a dress worn primarily by Hindu women; consists of several yards of light material that is draped around the body
subtype: #shirtdress a dress that is tailored like a shirt and has buttons all the way down the front
subtype: #fur.garment a garment made of fur
subtype: #surgical_gown__gown__scrubs protective garment worn by surgeons during operations
subtype: #hand-me-down outgrown garment passed down from one person to another
subtype: #head_covering__veil a garment that covers the head and face
subtype: #chador__chadar__chaddar__chuddar a cloth used as a head covering (and veil and shawl) by Muslim and Hindu women
subtype: #yashmak__yashmac the face veil worn by Muslim women
subtype: #hose__tights man's garment of the 16th and 17th centuries; worn with a doublet
subtype: #ironing.garment garments (clothes or linens) that are to be (or have been) ironed; "there was a basketful of ironing to do"
subtype: #flatwork__flat_wash ironing that can be done mechanically
subtype: #jumpsuit__jump_suit one-piece garment fashioned after a parachutist's uniform
subtype: #kanzu (Swahili) a long garment (usually white) with long sleeves; worn by men in E Africa
subtype: #washing__laundry__wash__washables__washable garments or white goods that can be cleaned by laundering
subtype: #legging__legin__leg_covering__legcovering a garment covering the leg (usually extending from the knee to the ankle)
subtype: #chap (usually in the plural) leather leggings without a seat; joined by a belt; often have flared outer flaps; worn over trousers by cowboys to protect their legs
subtype: #gaiter legging consisting of a cloth or leather covering for the leg from the knee to the ankle
subtype: #puttee__puttees__puttee a strip of cloth wound around the leg to form legging; used by soldiers in World War I
subtype: #spats__spat__spat__gaiter a cloth covering (a legging) that provides covering for the instep and ankles
subtype: #leotard__unitard a tight-fitting garment that covers the body from the shoulders to the thighs (and may have long sleeves or legs reaching down to the ankles); worn by ballet dancers and acrobats for practice or performance
subtype: #mending garments that must be repaired
subtype: #motley.garment a garment made of motley (especially a court jester's costume)
subtype: #neckwear articles of clothing worn about the neck
subtype: #cravat neckwear worn in a slipknot with long ends overlapping vertically in front
subtype: #ascot a cravat with wide square ends; secured with an ornamental pin
subtype: #neckcloth__stock an ornamental white cravat
subtype: #necktie__tie neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front; "he stood in front of the mirror tightening his necktie"; "he wore a vest and tie"
subtype: #bolo_tie__bolo__bola_tie__bola a cord fastened around the neck with an ornamental clasp and worn as a necktie
subtype: #bow_tie__bowtie a man's tie; ties in a bow
subtype: #black_tie__blacktie a black bow tie worn with a dinner jacket
subtype: #white_tie__whitetie bow tie worn as part of a man's formal evening dress
subtype: #four-in-hand a long necktie that is tied in a slipknot with one end hanging in front of the other
subtype: #old_school_tie necktie indicating the school the wearer attended
subtype: #string_tie a very narrow necktie usually tied in a bow
subtype: #Windsor_tie a wide necktie worn in a loose bow
subtype: #overgarment__outer_garment__outergarment a garment worn over other garments
subtype: #aba.overgarment a loose sleeveless outer garment made from aba cloth; worn by Arabs
subtype: #cloak a loose outer garment
subtype: #burnous__burnou__burnoose__burnouse a long hooded cloak woven of wool in one piece; worn by Arabs and Moors
subtype: #caftan__kaftan a (cotton or silk) cloak with full sleeves and sash reaching down to the ankles; worn by men in the Levant
subtype: #cape__mantle a sleeveless garment like a cloak but shorter
subtype: #chlamys__chlamy a short mantle or cape fastened at the shoulder; worn by men in ancient Greece
subtype: #mantelet__mantilla short cape worn by women
subtype: #pelisse a sleeveless cape that is lined or trimmed with fur
subtype: #tippet a woman's fur shoulder cape with hanging ends; often consisting of the whole fur of a fox or marten
subtype: #hooded_cloak__capote a long hooded cloak
subtype: #capuchin a hooded cloak for women
subtype: #dolman a woman's cloak with dolman sleeves
subtype: #domino.cloak a loose hooded cloak worn with a half mask as part of a masquerade costume
subtype: #jellaba a loose cloak with a hood; worn in the Middle East and northern Africa
subtype: #opera_cloak__operacloak__opera_hood__operahood a large cloak worn over evening clothes
subtype: #pallium cloak or mantle worn by men in ancient Rome
subtype: #poncho a blanket-like cloak with a hole in the center for the head
subtype: #shawl cloak consisting of an oblong piece of cloth used to cover the head and shoulders
subtype: #prayer_shawl__tallith__tallis (Judaism) a shawl with a ritually knotted fringe at each corner; worn by Jews at morning prayer
subtype: #serape__sarape a long brightly colored shawl; worn mainly by Mexican men
subtype: #toga a one-piece cloak worn by men in ancient Rome
subtype: #toga_virilis (ancient Rome) a toga worn by a youth as a symbol of manhood and citizenship
subtype: #tunic any of a variety of loose fitting cloaks extending to the hips or knees
subtype: #chiton a woolen tunic worn by men and women in ancient Greece
subtype: #gymslip (British) a sleeveless tunic worn by English girls as part of a school uniform
subtype: #kirtle.tunic a garment resembling a tunic that was worn by men in the Middle Ages
subtype: #surcoat a tunic worn over a knight's armor
subtype: #tabard a short sleeveless outer tunic emblazoned with a coat of arms; worn by a knight over his armor or by a herald
subtype: #wrap__wrapper cloak that is folded or wrapped around a person
subtype: #coat an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors
subtype: #box_coat__boxcoat a short coat that hangs loosely from the shoulders
subtype: #coatee a short close-fitting coat
subtype: #cutaway a man's coat cut diagonally from the waist to the back of the knees
subtype: #duffel_coat__duffle_coat a warm coat made of duffel; usually has a hood and fastens with toggles
subtype: #frock_coat__frockcoat a man's coat having knee-length skirts front and back; worn in the 19th century
subtype: #Prince_Albert a man's double-breasted frock coat
subtype: #fur_coat__furcoat a coat made of fur
subtype: #mink_coat fur coat made from the soft lustrous fur of minks
subtype: #sable_coat__sablecoat a fur coat made of sable furs
subtype: #greatcoat__overcoat__surcoat a heavy coat
subtype: #capote__hooded_coat a long hooded overcoat
subtype: #chesterfield a fitted overcoat with a velvet collar
subtype: #ulster loose long overcoat of heavy fabric; usually belted
subtype: #jacket a short coat
subtype: #banyan__banian a loose fitting jacket; originally worn in India
subtype: #bed_jacket__bedjacket a lightweight jacket worn over bedclothes (as when sitting in bed)
subtype: #blazer__sport_jacket__sportjacket__sportcoat__sportsjacket__sports_coat lightweight single-breasted jacket; often striped in the colors of a club or school
subtype: #bolero.jacket a short jacket; worn mostly by women
subtype: #bomber_jacket a jacket gathered into a band at the waist
subtype: #bush_jacket a loose fitting jacket; resembles a shirt with four patch pockets and a belt
subtype: #dolman_jacket__dolman a hussar's jacket worn over the shoulders
subtype: #donkey_jacket a short thick jacket; often worn by workmen
subtype: #double-breasted_jacket a jacket having overlapping fronts that give a double thickness of cloth
subtype: #doublet a man's close-fitting jacket; worn during the Renaissance
subtype: #dressing_sack__dressing_sacque a woman's loose jacket; worn while dressing
subtype: #Eton_jacket a jacket hanging to the waist and cut square at the bottom
subtype: #hug-me-tight a woman's fitted jacket
subtype: #jerkin a tight sleeveless and collarless jacket (often made of leather) worn by men in former times
subtype: #jumper a loose jacket or blouse worn by workmen
subtype: #lounging_jacket__smoking_jacket__smokingjacket a man's soft jacket usually with a tie belt; worn at home
subtype: #Mao_jacket a light weight jacket with a high collar; worn by Mao Zedong and the Chinese people during his regime
subtype: #mess_jacket__monkey_jacket__shell_jacket__shelljacket waist-length jacket tapering to a point at the back; worn by officers in the mess for formal dinners
subtype: #Norfolk_jacket loose-fitting single-breasted jacket
subtype: #parka__windbreaker__anorak a kind of heavy jacket (`windcheater' is a British term)
subtype: #cagoule lightweight parka; waterproof
subtype: #ski_parka__skiparka__ski_jacket__skijacket a parka to be worn while skiing
subtype: #pea_jacket__peajacket__peacoat a sailor's heavy woolen double-breasted jacket
subtype: #sacque__sack a woman's full loose hiplength jacket
subtype: #single-breasted_jacket a jacket having fronts that overlap only enough for fastenings
subtype: #swallow-tailed_coat__swallowtail__morningcoat a man's full-dress jacket with two long tapering tails at the back
subtype: #lab_coat__labcoat__laboratory_coat a light coat worn to protect clothing from substances used while working in a laboratory
subtype: #Mackinaw_coat__mackinaw a short plaid coat made of made of thick woolen material
subtype: #newmarket a long close-fitting coat worn for riding in the 19th century
subtype: #raincoat__waterproof a water-resistant coat
subtype: #Burberry a light gabardine raincoat of the type made by Burberry's of London
subtype: #mac__macintosh__mackintosh__mack (British) a waterproof raincoat made of rubberized fabric
subtype: #oilskin__slicker a macintosh made from cotton fabric treated with oil and pigment to make it waterproof
subtype: #trench_coat a military style raincoat; belted with deep pockets
subtype: #sack_coat man's hiplength coat with a straight back; the jacket of a suit
subtype: #sheepskin_coat__sheepskincoat__afghan a coat made of sheepskin
subtype: #topper a woman's short coat
subtype: #snowsuit a child's overgarment for cold weather
subtype: #peplos__peplus__peplum a garment worn by women in ancient Greece; cloth caught at the shoulders and draped in folds to the waist
subtype: #raglan a garment (coat or sweater) that has raglan sleeves
subtype: #reversible a garment (especially a coat) that can be worn inside out (with either side of the cloth showing)
subtype: #robe any loose flowing garment
subtype: #bathrobe a loose-fitting robe of towelling; worn after a bath or swim
subtype: #dressing_gown__robe-de-chambre__lounging_robe a robe worn before dressing or while lounging
subtype: #negligee__neglige__peignoir__wrapper__housecoat a loose dressing gown for women
subtype: #brunch_coat a woman's short housecoat or wrapper
subtype: #camisole a short negligee
subtype: #kimono a loose robe; imitated from robes originally worn by Japanese
subtype: #rompers__romper__romper_suit a one-piece garment for children to wear at play; the lower part is shaped like bloomers
subtype: #sackcloth.garment a garment made of coarse sacking; formerly worn as an indication of remorse
subtype: #scapulary__scapular garment consisting of a long wide piece of woolen cloth worn over the shoulders with an opening for the head; part of a monastic habit
subtype: #scarf a garment worn around the head or neck or shoulders for warmth or decoration
subtype: #feather_boa__featherboa__boa a long thin fluffy scarf of feathers or fur
subtype: #fichu a lightweight triangular scarf worn by a woman
subtype: #kerchief a square scarf that is folded into a triangle and worn over the head or about the neck
subtype: #headscarf a kerchief worn over the head and tied under the chin
subtype: #babushka a woman's headscarf folded into a triangle and tied under the chine; worn by Russian peasant women
subtype: #neckerchief a kerchief worn around the neck
subtype: #lambrequin.scarf a scarf that covers a knight's helmet
subtype: #mantilla a woman's silk or lace scarf
subtype: #muffler a scarf worn around the neck
subtype: #sable a scarf (or trimming) made of sable
subtype: #stole a wide scarf worn about their shoulders by women
subtype: #sealskin_garment a garment (as a jacket or coat or robe) made of sealskin
subtype: #separate a garment that can be purchased separately and worn in combinations with other garments
subtype: #shirt a garment worn on the upper half of the body
subtype: #camise a loose shirt or tunic; originally worn in the Middle Ages
subtype: #dress_shirt__dressshirt__evening_shirt__eveningshirt a man's white shirt (with a starch front) for evening wear (usually with a tuxedo)
subtype: #hair_shirt an uncomfortable shirt made of coarse animal hair; worn next to the skin as a penance
subtype: #T-shirt__jersey__tee_shirt__teeshirt a close-fitting pullover shirt
subtype: #turtleneck__polo-neck a sweater or jersey with a high close-fitting collar
subtype: #polo_shirt__sport_shirt__sportshirt a shirt with short sleeves designed for comfort and casual wear
subtype: #tank_top a tight-fitting sleeveless shirt with wide shoulder straps and low neck and no front opening; often worn over a shirt or blouse
subtype: #silks__silk the brightly colored garments of a jockey; emblematic of the stable
subtype: #skirt a garment hanging from the waist; worn mainly by girls and women
subtype: #ballet_skirt__tutu very short skirt worn by ballerinas
subtype: #culotte__culottes a divided skirt
subtype: #full_skirt a long skirt gathered at the waist
subtype: #gathered_skirt a skirt whose fabric is drawn together around the waist
subtype: #dirndl.gathered_skirt a full skirt with a gathered waistband
subtype: #grass_skirt__grassskirt a skirt made of long blades of grass
subtype: #hobble_skirt a long skirt very narrow below the knees, worn between 1910 and 1914
subtype: #hoopskirt__crinoline a skirt stiffened with hoops
subtype: #kilt a knee-length pleated tartan skirt; worn by men in Scottish Highlands
subtype: #lavalava a skirt consisting of a rectangle of calico or printed cotton; worm by Polynesians (especially Samoans)
subtype: #overskirt an outer skirt worn over another skirt
subtype: #sarong a loose skirt consisting of brightly colored fabric wrapped around the body; worn by both women and men in the South Pacific
subtype: #stomacher garment consisting of a V-shaped panel of stiff material worn over the chest and stomach in the 16th century
subtype: #straitjacket__straightjacket a jacket-like garment used to bind the arms tightly against the body as a means of restraining a violent person
subtype: #suit_of_clothes__suit a set of garments (usually including a jacket and trousers or skirt) for outerwear all of the same fabric and color; "they buried him in his best suit"
subtype: #business_suit a suit of clothes traditionally worn by businessmen
subtype: #three-piece_suit__threepiecesuit a business suit consisting of a jacket and vest and trousers
subtype: #two-piece_suit__twopiecesuit__two-piece__twopiece__lounge_suit a business suit consisting of a matching jacket and skirt or trousers
subtype: #double-breasted_suit a suit with a double-breasted jacket
subtype: #single-breasted_suit a suit having a single-breasted jacket
subtype: #slack_suit__slacksuit casual dress consisting of slacks and matching jacket
subtype: #pants_suit__pantssuit a slack suit for women
subtype: #zoot_suit a flashy suit of extreme cut
subtype: #sunsuit a child's garment consisting of a brief top and shorts
subtype: #swaddling_bands__swaddlingband__swaddling_clothes__swaddlingclothe a garment (a gown or narrow strips of cloth) for an infant
subtype: #sweater a crocheted or knitted garment covering the upper part of the body
subtype: #cardigan knitted jacket that is fastened up the front with buttons or a zipper
subtype: #pullover__slipover a sweater that is put on by pulling it over the head
subtype: #sweatshirt cotton knit pullover with long sleeves worn during athletic activity
subtype: #turtleneck__polo-neck a sweater or jersey with a high close-fitting collar
subtype: #sweat_suit__sweatsuit__sweatsuit__sweats__workout_suit__workoutsuit garment consisting of sweat pants and a sweatshirt
subtype: #swimsuit__bathing_suit__bathingsuit__swimming_costume__bathing_costume__bathingcostume tight fitting garment worn for swimming
subtype: #bikini__two-piece__twopiece a woman's abbreviated two-piece bathing suit
subtype: #tank_suit__maillot a woman's one-piece bathing suit
subtype: #swimming_trunks__bathing_trunks swimsuit worn by men while swimming
subtype: #top.garment a garment (especially for women) that extends from the shoulders to the waist or hips; "he stared as she buttoned her top"
subtype: #blouse a top worn by women
subtype: #garibaldi a loose high-necked blouse with long sleeves; styled after the red flannel shirts worn by Garibaldi's soldiers
subtype: #guimpe a short blouse with sleeves worn under a jumper or pinafore dress
subtype: #middy_blouse__middyblouse__middy blouse with a sailor collar
subtype: #shirtwaist__shirtwaister a blouse with buttons down the front; "in England they call a shirtwaist a shirtwaister"
subtype: #bodice part of a dress above the waist
subtype: #halter a woman's top that fastens behind the back and neck leaving the back and arms uncovered
subtype: #trouser garment designed for or relating to trousers; "in his trouser's pocket"; "he ripped his left trouser on the fence"
subtype: #trousers__pants__pant (usually in the plural) a garment extending from the waist to the knee or ankle, covering each leg separately; "he had a sharp crease in his trousers"
subtype: #bellbottom_trousers__bellbottoms__bellbottom trousers with legs that flare; worn by sailors; absurdly wide hems were fashionable in the 1960s
subtype: #knee_breeches__breeches__knee_pants__knickerbockers__knickers trousers ending above the knee
subtype: #britches informal term for breeches
subtype: #buckskins__buckskin breeches made of buckskin
subtype: #plus_fours men's baggy knickers hanging below the knees; formerly worn for sports (especially golf)
subtype: #trunk_hose__trunkhose puffed breeches of the 16th and 17th centuries usually worn over hose
subtype: #chinos trousers made with chino cloth
subtype: #cords__cord__corduroys__corduroy cotton trousers made of corduroy cloth
subtype: #flannel.trousers__gabardine__tweed__white (usually in the plural) trousers
subtype: #blue_jean__jean__denim close-fitting pants of heavy denim for casual wear (usually in the plural)
subtype: #Levi's__levis__levi (Levi's is a trademark) a popular brand of jeans
subtype: #jodhpur_breeches__jodhpur__riding_breeches flared trousers ending at the calves; worn with riding boots
subtype: #long_trousers__long_pants trousers reaching to the foot
subtype: #pajamas__pyjamas lightweight trousers worn in various Eastern countries
subtype: #pantaloon trousers worn in former times
subtype: #pedal_pusher__pedalpusher__toreador_pant snug trousers ending at the calves; worn by women and girls
subtype: #short_pants__shorts__trunks trousers that end at or above the knee
subtype: #Bermuda_shorts__Jamaica_shorts (usually in the plural) short pants that end at the knee
subtype: #hot_pants__hotpant skin-tight very short pants worn by young women as an outer garment
subtype: #lederhosen leather shorts often worn with suspenders; worn especially by men and obys in Bavaria
subtype: #slacks (usually in the plural) pants for casual wear
subtype: #stretch_pants__stretchpant trousers made of a stretchy fabric
subtype: #sweat_pants__sweatpant loose-fitting trousers with elastic cuffs; worn by athletes
subtype: #trews__trew tight-fitting trousers; usually of tartan
subtype: #undergarment a garment worn under other garments
subtype: #body_stocking a one-piece tight-fitting undergarment for women that covers the torso (and may have sleeves and legs)
subtype: #brassiere__bra__bandeau an undergarment worn by women to support their breasts
subtype: #uplift a brassiere that lifts and supports the breasts
subtype: #underbodice__camisole a short sleeveless undergarment for women
subtype: #shimmy__chemise__shift__slip__teddies__teddie__teddy a woman's sleeveless undergarment
subtype: #foundation_garment__foundation a woman's undergarment worn to give shape to the contours of the body
subtype: #corset__girdle__panty_girdle__pantygirdle__stays__stay a woman's close-fitting foundation garment
subtype: #roll-on a woman's foundation garment rolled on to the hips
subtype: #garter_belt__suspender_belt__suspenderbelt a wide belt of elastic with supporters hanging from it; worn by women to hold up stockings
subtype: #long_underwear__union_suit__unionsuit an undergarment with shirt and drawers in one piece
subtype: #petticoat__half-slip__underskirt undergarment worn under a skirt
subtype: #crinoline.petticoat full stiff petticoat made of crinoline
subtype: #singlet__vest__undershirt a collarless men's undergarment for the upper part of the body
subtype: #underpants an undergarment that covers the body from the waist to the top of the thighs
subtype: #bikini_pants small and tight-fitting underpants; worn by women
subtype: #bloomers__pants__pant__drawers__drawer__knickers (usually in the plural) underpants worn by women; "she was afraid that her bloomers might have been showing"
subtype: #drawers__drawer__jockey_shorts__shorts (usually in the plural) underpants worn by men
subtype: #pantie__panty__scanty__step-in short underpants for women or children (usually used in the plural)
subtype: #underwear__underclothes__underclothing undergarment worn next to the skin and under the outer garments
subtype: #BVD's men's underwear
subtype: #lingerie women's underwear and nightclothes
subtype: #nightgown__nightie__night-robe__nightrobe__nightdress lingerie consisting of a loose dress designed to be worn in bed by women
subtype: #undies women's underwear
subtype: #long_johns (informal) warm underwear with long legs
subtype: #Skivvies (trademark) men's underwear consisting of cotton T-shirt and shorts
subtype: #vest__waistcoat a man's sleeveless garment worn underneath a coat
subtype: #bulletproof_vest__bulletproofvest a vest capable of resisting the impact of a bullet
subtype: #widow's_weeds__widow'sweed__weeds__weed a black garment (dress) worn by a widow as a sign of mourning
subtype: #wet_suit__wetsuit a close-fitting garment made of a permeable material; worn in cold water (as by skin divers) to retain body heat
subtype: #wraparound a garment (as a dress or coat) with a full length opening; adjusts to the body by wrapping around
subtype: #gray_clothing__grey_clothing gray clothing; "he was dressed in gray"
subtype: #G-string minimal clothing worn by stripteasers; covering for the pubic area
subtype: #handwear clothing for the hands
subtype: #glove__gloves handwear: covers the hand and wrist
subtype: #batting_glove__battingglove a glove worn by batters in baseball to give a firmer grip on the bat
subtype: #gauntlets__gauntlet__gauntlet a glove with long sleeve
subtype: #gauntlet__metal_glove__metalglove a glove of armored leather; protects the hand
subtype: #golf_glove a glove worn by golfers to give a firm grip on the handle of the golfclub
subtype: #kid_glove__kidglove__suede_glove__suedeglove a glove made of fine soft leather (as kidskin)
subtype: #mitten__mittens glove that encases the thumb separately and the other four fingers together
subtype: #muff a warm tubular covering for the hands
subtype: #headdress__headdres clothing for the head
subtype: #cap a tight-fitting headdress
subtype: #balaclava_helmet__balaclavahelmet a cap that is close-fitting and woolen and covers all of the head but the face
subtype: #Balmoral__balmoral a brimless Scottish cap with a flat top
subtype: #baseball_cap__jockey_cap__golf_cap a cap with a bill
subtype: #bathing_cap__swimming_cap a tight-fitting cap that keeps hair dry while swimming
subtype: #beret a cap with no brim or bill; made of soft cloth
subtype: #biggin a child's tight-fitting cap; often ties under the chin
subtype: #biretta a stiff cap with ridges across the crown; worn by Roman Catholic clergy
subtype: #calpac__calpack__kalpac a high-crowned black cap (usually made of felt or sheepskin) worn by men in Turkey and Iran and the Caucasus
subtype: #cloth_cap__clothcap__flat_cap a flat woolen cap with a stiff peak
subtype: #cockscomb__coxcomb a cap worn by court jesters; adorned with a strip of red
subtype: #coonskin_cap__coonskin a raccoon cap with the tail hanging down the back
subtype: #fez__tarboosh a felt cap (usually red) for a man; shaped like a flat-topped cone with a tassel that hangs from the crown
subtype: #garrison_cap__overseas_cap a wedge-shaped wool or cotton cap; worn as part of a uniform
subtype: #Glengarry a Scottish cap with straight sides and a crease along the top from front to back; worn by Highlanders as part of military dress
subtype: #kepi__peaked_cap__service_cap__yachting_cap a cap with a flat circular top and a visor
subtype: #liberty_cap close-fitting conical cap worn as a symbol of liberty during the French Revolution and in the U.S. before 1800
subtype: #mobcap large high frilly cap with a full crown; formerly worn indoors by women
subtype: #mortarboard an academic cap topped by a flat square with a tassel
subtype: #nightcap.cap a cloth cap worn in bed
subtype: #pinner a woman's cap with two long flaps pinned on
subtype: #sailor_cap a cap worn by sailors
subtype: #shower_cap a tight cap worn to keep hair dry while showering
subtype: #ski_cap__skicap__stocking_cap__toboggan_cap a close-fitting woolen cap; often has a tapering tail with a tassel
subtype: #skullcap rounded brimless cap fitting the crown of the head
subtype: #beanie__beany a small skullcap; formerly worn by schoolboys and college freshmen
subtype: #coif a skullcap worn by nuns under a veil or by soldiers under a hood of mail or formerly by British sergeants-at-law
subtype: #yarmulke__yarmulka__yarmelke a skullcap worn by religious Jews (especially at prayer)
subtype: #tam-o'-shanter__tam__tammy a woolen cap of Scottish origin
subtype: #watch_cap__watchcap a knitted dark blue wool cap worn by seamen in cold or stormy weather
subtype: #wishing_cap a magical cap that secures whatever one wishes for
subtype: #chapeau__hat__lid headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim
subtype: #busby__bearskin__shako tall hat; worn by some British soldiers on ceremonial occasions
subtype: #boater__leghorn__panama__Panama__sailor__skimmer__straw_hat__strawhat a stiff straw hat with a flat crown
subtype: #poke_bonnet__bonnet a hat tied under the chin
subtype: #sunbonnet__sunhat a large bonnet that shades the face; worn by girls and women
subtype: #bowler_hat__bowler__derby__plug_hat a hat that is round and black and hard with a narrow brim; worn by some British businessmen
subtype: #campaign_hat a broad-brimmed felt hat with a high crown; formerly worn by the United States Army and Marine personnel
subtype: #cavalier_hat__slouch_hat a soft felt hat with a wide flexible brim
subtype: #cocked_hat hat with opposing brims turned up and caught together to form points
subtype: #bicorn__bicorne a cocked hat with the brim turned up to form two points
subtype: #tricorn__tricorne cocked hat with the brim turned up to form three points
subtype: #cowboy_hat__ten-gallon_hat a hat with a wide brim and a soft crown; worn by American ranch hands
subtype: #deerstalker a tight-fitting hat with visors front and back; formerly worn by hunters
subtype: #dress_hat__dresshat__high_hat__opera_hat__operahat__silk_hat__stovepipe__tophat__topper__beaver a man's hat with a tall crown; usually covered with beaver or silk
subtype: #dunce_cap__duncecap__dunce's_cap__dunce'scap__fool's_cap a cone-shaped paper hat formerly placed on the head of slow or lazy pupils
subtype: #fedora__felt_hat__homburg__Stetson__trilby felt hat with a creased crown
subtype: #fur_hat__furhat a hat made of fur
subtype: #castor__beaver a hat made of beaver fur or similar material
subtype: #woman's_hat__woman'shat__millinery hats for women; the wares sold by a milliner
subtype: #cloche a woman's close-fitting helmet-like hat
subtype: #picture_hat__picturehat a woman's dressy hat with a wide brim
subtype: #toque__pillbox__turban a small round woman's hat
subtype: #pith_hat__pith_helmet__sun_helmet__sunhelmet__topee__topi a light-weight hat worn in tropical countries for protection from the sun
subtype: #porkpie_hat__porkpiehat__porkpie man's hat with a low, flat crown and a snap brim
subtype: #shovel_hat a stiff broad-brimmed hat with the brim turned up at the sides and projecting in front; worn by some clergymen in England
subtype: #sombrero a straw hat with a tall crown and broad brim; worn in American southwest and in Mexico
subtype: #sou'wester waterproof hat with wide slanting brim longer in back than in front
subtype: #tyrolean soft green felt hat with a feather or brush hatband ornament
subtype: #helmet a protective headgear made of hard material to resist blows
subtype: #batting_helmet__battinghelmet a helmet worn by the batter in baseball
subtype: #crash_helmet__crashhelmet a padded helmet worn by people riding bicycles or motorcycles; protects the head in case of accidents
subtype: #football_helmet__footballhelmet a padded helmet with a face mask to protect the head of football players
subtype: #hard_hat__tin_hat__tinhat__safety_hat a lightweight protective helmet (plastic or metal) worn by construction workers
subtype: #headpiece a protective helmet for the head
subtype: #space_helmet__spacehelmet a helmet worn by astronauts while in outer space
subtype: #hood a headdress that protects the head and face
subtype: #calash__caleche a woman's large folded hooped hood; worn in the 18th century
subtype: #camail__aventail__ventail a medieval hood of mail suspended from a basinet to protect the head and neck
subtype: #jewelled_headdress a headdress adorned with jewels
subtype: #diadem__crown an ornamental jewelled headdress signifying sovereignty
subtype: #coronet.diadem a small crown; usually indicates a high rank but below that of sovereign
subtype: #tiara a crown-like jewelled headdress worn by women on formal occasions
subtype: #miter__mitre a liturgical headdress worn by bishops on formal occasions
subtype: #topknot.headdress headdress consisting of a decorative ribbon or bow worn in the hair
subtype: #turban a traditional Moslem headdress consisting of a long scarf wrapped around the head
subtype: #wimple headdress of cloth; worn over the head and around the neck and ears by medieval women
subtype: #knitwear knitted clothing
subtype: #leisure_wear__leisurewear informal clothing designed to be worn when you are relaxing
subtype: #lounger an article of clothing designed for comfort and leisure wear
subtype: #neckpiece an article of apparel worn about the neck
subtype: #fur-piece__furpiece a neckpiece made of fur
subtype: #nightclothes__nightwear garments designed to be worn in bed
subtype: #nightgown__nightie__night-robe__nightrobe__nightdress lingerie consisting of a loose dress designed to be worn in bed by women
subtype: #nightshirt nightclothes worn by men
subtype: #pj's__pajamas__pyjamas__jammies loose-fitting nightclothes worn for sleeping or lounging; have a jacket top and trousers
subtype: #lounging_pajamas__lounging_pyjamas pajamas worn while lounging
subtype: #outerwear__overclothes__overclothe clothing for use outdoors
subtype: #gown.outerwear__robe outerwear consisting of a long flowing garment used for official or ceremonial occasions
subtype: #academic_gown__academic_robe__judge's_robe__judge'srobe a gown worn by academics or judges
subtype: #Geneva_gown black academic gown widely used by Protestant clergymen
subtype: #vestment gown (especially ceremonial garments) worn by the clergy
subtype: #alb a white linen liturgical vestment with sleeves; worn by priests
subtype: #cassock an black garment reaching down to the ankles; worn by priests or choristers
subtype: #soutane a long cassock with buttons down the front; worn by Roman Catholic priests
subtype: #chasuble a long sleeveless vestment worn by a priest when celebrating Mass
subtype: #humeral_veil__humeralveil__veil a vestment worn by a priest at High Mass in the Roman Catholic Church; a silk shawl
subtype: #pallium.vestment (Roman Catholic Church) vestment consisting of a band encircling the shoulders with two lappets hanging in front and back
subtype: #surplice a loose-fitting white ecclesiastical vestment with wide sleeves
subtype: #protective_garment clothing that is intended to protect the wearer from injury
subtype: #apron a garment of cloth or leather or plastic that is tied about the waist and worn to protect your clothing
subtype: #arm_guard__armguard__arm_pad__armpad a pad worn by football players and hockey goalkeepers
subtype: #athletic_supporter__suspensor__jockstrap__jock a support for the genitals worn by men engaging in strenuous exercise
subtype: #body_pad a pad worn by hockey goalkeeper
subtype: #chest_protector protective garment consisting of a pad worn in baseball by catchers and by football players
subtype: #coverall a loose-fitting protective garment that is worn over other clothing
subtype: #gaberdine__duster__smock__dust_coat an loose coverall (coat or frock) reaching down to the ankles
subtype: #jumpers__jumper a coverall worn by children
subtype: #boilersuit__overall__boilers_suit__boilerssuit (British) a loose protective coverall or smock worn over ordinary clothing for dirty work
subtype: #diving_suit__diving_dress a weighted and hermetically sealed garment supplied with air; worn by underwater divers
subtype: #elbow_pad__elbowpad protective garment consisting of a pad worn over the elbow by football and hockey players
subtype: #foul-weather_gear protective garment that is intended to keep the wearer dry and warm in bad weather
subtype: #hip_pad__hippad protective garment consisting of a pad worn by football and hockey players
subtype: #knee_pad protective garment consisting of a pad worn by football or baseball or hockey players
subtype: #loose_trousers protective trousers
subtype: #pressure_suit protective garment consisting of an inflatable suit for space or high altitude flying
subtype: #anti-G_suit__G_suit worn by fliers and astronauts to counteract the forces of gravity and acceleration
subtype: #spacesuit a pressure suit worn by astronauts while in outer space
subtype: #shin_guard__shinpad a stiff protective garment worn by hockey players or a catcher in baseball to protect the shins
subtype: #shoulder_pad protective garment consisting of a hard rounded pad worn by football players to protect their shoulders
subtype: #thigh_pad__thighpad protective garment consisting of a pad worn over the thighs by football players
subtype: #throat_protector protective garment worn by hockey goalkeeper and catcher in baseball
subtype: #wrist_pad__wristpad protective garment consisting of a pad worn by football players
subtype: #slip-on an article of clothing (garment or shoe) that is easily slipped on or off
subtype: #slops__slop cheap clothing (as issued to sailors)
subtype: #sportswear clothes worn for sport or for casual wear
subtype: #street_clothes ordinary clothing suitable for public appearances (as opposed to costumes or sports apparel or work clothes etc.)
subtype: #togs__threads__thread__duds informal terms for clothing
subtype: #uniform clothing of distinctive design worn by members of a particular group as a means of identification
subtype: #jump_suit one-piece uniform worn by parachutists
subtype: #livery.uniform uniform worn by some menservants and chauffeurs
subtype: #military_uniform prescribed identifying uniform for soldiers
subtype: #battle_dress a military uniform designed for field service
subtype: #dress_uniform__dressuniform a military uniform worn on formal occasions
subtype: #dress_blues__dressblue__dress_whites a dress uniform for formal occasions
subtype: #fatigues military uniform worn by military personnel when doing menial labor
subtype: #full-dress_uniform the naval or military uniform that is specified by regulations to be worn on ceremonial occasions
subtype: #olive_drab.military_uniform__olivedrab military uniform of the United States army; made from cloth of a dull olive color
subtype: #regimentals the military uniform and insignia of a regiment
subtype: #work-clothing__work-clothes clothing worn for doing manual labor
subtype: #overall work clothing consisting of denim trousers (usually with a bib and shoulder straps)
subtype: #consumer_durables__durables__durable_goods__durablegood consumer goods that are not destroyed by use
subtype: #appliance durable goods for home or office use
subtype: #dryer__drier an appliance that removes moisture
subtype: #clothes_dryer__clothesdryer__clothes_drier__clothesdrier a dryer that dries clothes wet from washing
subtype: #mangle clothes dryer for drying and ironing laundry by passing it between two heavy heated rollers
subtype: #spin_dryer__spin_drier a clothes dryer that uses centrifugal motion to dry the clothes that are put into it
subtype: #tumble-dryer__tumble_drier a clothes dryer that spins wet clothes inside a cylinder with hot air
subtype: #wringer a clothes dryer consisting of two roles between which the wet clothes are squeezed
subtype: #hair_dryer__hand_blower__blow_dryer__blow_drier__hair_drier a hand-held electric blower that can blow warm air onto the hair; used for styling hair
subtype: #home_appliance__household_appliance an appliance that does a particular job in the home
subtype: #curling_iron__curlingiron a cylindrical metal home appliance that heats a lock of hair that has been curled around it
subtype: #smoothing_iron__smoothingiron__iron home appliance consisting of a flat metal base that is heated and used to smooth cloth
subtype: #flatiron an iron that was heated by placing it on a stove
subtype: #gauffer an iron used to press pleats and ridges
subtype: #steam_iron__steamiron a pressing iron that can emit steam
subtype: #travel_iron a small lightweight iron that can be carried while traveling
subtype: #kitchen_appliance__kitchenappliance a home appliance used in preparing food
subtype: #coffee_maker a kitchen appliance for brewing coffee automatically
subtype: #espresso_maker a coffee maker that forces live steam under pressure through dark roasted coffee grounds
subtype: #Silex (trademark) a vacuum coffee maker
subtype: #garbage_disposal__garbagedisposal__disposal__electric_pig a kitchen appliance for disposing of garbage
subtype: #food_processor a kitchen appliance with interchangeable blades; used for shredding or blending or chopping or slicing food
subtype: #hot_plate__hotplate__hotplate a portable electric appliance for heating or cooking or keeping food warm
subtype: #ice_maker__icemaker an appliance included in some electric refrigerators for making ice cubes
subtype: #microwave_oven__microwaveoven__microwave kitchen appliance that cooks food by passing an electromagnetic wave through it; heat is produced by the absorption of microwave energy by the water molecules in the food
subtype: #oven kitchen appliance used for baking or roasting
subtype: #broiler an oven or part of a stove used for broiling
subtype: #Dutch_oven n oven consisting of a metal box for cooking in front of a fire
subtype: #gas_oven__gasoven a domestic oven fueled by gas
subtype: #kiln a large oven for firing or burning or drying such things as porcelain or bricks
subtype: #brickkiln a kiln for making bricks
subtype: #dry_kiln__drykiln a kiln for drying and seasoning lumber
subtype: #limekiln a kiln used to reduce naturally occuring forms of calcium carbonate to lime
subtype: #muffle a kiln with an inner chamber for firing things at a low temperature
subtype: #oast a kiln for drying hops
subtype: #rotisserie.oven an oven or broiler equipped with a rotating spit on which meat cooks as it turns
subtype: #kitchen_stove__kitchenstove__stove__range__kitchen_range__kitchenrange__cooking_stove__cookingstove a kitchen appliance used for cooking food; "dinner was already on the stove"
subtype: #charcoal_burner a stove that burns charcoal as fuel
subtype: #cookstove a stove for cooking (especially a wood- or coal-burning kitchen stove)
subtype: #electric_range a kitchen range in which the heat for cooking is provided by electric power
subtype: #gas_range__gasrange__gas_stove__gasstove__gas_cooker__gascooker a range with with gas rings and an oven for cooking with gas
subtype: #potbelly_stove__potbelly a bulbous stove in which wood or coal is burned
subtype: #Primus_stove__Primus a portable paraffin cooking stove; used by campers
subtype: #spirit_stove a stove that burns a volatile liquid fuel such as alcohol
subtype: #toaster a kitchen appliance (usually electric) for toasting bread
subtype: #toaster_oven__toasteroven kitchen appliance consisting of a small electric oven for toasting or warming food
subtype: #sewing_machine a textile machine used as a home appliance for sewing
subtype: #serger a sewing machine that overcasts the raw edges of a fabric with a V-shaped stitch
subtype: #vacuum_cleaner__vacuum an electrical home appliance that cleans by suction
subtype: #Hoover (trademark) a kind of vacuum cleaner
subtype: #white_goods large electrical home appliances (refrigerators or washing machines etc.) that are typically finished in white enamel
subtype: #clothes_dryer__clothesdryer__clothes_drier__clothesdrier a dryer that dries clothes wet from washing
subtype: #dish_washer__dishwasher__dishwashing_machine__dishwashingmachine a machine for washing dishes
subtype: #electric_range a kitchen range in which the heat for cooking is provided by electric power
subtype: #refrigerator__icebox white goods in which food can be stored at low temperatures
subtype: #ice_chest__icechest__cooler a refrigerator for cooling liquids
subtype: #electric_refrigerator__fridge a refrigerator in which the coolant is pumped around by an electric motor
subtype: #deepfreeze__freezer electric refrigerator in which food is frozen and stored for long periods of time
subtype: #ice_machine an electric refrigerator to supply ice cubes
subtype: #automatic_washer__automaticwasher__washer__washing_machine__washingmachine a home appliance for washing clothes and linens automatically
subtype: #fashions consumer goods (especially clothing) in the current mode
subtype: #grocery__foodstuff (usually plural) consumer goods sold by a grocer
subtype: #greengrocery.grocery (British) groceries sold by a greengrocer
subtype: #packaged_good groceries that are packaged for sale
subtype: #drygoods__soft_goods textiles or clothing and related merchandise
subtype: #haberdashery__men's_furnishings__men'sfurnishing the drygoods sold by a haberdasher
subtype: #household_linen__householdlinen__white_goods drygoods for household use that are typically made of white cloth
subtype: #ironing.garment garments (clothes or linens) that are to be (or have been) ironed; "there was a basketful of ironing to do"
subtype: #washing__laundry__wash__washables__washable garments or white goods that can be cleaned by laundering
subtype: #linen white goods or clothing made with linen cloth
subtype: #bath_linen linens for use in the bathroom
subtype: #bath_mat a heavy towel or mat to stand on while drying yourself after a bath
subtype: #bath_towel a large towel; to dry yourself after a bath
subtype: #Turkish_towel__terry_towel__terrytowel a bath towel with rough loose pile
subtype: #washcloth__washrag__flannel__face_cloth bath linen consisting of a piece of cloth used to wash the face and body
subtype: #bed_linen__bedlinen linen or cotton articles for a bed (as sheets and pillowcases)
subtype: #pillowcase__case__slip__pillow_slip bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow; "the burglar carried his loot in a pillowcase"
subtype: #pillow_sham bed linen consisting of a decorative cover for a pillow
subtype: #bed_sheet__sheet bed linen consisting of a large rectangular piece of cotton or linen cloth; used in pairs
subtype: #fitted_sheet__contour_sheet__contoursheet a sheet (usually with elastic edges) tailored to fit a particular mattress
subtype: #doily__doyley__doyly a small round piece of linen place under a dish or bowl
subtype: #table_linen__tablelinen__napery linens for the dining table
subtype: #damask.table_linen a table linen made from linen damask
subtype: #table_napkin__tablenapkin__napkin__serviette to protect clothing; wipe mouth
subtype: #bib a napkin tied under the chin a child while eating
subtype: #dinner_napkin a large napkin used when dinner is served
subtype: #tea_napkin__teanapkin a small napkin used when tea is served
subtype: #place_mat__placemat__mat table linen for an individual place setting
subtype: #tablecloth a covering spread over a dining table
subtype: #tea_cloth__teacloth a small tablecloth
subtype: #tray_cloth table linen consisting of a small cloth for a tray
subtype: #entrant a commodity that enters competition with established merchandise; "a well publicized entrant is the pocket computer"
subtype: #export commodities (goods or services) sold to a foreign country
subtype: #fungible a commodity that is freely interchangeable with another in satisfying an obligation
subtype: #future bulk commodities bought or sold at an agreed price for delivery at a specified future date
subtype: #oil_future__oilfuture__petroleumfuture petroleum bought or sold at an agreed price for delivery at a specified future date
subtype: #soybean_future__soybeanfuture soybeans bought or sold at an agreed price for delivery at a specified future date
subtype: #wheat_future__wheatfuture wheat bought or sold at an agreed price for delivery at a specified future date
subtype: #import commodities (goods or services) bought from a foreign country
subtype: #merchandise__wares__ware__product commodities offered for sale; "good business depends on having good merchandise"; "that store offers a variety of products"
subtype: #cargo__lading__freight__load__loading__payload__shipment__consignment goods carried by a large vehicle
subtype: #contraband goods whose importation or exportation or possession is prohibited by law
subtype: #feature an article of merchandise that is displayed or advertised more than other articles
subtype: #loss_leader__drawing_card__drawingcard__leader a featured article of merchandise sold at a loss in order to draw customers
subtype: #irregular__second merchandise that has imperfections; usually sold at a reduced price without the brand name
subtype: #line_of_merchandise__line__product_line__productline__line_of_products__business_line__line_of_business a particular kind of product or merchandise; "a nice line of shoes"
subtype: #sideline an auxiliary line of merchandise
subtype: #number.merchandise an item of merchandise offered for sale; "she preferred the black nylon number"; "this sweater is an all-wool number"
subtype: #refill a commercial product that refills a container with its appropriate contents; "he got a refill for his ball-point pen"; "he got a refill for his notebook"
subtype: #release merchandise issued for sale or public showing (especially a record or film); "a new release from the London Symphony Orchestra"
subtype: #schlock__dreck (slang) merchandise that is shoddy or inferior
subtype: #software_package__software_product merchandise consisting of a computer program that is offered for sale
subtype: #stock.merchandise__inventory the merchandise that a shop has on hand; "they carried a vast inventory of hardware"
subtype: #top_of_the_line the best (most expensive) in a given line of merchandise
subtype: #yard_goods__piece_goods__piecegood merchandise in the form of fabrics sold by the yard
subtype: #middling any commodity of intermediate quality or size (especially when coarse particles of ground wheat are mixed with bran)
subtype: #salvage.belongings property or goods saved from damage or destruction
subtype: #cone any cone-shaped artifact
subtype: #covering.artifact an artifact that cover something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it)
subtype: #dressing__grooming the activity of getting dressed
subtype: #primping careful or finicky grooming; "the primping alone took more than an hour"
subtype: #toilet the act of dressing and preparing yourself; "he made his toilet and went to breakfast"
subtype: #artificial_skin a synthetic covering with two layers used experimentally to treat burn victims
subtype: #bootleg the part of a boot above the instep
subtype: #bubble.covering a dome-shaped covering made of transparent glass or plastic
subtype: #canopy.covering the transparent covering of an aircraft cockpit
subtype: #casing the outermost covering of a pneumatic tire
subtype: #chafing_gear__chafinggear covering (usually rope or canvas) of a line or spar to protect it from friction
subtype: #cloak.covering anything that covers or conceals
subtype: #cloth_covering__clothcovering a covering made of cloth
subtype: #antimacassar a piece of ornamented cloth that protects the back of chair from hair oils
subtype: #back.cloth_covering the part of a garment that covers your back; "they pinned a `kick me' sign on his back"
subtype: #bedclothes__bed_clothing__bedclothing__bedding covering that are used on a bed
subtype: #bedroll bedding rolled up for carrying
subtype: #bedspread__bedcover__bed_cover__bedcover__bed_covering__bedcovering__counterpane__spread decorative cover for a bed
subtype: #coverlet a decorative bedspread (usually quilted)
subtype: #quilted_bedspread__quiltedbedspread a bedspread constructed like a thin quilt
subtype: #blanket.bedclothes__cover bedding that keeps a person warm in bed; "he pulled the covers over his head and went to sleep"
subtype: #afghan a blanket knitted or crocheted in strips or squares; sometimes used as a shawl
subtype: #electric_blanket a blanket containing and electric heating element that can be controlled to the desired temperature by a rheostat
subtype: #Mackinaw_blanket__mackinaw a thick plaid blanket formerly used in NW US
subtype: #manta a blanket that is used as a cloak or shawl
subtype: #security_blanket a blanket (or toy) that a child carries around in order to reduce anxiety
subtype: #mattress_cover bedclothes that provide a cover for a mattress
subtype: #quilt__comforter__puff bedding made of two layers of cloth filled with stuffing and stitched together
subtype: #duvet__eiderdown__continentalquilt a soft quilt usually filled with the down of the eider
subtype: #patchwork_quilt__patchworkquilt__patchwork a quilt made by sew patches of different materials together
subtype: #crazy_quilt__crazyquilt a patchwork quilt without a design
subtype: #throw.bedclothes bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something
subtype: #blindfold a cloth used to cover the eyes
subtype: #bosom cloth that covers the chest or breasts
subtype: #burial_garment cloth used to cover a corpse in preparation for burial
subtype: #pall__shroud__cerement__winding-sheet__windingsheet__winding-clothes__windingclothe burial garment in which a corpse is wrapped
subtype: #tea_cosy__teacosy__cosy__cosey__tea_cosey__teacosey__cozy__tea_cozy__teacozy__cozey__tea_cozey__teacozey__cozie__tea_cozie__teacozie a padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm
subtype: #medical_dressing__medicaldressing__dressing a cloth covering for a wound or sore
subtype: #bandage a piece of soft material that protects an injured part of the body
subtype: #adhesive_bandage bandage consisting of a medical dressing of plain absorbent gauze held in place by a plastic or fabric tape coated with adhesive
subtype: #Band_Aid (trademark) an adhesive bandage to cover small cuts or blisters
subtype: #Elastoplast (British trademark) an elastic adhesive bandage for covering cuts or wounds
subtype: #capeline_bandage bandage that covers the head or an amputation stump like a cap
subtype: #plaster_cast__plastercast__plaster_bandage bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal
subtype: #compression_bandage__tourniquet bandage that stops the flow of blood from an artery by applying pressure
subtype: #elastic_bandage__elasticbandage a bandage containing stretchable material that can apply local pressure
subtype: #Elastoplast (British trademark) an elastic adhesive bandage for covering cuts or wounds
subtype: #four-tailed_bandage a bandage consisting of a strip of cloth split in two on both ends; the central part is placed under the chin to restrict motion of the mandible and the tails are tied over the top of the head
subtype: #immovable_bandage__immovablebandage a bandage of cloth impregnated with with a substance (e.g., plaster of Paris) that hardens soon after it is applied
subtype: #oblique_bandage__obliquebandage a bandage in which successive turns proceed obliquely up or down a limb
subtype: #spiral_bandage an oblique bandage in which successive turns overlap preceding turns
subtype: #roller_bandage bandage consisting of a strip of sterile fabric (of variable width) rolled into a cylinder to facilitate application
subtype: #scarf_bandage__scarfbandage__sling__triangular_bandage bandage to support an injured forearm; consisting of a wide triangular piece of cloth hanging from around the neck
subtype: #suspensory_bandage__suspensory a bandage of elastic fabric applied to uplift a dependant part (as the scrotum or a pendulous breast)
subtype: #swathe__wrapping an enveloping bandage
subtype: #truss.bandage__trus (medical) a bandage consisting of a pad and belt; worn to hold a hernia in place by pressure
subtype: #compress a cloth pad or dressing (with or without medication) applied firmly to some part of the body (to relieve discomfort or reduce fever)
subtype: #surgical_dressing a loosely woven cotton dressing for incisions made during surgery
subtype: #elbow.cloth_covering the part of a sleeve that covers the elbow; "his coat had patches over the elbows"
subtype: #eyepatch__patch a protective cloth covering for an injured eye
subtype: #knee cloth covering consisting of the part of a trouser leg that covers the knee
subtype: #lap_covering__lapcovering__lap the part of a piece of clothing that covers the thighs
subtype: #leg.cloth_covering cloth covering consisting of the part of a garment that covers the leg
subtype: #pant_leg__trouser_leg__trouserleg the leg of a pair of trousers
subtype: #seat.cloth_covering the cloth covering for the buttocks; "the seat of his pants was worn through"
subtype: #skirt.cloth_covering cloth covering that forms the part of a garment below the waist
subtype: #sleeve.cloth_covering__arm the part of a garment that is attached at armhole and provides a cloth covering for the arm
subtype: #dolman_sleeve a sleeve with a large armhole and tight cuff
subtype: #long_sleeve a sleeve extending from shoulder to wrist
subtype: #raglan_sleeve a sleeve that extends in one piece to the neckline of a coat or sweater with seams from the armhole to the neck
subtype: #shirtsleeve the sleeve of a shirt
subtype: #short_sleeve__shortsleeve a sleeve extending from the shoulder to the elbow
subtype: #slipcover a removable fitted cloth covering for upholstered furniture
subtype: #article_of_clothing__clothing__clothes__clothe__apparel__wearing_apparel__wearingapparel__wear covering designed to be worn on a person's body
subtype: #coating.covering__coat a thin layer covering something; "a second coat of paint"
subtype: #bitumastic a protective coating of asphalt and filter used on structural metals that are exposed to weathering
subtype: #coat_of_paint a layer of paint covering something else
subtype: #finishing_coat__finishingcoat__finish_coat the final coat of paint
subtype: #flat_coat__ground__primer__priming__primer_coat__priming_coat__primingcoat__undercoat the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface
subtype: #couch.flat_coat a flat coat of paint or varnish used by artists as a primer
subtype: #photographic_emulsion__emulsion a light-sensitive coating on paper or film; consists of fine grains of silver bromide suspended in a gelatin
subtype: #enamel any smooth glossy coating that resembles ceramic glaze
subtype: #nail_polish__nail_enamel__nail_varnish a cosmetic lacquer that dries quickly and that is applied to the nails to color them or make them shiny
subtype: #facing.coating__veneer an ornamental coating to a building
subtype: #finish_coat__finishing_coat__finishingcoat the final coating of plaster applied to walls and ceilings; "we can't paint until they put on the finishing coat"
subtype: #gilt__gilding a coating of gold or of something that looks like gold
subtype: #lacquer a hard glossy coating
subtype: #japan lacquer with a durable glossy black finish, originally from the orient
subtype: #overcoat__overcoating an additional protective coating (as of paint or varnish)
subtype: #paint a substance used as a coating to protect or decorate a surface (especially a mixture of pigment suspended in a liquid); dries to form a hard coating
subtype: #acrylic_paint__acrylicpaint__acrylic used especially by artists
subtype: #coat_of_paint a layer of paint covering something else
subtype: #enamel.paint a paint that dries to a hard glossy finish
subtype: #encaustic a paint consisting of pigment mixed with melted beeswax; it is fixed with heat after application
subtype: #house_paint__housepaint paint used to cover the exterior woodwork of a house
subtype: #oil_paint__oilpaint paint in which a drying oil is the vehicle
subtype: #oil_color__oilcolor__oil oil paint used by an artist
subtype: #semigloss__semiglos a paint that dries with a finish between glossy and flat
subtype: #spray_paint__spraypaint paint applied with a spray gun
subtype: #varnish paint that provides a hard glossy transparent coating
subtype: #fixative a varnish dissolved in alcohol and sprayed over pictures to prevent smudging
subtype: #shellac_varnish__shellacvarnish__shellac a thin varnish made by dissolving lac in ethanol; used to finish wood
subtype: #water-base_paint paint in which water is used as the vehicle
subtype: #calcimine a water-base paint containing zinc oxide and glue and coloring; used as a wash for walls and ceilings
subtype: #casein_paint__casein a water-base paint made with casein (which is a protein precipitated from milk)
subtype: #latex_paint__latex__rubberbasepaint a water-base paint having a latex binder
subtype: #tempera__poster_paint__poster_color__poster_colour pigment mixed with water-soluble glutinous materials such as size and egg yolk
subtype: #wash.water-base_paint a thin coat of water-base paint
subtype: #calcimine a water-base paint containing zinc oxide and glue and coloring; used as a wash for walls and ceilings
subtype: #color_wash__colorwash__colour_wash a wash of whitewash or other water-base paint tinted with a colored pigment
subtype: #whitewash wash consisting of lime and size in water; used for whitening walls and other surfaces
subtype: #watercolor.water-base_paint a water-base paint (with water-soluble pigments); used by artists
subtype: #gouache.watercolor an opaque watercolor prepared with gum
subtype: #patina a fine coating of oxide on the surface of a metal
subtype: #verdigris a green patina that forms on copper or brass or bronze that has been exposed to the air or water for long periods of time
subtype: #metal_plating__metalplating__plating a thin coating of metal deposited on a surface
subtype: #gold_plate a thin plating of gold on something
subtype: #silver_plate a thin layer of silver deposited on something
subtype: #seal.coating a finishing coat applied to exclude moisture
subtype: #undercoat__underseal seal consisting of a coating of a tar or rubberlike material on the underside of a motor vehicle to retard corrosion
subtype: #veneer__veneering coating consisting of a thin layer of superior wood glued to a base of inferior wood
subtype: #waterproofing a coating capable of making a surface waterproof
subtype: #cover_plate__coverplate covering consisting of a plate used to cover over or close in a chamber or receptacle
subtype: #earmuff either of a pair of ear coverings (usually connected by a headband) that are worn to keep the ears warm in cold weather
subtype: #fig_leaf__figleaf a covering consisting of anything intended to conceal something regarded as shameful
subtype: #finger.covering the part of a glove that provides a covering for one of the fingers
subtype: #flap any broad thin and limber covering attached at one edge; hangs loose or projects freely; "he wrote on the flap of the envelope"
subtype: #barndoor an opaque adjustable flap on a lamp fixture; used in photography to cut off light from particular areas
subtype: #coattail the loose back flap of a coat that hangs below the waist
subtype: #codpiece (15th-16th century) a flap for the crotch of men's tight-fitting breeches
subtype: #earflap__earlap one of two flaps attached to a cap to keep the ears warm
subtype: #dag__jag a flap along the edge of a garment; used in medieval clothing
subtype: #lap.flap__overlap a flap that lies over another part
subtype: #cuff__turnup the lap consisting of a turned-back hem encircling the end of the sleeve or leg
subtype: #trouser_cuff__trousercuff a cuff on the bottoms of trouser legs
subtype: #hem lap that forms a cloth border doubled back and stitched down
subtype: #lapel lap at the front of a coat; continuation of the coat collar
subtype: #revers__revere a lapel on a woman's garment; turned back to show the reverse side
subtype: #lappet a small lap on a garment or headdress
subtype: #pocket_flap a flap that covers the access to a pocket
subtype: #tent-fly__fly_sheet__fly__tent_flap flap consisting of a piece of canvas that can be drawn back to provide entrance to a tent
subtype: #tongue.flap the flap of material under the laces of a shoe or boot
subtype: #floorcover__floor_covering__floorcovering a covering for the floor of an automobile
subtype: #mat a thick flat pad used as a floor covering
subtype: #doormat__welcomemat a mat placed outside an exterior door for wiping the shoes before entering
subtype: #matting floor covering of coarse fabric (usually of straw or hemp)
subtype: #parquetry__parqueterie a patterned wood inlay used to cover a floor
subtype: #rug__carpeting floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile)
subtype: #broadloom a carpet woven on a wide loom to obviate the need for seams
subtype: #Brussels_carpet a worsted carpet with a heavy pile of colored yarns on a linen warp
subtype: #drugget a rug made of a coarse fabric having a cotton warp and a wool filling
subtype: #flying_carpet (Asian folk tales) an imaginary carpet that will fly people anywhere they wish to go
subtype: #hearthrug a rug spread out in front of a fireplace
subtype: #numdah_rug__numdah__nammad an embroidered rug made from a coarse Indian felt
subtype: #prayer_rug__prayer_mat a small rug used by Moslems during their devotions
subtype: #red_carpet__redcarpet a strip of red carpeting laid down for dignitaries to walk on
subtype: #scatter_rug__scatterrug__throw_rug__throwrug a small rug; several can be used in a room
subtype: #shag_rug a rug with long pile
subtype: #rya_rug__rya a shag rug made in Sweden
subtype: #stair-carpet__staircarpet a strip of carpet for laying on stairs
subtype: #Wilton a kind of carpet with loops like a Brussels carpet but with a close velvet pile of cut loops
subtype: #folder covering that is folded over to protect the contents
subtype: #file_folder folder that holds papers together in a filing cabinet
subtype: #matchbook a small folder of paper safety matches
subtype: #footgear__footwear covering for a person's feet
subtype: #boot footwear that covers the whole foot and lower leg
subtype: #buskin__chukka_boot__combat_boot__desert_boot__half_boot__top_boot__topboot a boot reaching halfway up to the knee
subtype: #cowboy_boot__cowboy_boots a boot with a high arch and fancy stitching; worn by American cowboys
subtype: #Hessian_boot__hessian__Wellington__Wellington_boot (19th century) a man's high tasseled boot
subtype: #hip_boot__hipboot__hipboot__thighboot__thigh_boots very high boots; used especially for fishing
subtype: #waders waterproof hip boots (sometimes extending to the chest) worn by anglers
subtype: #riding_boot a boot without laces that is worn for riding horses; part of a riding habit
subtype: #jodhpur_boot__jodhpurboot__jodhpur__jodhpur_shoe__jodhpurshoe a short riding boot that fastens with a buckle at the side
subtype: #rubber_boot__gum_boot__gumboot a high boot made of rubber
subtype: #ski_boot__skiboot__ski_boots__skiboot a stiff boot that is fastened to a ski with a ski binding
subtype: #geta__clog__patten__sabot footwear usually with wooden soles
subtype: #flats__flat footwear (shoes or slippers) with no heel (or a flat heel)
subtype: #overshoe footwear that protects your shoes from water or snow or cold
subtype: #arctic__galosh__golosh__rubber__gumshoe a waterproof overshoe that protects shoes from water or snow
subtype: #shoe footwear shaped to fit the foot (below the ankle) with a flexible upper of leather or plastic and a sole and heel of heavier material
subtype: #anklet a shoe for a child or woman that has a strap around the ankle
subtype: #baby_shoe a shoe designed to be worn by infants
subtype: #blucher__bluchers a high shoe with laces over the tongue
subtype: #bowling_shoe__bowlingshoe a special shoe worn when bowling
subtype: #brogan__brogue__clodhopper__work_shoe a thick and heavy shoe
subtype: #calceus__calceu a shoe covering the ankle; worn by ancient Romans
subtype: #chopine__chopines__platform__platforms__platform a woman's shoe with a very high thick sole
subtype: #cleats a pair of shoes with cleats on the soles; "the football players all wore cleats"
subtype: #congress_boot__congress_shoe__congress_gaiter an ankle high shoe with elastic gussets in the sides
subtype: #flippers__flipper__fin__fin a shoe for swimming; the paddle-like front is an aid in swimming (especially underwater)
subtype: #gaiter.shoe an shoe covering the ankle with elastic gores in the sides
subtype: #ghillie__gillie a shoe without a tongue and with decorative lacing up the instep
subtype: #gym_shoe__gymshoe__sneaker__tennis_shoe a canvas shoe with a pliable rubber sole
subtype: #plimsoll (British) a light gym shoe with a rubber sole and a canvas top
subtype: #Loafer (trademark) a low leather step-in shoe; the top resembles a moccasin but it has a broad flat heel
subtype: #mocassin__moccasin__moccasins__moccasin soft leather shoe; originally worn by native Americans
subtype: #oxford a low shoe laced over the instep
subtype: #saddle_oxford__saddle_shoe an oxford with a saddle of contrasting color
subtype: #pumps__pump__pump a low-cut shoe without fastenings
subtype: #spectator_pump__spectatorpump__spectator a woman's pump with medium heel; usually in contrasting colors for toe and heel
subtype: #running_shoe__runningshoe a light comfortable shoe designed for running
subtype: #sabot__wooden_shoe a shoe carved from a single block of wood
subtype: #sandal a shoe consisting of a sole fastened by straps to the foot
subtype: #espadrille a sandal with a sole made of rope or rubber and a cloth upper part
subtype: #huarache__huaraches__huarache a sandal with flat heels and an upper of woven leather straps
subtype: #zori__pusher a sandal attached to the foot by a thong over the toes
subtype: #scuffer a light-weight flexible sandal with a study sole; worn as play shoes by children and as sportswear by adults
subtype: #talaria a winged sandal (as worn by Hermes in Graeco-Roman art)
subtype: #walker a shoe designed for comfortable walking
subtype: #walking_shoe__walkingshoe a light comfortable shoe designed for vigorous walking
subtype: #wedgie__wedgies__wedgie a shoe with a wedge heel
subtype: #wing_tip.shoe__wingtip a shoe having a wing-tip toecap
subtype: #carpet_slipper__slipper low footwear that can be slip on and off easily; usually worn indoors
subtype: #bootee__bootees__bootee__bootie__booties__bootie a slipper that is soft and wool (for babies)
subtype: #mules__mule__mule__scuff__scuffs a slipper that has no fitting around the heel
subtype: #exhaust_hood__exhausthood__hood metal covering leading to a vent that exhausts smoke or fumes
subtype: #range_hood__rangehood exhaust hood over a kitchen range
subtype: #imbrication__overlapping__lapping covering with a design in which one element covers a part of another (as with tiles or shingles)
subtype: #instep the part of a shoe or stocking that covers the instep
subtype: #mercy_seat__mercyseat the golden covering of the ark of the covenant
subtype: #paddlebox a wooden covering for the upper part of a paddlewheel
subtype: #planking.covering a covering or flooring constructed of planks (as on a ship)
subtype: #protective_cover__protective_covering__protection a covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury; "they had no protection from the fallout"; "wax provided protection for the floors"
subtype: #armor protective covering made of metal and used in combat
subtype: #body_armor__body_armour__suit_of_armor__suit_of_armour__coat_of_mail__cataphract armor that protects the wearer's whole body
subtype: #bulletproof_vest__bulletproofvest a vest capable of resisting the impact of a bullet
subtype: #chain_mail__chainmail__ring_mail__mail__chain_armor__chainarmor__chain_armour__chainarmour__ring_armor__ring_armour (medieval) flexible armor; made of interlinked metal rings
subtype: #brigandine a medieval coat of chain mail consisting of metal rings sewn onto leather or cloth
subtype: #habergeon (medieval) a light sleeveless coat of chain mail worn under the hauberk
subtype: #hauberk__byrnie a long (usually sleeveless) tunic of chain mail formerly worn as defensive armor
subtype: #voider__gusset a piece of chain mail covering a place unprotected by armor plate
subtype: #corselet__corslet a piece of body armor for the trunk; usually consists of a breastplate and back piece
subtype: #cuirass__cuiras medieval body armor that covers the chest and back
subtype: #buckler__shield armor carried on the arm to intercept blows
subtype: #scutcheon__escutcheon a shield; especially one displaying a coat of arms
subtype: #pavis__pavi__pavise (medieval) a large heavy oblong shield protecting the whole body; originally carried but sometimes set up in permanent position
subtype: #bell_jar__bell_glass a bell-shaped glass cover used to protect and display delicate objects or to cover scientific apparatus or to contain gases
subtype: #ring-binder__binder holds loose papers or magazines
subtype: #book_binding__binding__cover__back the front and back covering of a book; "the book had a leather binding"
subtype: #half_binding book binding in which the spine and part of the sides are bound in one material and the rest in another
subtype: #three-quarter_binding__threequarterbinding the spine and much of the sides are a different material from the rest of the cover
subtype: #blind__screen something that keeps things out or hinders sight; "they had just moved in and had not put up blinds yet"
subtype: #drape__curtain__drapery__pall hanging cloth used as a blind
subtype: #drop_curtain__drop_cloth__drop a curtain that can be lowered and raised onto a stage
subtype: #festoon.drape a curtain of fabric draped and bound at intervals to form graceful loops
subtype: #portiere a heavy curtain hung across a doorway
subtype: #shower_curtain a curtain that keeps water from splashing out of the shower area
subtype: #theater_curtain__theatercurtain__theatre_curtain__theatrecurtain a hanging cloth that conceals the stage; rises at the beginning and descends at the end of a performance
subtype: #safety_curtain a fireproof theater curtain to be dropped in case of fire
subtype: #shutter a hinged blind for a window
subtype: #deadlight a strong shutter over a ship's porthole that is closed in stormy weather
subtype: #jalousie a shutter made of angled slats
subtype: #window_blind a blind for privacy or to keep out light
subtype: #Venetian_blind a window blind made of horizontal strips that overlap when closed
subtype: #window_shade an opaque window blind that can cover or uncover a window
subtype: #roller_blind a window shade that rolls up out of the way
subtype: #blinder__winker__blinker blind consisting of a leather eye-patch sewn to the side of the halter that prevents a horse from seeing something on either side
subtype: #cap.protective_cover something serving as a cover or protection
subtype: #distributor_cap__distributorcap the cap of the distributor that holds in place the wires from the distributor to the spark plugs
subtype: #ferrule__collet a metal cap or band placed on a wooden pole to prevent splitting
subtype: #hubcap cap that fits over the hub of a wheel
subtype: #lens_cap__lens_cover cap used to keep lens free of dust when not in use
subtype: #thimble a small metal cap to protect the finger while sewing; can be used as a small container
subtype: #cloche.protective_cover a low transparent cover put over young plants to protect them from cold
subtype: #coaster a covering (plate or mat) that protects the surface of a table (i.e., from the condensation on a cold glass or bottle)
subtype: #cold_frame protective covering consisting of a wooden frame with a glass top in which small plants are protected from the cold
subtype: #cowl__cowling__hood protective covering consisting of a metal part that covers the engine
subtype: #watch_crystal__watchcrystal__crystal__watch_glass a protective cover that protects the face of a watch
subtype: #dust_cover a removable plastic protective covering for a piece of equipment
subtype: #faceplate a protective covering for the front of a machine or device (as a door lock or computer component)
subtype: #cladding__facing a protective covering that protects the outside of a building
subtype: #revetement__revetment__stone_facing__stonefacing a facing (usually masonry) that supports an embankment
subtype: #fallboard the hinged protective covering that protects the keyboard of a piano when it is not being played
subtype: #finger_plate__escutcheon__scutcheon a flat protective covering (on a door or wall etc) to prevent soiling by dirty fingers
subtype: #heat_shield a protective covering that protects a spacecraft from overheating on re-entry
subtype: #bonnet__hood protective covering consisting of a hinged metal part that covers the engine
subtype: #housing.protective_cover a protective cover designed to contain or support a mechanical component
subtype: #binnacle a nonmagnetic housing for a ship's compass (usually in front of the helm)
subtype: #cabinet.housing housing for electronic instruments, as radio or television
subtype: #crankcase housing for a crankshaft
subtype: #distributor_housing the housing that supports the distributor cam
subtype: #journal_box__journalbox metal housing for a journal bearing
subtype: #lamphouse__lamp_housing housing that holds a lamp (as in a movie projector)
subtype: #radome__radar_dome__radardome a housing for a radar antenna; transparent to radio waves
subtype: #shell.housing__case__casing the housing or outer covering of something; "the clock has a walnut case"
subtype: #boot.shell protective casing for something that resembles a leg
subtype: #gearbox__gear_case the shell (metal casing) in which a train of gears is sealed
subtype: #jacket.shell the tough metal shell casing for certain kinds of ammunition
subtype: #lining.protective_cover a protective covering that protects an inside surface
subtype: #brake_lining__brakelining the lining on the brake shoes that comes in contact with the brake drum
subtype: #cylindrical_lining__cylindricallining__bushing a cylindrical metal lining used to reduce friction
subtype: #facing a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening
subtype: #furnace_lining__furnacelining lining consisting of material with a high melting point; used to line the inside walls of a furnace
subtype: #mask.protective_cover a protective covering worn over the face
subtype: #face_mask mask that provides a protective covering for the face in such sports as baseball or football or hockey
subtype: #catcher's_mask__catcher'smask a mask to protect the face of the catcher in baseball
subtype: #bar_mask__barmask a catcher's mask with bars
subtype: #birdcage_mask a catcher's mask with a strong wire face
subtype: #face_guard face mask consisting of a strong wire mesh on the front of football helmets
subtype: #fencing_mask__fencingmask__fencer's_mask a face mask made of fine mesh that is worn over a fencer's face
subtype: #ski_mask__skimask a woolen face mask to protect the face from cold while skiing
subtype: #gasmask__respirator__gas_helmet__gashelmet a mask with a filter protects the face an lungs against poisonous gases
subtype: #welder's_mask a mask that you wear for protection when doing welding
subtype: #mulch a protective covering of rotting vegetable matter spread to reduce evaporation and soil erosion
subtype: #roof a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building
subtype: #curb_roof a roof with two or more slopes on each side of the ridge
subtype: #mansard_roof__mansardroof__mansard a hip roof having two slopes on each side
subtype: #French_roof a mansard roof with sides that are nearly perpendicular
subtype: #dome a hemispherical roof
subtype: #astrodome a transparent dome on top of an airplane where the navigator can make celestial observations
subtype: #cupola a roof in the form of a dome
subtype: #geodesic_dome a lightweight dome constructed of interlocking polygons; invented by R. Buckminster Fuller
subtype: #onion_dome__oniondome a dome that is shaped like a bulb; characteristic of Russian and Byzantine church architecture
subtype: #pressure_dome a dome-shaped building that is pressurized
subtype: #whispering_gallery__whispering_dome a space beneath a dome or arch in which sounds produced at certain points are clearly audible at certain distant points
subtype: #gable_roof__gableroof__saddle_roof__saddleback__saddleback_roof a double sloping roof with a ridge and gables at each end
subtype: #gambrel_roof__gambrelroof a gable roof with two slopes on each side and the lower slope being steeper
subtype: #hip_roof__hiproof a roof having sloping ends as well as sloping sides
subtype: #housetop the roof of a house; "shout it from the housetops"
subtype: #slate_roof__slateroof a roof covered with slate
subtype: #sunroof__sunshine-roof an automobile roof having a sliding or raisable panel: "`sunshine-roof' is a British term for `sunroof'"
subtype: #thatched_roof__thatch a house roof made with a plant material (as straw)
subtype: #tile_roof a roof made of fired clay tiles
subtype: #vault an arched brick or stone ceiling or roof
subtype: #barrel_vault the simplest form of vault; a single continuous arch
subtype: #groined_vault__groinedvault two barrel vaults intersecting at right angles
subtype: #ribbed_vault vault that resembles a groined vault but has ribbed arches
subtype: #roof.protective_cover protective covering on top of a motor vehicle
subtype: #hood.roof the folding roof of a carriage
subtype: #calash_top__calash__caleche the folding hood of a horse-drawn carriage
subtype: #screen protective covering consisting of a metallic netting mounted in a frame and covering windows or doors (especially for protection against insects)
subtype: #fire_screen__fireguard a metal screen before an open fire for protection (especially against flying sparks)
subtype: #mosquito_net a fine net or screen (especially around beds) to protect against mosquitos
subtype: #smoke_screen__smokescreen (military) screen consisting of a cloud of smoke that obscures movements
subtype: #window_screen screen to keep insects from entering a building through the open window
subtype: #windshield__windscreen transparent screen (as of glass) to protect occupants of a vehicle
subtype: #shade protective covering that protects something from direct sunlight
subtype: #lampshade__lamp_shade a protective ornamental shade used to screen a light bulb from direct view
subtype: #parasol a handheld collapsible source of shade
subtype: #pith_hat__pith_helmet__sun_helmet__sunhelmet__topee__topi a light-weight hat worn in tropical countries for protection from the sun
subtype: #sunbonnet__sunhat a large bonnet that shades the face; worn by girls and women
subtype: #sun_visor__sunvisor a shade (sometimes of green mica) affixed above the windshield of an automobile
subtype: #sheath a protective covering for a knife or sword
subtype: #aglet__aiglet metal or plastic sheath over the end of a shoelace or ribbon
subtype: #fingerstall__cot a sheath worn to protect a finger
subtype: #holster a sheath for a handgun; usually leather
subtype: #shoulder_holster a holster worn over your shoulder so a gun can be concealed under your jacket
subtype: #scabbard a sheath for a sword or dagger or bayonet
subtype: #sheathing__overlay protective covering consisting, for example, of a layer of boards applied to the studs and joists of a building to strengthen it and serve as a foundation for a weatherproof exterior
subtype: #shelter.protective_cover protective covering that provides protection from the weather
subtype: #bell_cote__bell_cot a small shelter for bells; has a gable or shed roof
subtype: #birdhouse__dovecote__columbarium a shelter for birds (especially pigeons)
subtype: #canopy a covering (usually of cloth) that serves as a roof to shelter an area from the weather
subtype: #awning__sunshade__sunblind a canopy made of canvas to shelter people or things from rain or sun
subtype: #baldachin ornamented canopy supported by columns or suspended from a roof or projected from a wall (as over an altar)
subtype: #marquee permanent canopy over an entrance of a hotel etc.
subtype: #porte-cochere__portecochere canopy extending out from a building entrance to shelter those getting in and out of vehicles
subtype: #tester a flat canopy (especially one over a four-poster bed)
subtype: #umbrella a lightweight handheld collapsible canopy
subtype: #gamp__brolly (British) colloquial terms for an umbrella
subtype: #cote a small shelter for domestic animals (as sheep or pigeons)
subtype: #lean-to rough shelter whose roof has only one slope
subtype: #roost.shelter a shelter with perches for fowl or other birds
subtype: #henroost a roost for hens at night
subtype: #sentry_box a small shelter with an open front to protect a sentry from the weather
subtype: #shield a protective covering or structure
subtype: #nipple_shield a rubber or plastic shield to protect the nipples of nursing women
subtype: #plate.shield__scale__shell a metal sheathing of uniform thickness (such as the shield attached to an artillery piece to protect the gunners)
subtype: #armor_plate__armorplate__armour_plate__armor_plating__armorplating__plate_armor__platearmor__plate_armour__platearmour specially hardened steel plate used to protect fortifications or vehicles from enemy fire
subtype: #backplate plate armor protecting the back; worn as part of a cuirass
subtype: #beaver.armor_plate a movable piece of armor on a medieval helmet used to protect the lower face
subtype: #brassard armor plate that protects the arm
subtype: #breastplate__aegi__egis armor plate that protects the chest; the front part of a cuirass
subtype: #cannon.armor_plate (medieval) a cylindrical piece of armor plate to protect the arm
subtype: #rerebrace__upper_cannon__uppercannon cannon that provides plate armor for the upper arm
subtype: #vambrace__lower_cannon__lowercannon cannon of plate armor protecting the forearm
subtype: #chanfron__chamfron__testiere__frontstall medieval plate armor to protect a horse's head
subtype: #cubitiere body armor that protects the elbow
subtype: #cuisse armor plate that protects the thigh
subtype: #epauliere armor plate that protects the shoulder
subtype: #fauld a piece of armor plate below the breastplate
subtype: #gorget armor plate that protects the neck
subtype: #greave__greaves__greave__jambeau armor plate that protects legs below the knee
subtype: #helmet.armor_plate armor plate that protects the head
subtype: #armet a medieval helmet with a visor and a neck guard
subtype: #basinet a medieval steel helmet
subtype: #casque (15-16th century) any armor for the head; usually ornate without a visor
subtype: #casquet__casquetel a light open casque without a visor or beaver
subtype: #heaume a large medieval helmet supported on the shoulders
subtype: #morion__cabasset a metal helmet worn by common soldiers in the 16th century
subtype: #pickelhaube a spiked helmet worn by German soldiers
subtype: #sallet__sallade a light medieval helmet with a slit for vision
subtype: #knee_piece armor plate that protects the knee
subtype: #nosepiece armor plate that protects the nose
subtype: #pallette__palette one of the rounded armor plates at the armpits of a suit of armor
subtype: #roundel round piece of armor plate that protects the armpit
subtype: #skirt_of_tasses armor plate that protects the body below the waist
subtype: #solleret__sabaton armor plate that protects the foot; consists of mail with a solid toe and heel
subtype: #tasset__tasse one of two pieces of armor plate hanging from the fauld to protect the upper thighs
subtype: #tuille armor plate that protects the hip and thigh
subtype: #visor__vizor a piece of armor plate (with eye slits) fixed or hinged to a medieval helmet to protect the face
subtype: #U-shaped_plate__horseshoe__shoe nailed to underside of horse's hoof
subtype: #shell_plating__shellplating the plates covering the frame of a steel ship and corresponding to the planking of a wooden ship
subtype: #nuclear_shield__nuclearshield__shielding a shield of lead or concrete intended as a barrier to radiation emitted in nuclear decay
subtype: #electromagnetic_shield__electromagneticshield__shielding shield consisting of an arrangement of metal mesh or plates designed to protect electronic equipment from ambient electromagnetic interference
subtype: #splashboard__dashboard protective covering consisting of a panel to protect people from the splashing water or mud etc.
subtype: #splasher a protective covering over or beside a wheel to protect the upper part of a vehicle from splashes of mud
subtype: #testudo a movable protective covering that provided protection from above; used by Roman troops when approaching the walls of a besieged fortification
subtype: #thumbstall protective covering for an injured thumb
subtype: #toecap leather covering the toe of a boot or shoe and reinforcing or decorating it
subtype: #wing_tip a decorative toecap having a point extending toward the throat of the shoe
subtype: #washboard.protective_cover__splashboard protective covering consisting of a broad plank along a gunwale to keep water from splashing over the side
subtype: #concealment__screen__cover__covert a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something; "they crouched behind the screen"; "under cover of darkness"
subtype: #blind.concealment a hiding place sometimes used by hunters (especially duck hunters); "he waited impatiently in the blind"
subtype: #camouflage device or stratagem for concealment or deceit
subtype: #shoji (Japanese) a translucent screen made of a wooden frame covered with rice paper
subtype: #stalking-horse.concealment__stalkinghorse screen consisting of a figure of a horse behind which a hunter hides while stalking game
subtype: #swathing cloth coverings wrapped around something (as a wound or a baby)
subtype: #thumb the part of a glove that provides a covering for the thumb
subtype: #toe.covering the part of footwear that provides a covering for the toes
subtype: #top.covering covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container); "he removed the top of the carton"; "he couldn't get the top off of the bottle"; "put the cover back on the kettle"
subtype: #cap.top a top (as for a bottle)
subtype: #bottlecap a cap that seals a bottle
subtype: #radiator_cap cap on the opening in the top of a radiator through which a coolant liquid can be added
subtype: #lid a movable top or cover (hinged or separate) for closing the opening of a container
subtype: #trunk_lid__trunklid hinged lid for a trunk
subtype: #manhole_cover__manholecover a flush iron cover for a manhole (as in a street)
subtype: #screwtop the top of a container that must be screwed off and on
subtype: #upholstery.covering covering (padding and springs and webbing and fabric) on a piece of furniture
subtype: #wrapping__wrap__wrapper the covering (usually paper or cellophane) in which something is wrapped
subtype: #envelope.wrapping any wrapper or covering
subtype: #plastic_film__plasticfilm__film a thin sheet of (usually plastic and usually transparent) material used to wrap or cover things
subtype: #Polaroid (trade name) a plastic film that can polarize a beam of light; often used in sunglasses to eliminate glare
subtype: #gift_wrapping ornamental wrapping for gifts
subtype: #jacket.wrapping an outer wrapping or casing; "phonograph records were sold in cardboard jackets"
subtype: #record_jacket the jacket for a phonograph record
subtype: #book_jacket__dust_cover__dust_jacket__dust_wrapper__wrapper a paper jacket for a book; a jacket on which promotional information is printed
subtype: #plastic_wrap__plasticwrap wrapping consisting of a very thin transparent sheet of plastic
subtype: #cellophane a transparent paper-like product that is impervious to moisture and used to wrap candy or cigarettes etc.
subtype: #cling_film__clingfilm__Saran_Wrap a thin plastic film made of saran (trade name Saran Wrap) that sticks to itself; used for wrapping food
subtype: #decker (often used in combination) something constructed with multiple levels; "they rode in a double-decker bus"
subtype: #ornament__decoration__ornamentation something used to beautify
subtype: #adornment a decoration of color or interest that is added to relieve plainness
subtype: #banding__band__stripe a strip or stripe of a contrasting color or material
subtype: #cigar_band__cigarband a narrow paper band around a cigar
subtype: #hatband a band around the crown of a hat just above the brim
subtype: #neckband a band around the collar of a garment
subtype: #beauty_spot a spot that is worn on a lady's face for adornment
subtype: #boutonniere a flower that is worn in a buttonhole
subtype: #circlet decorated metal band worn around the head
subtype: #cordon adornment consisting of an ornamental ribbon or cord
subtype: #epaulet adornment consisting of an ornamental cloth pad worn on the shoulder
subtype: #shoulder_board__shoulder_mark epaulets that indicate rank
subtype: #fob an adornment that hangs from a watch chain
subtype: #frill__flounce__ruffle__furbelow a strip of pleated material used as a decoration or a trim
subtype: #goffer__gauffer an ornamental frill made by pressing pleats
subtype: #jabot a ruffle on the front of a woman's blouse or a man's shirt
subtype: #peplum a flared ruffle attached to the waistline of a dress or jacket or blouse
subtype: #frogs__frog__frog a decorative loop of braid or cord
subtype: #frontlet__frontal an adornment worn on the forehead
subtype: #jewelry__jewellery an adornment (as a bracelet or ring or necklace) made of precious metals and set with gems (or imitation gems)
subtype: #bead a small ball with a hole through the middle
subtype: #bugle.bead a tubular glass or plastic bead sewn onto clothing for decoration
subtype: #bijou a small and delicately worked piece
subtype: #bracelet__bangle jewelry worn around the wrist for decoration
subtype: #ankle_bracelet__anklebracelet__anklet an ornament worn around the ankle
subtype: #clip.jewelry an article of jewelry that can be clipped onto a hat or dress
subtype: #cufflink jewelry consisting of one of a pair of linked buttons used to fasten the cuffs of a shirt
subtype: #earring jewelry to ornament the ear; usually clipped to the earlobe or fastened through a hole in the lobe
subtype: #pendant_earring__pendantearring__drop_earring__eardrop an earring with a pendant ornament
subtype: #precious_stone__jewel__gem a precious or semiprecious stone incorporated into a piece of jewelry
subtype: #solitaire.precious_stone a gem (usually a diamond) in a setting by itself
subtype: #diamond a transparent piece of diamond that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
subtype: #ice.diamond (informal) diamonds; "look at the ice on that dame!"
subtype: #ruby a transparent piece of ruby that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
subtype: #pearl a smooth lustrous round structure inside the shell of a clam or oyster; much valued as a jewel
subtype: #seed_pearl a small imperfect pearl
subtype: #emerald.precious_stone a transparent piece of emerald that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
subtype: #sapphire a transparent piece of sapphire that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
subtype: #necklace jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women)
subtype: #chain.necklace__string__strand a necklace made by a stringing objects together; "a string of beads" or "a strand of pearls"
subtype: #choker.necklace__collar__dog_collar__dogcollar__neckband necklace that fits tightly around a woman's neck
subtype: #pin.jewelry a piece of jewelry that is pinned onto the wearer's garment
subtype: #brooch__broach__breastpin a decorative pin worn by women
subtype: #sunburst a jewelled brooch with a pattern resembling the sun
subtype: #scatter_pin small pin usually worn in groups of two or more
subtype: #stickpin a decorative pin that is worn in a necktie
subtype: #tie_tack__tietack__tiepin__scarfpin a pin used to hold the tie in place
subtype: #ring.jewelry__band jewelry consisting of a circular band of a precious metal worn on the finger; "she had rings on every finger"
subtype: #annulet a small ring
subtype: #engagement_ring a ring given and worn as a sign of betrothal
subtype: #mourning_ring a ring worn as a memorial to a dead person
subtype: #signet_ring__seal_ring a ring bearing a signet
subtype: #wedding_ring__weddingring__wedding_band__weddingband a ring (usually plain gold) given to the bride (and sometimes one is also given to the groom) at the wedding
subtype: #tie_clip__tieclip a piece of jewelry that holds a man's tie in place
subtype: #pectoral_medallion__pectoral an adornment worn on the chest or breast
subtype: #pendant an adornment that hangs from a piece of jewelry (necklace or earring)
subtype: #lavaliere__lavalier__lavalliere jewelled pendant worn on a chain around the neck
subtype: #plume a feather or cluster of feathers worn as an ornament
subtype: #aigrette__aigret a long plume (especially one of egret feathers) worn on a hat or a piece of jewelry in the shape of a plume
subtype: #panache a feathered plume on a helmet
subtype: #pompon__pom-pom__pompom decoration consisting of a ball of tufted wool or silk; usually worn on a hat
subtype: #rosette an ornament or pattern resembling a rose that is worn as a badge of office or as recognition of having won an honor
subtype: #sequin__spangle adornment consisting of a small piece of shiny material used to decorate clothing
subtype: #tassel adornment consisting of a bunch of cords fastened at one end
subtype: #sword_knot__swordknot an ornamental tassel on the hilt of a sword
subtype: #passementerie__trimming__trim a decoration or adornment on a garment; "the trimming on a hat"; "the trim on a shirt"
subtype: #gold_braid__braid__braiding trimming used to decorate clothes or curtains
subtype: #aiguilette__aglet__aiglet ornamental tagged cord or braid on the shoulder of a uniform
subtype: #soutache a narrow braid used as a decorative trimming
subtype: #miniver trimming on ceremonial robes consisting of white or light gray fur
subtype: #rickrack__ricrac a narrow zigzag ribbon used as trimming
subtype: #war_paint.adornment__warpaint adornment consisting of paint applied to the face and body of certain Amerindians before a battle
subtype: #arabesque an ornament that interlaces simulated foliage in an intricate design
subtype: #architectural_ornament__architecturalornament something added to a building to improve its appearance
subtype: #antefix carved ornament at the eaves of a tile roof concealing the joints between tiles
subtype: #crocket an architectural ornament of curved foliage used at the edge of a spire or gable
subtype: #dogtooth a carved pyramidal ornament; used in 13th century England
subtype: #foliage__foliation (architecture) leaf-like architectural ornament
subtype: #frieze an architectural ornament consisting of a horizontal sculptured band between the architrave and the cornice
subtype: #guilloche an architectural decoration formed by two intersecting wavy bands
subtype: #trefoil an architectural ornament in the form of three arcs arranged in a circle
subtype: #beading__beadwork ornamentation with beads
subtype: #bow.ornament a decorative interlacing of ribbons
subtype: #brass.ornament__bras an ornament or utensil made of brass
subtype: #centerpiece__centrepiece placed at the center of something (as on a table)
subtype: #epergne a large table centerpiece with branching holders for fruit or sweets or flowers
subtype: #Christmas_tree an ornamented evergreen used as a Christmas decoration
subtype: #cockade an ornament (such as a knot of ribbon or a rosette) usually worn on the hat
subtype: #design.ornament__pattern__figure a decorative or artistic work; "the coach had a design on the doors"
subtype: #bear_claw.design__bearclaw an incised design resembling a bear's claw used in Native American pottery
subtype: #damascene a design produced by inlaying gold or silver into steel
subtype: #decalcomania__decal a design fixed to some surface or a paper bearing the design to be transferred to the surface
subtype: #device.design any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery)
subtype: #seal__stamp a device incised to make an impression; used to secure a closing or to authenticate documents
subtype: #bulla the round leaden seal affixed to a papal bull
subtype: #cachet a seal on a letter
subtype: #great_seal__greatseal the principal seal of a government, symbolizing authority or sovereignty
subtype: #handstamp__rubber_stamp a stamp (usually made of rubber) for imprinting a mark or design by hand
subtype: #signet a seal (especially one used to mark documents officially)
subtype: #emblem special design or visual object representing a quality, type, group, etc.
subtype: #colophon a publisher's emblem printed in a book (usually on the title page)
subtype: #colours__colour__colors a distinguishing emblem; "his tie proclaimed his school colors"
subtype: #crest.emblem (heraldry) in medieval times, an emblem used to decorate a helmet
subtype: #cross__cros a cross as an emblem of Christianity; used in heraldry
subtype: #Calvary_cross__cross_of_Calvary a Latin cross set on three steps
subtype: #Celtic_cross a Latin cross with a ring surrounding the intersection
subtype: #crucifix__rood__rood-tree representation of the cross on which Jesus died
subtype: #Greek_cross a cross with each of the four arms the same length
subtype: #Jerusalem_cross__jerusalemcros a cross with equal arms, each terminating in a small crossbar
subtype: #Latin_cross a cross with the lowest arm being longer than the others
subtype: #Lorraine_cross__cross_of_Lorraine a cross with two crossbars, one above and one below the midpoint of the vertical, the lower longer than the upper
subtype: #Maltese_cross a cross with triangular or arrow-shaped arms and the points toward the center
subtype: #papal_cross__papalcros a cross with three crossbars
subtype: #patriarchal_cross__patriarchalcros a cross with two crossbars
subtype: #St._Andrew's_cross__saltire a cross with diagonal bars of equal length
subtype: #tau_cross__taucros__st.anthony'scros cross resembling the Greek letter tau
subtype: #device.emblem an emblematic design (especially in heraldry); "he was recognized by the device on his shield"
subtype: #union a device on a national flag emblematic of the union of two or more sovereignties (typically in the upper inner corner)
subtype: #flag emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of cloth of distinctive design
subtype: #banner__streamer long strip of cloth for decoration or advertising
subtype: #battle_flag a flag that leads troops into battle
subtype: #black_flag__blackflag__pirate_flag__Jolly_Roger a black flag bearing a white skull and crossbones; indicates a pirate ship
subtype: #colors__colours__colour a flag that shows its nationality
subtype: #ensign colors flown by a ship to show its nationality
subtype: #fanion a small flag used by surveyors or soldiers to mark a position
subtype: #jack.flag small flag indicating a ship's nationality
subtype: #waft__pennant__streamer a long flag; often tapering
subtype: #pennoncel__penoncel__pennoncelle a small pennant borne on a lance
subtype: #standard.flag any distinctive flag
subtype: #tricolor__tricolour a flag having three colored stripes (especially the French flag)
subtype: #Union_Jack__Union_flag national flag of the United Kingdom; a composite of Saint George's Cross (England) and Saint Andrew's Cross (Scotland) and Saint Patrick's Cross (Ireland)
subtype: #white_flag__whiteflag__flag_of_truce flag consisting of a piece of white cloth that is hoisted to signal surrender or to ask for a truce
subtype: #yellow_jack yellow flag hoist on a ship in quarantine
subtype: #heraldry emblem indicating the right of a person to bear arms
subtype: #heraldic_bearing__charge__bearing__armorial_bearing heraldry consisting of a design or image depicted on a shield
subtype: #annulet.heraldic_bearing__roundel a charge in the shape of a circle; a hollow roundel
subtype: #chevron an inverted V-shaped charge
subtype: #fleur-de-lys__fleur-de-lis (heraldry) charge consisting of a conventionalized representation of an iris
subtype: #ordinary (heraldry) any of several conventional figures used on shields
subtype: #bend_dexter__bend diagonal line traversing a shield from the upper right corner to the lower left
subtype: #fesse__fess (heraldry) an ordinary consisting of a broad horizontal band across a shield
subtype: #coat_of_arms__arms__blazon__blazonry (heraldry) the official symbols of a family, state, etc.
subtype: #quartering.coat_of_arms a coat of arms that occupies one quarter of an escutcheon; combining four coats of arms on one shield usually represented intermarriages
subtype: #skull_and_crossbones emblem warning of danger or death
subtype: #totem emblem consisting of an object such as an animal or plant; serves as the symbol of a family or clan (especially among American Indians)
subtype: #totem_pole__totempole a tribal emblem consisting of a pillar carved and painted with totemic figures; erected by Indian tribes of the northwest Pacific coast
subtype: #linocut a design carved in relief into a block of linoleum
subtype: #motif a design that consists of recurring shapes or colors
subtype: #polka_dot__polkadot design consisting of a pattern of regularly spaced circular spots
subtype: #screen_saver (computer science) a moving design that appears on a computer screen when there has been no input for a specified period of time; "screen savers prevent the damage that occurs when the same areas of light and dark are displayed too long"
subtype: #tattoo.design a design on the skin made by tattooing
subtype: #weave pattern of weaving or structure of a fabric
subtype: #check.weave a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard); "she wore a skirt with checks"
subtype: #houndstooth_check__houndstoothcheck__hound's-tooth_check__hound'stoothcheck__dogstooth_check__dogstoothcheck__dog's-tooth_check__dog'stoothcheck textile with a pattern of small broken or jagged checks
subtype: #open_weave a weave in which warp threads never come together, leaving interstices in the fabric
subtype: #plain_weave__taffeta_weave__taffetaweave a weave in which the filling and warp threads intertwine alternately producing a checkerboard effect
subtype: #satin_weave__satinweave a weave in which the filling and warp threads intersect in such a way as to give a smooth compact surface with no distinguishable twill line
subtype: #twill_weave__twillweave__twill a weave used to produce the effect of parallel diagonal ribs
subtype: #marking.design a pattern of marks
subtype: #blaze a light-colored marking; "they chipped off bark to mark the trail with blazes"; "the horse had a blaze between its eyes"
subtype: #crisscross__cross__cros marking consisting of crossing lines
subtype: #eyespot__ocellu an eyelike marking (as on the wings of some butterflies); usually a spot of color inside a ring of another color
subtype: #shading graded markings that indicate light or shaded areas in a drawing or painting
subtype: #crosshatch__hatch__hachure shading consisting of multiple crossing lines
subtype: #speckle__spot__dapple__patch__fleck__maculation a small contrasting part of something; "a bald spot"; "a leopard's spots"; "a patch of clouds"; "patches of thin ice": "a fleck of red"
subtype: #speck__pinpoint a very small spot; "the plane was just a speck in the sky"
subtype: #nebula (pathology) a faint cloudy spot on the cornea
subtype: #plaque a small abnormal patch on or inside the body
subtype: #amyloid_plaque__amyloidplaque__amyloid_protein_plaque__amyloidproteinplaque a plaque consisting of tangles of amyloid protein in nervous tissue (a pathological mark of Alzheimer's disease)
subtype: #dental_plaque__bacterial_plaque__bacterialplaque a deposit on the teeth that encourages the development of dental caries
subtype: #macule__macula a patch of skin that is discolored but not usually elevated; caused by various diseases
subtype: #freckle__lentigo a small brownish spot (of the pigment melanin) on the skin
subtype: #liver_spot__liverspot a type of skin disease that causes brown spots on the skin
subtype: #plague_spot a spot on the skin characteristic of the plague
subtype: #stripe.marking__streak a marking of a different color or texture from the background
subtype: #striation__band__stria a stripe of contrasting color; "chromosomes exhibit characteristic bands"
subtype: #stretch_mark__stretchmark a narrow band resulting from tension on the skin (as on abdominal skin after pregnancy)
subtype: #embellishment a superfluous ornament
subtype: #boulle__boule__buhl an inlaid furniture decoration; tortoiseshell and yellow and white metal form scrolls in cabinetwork
subtype: #cuspidation a decoration using cusps
subtype: #festoon an embellishment consisting of a decorative representation of a string of flowers suspended between two points; used on pottery or in architectural work
subtype: #filigree__filagree__fillagree delicate and intricate ornamentation (usually in gold or silver or other fine twisted wire)
subtype: #vermiculation a decoration consisting of wormlike carvings
subtype: #flourish.embellishment an ornamental embellishment in writing
subtype: #paraph a flourish added after or under your signature (originally to protect against forgery)
subtype: #finial an ornament at the top of a spire or gable; usually a foliated fleur-de-lis
subtype: #flower_arrangement a decorative arrangement of flowers
subtype: #corsage__bouquet__posy__nosegay an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present
subtype: #flower_chain flowers strung together in a chain
subtype: #daisy_chain__daisychain flower chain consisting of a string of daisies linked by their stems; worn by students on class day at some schools
subtype: #festoonery__festoon flower chains suspended in loops between points
subtype: #spray.flower_arrangement flower arrangement consisting of a single branch or shoot bearing flowers and foliage
subtype: #wreath__garland__chaplet flower arrangement consisting of a circular band of foliage or flowers for ornamental purposes
subtype: #crown.wreath a wreath or garland worn on the head to signify victory
subtype: #crown_of_thorns a mock crown made of thorn branches that Roman soldiers placed on Jesus before the Crucifixion
subtype: #bay_wreath__baywreath__laurels__laurel__laurel_wreath (in ancient Greece) wreath of laurel foliage worn on the head as an emblem of victory
subtype: #gargoyle an ornament consisting of a grotesquely carved figure of a person or animal
subtype: #garnish any decoration added as a trimming or adornment
subtype: #graffito__graffiti a rude decoration inscribed on rocks or walls
subtype: #wall_hanging__hanging decoration that is hung (as a tapestry) on a wall or over a window; "the cold castle walls were covered with hangings"
subtype: #Kakemono a Japanese (paper or silk) wall hanging; usually narrow with a picture or writing on it and a roller at the bottom
subtype: #lambrequin short and decorative hanging for a shelf edge or top of a window casing
subtype: #arras__arra__tapestry a wall hanging of heavy handwoven fabric with pictorial designs
subtype: #hood_ornament an ornament on the front of the hood of a car emblematic of the manufacturer
subtype: #inlay a decoration made by fitting pieces of wood into prepared slots in a surface
subtype: #marquetry__marqueterie inlaid veneers are fitted together to form a design or picture that is then used to ornament furniture
subtype: #parquetry__parqueterie a patterned wood inlay used to cover a floor
subtype: #decor__interior_decoration decoration consisting of the layout and furnishings of a livable interior
subtype: #pommel__knob an ornament in the shape of a ball on the hilt of a sword or dagger
subtype: #lunula a crescent-shaped metal ornament of the Bronze Age
subtype: #molding.ornament__moulding a decorative strip used for ornamentation or finishing
subtype: #bandelet__annulet__bandlet__square_and_rabbet molding in the form of a ring; at top of a column
subtype: #architrave.molding the molding around a door or window
subtype: #baseboard__mopboard__skirting_board a molding covering the joint formed by a wall and the floor
subtype: #astragal__beading__bead__beadwork a beaded molding for edging or decorating furniture
subtype: #quirk_bead__quirkbead__bead_and_quirk beading formed with a narrow groove separating it from the surface it decorates
subtype: #cavetto a concave molding shaped like a quarter circle in cross section
subtype: #conge.molding a concave molding
subtype: #cornice.molding a molding at the corner between the ceiling and the top of a wall
subtype: #cyma__cymatium (classical architecture) a molding for a cornice; in profile it is partly concave and partly convex
subtype: #egg-and-dart__egganddart__egg-and-anchor__eggandanchor__egg-and-tongue__eggandtongue a decorative molding; a series of egg-shaped figures alternating with another shape
subtype: #gorgerin__necking the molding at the top of a column
subtype: #ovolo__thumb__quarter_round__quarterround a convex molding having a cross section in the form of a quarter of a circle or of an ellipse
subtype: #echinus__echinu ovolo molding between the shaft and the abacus of a Doric column
subtype: #quirk_molding__quirkmolding__quirk_moulding__quirkmoulding a molding having a small groove in it
subtype: #rib.molding a projecting molding on the underside of a vault or ceiling; may be ornamental or structural
subtype: #subbase the lowest molding of an architectural base or of a baseboard
subtype: #surbase the molding or border above the base of a structure (a pedestal or podium or wall)
subtype: #tore__torus__toru commonly the lowest molding at the base of a column
subtype: #nailhead.ornament something resembling the head of a nail that is used an an ornamental device
subtype: #necklet decoration worn about the neck (fur piece or tight necklace) as an ornament
subtype: #rosemaling a Scandinavian style of carved or painted decoration (as on furniture or walls or dinnerware) consisting of floral motifs
subtype: #set_decoration__setdecoration a decoration used as part of the set of a theatrical or movie production
subtype: #sgraffito a ceramic or mural decoration made by scratching off a surface layer to reveal the ground
subtype: #volute__spiral ornament consisting of a curve on a plane that winds around a center with an increasing distance from the center
subtype: #sprig an ornament that resembles a spray of leaves or flowers
subtype: #stud__boss__rivet ornament consisting of a circular rounded protuberance (as on a vault or shield or belt)
subtype: #nailhead flattened boss on the end of nail opposite to the point
subtype: #tail_fin__fin one of a pair of decorations projecting above the rear fenders of an automobile
subtype: #tinsel.ornament a showy decoration that is basically valueless; "all the tinsel of self-promotion"
subtype: #tracery decoration consisting of an open pattern of interlacing ribs
subtype: #fan_tracery__fantracery the carved tracery on fan vaulting
subtype: #garnish.ornament something (such as parsley) added to a dish for flavor or decoration
subtype: #topping a flavorful addition on top of a dish
subtype: #frosting__icing__ice a flavored sugar topping used to coat and decorate cakes
subtype: #glaze.topping any of various thin shiny (savory or sweet) coatings applied to foods
subtype: #meringue sweet topping especially for pies made of beaten egg whites and sugar
subtype: #whipped_cream__whippedcream cream that has been beaten until light and fluffy
subtype: #electroplate any artifact that has been plated with a thin coat of metal by electrolysis
subtype: #enclosure artifact consisting of a space that has been enclosed for some purpose
subtype: #coop__cage an enclosure made or wire or metal bars in which birds or animals are kept
subtype: #birdcage a cage in which a bird is kept
subtype: #hutch a cage (usually made of wood and wire mesh) for small animals
subtype: #rabbit_hutch a hutch for rabbits
subtype: #squirrel_cage cage with a cylindrical framework that rotates as a small animal runs inside it
subtype: #cargo_area__cargoarea__cargo_deck__cargodeck__cargo_hold__cargohold__hold__storage_area__storagearea the space in a ship or aircraft for storing cargo
subtype: #catchall an enclosure or receptacle for odds and ends
subtype: #chamber a natural or artificial enclosed space
subtype: #airlock__air_lock__airlock a chamber that provides access to space where air is under pressure
subtype: #burial_chamber__sepulcher__sepulchre a chamber that is used as a grave
subtype: #crypt a cellar or vault or underground burial chamber (especially beneath a church)
subtype: #mausoleum a large burial chamber, usually above ground
subtype: #Taj_Mahal beautiful mausoleum at Agra built by the Mogul emperor Shah Jahan (completed in 1649) in memory of his favorite wife
subtype: #repository.burial_chamber__monument a burial vault (usually for some famous person)
subtype: #burial_vault__vault a burial chamber (usually underground)
subtype: #charnel_house__charnelhouse__charnel a vault or building where corpses or bones are deposited
subtype: #pneumatic_caisson__pneumaticcaisson__caisson large watertight chamber used for construction under water
subtype: #camera_obscura a darkened enclosure in which images of outside objects are projected through a small aperture or lens onto a facing surface
subtype: #core.chamber the chamber of a nuclear reactor containing the fissile material where the reaction takes place
subtype: #piston_chamber__cylinder a chamber within which piston moves
subtype: #hydraulic_brake_cylinder__hydraulicbrakecylinder__brake_cylinder__brakecylinder__master_cylinder a cylinder that contains brake fluid that is compressed by a piston
subtype: #firing_chamber__gun_chamber chamber that is the part of a gun that receives the charge
subtype: #furnace an enclosed chamber in which heat is produced to heat buildings, destroy refuse, smelt or refine ores, etc.
subtype: #blast_furnace__blastfurnace a furnace for smelting of iron from iron oxide ores; combustion is intensified by a blast of air
subtype: #cremation_chamber__cremationchamber__crematory__crematorium a furnace where a corpse can be burned and reduced to ashes
subtype: #gas_oven.cremation_chamber__gasoven a cremation chamber fueled by gas
subtype: #cupola.furnace a vertical cylindrical furnace for melting iron for casting
subtype: #electric_furnace any furnace in which the heat is provided by an electric current
subtype: #Stassano_furnace__electric-arc_furnace an electric furnace in which an electric arc provides the source of heat for making steel
subtype: #firebox a furnace (as on a steam locomotive) in which fuel is burned
subtype: #forge furnace consisting of a special hearth where metal is heated before shaping
subtype: #gas_furnace__gasfurnace a furnace that burns gas
subtype: #incinerator a furnace for incinerating (especially to dispose of refuse)
subtype: #oil_burner__oilburner__oil_furnace__oilfurnace a furnace that burns oil
subtype: #tank_furnace furnace into one end of which a batch of measured raw materials is shoveled and from the other end molten glass is obtained
subtype: #hyperbaric_chamber a large chamber in which the oxygen pressure is above normal for the atmosphere; used in treating breathing disorders or carbon monoxide poisoning
subtype: #cavity_resonator__resonator__resonating_chamber a hollow chamber whose dimensions allow the resonant oscillation of electromagnetic or acoustic waves
subtype: #soundbox a resonating chamber in a musical instrument (as the body of a violin)
subtype: #soundboard__sounding_board (music) resonator consisting of a thin board whose vibrations reinforce the sound of the instrument
subtype: #steam_chest the chamber from which steam is distributed to a cylinder
subtype: #stokehold__stokehole__fireroom (nautical) chamber or compartment in which the furnaces of a ship are stoked or fired
subtype: #stuffing_box__packing_box__packingbox a small chamber in which packing is compressed around a reciprocating shaft or piston to form a seal
subtype: #tokamak a doughnut-shaped chamber used in fusion research; a plasma is heated and confined in a magnetic bottle
subtype: #vacuum_chamber a chamber from which nearly all matter (especially air) has been removed
subtype: #cockpit.enclosure an enclosure for cockfights
subtype: #compound.enclosure an enclosure of residences and other building (especially in the Orient)
subtype: #dock an enclosure in a court of law where the defendant sits during the trial
subtype: #lock_chamber__lock enclosure consisting of a section of canal that can be closed to control the water level; used to raise or lower vessels that pass through it
subtype: #nacelle a streamlined enclosure for an aircraft engine
subtype: #pen.enclosure an enclosure for confining livestock
subtype: #cow_pen__cattle_pen__corral a pen for cattle
subtype: #creep a pen that is fenced so that young animals can enter but adults cannot
subtype: #sheepfold__fold__sheep_pen__sheeppen__sheepcote a pen for sheep
subtype: #kraal a pen for livestock in southern Africa
subtype: #paddock pen where racehorses are saddled and paraded before a race
subtype: #pinfold a pen where stray animals are confined
subtype: #rodeo.pen an enclosure for cattle that have been rounded up
subtype: #pigsty__sty__pigpen a pen for swine
subtype: #playpen__pen a portable enclosure in which babies may be left to play
subtype: #plenum an enclosed space in which the air pressure is higher than outside
subtype: #dog_pound__dogpound__pound a public enclosure for stray or unlicensed dogs; "unlicensed dogs will be taken to the pound"
subtype: #recess__niche an enclosure that is set back or indented
subtype: #alcove__bay a small recess opening off a larger room
subtype: #carrel__carrell__stall small individual study area in a library
subtype: #apse__apsis__apsi a domed or vaulted recess or projection on a building especially the east end of a church; usually contains the the altar
subtype: #tribune the apse of a Christian church that contains the bishop's throne
subtype: #fireplace__open_fireplace__hearth an open recess in a wall at the base of a chimney where a fire can be built
subtype: #fire.fireplace a fireplace in which a fire is burning; "they sat by the fire and talked"
subtype: #cookfire a fire for cooking
subtype: #yard.enclosure an enclosure for animals (as chicken or livestock)
subtype: #barnyard a yard adjoining a barn
subtype: #chicken_yard__chickenyard__chicken_run__fowl_run an enclosed yard for keeping poultry
subtype: #farmyard an area adjacent to farm buildings
subtype: #stockyard enclosed yard where cattle, pigs, horses, or sheep are kept temporarily
subtype: #hole_in_the_ground__excavation a hole in the ground made by excavating
subtype: #bore-hole__bore__drill_hole__drillhole (mining terms) a hole or passage made by a drill; usually made for exploratory purposes
subtype: #shot_hole drill hole for a charge of an explosive
subtype: #delf (British colloquialism) an excavation; usually a quarry or mine
subtype: #ditch a long narrow excavation in the earth
subtype: #drainage_ditch a ditch for carrying off excess water or sewage
subtype: #irrigation_ditch a ditch to supply dry land with water artificially
subtype: #sunk_fence__ha-ha__haw-haw__hawhaw a ditch with one side being a retaining wall; used to divide lands without defacing the landscape
subtype: #trench a ditch dug as a fortification having a parapet of the excavated earth
subtype: #approach_trench__communication_trench__communicationtrench a trench that provides protected passage between the rear and front lines of a defensive position
subtype: #fire_trench a trench especially constructed for the delivery of small-arms fire
subtype: #moat__fosse ditch dug as a fortification and usually filled with water
subtype: #slit_trench narrow trench for shelter in battle
subtype: #trench.ditch any long ditch cut in the ground
subtype: #furrow a long shallow trench in the ground (especially one made by a plow)
subtype: #gash__cut a trench resembling a furrow that was made by erosion or excavation
subtype: #mine excavation in the earth from which ores and minerals are extracted
subtype: #coal_mine__coalpit a mine where coal is dug from the ground
subtype: #copper_mine a mine where copper is dug from the ground
subtype: #goldmine__gold_mine a mine where gold ore is found
subtype: #salt_mine a mine where salt is dug
subtype: #silver_mine a mine where silver ore is dug
subtype: #strip_mine__stripmine an open mine (usually for coal) where the seams run close to the surface
subtype: #sulphur_mine__sulphurmine__sulfur_mine a mine where sulphur is dug from the ground
subtype: #mineshaft excavation consisting of a vertical or sloping passageway for finding or mining ore or for ventilating a mine
subtype: #stone_pit__stonepit__pit a surface excavation for extracting stone or slate: "a British term for `quarry' is `stone pit'"
subtype: #chalkpit__chalk_pit__chalkpit a quarry for chalk
subtype: #gravel_pit a quarry for gravel
subtype: #trou-de-loup a sloping pit with a stake in the middle used as an obstacle to the enemy
subtype: #pool an excavation that is (usually) filled with water
subtype: #cistern an artificial reservoir for storing liquids; especially an underground tank for storing rainwater
subtype: #cesspool__cesspit__sump a covered cistern; waste water and sewage flow into it
subtype: #rain_barrel a barrel used as a cistern to hold rainwater
subtype: #swimming_pool__swimming_bath__natatorium pool that provides a facility for swimming: "`swimming bath' is a British term"
subtype: pm#heated_swimming_pool
subtype: pm#outdoor_swimming_pool
subtype: #wading_pool a shallow pool for children
subtype: #water_jump__waterjump a pool or stream in a steeplechase or similar contest
subtype: pm#spa
subtype: pm#in_room_spa
subtype: #root_cellar__cellar an excavation where root vegetables are stored
subtype: #well a deep hole or shaft dug or drilled to obtain water or oil or gas or brine
subtype: #artesian_well a well drilled through impermeable strata into strata that receive water from a higher altitude so there is pressure to force the water to flow upward
subtype: #driven_well__tube_well a well made by driving a tube into the earth to a stratum that bears water
subtype: #gas_well__gaswell a well that yields or has yielded natural gas
subtype: #oil_well__oilwell a well that yields or has yielded oil
subtype: #gusher an oil well with a strong natural flow so that pumping is not necessary
subtype: #spouter.oil_well an oil well that is spouting
subtype: #wildcat_well__wildcatwell__wildcat an exploratory oil well drilled in land not known to be an oil field
subtype: #sump a well or other hole in which water has collected
subtype: #working__workings a mine or quarry that is being or has been worked
subtype: #cloth__fabric__material__textile artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers
subtype: #aba a fabric woven from goat and camel hair
subtype: #acrylic a synthetic fabric
subtype: #Courtelle a wool-like acrylic fabric
subtype: #Orlon (trademark) an acrylic fiber or the lightweight crease-resistant fabric made with Orlon yarns
subtype: #Aertex a trademark for a loosely woven cotton fabric that is used to make shirts and underwear
subtype: #alpaca a thin glossy fabric made of the wool of the alpaca, or a rayon or cotton imitation
subtype: #baize a bright green fabric napped to resemble felt; used to cover gaming tables
subtype: #basket_weave a cloth woven of two or more threads interlaced to suggest the weave of a basket
subtype: #batik a dyed fabric; a removable wax is used where the dye is not wanted
subtype: #batiste a thin plain-weave cotton or linen fabric; used for shirts or dresses
subtype: #belting the material of which belts are made
subtype: #boucle a fabric of uneven yarn that has an uneven knobby effect
subtype: #broadcloth a closely woven silk or synthetic fabric with a narrow crosswise rib
subtype: #broadcloth.cloth a densely textured woolen fabric with a lustrous finish
subtype: #brocade thick heavy expensive material with a raised pattern
subtype: #buckram a coarse cotton fabric stiffened with glue; used in bookbinding and to stiffen clothing
subtype: #bunting.cloth a loosely woven fabric used for flags, etc.
subtype: #calico coarse cloth with a bright print
subtype: #cambric a finely woven white linen
subtype: #camel's_hair__camel'shair a soft tan cloth made with the hair of a camel
subtype: #camlet a fabric of Asian origin; originally made of silk and camel's hair
subtype: #camo__camouflage fabric dyed with splotches of green and brown and black and tan; intended to make the wearer of a garment made of this fabric hard to distinguish from the background
subtype: #canopy.cloth the umbrella-like part of a parachute that fills with air
subtype: #canvas__canvass heavy closely woven fabric (used for clothing or chairs or sails or tents)
subtype: #tarpaulin__tarp waterproofed canvas
subtype: #cashmere a soft fabric made from the wool of the Cashmere goat
subtype: #cerecloth a waterproof waxed cloth once used as a shroud
subtype: #challis__challi a soft lightweight fabric (usually printed)
subtype: #chambray a lightweight fabric woven with white threads across a colored warp
subtype: #chenille a heavy fabric woven with chenille cord; used in rugs and bedspreads
subtype: #chiffon a sheer fabric of silk or rayon
subtype: #chino_cloth__chinocloth__chino a coarse twilled cotton fabric used for uniforms
subtype: #chintz a brightly printed and glazed cotton fabric
subtype: #coating a heavy fabric suitable for coats
subtype: #chinchilla a thick twilled fabric of wool and cotton
subtype: #cord.cloth__corduroy a cut pile fabric with vertical ribs; usually made of cotton
subtype: #Bedford_cord a heavy corded fabric similar to corduroy; used for clothing
subtype: #narrow_wale corduroy with narrow ribs
subtype: #wide_wale corduroy with wide ribs
subtype: #cotton_cloth__cotton fabric woven from cotton fibers
subtype: #gauze_bandage__gauzebandage__gauze (medical) bleached cotton cloth of plain weave used for bandages and dressings
subtype: #petrolatum_gauze gauze saturated with petrolatum
subtype: #cotton_flannel__Canton_flannel a stout cotton fabric with nap on only one side
subtype: #crepe.cloth a soft thin light fabric with a crinkled surface
subtype: #Canton_crepe a soft thick crinkled dress crepe; heavier than crepe de Chine
subtype: #crepe_de_Chine a very thin crepe of silk or silklike fabric
subtype: #crepe_marocain__crepemarocain__marocain a dress crepe; similar to Canton crepe
subtype: #cretonne an unglazed heavy fabric; brightly printed; used for slipcovers and draperies
subtype: #crinoline a stiff coarse fabric used to stiffen hats or clothing
subtype: #damask a fabric of linen or cotton or silk or wool with a reversible pattern woven into it
subtype: #denim__jean a coarse durable twill-weave cotton fabric
subtype: #diamonte fabric covered with glittering ornaments such as sequins or rhinestones
subtype: #diaper a fabric (usually cotton or linen) with a distinctive woven pattern of small repeated figures
subtype: #dimity a strong cotton fabric with a raised pattern; used for bedcovers and curtains
subtype: #doeskin_cloth__doeskincloth__doeskin a fine smooth soft woolen fabric
subtype: #drapery cloth gracefully draped and arranged in loose folds
subtype: #duck.cloth a heavy cotton fabric of plain weave; used for clothing and tents
subtype: #duffel__duffle a coarse heavy woolen fabric
subtype: #elastic an elastic fabric made of yarns containing an elastic material
subtype: #etamine__etamin a soft cotton or worsted fabric with an open mesh; used for curtains or clothing etc.
subtype: #faille a ribbed woven fabric of silk or rayon or cotton
subtype: #felt a fabric made of compressed matted animal fibers
subtype: #vulcanized_fiber__fiber__fibre a leatherlike material made by compressing layers of paper or cloth
subtype: #flannel a soft light woolen fabric; used for clothing
subtype: #flannelette a cotton fabric imitating flannel
subtype: #winceyette (British) cotton flannelette with a nap on both sides
subtype: #fleece a soft bulky fabric with deep pile; used chiefly for clothing
subtype: #foulard a light plain-weave or twill-weave silk or silklike fabric (usually with a printed design)
subtype: #frieze.cloth a heavy woolen fabric with a long nap
subtype: #fustian a strong cotton and linen fabric with a slight nap
subtype: #gabardine a firm durable fabric with a twill weave
subtype: #georgette a thin silk dress material
subtype: #gingham a clothing fabric in a plaid weave
subtype: #grogram a coarse fabric of silk mixed with wool or mohair and often stiffened with gum
subtype: #grosgrain a silk or silklike fabric with crosswise ribs
subtype: #haircloth__hair cloth woven from horsehair or camelhair; used for upholstery or stiffening in garments
subtype: #herringbone a twilled fabric with a herringbone pattern
subtype: #homespun_fabric__homespun a rough loosely woven fabric originally made with homespun yarn
subtype: #russet a reddish brown homespun fabric
subtype: #hopsacking__hopsack a loosely woven coarse fabric of cotton or linen; used in clothing
subtype: #horsehair fabric made from horsehair fibers; used for upholstery
subtype: #khaki a sturdy twilled cloth of a yellowish brown color used especially for military uniforms
subtype: #knitted_fabric__knittedfabric__knit a fabric made by knitting
subtype: #balbriggan a cotton knit fabric used for underwear
subtype: #double_knit a knit fabric similar to jersey that is made with two sets of needles producing a double thickness joined by interlocking stitches
subtype: #jersey a slightly elastic machine-knit fabric
subtype: #stockinet__stockinette knit used especially for infants' wear and undergarments
subtype: #tricot a knitted fabric or one resembling knitting
subtype: #lace a delicate decorative fabric woven in an open web of symmetrical patterns
subtype: #Brussels_lace fine lace with a raised or applique design
subtype: #macrame a coarse lace; made by weaving and knotting cords
subtype: #pillow_lace__bobbin_lace lace made by winding thread around bobbins on a padded cushion
subtype: #point_lace__pointlace__needlepoint lace worked with a needle in a buttonhole stitch on a paper pattern
subtype: #lame a fabric interwoven with threads of metal; "she wore a gold lame dress"
subtype: #Leatherette__leatherette__imitation_leather__imitationleather fabric made to look like leather
subtype: #linen.cloth a fabric woven with fibers from the flax plant
subtype: #linsey-woolsey a rough fabric of linen warp and wool or cotton woof
subtype: #lint.cloth cotton or linen fabric with the nap raised on one side; used to dress wounds
subtype: #lisle.cloth a fabric woven with lisle thread
subtype: #mackinaw a heavy woolen cloth heavily napped and felted, often with a plaid design
subtype: #mackintosh__macintosh a lightweight waterproof (usually rubberized) fabric
subtype: #madras a light patterned cotton cloth
subtype: #marseille strong cotton fabric with a raised pattern; used for bedspreads
subtype: #mohair fabric made with yarn made from the silky hair of the Angora goat
subtype: #moire__watered-silk__wateredsilk silk fabric with a wavy surface pattern
subtype: #moleskin a durable cotton fabric with a velvety nap
subtype: #monk's_cloth a heavy cloth in basket weave
subtype: #moquette a thick velvety synthetic fabric used for carpets and soft upholstery
subtype: #moreen a heavy fabric of wool (or wool and cotton) used especially in upholstery
subtype: #motley a multicolored woolen fabric woven of mixed threads in 14th to 17th century England
subtype: #mousseline_de_sole a gauze-like fabric of silk or rayon
subtype: #muslin plain-woven cotton fabric
subtype: #nainsook a soft lightweight muslin used especially for babies
subtype: #organdy__organdie a sheer stiff muslin
subtype: #nankeen a durable fabric formerly loomed by hand in China from natural cotton having a yellowish color
subtype: #net an open fabric woven together at regular intervals
subtype: #gauze__netting__veiling a net of transparent fabric with a loose open weave
subtype: #cheesecloth a coarse loosely woven cotton gauze; originally used to wrap cheeses
subtype: #gossamer a gauze fabric with an extremely fine texture
subtype: #hairnet a small net that some women wear over their hair to keep it in place
subtype: #reseau.net a net or mesh foundation for lace
subtype: #safety_net a large strong net to catch circus acrobats who fall or jump from a trapeze
subtype: #save-all a net hung between ship and pier while loading a ship
subtype: #snood an ornamental net in the shape of a bag that confines a woman's hair; pins or ties at the back of the head
subtype: #sparker__spark_arrester__sparkarrester a wire net to stop sparks from an open fireplace or smokestack
subtype: #tulle a fine (often starched) net used for veils or tutus or gowns
subtype: #wirework__grillwork mesh netting made of wires
subtype: #ninon a fine strong sheer silky fabric made of silk or rayon or nylon
subtype: #nylon a synthetic fabric
subtype: #Qiana__qiana silklike nylon fabric
subtype: #oilcloth cloth treated on one side with a drying oil or synthetic resin
subtype: #olive_drab__olivedrab a cloth of an olive-brown color used for military uniforms
subtype: #organza a fabric made of silk or a silklike fabric that resembles organdy
subtype: #paisley a soft wool fabric with a colorful swirled pattern of curved shapes
subtype: #trousering__panting any fabric used to make trousers
subtype: #pepper-and-salt a fabric woven with flecks of light and dark
subtype: #percale a fine closely woven cotton fabric
subtype: #permanent_press__permanentpres__permanent-press_fabric__permanentpressfabric__durable_press__durablepres__durable-press_fabric__durablepressfabric a fabric that has been chemically processed to resist wrinkles and hold its shape
subtype: #piece_of_cloth__piece_of_material a piece of fabric
subtype: #bib.piece_of_cloth top part of an apron; covering the chest
subtype: #chamois_cloth__chamoiscloth a piece of chamois used for washing windows or cars
subtype: #dishrag__dishcloth a cloth for washing dishes
subtype: #drop_cloth a large piece of cloth laid over the floor or furniture while a room is being painted
subtype: #dustcloth__dustrag__duster a piece of cloth used for dusting
subtype: #dust_sheet__dust_cover a large piece of cloth used to cover furniture that is not in use for a long period
subtype: #remnant__remainder__scrap a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold
subtype: #fag_end__fagend the frayed end of a length of cloth or rope
subtype: #gore a triangular piece of cloth
subtype: #groundsheet__groundcloth a waterproofed piece of cloth spread on the ground (as under a tent) to protect from moisture
subtype: #guimpe.piece_of_cloth a piece of starched cloth covering the shoulders of a nun's habit
subtype: #gusset__inset a piece of material inset to strengthen or enlarge a garment
subtype: #handkerchief__hankie__hanky__hankey a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory
subtype: #bandanna__bandana large and brightly colored handkerchief; often used as a neckerchief
subtype: #pocket-handkerchief a handkerchief that is carried in a pocket
subtype: #liner__lining a piece of cloth that is used as the inside surface of a garment
subtype: #lungi__lungyi__longyi a long piece of brightly colored cloth (cotton or silk) used as clothing (a skirt or loincloth or sash etc.) in India and Pakistan and Burma
subtype: #patch a piece of cloth used as decoration or to mend or cover a hole
subtype: #pasties__pastie a pair of adhesive patches worn to cover the nipples of exotic dancers and striptease performers
subtype: #shoulder_patch patch worn on the shoulder of a military uniform to indicate rank
subtype: #placket a piece of cloth sewn under an opening
subtype: #shred__rag__tag_end__tagend__tatter a small piece of cloth
subtype: #pine-tar_rag baseball equipment consisting of a rag soaked with pine tar; used on the handle of a baseball bat to give a batter a firm grip
subtype: #sail__canvas__canvass__sheet a large piece of fabric (as canvas) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel
subtype: #balloon_sail__balloonsail any light loose sail
subtype: #crossjack__mizzencourse the lowermost sail on a mizzenmast
subtype: #fore-and-aft_sail any sail not set on a yard and whose normal position is in a fore-and-aft direction
subtype: #gaffsail__gaff-headed_sail a quadrilateral fore-and-aft sail suspended from a gaff
subtype: #gaff_topsail__fore-and-aft_topsail a triangular fore-and-aft sail with its foot along the gaff and its luff on the topmast
subtype: #jib any triangular fore-and-aft sail (set forward of the foremast)
subtype: #flying_jib the outermost of two or more jibs
subtype: #lateen_sail__lateen a triangular fore-and-aft sail used especially in the Mediterranean
subtype: #lugsail__lug a sail with four corners that is hoisted from a yard that is oblique to the mast
subtype: #mizzen__mizen fore-and-aft sail set on the mizzenmast
subtype: #spanker a fore-and-aft sail set on the aftermost lower mast (usually the mizzenmast) of a vessel
subtype: #spritsail a fore-and-aft sail extended by a sprit
subtype: #staysail a fore-and-aft sail set on a stay (as between two masts)
subtype: #foresail the lowest sail on the foremast of a square-rigged vessel
subtype: #headsail any sail set forward of the foremast of a vessel
subtype: #spinnaker large and usually triangular headsail; carried by a yacht as a headsail when running before the wind
subtype: #mainsail the lowermost sail on the mainmast
subtype: #main_course a square mainsail
subtype: #main-topsail a topsail set on the mainmast
subtype: #press_of_sail__press_of_canvas the greatest amount of sail that a ship can carry safely
subtype: #royal a sail set next above the topgallant on a royal mast
subtype: #save-all.sail__saveall a sail set to catch wind spilled from a larger sail
subtype: #skysail the sail above the royal on a square-rigger
subtype: #square_sail a four-sided sail set beneath a horizontal yard suspended at the middle from a mast
subtype: #topgallant_sail__topgallantsail__topgallant a sail set on a yard of a topgallant mast
subtype: #topsail a sail (or either of a pair of sails) immediately above the lowermost sail of a mast and supported by a topmast
subtype: #fore-topsail the topsail on a foremast
subtype: #swatch a sample piece of cloth
subtype: #towel a rectangular piece of absorbent cloth (or paper) for drying or wiping
subtype: #bath_towel a large towel; to dry yourself after a bath
subtype: #beach_towel__beachtowel very large towel to dry yourself after swimming
subtype: #dish_towel__tea_towel__teatowel a towel for drying dishes
subtype: #hand_towel__face_towel a small towel used to dry the hands or face
subtype: #paper_towel__papertowel a disposable towel made of absorbent paper
subtype: #roller_towel a towel with the ends sewn together, hung on a roller
subtype: #train piece of cloth forming the long back section of a gown that is drawn along the floor; "the bride's train was carried by her two young nephews"
subtype: #pilot_cloth__pilotcloth a thick blue cloth used to make overcoats and coats for sailors etc
subtype: #pique tightly woven fabric with raised cords
subtype: #plush a fabric with a nap that is longer and softer than velvet
subtype: #polyester any of a large class of synthetic fabrics
subtype: #Dacron__dacron__Terylene a kind of polyester fabric
subtype: #pongee a soft thin cloth woven from raw silk (or an imitation)
subtype: #poplin a ribbed fabric used in clothing and upholstery
subtype: #print a fabric with a dyed pattern pressed onto it (usually by engraved rollers)
subtype: #quilting a material used for making a quilt, or a quilted fabric
subtype: #rayon a synthetic silklike fabric
subtype: #acetate_rayon__acetaterayon__acetate a fabric made from cellulose acetate fibers
subtype: #viscose_rayon__viscose a rayon fabric made from viscose (cellulose xanthate) fibers
subtype: #repp__rep a fabric with prominent rounded crosswise ribs
subtype: #sackcloth a coarse cloth resembling sacking
subtype: #bagging__sacking coarse fabric used for bags or sacks
subtype: #burlap__gunny coarse jute fabric
subtype: #sailcloth a strong fabric (such as cotton canvas) used for making sails and tents
subtype: #samite a heavy silk fabric (often woven with silver or gold threads); used to make clothing in the Middle Ages
subtype: #sateen a cotton fabric with a satiny finish
subtype: #satin a smooth fabric of silk or rayon; has a glossy face and a dull back
subtype: #screening.cloth fabric of metal or plastic mesh
subtype: #scrim a firm open-weave fabric used for a curtain in the theater
subtype: #seersucker a light puckered fabric (usually striped)
subtype: #serge a twilled woolen fabric
subtype: #shag.cloth a fabric with long coarse nap; "he bought a shag rug"
subtype: #shantung a heavy silk fabric with a rough surface (or a cotton imitation)
subtype: #sharkskin a smooth crisp fabric
subtype: #sheeting fabric from which bed sheets are made
subtype: #shirting any of various fabrics used to make men's shirts
subtype: #shirttail fabric forming the tail of a shirt
subtype: #silesia a sturdy twill-weave cotton fabric; used for pockets and linings
subtype: #silk a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae
subtype: #spandex an elastic synthetic fabric
subtype: #sponge_cloth any soft porous fabric (especially in a loose honeycomb weave)
subtype: #stammel a coarse woolen cloth formerly used for undergarments and usually dyed bright red
subtype: #suede_cloth__suedecloth__suede a fabric made to resemble suede leather
subtype: #Ultrasuede__ultrasuede (trade mark) a synthetic suede cloth
subtype: #suiting a fabric used for suits
subtype: #swan's_down.cloth__swan'sdown soft woolen fabric used especially for baby clothes
subtype: #taffeta a crisp smooth lustrous fabric
subtype: #tammy plain-woven (often glazed) fabric of wool or wool and cotton used especially formerly for linings and garments and curtains
subtype: #tapa__tappa a paperlike cloth made in the South Pacific by pounding tapa bark
subtype: #tapis__tapi__tapestry a heavy textile with a woven design; used for curtains and upholstery
subtype: #tartan__plaid a cloth having a crisscross design
subtype: #terry a pile fabric (usually cotton) with uncut loops on both sides; used to make bath towels and bath robes
subtype: #ticking a strong fabric used for mattress and pillow covers
subtype: #toweling__towelling any of various fabrics (linen or cotton) used to make towels
subtype: #huck__huckaback toweling consisting of coarse absorbent cotton or linen fabric
subtype: #terry a pile fabric (usually cotton) with uncut loops on both sides; used to make bath towels and bath robes
subtype: #tweed thick woolen fabric used for clothing; originated in Scotland
subtype: #Harris_Tweed (trademark) a loosely woven tweed made in the Outer Hebrides
subtype: #twill a cloth with parallel diagonal lines or ribs
subtype: #upholstery_material the fabric used in upholstering
subtype: #Velcro (trademark) nylon fabric used as a fastening
subtype: #velours__velour__velour heavy fabric that resembles velvet
subtype: #velvet a silky densely piled fabric with a plain back
subtype: #velveteen a usually cotton fabric with a short pile imitating velvet
subtype: #vicuna a soft wool fabric made from the fleece of the vicuna
subtype: #Viyella (trademark) a fabric made from a twilled mixture of cotton and wool
subtype: #voile a light semitransparent fabric
subtype: #wash-and-wear_fabric__wash-and-wear a fabric treated to be easily washable and to require no ironing
subtype: #waterproof any fabric impervious to water
subtype: #web.cloth a fabric (especially a fabric in the process of being woven)
subtype: #webbing a strong fabric woven in strips
subtype: #whipcord a strong worsted or cotton fabric with a diagonal rib
subtype: #wincey (British) a plain or twilled fabric of wool and cotton used especially for warm shirts or skirts and pajamas
subtype: #wire_cloth fabric woven of metallic wire
subtype: #woolen__wool__woollen a fabric made from the hair of sheep
subtype: #worsted a woolen fabric with a hard textured surface and no nap; woven of worsted yarns
subtype: #yoke fabric comprising a fitted part at the top of a garment
subtype: #tucker a detachable yoke of linen or lace worn over the breast of a low-cut dress
subtype: #pina_cloth a fine cloth made from pineapple fibers
subtype: #installation__facility a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry; "the assembly plant is an enormous facility"
subtype: #airfield__landing_field__landingfield__flying_field__field a place where planes take off and land
subtype: #airport__aerodrome an airfield equipped with control tower and hangers as well as accommodations for passengers and cargo
subtype: #heliport an airport for helicopters
instance: #Kennedy_International_Airport__Kennedy__Kennedy_Interrnational pm#Dallas/Fort_Worth (pm) pm#Denpasar (pm) pm#London_Gatwick (pm) pm#Mumbai/Bombay (pm) pm#Nadi (pm)
subtype: #airstrip__flight_strip__landing_strip__landingstrip__strip an airfield without normal airport facilities
subtype: #flare_path__flarepath an airstrip outline with lights to guide an airplane pilot in landing
subtype: #auxiliary_airfield__auxiliaryairfield an airfield that functions in a subsidiary capacity
subtype: #arboretum__botanical_garden__botanicalgarden a facility where trees and shrubs are cultivated for exhibition
subtype: #athletic_facility a facility for athletic events
subtype: #ballpark__park a facility in which ball games are played (especially baseball games); "take me out to the ballpark"
subtype: #field_house an athletic facility where athletes prepare for sport
subtype: #football_stadium a stadium where football games are held
subtype: #gymnasium__gym athletic facility equipped for sports or physical training
subtype: #swimming_pool__swimming_bath__natatorium pool that provides a facility for swimming: "`swimming bath' is a British term"
subtype: #backroom the meeting place of a group of leaders who make their decisions via private negotiations
subtype: #cafeteria_facility__cafeteriafacility (usually plural) facilities for providing food for employees or visitors
subtype: #communication_equipment__communicationequipment__communication_system__communicationsystem facility consisting of the physical plants and equipment for disseminating information
subtype: #fiber-optic_transmission_system__fibre-optic_transmission_system__FOTS a communication system using fiber optic cables
subtype: #communications_network__network communication system consisting of a group of broadcasting stations that all transmit the same program simultaneously
subtype: #course.area facility consisting of a circumscribed area of land or water laid out for a sport; "the course had only nine holes"; "the course was less than a mile"
subtype: #golf_course__golf_links__links__link course consisting of a large landscaped area for playing golf
instance: http://www.pelicanwaters.citysearch.com.au http://www.oasisgolf.citysearch.com.au
subtype: #racetrack__racecourse__raceway__track a course over which races are run
subtype: #cinder_track a racetrack paved with fine cinders
subtype: #dirt_track a racetrack that is not paved
subtype: #Belmont_Park a racetrack for horse racing in Elmont on Long Island; site of the Belmont Stakes
subtype: #Churchill_Downs a racetrack for horse races in Louisville; site of the Kentucky Derby
subtype: #Pimlico a racetrack for horse racing; site of the Preakness
subtype: #racing_circuit__circuit (British) a racetrack for automobile races
subtype: #speedway a racetrack for racing automobiles or motorcycles
subtype: #depository__deposit__repository a facility where things can be deposited for safekeeping
subtype: #archive__archives a depository containing historical records and documents
subtype: #chancery an office of archives for public or ecclesiastic records; a court of public records
subtype: #bank_building__bank a building in which commercial banking is transacted; "the bank is on the corner of Nassau and Witherspoon"
subtype: #drop.depository a central depository where things can be left or picked up
subtype: #maildrop a drop where mail can be deposited
subtype: #postbox__mailbox__letter_box public box for deposit of mail
subtype: #pillar_box (British) a red pillar-shaped letter box
subtype: #depository_library__library a depository built to contain books and other materials for reading and study
subtype: #athenaeum__atheneum a place where reading materials are available
subtype: #lending_library__lendinglibrary__circulating_library__circulatinglibrary library that provides books for use outside the building
subtype: #lost-and-found repository in a public building where lost articles can be kept until their owners reclaim them
subtype: #museum a depository for collecting and displaying objects having scientific or historical or artistic value
subtype: #Louvre_Museum__Louvre an art museum that is a famous tourist attraction in Paris
subtype: #science_museum__sciencemuseum a museum that collects and displays objects having scientific interest
instance: http://www.dollscottage.com.au http://gympiegoldmuseum.citysearch.com.au
subtype: #repertory a storehouse where a stock of things is kept
subtype: #sperm_bank__spermbank a depository for storing sperm
subtype: #storehouse__depot__entrepot__storage__store a depository for goods; "storehouses were built close to the docks"
subtype: #granary a storehouse for threshed grain or animal feed
subtype: #powder_magazine__magazine__powder_store a storehouse (as a compartment on a warship) where weapons and ammunition are stored
subtype: #railhead a railroad depot in a theater of operations where military supplies are unloaded for distribution
subtype: #treasure_house a storehouse for treasures
subtype: #storage_warehouse__storagewarehouse__warehouse a storehouse for goods and merchandise
subtype: #godown a warehouse in the East (India or Malaya)
subtype: #treasury.depository a depository (a room or building) where wealth and precious objects can be kept safely
subtype: #drive-in__drivein any installation designed to accommodate patrons in their automobiles
subtype: #meeting_place__meetingplace__forum__assembly a public facility to meet for open discussion
subtype: #gas_system__gassystem facility (plant and equipment) for providing natural-gas service
subtype: #zoo__menagerie__zoologicalgarden the facility where wild animals are housed for exhibition
subtype: #military_installation any facility servicing military forces
subtype: #arsenal__armory__armoury a military structure where arms and ammunition and other military equipment are stored and training is given in the use of arms
subtype: #base_of_operations__base installation from which a military force initiates operations; "the attack wiped out our forward bases"
subtype: #air_base__airbase__air_station__airstation a base for military aircraft
subtype: #army_base a large base of operations for an army
subtype: #firebase an artillery base to support advancing troops
subtype: #navy_base base of operations for a naval fleet
subtype: #rocket_base a military base for rocket missiles
subtype: #emplacement military installation consisting of a prepared position for siting a weapon
subtype: #gun_emplacement__gunemplacement__weapons_emplacement__weaponsemplacement an emplacement for a gun
subtype: #nest.gun_emplacement a kind of gun emplacement; "a machine-gun nest"; "a nest of snipers"
subtype: #pillbox a small enclosed gun emplacement (usually of fortified concrete)
subtype: #military_headquarters__headquarters__HQ the military installation from which a commander performs the functions of command; "his headquarters were a couple of large tents"
subtype: #command_post__commandpost__general_headquarters__GHQ military headquarters from which a military commander controls and organizes the forces
subtype: #guardhouse a military facility that serves as the headquarters for military police and in which military prisoners can be detained
subtype: #military_post__post military installation at which a body of troops is stationed
subtype: #fort__garrison a fortified military post where troops are stationed
subtype: #outpost a military post stationed at a distance from the main body of troops
subtype: #naval_installation__navalinstallation__shore_station__shorestation military installation servicing naval forces
subtype: #silo.military_installation military installation consisting of an underground structure where ballistic missiles can be stored and fired
instance: #West_Point
subtype: #power_system__powersystem__power_grid__powergrid__grid a system of high tension cables by which electrical power is distributed throughout a region
subtype: #range.installation a place for shooting (firing or driving) projectiles of various kinds; "the army maintains a missile range in the desert"; "any good golf club will have a range where you can practice"
subtype: #practice_range a place for practicing golf shots
subtype: #firing_range__target_range a practice range for target practice
subtype: #rocket_range a firing range for rocket missiles
subtype: #shooting_range__shooting_gallery an enclosed firing range with targets for rifle or handgun practice
subtype: #golf_range__driving_range__drivingrange a practice range for practicing golf shots
subtype: #rifle_range__riflerange a range where people can practice shooting rifles; "during the war they turned the bowling alleys into rifle ranges"
subtype: #test_range a range for conducting tests
subtype: #recreational_facility__recreation_facility a public facility for recreation
subtype: #lido (British) a recreational facility including a swimming pool for water sports
subtype: #sewage_system__sewer_system__sewersystem__sewage_works facility consisting of a system of sewers for carrying off liquid and solid sewage
subtype: #source.installation a facility where something is available
subtype: #Golconda a source of great wealth (especially a mine)
subtype: #gold_mine__goldmine a good source of something that is desired
subtype: #station a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose; "he started looking for a gas station"; "the train pulled into the station"
subtype: #fire_station__firehouse a station housing fire apparatus and firemen
subtype: #first-aid_station__firstaidstation a station providing emergency care or treatment before regular medical aid can be obtained
subtype: #dressing_station__aid_station__aidstation (military) a first aid station located near a combat area for giving aid to the wounded
subtype: #observation_station__observationstation a station set up for making observations of something
subtype: #sampling_station__sampler an observation station that is set up to make sample observations of something
subtype: #police_station__police_headquarters__station_house__stationhouse__police_office a station that serves as headquarters for police in a particular district; serves as a place from which policemen are dispatched and to which arrested persons are brought; "in England they call a police station a police office"
subtype: #power_station__powerstation__power_plant__powerplant__powerhouse an electrical generating station
subtype: #radio_station__radiostation station for the production and transmission of radio broadcasts
subtype: #beacon__radio_beacon__radiobeacon a radio station that broadcasts a directional signal for navigational purposes
subtype: #service_station__servicestation a station where service is provided
subtype: #gasoline_station__gas_station__gasstation__filling_station__fillingstation__petrol_station a service station that sells gasoline
subtype: #truck_stop__truckstop a roadside service station (and restaurant) that caters to truck drivers
subtype: #substation a subsidiary station where electricity is transformed for distribution by a low-voltage network
subtype: #television_station__TV_station station for the production and transmission of television broadcasts
subtype: #television_channel__channel__TV_channel a television station and its programs; "a satellite TV channel"; "surfing through the channels"; "they offer more than one hundred channels"
subtype: #depot__terminal__terminus station where transport vehicles load or unload passengers or goods
subtype: #air_terminal__airterminal__airportterminal a terminal that serves air travelers or air freight
subtype: #bus_terminal__busterminal__bus_depot__busdepot__bus_station__busstation__coach_station__coachstation a terminal that serves bus passengers
subtype: #cathode.depot the positively charged terminal of a voltaic cell or storage battery that supplies current
subtype: #railway_station__railwaystation__railroad_station__railroad_terminal__train_station__trainstation__train_depot__traindepot terminal where trains load or unload passengers or goods
subtype: #whistle_stop__whistlestop__flag_stop a small railway station where the train stops only on a signal
subtype: #subway_station a terminal where subways load and unload passengers
subtype: #transportation_system__transportation__transit facility consisting of the roads and equipment necessary for the movement of passengers or goods
subtype: #highway_system__highwaysystem a transportation system consisting of roads for motor transport
subtype: #public_transit a public transportation system for moving passengers
subtype: #mass_rapid_transit__rapid_transit__rapidtransit an urban public transit system using underground or elevated trains
subtype: #short_line__shortline a transportation system that operates over relatively short distances
subtype: #telpherage__telferage a transportation system in which cars (telphers) are suspended from cables and operated on electricity
subtype: #utility.installation a facility composed of one or more pieces of equipment connected to or part of a structure and designed to provide a service such as heat or electricity or water or sewage disposal: "the price of the house included all utilities"
subtype: #electrical_plant__electrical_system utility that provides electricity
subtype: #heating_system__heatingsystem__heating_plant__heatingplant__heating__heat utility to warm a building; "the heating system wasn't working"; "they have radiant heating"
subtype: #central_heating__centralheating a heating system in which air or water is heated at a central furnace and sent through the building via vents or pipes and radiators
subtype: #gas_heat__gasheat heating system that burns natural gas
subtype: #panel_heating__panelheating heating system consisting of wall or floor or baseboard or ceiling panels containing electric conductors or heating pipes
subtype: #steam_heat__steamheat__steamheating a heating system in which steam is generated in boilers and piped to radiators
subtype: #plumbing_system__plumbingsystem__plumbing utility consisting of the pipes and fixtures for the distribution of water or gas in a building and for the disposal of sewage
subtype: #water_supply__watersupply__water_system__watersystem__water facility that provides a source of water; "the town debated the purification of the water supply"; "first you have to cut off the water"
subtype: #fixture a object firmly fixed in place (especially in a household)
subtype: #bathroom_fixture any fixture in a bathroom
subtype: #lighting_fixture a fixture providing artificial light
subtype: #chandelier__pendant branched lighting fixture; often ornate; hangs from the ceiling
subtype: #indirect_lighting a concealed lighting fixture
subtype: #plumbing_fixture a fixture for the distribution and use of water in a building
subtype: #fount a plumbing fixture that provides a flow of water
subtype: #shower a plumbing fixture that sprays water over you; "they installed a shower in the bathroom"
subtype: #sink plumbing fixture consisting of a water basin fixed to a wall or floor and having a drainpipe
subtype: #kitchen_sink__kitchensink a sink in a kitchen
subtype: #washbasin__basin__washbowl__washstand a bathroom or lavatory sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you wash your hands and face
subtype: #can__toilet__commode__crapper__pot__stool__throne a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination
subtype: #flushless_toilet__flushlesstoilet a toilet that relies on bacteria to break down waste matter (instead of using water)
subtype: #flush_toilet__flushtoilet__lavatory a toilet that is cleaned of waste by the flow of water through it
subtype: #potty_seat__pottyseat__potty_chair toilet consisting of a small seat used by young children
subtype: #urinal a plumbing fixture (usually attached to the wall) used by men to urinate
subtype: #water_faucet__waterfaucet__water_tap__watertap__tap__spigot__hydrant a faucet for drawing water from a pipe or cask
subtype: #soap_dish a bathroom or kitchen fixture for holding a bar of soap
subtype: #float something that remains on the surface of a liquid
subtype: #insert.artifact__inset an artifact that is inserted or is to be inserted
subtype: #instrumentality__instrumentation an artifact (or system of artifacts) that is instrumental in accomplishing some end
subtype: #lemon.artifact__stinker (informal) an artifact (especially an automobile) that is defective or unsatisfactory
subtype: #line.artifact something (as a cord or rope) that is long and thin and flexible; "a washing line"
subtype: #marker.artifact some conspicuous object used to distinguish or mark something; "the buoys were markers for the channel"
subtype: #opening.artifact a vacant or unobstructed space; "they left a small opening for the cat at the bottom of the door"
subtype: #padding__cushioning artifact consisting of soft or resilient material used to fill or give shape or protect or add comfort
subtype: #plaything__toy an artifact designed to be played with
subtype: #flat_solid__sheet a flat artifact that is thin relative to its length and width
subtype: #sphere any spherically shaped artifact
subtype: #square.artifact any artifact having a shape similar to a plane geometric figure with four equal sides and four right angles; "a checkerboard has 64 squares"
subtype: #squeaker any artifact that makes a squeaking sound when used; "those sneakers are squeakers"; "which hinge is the squeaker?"
subtype: #strip.artifact__slip artifact consisting of a narrow flat piece of material
subtype: #physical_structure__structure__construction a thing constructed; a complex construction or entity; "the structure consisted of a series of arches"; "she wore her hair in an amazing construction of whirls and ribbons"
subtype: #surface the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary; "there is a special cleaner for these surfaces"; "the cloth had a pattern of red dots on a white surface"
subtype: #thing an artifact; "how does this thing work?"
subtype: #way any artifact consisting of a road or path affording passage from one place to another; "he said he was looking for the way out"
subtype: #weight.artifact an artifact that is heavy
subtype: #whatchamacallit__stuff__whatsis__whatsi__sundry__sundries miscellaneous unspecified artifacts; "the trunk was full of stuff"
subtype: #building_material material used for constructing buildings
subtype: #paving_material material used for pavement
subtype: #book.artifact__volume (books as a physical objects) a number of pages bound together; "he used a large book as a doorstop"
subtype: #book_like_thing__book a number of sheets (ticket or stamps etc.) bound together on one edge; "he bought a book of stamps"
subtype: #draw.physical_object__lot anything (straws or pebbles etc.) taken or chosen at random; "the luck of the draw"; "they drew lots for it"
subtype: #film a thin coating or layer; "the table was covered with a film of dust"
subtype: #part.physical_object__portion something less than the whole of a human artifact: "the rear part of the house"; "glue the two parts together"
subtype: #something_resembling_a_snake__snake something resembling a snake
subtype: #paring (usually plural) a part of a fruit or vegetable that is pared or cut off; especially the skin or peel; "she could peel an apple with a single long paring"
subtype: #body_of_water__water the part of the earth's surface covered with water (such as a river or lake or ocean); "they invaded our territorial waters"; "they were sitting by the water's edge"
subtype: #catch.physical_object anything that is caught (especially if it is worth catching); "he shared his catch with the others"
subtype: #discard.physical_object anything that is cast aside or discarded
subtype: #finding.physical_object something that is found; "the findings in the gastrointestinal tract indicate that he died several hours after dinner"; "an area rich in archaelogical findings"
subtype: #floater an object that floats or is capable of floating
subtype: #fomite any inanimate object (as a towel or money or clothing or dishes or books or toys etc.) that can transmit infectious organisms from one person to another
subtype: #growth.physical_object something grown or growing; "a growth of hair"
subtype: #head.physical_object a rounded compact mass; "the head of a comet"
subtype: #ice the frozen part of a body of water
subtype: #dry_land__dryland__land__earth__solid_ground__solidground__terrafirma the solid part of the earth's surface; "the plane turned away from the sea and moved back over land"; "the earth shook for several minutes"; "he dropped the logs on the ground"
subtype: #soil__land__ground material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use); "the land had never been plowed"; "good agricultural soil"
subtype: #moon.physical_object any object resembling a moon; "he made a moon lamp that he used as a night light"; "the clock had a moon that showed various phases"
subtype: #neighbour__neighbor a nearby object of the same kind; "Fort Worth is a neighbor of Dallas"; "what is the closest neighbor to the Earth?"
subtype: #pounder something weighing a given number of pounds; "the fisherman caught a 10-pounder" or "their linemen are all 300-pounders"
subtype: #remains__remain any object that is left unused or still extant; "I threw out the remains of my dinner"
subtype: #thread__ribbon any long object resembling a thin line; "a mere ribbon of land"; "the lighted ribbon of traffic"; "from the air the road was a gray thread"; "a thread of smoke climbed upward"
subtype: #shiner.physical_object something that shines (with emitted or reflected light)
subtype: #vagabond anything that resembles a vagabond in having no fixed place; "pirate ships were vagabonds of the sea"
subtype: #wall.physical_object anything that suggests a wall in structure or effect; "a wall of water"; "a wall of smoke"; "a wall of prejudice"
subtype: #web an intricate network suggesting something that was formed by weaving or interweaving; "the trees cast a delicate web of shadows over the lawn"
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