--- title: A — The English dictionary with trees and pragmatics · page 23 description: The 1215 words of the English dictionary under A, every meaning for a pupil and every example with its dependency tree and pragmatics. --- [Mova](https://md.mova.elamur.ai/free/en/) · [this page in HTML](https://mova.elamur.ai/free/en/corpora/dictionaries/english/A/page/23/) [home](https://md.mova.elamur.ai/free/en/) / [corpora](https://md.mova.elamur.ai/free/en/corpora/) / [dictionaries](https://md.mova.elamur.ai/free/en/corpora/dictionaries/) / [English dictionary](https://md.mova.elamur.ai/free/en/corpora/dictionaries/english/) / A # A — The English dictionary · page 23 [A](https://md.mova.elamur.ai/free/en/corpora/dictionaries/english/A/) · [B](https://md.mova.elamur.ai/free/en/corpora/dictionaries/english/B/) · [C](https://md.mova.elamur.ai/free/en/corpora/dictionaries/english/C/) · [D](https://md.mova.elamur.ai/free/en/corpora/dictionaries/english/D/) · 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[24](https://md.mova.elamur.ai/free/en/corpora/dictionaries/english/A/page/24/) … [30](https://md.mova.elamur.ai/free/en/corpora/dictionaries/english/A/page/30/) … [62](https://md.mova.elamur.ai/free/en/corpora/dictionaries/english/A/page/62/) **akin** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* Similar to or like something: «akin to» means much the same as.[↗](../../akin/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: Similar to or like something: «akin to» means…") *Everyday, meaning 2:* (old use) Related by family.[↗](../../akin/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: Related by family.") *Example:* A dolphin's clicks are akin to a language.[↗](../../akin/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: A dolphin's clicks are akin to a language.") · The feeling was akin to joy.[↗](../../akin/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: The feeling was akin to joy.") · Lions are akin to house cats.[↗](../../akin/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: Lions are akin to house cats.") · Her voice was akin to a whisper.[↗](../../akin/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: Her voice was akin to a whisper.") · Riding a bike is akin to swimming: once learned, never forgotten.[↗](../../akin/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: Riding a bike is akin to swimming: once…") · This game is akin to chess.[↗](../../akin/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: This game is akin to chess.") · Now the Dreadful Women were akin to the Three Gray Sisters, and it was hard for them to tell the boy the way.[↗](../../akin/#x7 "tree and pragmatics of: Now the Dreadful Women were akin to the…") **al** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* Al is a short form of boys' names like Albert, Alan, Alfred or Alexander.[↗](../../al/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: Al is a short form of boys' names…") *Everyday, meaning 2:* In «et al.» (Latin for «and others») it is a short form used in science writing for a list of authors.[↗](../../al/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: In «et al.» Latin for «and others» it…") *Everyday, meaning 3:* In «al dente» (Italian) it means pasta cooked so it is still a little firm.[↗](../../al/#m3 "tree and pragmatics of: In «al dente» Italian it means pasta cooked…") *Everyday, meaning 4:* Al is also the chemical symbol for aluminium, written with a capital A.[↗](../../al/#m4 "tree and pragmatics of: Al is also the chemical symbol for aluminium,…") *Everyday, meaning 5:* In some Arabic names, al means 'the', as in Haroun-al-Raschid.[↗](../../al/#m5 "tree and pragmatics of: In some Arabic names, al means 'the', as…") *Example:* Al has 8 marbles and gives 3 to Sue.[↗](../../al/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: Al has 8 marbles and gives 3 to…") · Uncle Al fixed our bike.[↗](../../al/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: Uncle Al fixed our bike.") · The study was written by Smith et al.[↗](../../al/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: The study was written by Smith et al.") · Cook the spaghetti until it is al dente.[↗](../../al/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: Cook the spaghetti until it is al dente.") · The symbol Al stands for aluminium.[↗](../../al/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: The symbol Al stands for aluminium.") · «Call me Al,» said the new boy.[↗](../../al/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: «Call me Al,» said the new boy.") · In this case the name is AL, El.[↗](../../al/#x7 "tree and pragmatics of: In this case the name is AL, El.") (Sefer Yetzirah, Westcott 1893)[↗](../../al/#x7 "tree and pragmatics of: Sefer Yetzirah, Westcott 1893") · In this case we have the simple form AL, EL.[↗](../../al/#x8 "tree and pragmatics of: In this case we have the simple form…") (Sefer Yetzirah, Westcott 1893)[↗](../../al/#x8 "tree and pragmatics of: Sefer Yetzirah, Westcott 1893") · The words are ADUN IChID AL, or " Adonai (as commonly written) the only EL" (Sefer Yetzirah, Westcott 1893)[↗](../../al/#x9 "tree and pragmatics of: The words are ADUN IChID AL, or '…") **alabama** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* A state in the south-east of the United States; its capital is Montgomery.[↗](../../alabama/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: A state in the south-east of the United…") *Everyday, meaning 2:* A river in that state.[↗](../../alabama/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: A river in that state.") *Example:* Alabama is in the south of the United States.[↗](../../alabama/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: Alabama is in the south of the United…") · Rosa Parks refused to give up her bus seat in Alabama.[↗](../../alabama/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: Rosa Parks refused to give up her bus…") · My cousin lives in Alabama.[↗](../../alabama/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: My cousin lives in Alabama.") · Alabama has warm, wet summers.[↗](../../alabama/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: Alabama has warm, wet summers.") · Rockets have been built in Alabama.[↗](../../alabama/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: Rockets have been built in Alabama.") · The Alabama River flows into the Gulf of Mexico.[↗](../../alabama/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: The Alabama River flows into the Gulf of…") **alabaster** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* Alabaster is a smooth, pale, shiny white stone, often carved into statues and vases.[↗](../../alabaster/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: Alabaster is a smooth, pale, shiny white stone,…") *Example:* The statue was carved from white alabaster.[↗](../../alabaster/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: The statue was carved from white alabaster.") · The castle was decorated with alabaster statues.[↗](../../alabaster/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: The castle was decorated with alabaster statues.") · Her skin looked as smooth as alabaster.[↗](../../alabaster/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: Her skin looked as smooth as alabaster.") **alacrity** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* Alacrity means quickness and eagerness in doing something, without delay.[↗](../../alacrity/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: Alacrity means quickness and eagerness in doing something,…") *Example:* She accepted the invitation with alacrity.[↗](../../alacrity/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: She accepted the invitation with alacrity.") · The dog ran to fetch the ball with alacrity.[↗](../../alacrity/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: The dog ran to fetch the ball with…") · The soldiers obeyed the order with alacrity.[↗](../../alacrity/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: The soldiers obeyed the order with alacrity.") **alarm** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* A device that makes a loud noise to warn people of danger: a fire alarm, a smoke alarm.[↗](../../alarm/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: A device that makes a loud noise to…") *Everyday, meaning 2:* A clock or phone sound that wakes you up at a set time.[↗](../../alarm/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: A clock or phone sound that wakes you…") *Everyday, meaning 3:* A sudden feeling of fear or worry: «She cried out in alarm».[↗](../../alarm/#m3 "tree and pragmatics of: A sudden feeling of fear or worry: «She…") *Everyday, meaning 4:* Verb: to make someone worried or frightened.[↗](../../alarm/#m4 "tree and pragmatics of: Verb: to make someone worried or frightened.") *Everyday, meaning 5:* Alarming means causing fear or worry, or being shocking.[↗](../../alarm/#m5 "tree and pragmatics of: Alarming means causing fear or worry, or being…") *Example:* When the fire alarm rings, line up and walk outside.[↗](../../alarm/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: When the fire alarm rings, line up and…") · Our smoke alarm beeps when the battery is low.[↗](../../alarm/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: Our smoke alarm beeps when the battery is…") · My alarm goes off at seven.[↗](../../alarm/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: My alarm goes off at seven.") · It was a false alarm — just burnt toast.[↗](../../alarm/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: It was a false alarm — just burnt…") · Never set off a fire alarm as a joke.[↗](../../alarm/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: Never set off a fire alarm as a…") · She raised the alarm when she saw smoke.[↗](../../alarm/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: She raised the alarm when she saw smoke.") · The car alarm went off in the night.[↗](../../alarm/#x7 "tree and pragmatics of: The car alarm went off in the night.") · Don't be alarmed — it's only a drill.[↗](../../alarm/#x8 "tree and pragmatics of: Don't be alarmed — it's only a drill.") · The other Danish and Swedish stories are not alarming.[↗](../../alarm/#x9 "tree and pragmatics of: The other Danish and Swedish stories are not…") · And when ye blow an alarm, the camps that lie on the east side shall take their journey.[↗](../../alarm/#x10 "tree and pragmatics of: And when ye blow an alarm, the camps…") (Torah NUM.10.5, JPS 1917)[↗](../../alarm/#x10 "tree and pragmatics of: Torah NUM.10.5, JPS 1917") · But when the assembly is to be gathered together, ye shall blow, but ye shall not sound an alarm.[↗](../../alarm/#x11 "tree and pragmatics of: But when the assembly is to be gathered…") (Torah NUM.10.7, JPS 1917)[↗](../../alarm/#x11 "tree and pragmatics of: Torah NUM.10.7, JPS 1917") · And when ye blow an alarm the second time, the camps that lie on the south side shall set forward; they shall blow an alarm for their journeys.[↗](../../alarm/#x12 "tree and pragmatics of: And when ye blow an alarm the second…") (Torah NUM.10.6, JPS 1917)[↗](../../alarm/#x12 "tree and pragmatics of: Torah NUM.10.6, JPS 1917") · A day of the horn and alarm, against the fortified cities, and against the high towers.[↗](../../alarm/#x13 "tree and pragmatics of: A day of the horn and alarm, against…") (Prophets ZEP.1.16, JPS 1917)[↗](../../alarm/#x13 "tree and pragmatics of: Prophets ZEP.1.16, JPS 1917") · Blow ye the horn in Gibeah, and the trumpet in Ramah; sound an alarm at Beth-aven: 'Behind thee, O Benjamin!'[↗](../../alarm/#x14 "tree and pragmatics of: Blow ye the horn in Gibeah, and the…") (Prophets HOS.5.8, JPS 1917)[↗](../../alarm/#x14 "tree and pragmatics of: Prophets HOS.5.8, JPS 1917") · I cannot hold my peace! because thou hast heard, O my soul, the sound of the horn, the alarm of war.[↗](../../alarm/#x15 "tree and pragmatics of: I cannot hold my peace! because thou hast…") (Prophets JER.4.19, JPS 1917)[↗](../../alarm/#x15 "tree and pragmatics of: Prophets JER.4.19, JPS 1917") **alas** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* (old-fashioned or literary) A word that shows sadness, sorrow or regret: «Alas, it was too late.».[↗](../../alas/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: A word that shows sadness, sorrow or regret:…") *Everyday, meaning 2:* (humorous) Used today in a joking way for small disappointments.[↗](../../alas/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: Used today in a joking way for small…") *Example:* Alas, the ship sank before it reached the shore.[↗](../../alas/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: Alas, the ship sank before it reached the…") · «Alas\![↗](../../alas/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: «Alas!") I shall be too late!» cried the White Rabbit.[↗](../../alas/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: I shall be too late!» cried the White…") · I wanted to go to the beach, but alas, it rained all day.[↗](../../alas/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: I wanted to go to the beach, but…") · Alas, poor Toad was locked in the deepest dungeon.[↗](../../alas/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: Alas, poor Toad was locked in the deepest…") · Alas, there was no chocolate left in the box.[↗](../../alas/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: Alas, there was no chocolate left in the…") · The knight looked for the dragon, but alas, it had flown away.[↗](../../alas/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: The knight looked for the dragon, but alas,…") · Alas, a great deal too near\![↗](../../alas/#x7 "tree and pragmatics of: Alas, a great deal too near!") · And he took up his parable, and said: Alas, who shall live after God hath appointed him?[↗](../../alas/#x8 "tree and pragmatics of: And he took up his parable, and said:…") (Torah NUM.24.23, JPS 1917)[↗](../../alas/#x8 "tree and pragmatics of: Torah NUM.24.23, JPS 1917") · And his servant said unto him: 'Alas, my master! how shall we do?'[↗](../../alas/#x9 "tree and pragmatics of: And his servant said unto him: 'Alas, my…") (Prophets 2KI.6.15, JPS 1917)[↗](../../alas/#x9 "tree and pragmatics of: Prophets 2KI.6.15, JPS 1917") · And he laid his carcass in his own grave; and they made lamentation for him: 'Alas, my brother!'[↗](../../alas/#x10 "tree and pragmatics of: And he laid his carcass in his own…") (Prophets 1KI.13.30, JPS 1917)[↗](../../alas/#x10 "tree and pragmatics of: Prophets 1KI.13.30, JPS 1917") · Who crieth: 'Woe'? who: 'Alas'? who hath contentions? who hath raving? who hath wounds without cause? who hath redness of eyes?[↗](../../alas/#x11 "tree and pragmatics of: Who crieth: 'Woe'? who: 'Alas'? who hath contentions?…") (Writings PRO.23.29, JPS 1917)[↗](../../alas/#x11 "tree and pragmatics of: Writings PRO.23.29, JPS 1917") **alaskan** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* adjective.[↗](../../alaskan/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: adjective.") *e.g.* From or about Alaska, the largest state of the USA, in the far north-west of North America.[↗](../../alaskan/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: From or about Alaska, the largest state of…") *Everyday, meaning 2:* noun.[↗](../../alaskan/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: noun.") *e.g.* A person who lives in or comes from Alaska.[↗](../../alaskan/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: A person who lives in or comes from…") *Example:* Alaskan winters are long and dark.[↗](../../alaskan/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: Alaskan winters are long and dark.") · The Alaskan brown bear catches salmon.[↗](../../alaskan/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: The Alaskan brown bear catches salmon.") · An Alaskan Malamute pulled the sled.[↗](../../alaskan/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: An Alaskan Malamute pulled the sled.") · My pen pal is an Alaskan.[↗](../../alaskan/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: My pen pal is an Alaskan.") · Alaskan glaciers are melting faster.[↗](../../alaskan/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: Alaskan glaciers are melting faster.") · Many Alaskan towns can only be reached by plane.[↗](../../alaskan/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: Many Alaskan towns can only be reached by…") **albatross** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* An albatross is a very large seabird with long narrow wings that can glide over the ocean for a long time.[↗](../../albatross/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: An albatross is a very large seabird with…") *Everyday, meaning 2:* (figurative) An albatross (around your neck) is a problem or burden you cannot escape.[↗](../../albatross/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: An albatross around your neck is a problem…") *Example:* The albatross can glide for hours without flapping.[↗](../../albatross/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: The albatross can glide for hours without flapping.") · An albatross has a wingspan over three metres.[↗](../../albatross/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: An albatross has a wingspan over three metres.") · Albatrosses are found near New Zealand.[↗](../../albatross/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: Albatrosses are found near New Zealand.") · Plastic in the sea harms albatrosses.[↗](../../albatross/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: Plastic in the sea harms albatrosses.") · That old debt is an albatross around his neck.[↗](../../albatross/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: That old debt is an albatross around his…") · Albatrosses spend most of their lives at sea.[↗](../../albatross/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: Albatrosses spend most of their lives at sea.") **albino** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* An albino is a person or animal born with little or no colour (pigment) in the skin, hair and eyes, so they are very pale or white.[↗](../../albino/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: An albino is a person or animal born…") *Everyday, meaning 2:* Albino describes such an animal or person, as in an albino tiger.[↗](../../albino/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: Albino describes such an animal or person, as…") *Example:* The zoo has an albino alligator.[↗](../../albino/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: The zoo has an albino alligator.") · An albino rabbit has white fur and pink eyes.[↗](../../albino/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: An albino rabbit has white fur and pink…") · Albino animals are rare in the wild.[↗](../../albino/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: Albino animals are rare in the wild.") · A person with albinism may need strong sun cream.[↗](../../albino/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: A person with albinism may need strong sun…") · The albino peacock looked like it was made of snow.[↗](../../albino/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: The albino peacock looked like it was made…") · Albinism is passed on in genes.[↗](../../albino/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: Albinism is passed on in genes.") **album** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* An album is a book with empty pages for keeping photos, stamps or stickers.[↗](../../album/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: An album is a book with empty pages…") *Everyday, meaning 2:* An album is a set of songs put out together by a singer or a band.[↗](../../album/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: An album is a set of songs put…") *Everyday, meaning 3:* A photo album can also be a folder of pictures on a phone.[↗](../../album/#m3 "tree and pragmatics of: A photo album can also be a folder…") *Example:* Each album has 20 pages.[↗](../../album/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: Each album has 20 pages.") · She puts 6 photos on each page of the album.[↗](../../album/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: She puts 6 photos on each page of…") · The band's new album has 12 songs.[↗](../../album/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: The band's new album has 12 songs.") · He filled 3 albums with stamps.[↗](../../album/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: He filled 3 albums with stamps.") · Grandma showed us her old photo album.[↗](../../album/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: Grandma showed us her old photo album.") · I need 5 more stickers to finish my album.[↗](../../album/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: I need 5 more stickers to finish my…") · The singer's first album came out last year.[↗](../../album/#x7 "tree and pragmatics of: The singer's first album came out last year.") · The album has a picture of the sea on the cover.[↗](../../album/#x8 "tree and pragmatics of: The album has a picture of the sea…") · We made an album of our holiday.[↗](../../album/#x9 "tree and pragmatics of: We made an album of our holiday.") · Each song on the album lasts about 3 minutes.[↗](../../album/#x10 "tree and pragmatics of: Each song on the album lasts about 3…") **alchemical** — *In Jewish tradition, meaning 1:* Having to do with alchemy, the old study that tried to turn metals into gold.[↗](../../alchemical/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: Having to do with alchemy, the old study…") **alchemist** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* An alchemist was a person long ago, in the Middle Ages and before, who tried to turn ordinary metals like lead into gold and to find a medicine that would make people live for ever.[↗](../../alchemist/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: An alchemist was a person long ago, in…") *Everyday, meaning 2:* In stories, an alchemist is a kind of wizard who mixes strange potions.[↗](../../alchemist/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: In stories, an alchemist is a kind of…") *Everyday, meaning 3:* Figuratively, an alchemist is someone who seems to turn ordinary things into something wonderful.[↗](../../alchemist/#m3 "tree and pragmatics of: Figuratively, an alchemist is someone who seems to…") *Example:* The alchemist tried to turn lead into gold.[↗](../../alchemist/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: The alchemist tried to turn lead into gold.") · Alchemists worked with bubbling pots and glass flasks.[↗](../../alchemist/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: Alchemists worked with bubbling pots and glass flasks.") · Isaac Newton also did experiments as an alchemist.[↗](../../alchemist/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: Isaac Newton also did experiments as an alchemist.") · No alchemist ever really made gold.[↗](../../alchemist/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: No alchemist ever really made gold.") · In the game, the alchemist sells healing potions.[↗](../../alchemist/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: In the game, the alchemist sells healing potions.") · The chef is an alchemist with leftovers.[↗](../../alchemist/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: The chef is an alchemist with leftovers.") · Chemistry grew out of the work of alchemists.[↗](../../alchemist/#x7 "tree and pragmatics of: Chemistry grew out of the work of alchemists.") **alcohol** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* A colourless liquid in drinks like beer, wine and spirits that changes the way people think and act, and can make them drunk.[↗](../../alcohol/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: A colourless liquid in drinks like beer, wine…") *Everyday, meaning 2:* Drinks that contain this (He doesn't drink alcohol).[↗](../../alcohol/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: Drinks that contain this He doesn't drink alcohol.") *Everyday, meaning 3:* A liquid chemical used for cleaning and killing germs (rubbing alcohol, hand sanitiser) and as a fuel.[↗](../../alcohol/#m3 "tree and pragmatics of: A liquid chemical used for cleaning and killing…") *Example:* Alcohol is not safe for children to drink.[↗](../../alcohol/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: Alcohol is not safe for children to drink.") · Beer and wine contain alcohol.[↗](../../alcohol/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: Beer and wine contain alcohol.") · People should never drive after drinking alcohol.[↗](../../alcohol/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: People should never drive after drinking alcohol.") · Hand sanitiser has alcohol in it to kill germs — never drink it.[↗](../../alcohol/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: Hand sanitiser has alcohol in it to kill…") · The nurse cleaned the cut with an alcohol wipe.[↗](../../alcohol/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: The nurse cleaned the cut with an alcohol…") · This drink is alcohol-free.[↗](../../alcohol/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: This drink is alcohol-free.") · Alcohol evaporates faster than water.[↗](../../alcohol/#x7 "tree and pragmatics of: Alcohol evaporates faster than water.") **alcoholic** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* An alcoholic drink has alcohol in it, like beer, wine or whisky.[↗](../../alcoholic/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: An alcoholic drink has alcohol in it, like…") *Everyday, meaning 2:* An alcoholic is a person who has an illness that makes them need to drink alcohol and find it very hard to stop.[↗](../../alcoholic/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: An alcoholic is a person who has an…") *Everyday, meaning 3:* Non-alcoholic means without alcohol, like juice or lemonade.[↗](../../alcoholic/#m3 "tree and pragmatics of: Non-alcoholic means without alcohol, like juice or lemonade.") *Example:* Children must never drink alcoholic drinks.[↗](../../alcoholic/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: Children must never drink alcoholic drinks.") · Wine and beer are alcoholic.[↗](../../alcoholic/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: Wine and beer are alcoholic.") · The party had lots of non-alcoholic punch for the kids.[↗](../../alcoholic/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: The party had lots of non-alcoholic punch for…") · Her grandad was an alcoholic, but he stopped drinking long ago.[↗](../../alcoholic/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: Her grandad was an alcoholic, but he stopped…") · Being an alcoholic is an illness, and people can get help.[↗](../../alcoholic/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: Being an alcoholic is an illness, and people…") · Check the label to see if a drink is alcoholic.[↗](../../alcoholic/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: Check the label to see if a drink…") · The shop cannot sell alcoholic drinks to anyone under age.[↗](../../alcoholic/#x7 "tree and pragmatics of: The shop cannot sell alcoholic drinks to anyone…") · Ginger beer is usually non-alcoholic, even though it says "beer".[↗](../../alcoholic/#x8 "tree and pragmatics of: Ginger beer is usually non-alcoholic, even though it…") **alcoholism** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* An illness in which a person cannot stop drinking alcohol, even though it harms them and the people around them.[↗](../../alcoholism/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: An illness in which a person cannot stop…") *Example:* Alcoholism is an illness that can be treated.[↗](../../alcoholism/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: Alcoholism is an illness that can be treated.") · Her uncle got help for his alcoholism.[↗](../../alcoholism/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: Her uncle got help for his alcoholism.") · Alcoholism can hurt whole families.[↗](../../alcoholism/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: Alcoholism can hurt whole families.") · Doctors and support groups help people with alcoholism.[↗](../../alcoholism/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: Doctors and support groups help people with alcoholism.") · The story is about a boy whose father struggles with alcoholism.[↗](../../alcoholism/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: The story is about a boy whose father…") · Talking to a trusted adult helps if alcoholism affects your home.[↗](../../alcoholism/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: Talking to a trusted adult helps if alcoholism…") **alcove** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* An alcove is a small recess set back in a wall of a room, a little space for a seat or for objects to be shown.[↗](../../alcove/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: An alcove is a small recess set back…") *Example:* The vase stood in an alcove by the fireplace.[↗](../../alcove/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: The vase stood in an alcove by the…") · She read her book in the cosy alcove by the window.[↗](../../alcove/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: She read her book in the cosy alcove…") · The statue was kept in a small alcove in the hall.[↗](../../alcove/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: The statue was kept in a small alcove…") **alder** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* An alder is a tree of the birch family that grows by rivers and in wet ground, with roundish leaves and small cones and catkins.[↗](../../alder/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: An alder is a tree of the birch…") *Example:* Alders grow along the river bank.[↗](../../alder/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: Alders grow along the river bank.") · The alder has small brown cones like tiny pine cones.[↗](../../alder/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: The alder has small brown cones like tiny…") · Siskins feed on alder seeds in winter.[↗](../../alder/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: Siskins feed on alder seeds in winter.") · The Rat tied his boat to an old alder.[↗](../../alder/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: The Rat tied his boat to an old…") · Alder wood lasts well in water.[↗](../../alder/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: Alder wood lasts well in water.") · Catkins hang from the alder in early spring.[↗](../../alder/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: Catkins hang from the alder in early spring.") · Between the crevices there grew a little rowan tree and four alder bushes.[↗](../../alder/#x7 "tree and pragmatics of: Between the crevices there grew a little rowan…") **ale** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* A kind of beer, often darker or stronger, made with malted barley.[↗](../../ale/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: A kind of beer, often darker or stronger,…") *Everyday, meaning 2:* (old-fashioned) Any beer.[↗](../../ale/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: Any beer.") *Example:* The travellers drank ale at the inn.[↗](../../ale/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: The travellers drank ale at the inn.") · Ginger ale is a fizzy drink for children too.[↗](../../ale/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: Ginger ale is a fizzy drink for children…") · In the Middle Ages, many people drank weak ale.[↗](../../ale/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: In the Middle Ages, many people drank weak…") · The pub sells local ales.[↗](../../ale/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: The pub sells local ales.") · The innkeeper poured a mug of ale.[↗](../../ale/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: The innkeeper poured a mug of ale.") · She ordered a ginger ale with ice.[↗](../../ale/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: She ordered a ginger ale with ice.") · Quoth he: "I like a glass of good ale and a well-toasted bannock.[↗](../../ale/#x7 "tree and pragmatics of: Quoth he: 'I like a glass of good…") **aleph** — *In Jewish tradition, meaning 1:* The first letter of the Hebrew alphabet.[↗](../../aleph/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: The first letter of the Hebrew alphabet.") *Example:* all the other letters, and all the other letters with Aleph (א).[↗](../../aleph/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: all the other letters, and all the other…") (Sefer Yetzirah, Kalisch 1877)[↗](../../aleph/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: Sefer Yetzirah, Kalisch 1877") · The Three Mothers are Aleph, Mem and Shin, they are Air, Water and Fire.[↗](../../aleph/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: The Three Mothers are Aleph, Mem and Shin,…") (Sefer Yetzirah, Westcott 1893)[↗](../../aleph/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: Sefer Yetzirah, Westcott 1893") · And this is the impress of the whole, twenty-one letters, all from one the Aleph.[↗](../../aleph/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: And this is the impress of the whole,…") (Sefer Yetzirah, Westcott 1887)[↗](../../aleph/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: Sefer Yetzirah, Westcott 1887") **alert** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* Watching and listening carefully, awake and ready to notice danger or act quickly.[↗](../../alert/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: Watching and listening carefully, awake and ready to…") *Everyday, meaning 2:* A warning signal or message about danger or something important (a weather alert, a phone alert).[↗](../../alert/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: A warning signal or message about danger or…") *Everyday, meaning 3:* To warn someone or tell them about something so they can act.[↗](../../alert/#m3 "tree and pragmatics of: To warn someone or tell them about something…") *Everyday, meaning 4:* On the alert / on high alert: ready and watching for danger.[↗](../../alert/#m4 "tree and pragmatics of: On the alert / on high alert: ready…") *Example:* Stay alert when you cross the road.[↗](../../alert/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: Stay alert when you cross the road.") · The meerkat stood up, alert for eagles.[↗](../../alert/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: The meerkat stood up, alert for eagles.") · My phone gave an alert when the message arrived.[↗](../../alert/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: My phone gave an alert when the message…") · The town got a flood alert after the heavy rain.[↗](../../alert/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: The town got a flood alert after the…") · A neighbour smelled smoke and alerted the fire brigade.[↗](../../alert/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: A neighbour smelled smoke and alerted the fire…") · The guard dog was alert all night.[↗](../../alert/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: The guard dog was alert all night.") · After a good sleep you feel more alert in class.[↗](../../alert/#x7 "tree and pragmatics of: After a good sleep you feel more alert…") · Police are on high alert during the parade.[↗](../../alert/#x8 "tree and pragmatics of: Police are on high alert during the parade.") · His alert eye caught sight of a rawhide rope staked to the water's brink, which led away toward a small round hut in the distance.[↗](../../alert/#x9 "tree and pragmatics of: His alert eye caught sight of a rawhide…") **alertness** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* Alertness is being awake, watchful and ready to notice and react quickly.[↗](../../alertness/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: Alertness is being awake, watchful and ready to…") *Example:* Sleep helps your alertness in class.[↗](../../alertness/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: Sleep helps your alertness in class.") · The guard's alertness stopped the thief.[↗](../../alertness/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: The guard's alertness stopped the thief.") · Drivers need full alertness.[↗](../../alertness/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: Drivers need full alertness.") · Too much screen time at night lowers alertness the next day.[↗](../../alertness/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: Too much screen time at night lowers alertness…") · Dogs show alertness when they prick up their ears.[↗](../../alertness/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: Dogs show alertness when they prick up their…") · Coffee can increase alertness in adults.[↗](../../alertness/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: Coffee can increase alertness in adults.") **alexander** — *Everyday, meaning 1:* Alexander is a boy's first name; short forms are Alex, Al, Xander and Sandy.[↗](../../alexander/#m1 "tree and pragmatics of: Alexander is a boy's first name; short forms…") *Everyday, meaning 2:* Alexander the Great was a famous king of ancient Macedonia who built a huge empire.[↗](../../alexander/#m2 "tree and pragmatics of: Alexander the Great was a famous king of…") *Everyday, meaning 3:* Alexander is also a family name.[↗](../../alexander/#m3 "tree and pragmatics of: Alexander is also a family name.") *Example:* Alexander has three more stickers than Ben.[↗](../../alexander/#x1 "tree and pragmatics of: Alexander has three more stickers than Ben.") · My friend Alexander likes to be called Alex.[↗](../../alexander/#x2 "tree and pragmatics of: My friend Alexander likes to be called Alex.") · Alexander the Great led his army as far as India.[↗](../../alexander/#x3 "tree and pragmatics of: Alexander the Great led his army as far…") · Alexander scored the winning goal.[↗](../../alexander/#x4 "tree and pragmatics of: Alexander scored the winning goal.") · The city of Alexandria is named after Alexander.[↗](../../alexander/#x5 "tree and pragmatics of: The city of Alexandria is named after Alexander.") · Alexander shared 12 sweets equally with his sister.[↗](../../alexander/#x6 "tree and pragmatics of: Alexander shared 12 sweets equally with his sister.") · After that, Alexander and Bucephalus were the best of friends.[↗](../../alexander/#x7 "tree and pragmatics of: After that, Alexander and Bucephalus were the best…") [1](https://md.mova.elamur.ai/free/en/corpora/dictionaries/english/A/) … [20](https://md.mova.elamur.ai/free/en/corpora/dictionaries/english/A/page/20/) [21](https://md.mova.elamur.ai/free/en/corpora/dictionaries/english/A/page/21/) 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