Words Starting With "W"
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Waded
To walk through or into something, typically on foot, especially through water: <br><br>Example: The kids waded into the shallow end of the pool.
Wadeford
Wadeford is a surname of English origin. It is derived from the Old English words "wad" meaning "a partisan or a fenser, one who clears land" and "ford", which refers to a shallow point or crossing place in a river.<br><br>In other words, a person with the surname Wadeford was likely someone who lived near a crossing point over a river, where a clearing or a forest was breached to create a passage.
Wader
A type of waterproof shoe or boot, typically worn for fishing or walking in wet or muddy conditions.
Waders
Waders are a type of footwear that is worn to allow people to wade or walk through water. They are typically knee-high or above the knee and are made of waterproof material, such as rubber or plastic, with straps or zippers to secure them to the foot.
Wades
"to wade" is a verb, which means to walk or move slowly through water, often up to the knees or higher, typically in a river or a lake.<br><br>Example: She likes to wade in the shallow waters of the lake on a hot summer day.<br><br>Alternatively, "to wade" can also mean to engage in something in a careful and cautious manner, often with a degree of difficulty or uncertainty.<br><br>Example: I'm willing to wade into the complex world of investments, but I'll need some guidance.<br><br>The word can also be an adjective in some contexts, as in "wade pool", a man-made pool of water, often shallow enough for young children to wade in.
Wadi
A wadi is a type of seasonal river or dry riverbed in arid and semi-arid regions, often found in the Middle East and North Africa. It is characterized by a dry riverbed that typically flows with water only during heavy rainfall or flash floods, but is usually dry for the rest of the year.
Wading
To walk or swim through water, especially in a river or the sea, with difficulty and slowly because the water is shallow and often moving.<br><br>Example: The children enjoyed wading in the calm waters of the lake on a hot summer day.
Wadis
Wadis are seasonal riverbeds or dry riverbeds in arid or semi-arid regions, typically appearing only during periods of rainfall or seasonal flooding. They often have their own unique ecosystems and are an important feature of desert landscapes.
Wadjet
Wadjet was the ancient Egyptian goddess of protection, royalty, and the sky. She was often depicted as a woman with the head of a green or blue uraeus, a mythical serpent that signified royalty, wrapped around a staff. Wadjet was associated with the pharaohs as a protector and was often depicted as a fierce and powerful figure, guarding the king or queen.
Wadmal
Wadmal is an Old English and Middle English word that refers to a type of woven fabric, particularly a fine woollen cloth.
Wads
A wad is a small cluster or mass of something, typically something soft or loose, such as:<br><br> A wad of paper (a small bundle of paper)<br> A wad of gum (a small clump of chewing gum)<br> A wad of cash (a small pile of money)<br> A wad of fabric (a small bundle of fabric)<br><br>It can also be used figuratively to describe a small group or collection of people or things.<br><br>For example:<br><br> "A wad of college students protested outside the university."<br> "The wad of reporters tried to get a statement from the politician."<br><br>It can also be used to describe a clumsy or energetic bundle:<br><br> "He threw a wad of himself at the opponent, knocking him to the ground."<br><br>It can also be used to describe something that is windproof or a tight compact bundle:<br><br> "He wrapped his scarf around his neck like a wad to protect himself from the cold wind."
Wafer-thin
Extremely thin, often used to describe something that is almost imperceptibly slight or fragile.
Wafer
A thin, crisp, and light snack food made from a batter of flour and other ingredients, often baked or cooked to a dry, brittle consistency.
Wafers
Wafers are thin, crisp, and usually round pieces of baked food, typically made from a mixture of flour, water, and fat. They are often used to serve with meals or as a base for other culinary creations, such as sandwiches and desserts.
Waffen-ss
The Waffen-SS (German: [ˈvafn ˈʔɛsˌʔɛs], "Armed SS") was a paramilitary organization that served as the armed wing of the Nazi Party's SS (Schutzstaffel) during World War II. It was formed in 1939 as a separate entity from the Allgemeine-SS (General-SS) and was responsible for numerous atrocities and war crimes during the war.<br><br>The Waffen-SS was divided into several divisions, including the Leibstandarte SS Adolf Hitler, which served as Hitler's personal bodyguard, and the Wiking Division, which consisted of Norwegian volunteers. The Waffen-SS also trained and deployed numerous other units, including the Dirlewanger Brigade, which committed numerous massacres and atrocities in the Soviet Union.<br><br>Throughout the war, the Waffen-SS played a significant role in many conflicts, including the Battle of Stalingrad, the Battle of Kursk, and the Battle of Normandy. The organization was known for its brutality and discipline, and its members were considered some of the most elite and feared soldiers of the Nazi regime.<br><br>After the war, the Waffen-SS was banned and its members were pursued by Allied authorities for their involvement in war crimes. Many Waffen-SS members were convicted of war crimes and atrocities, and the organization as a whole was officially deemed a criminal organization by the Nuremberg Tribunal.
Waffle
A baked product typically made from a mixture of flour, eggs, sugar, and butter or oil, often cooked on a hot griddle or iron to create a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior. It can be served as a sweet or savory food, depending on the type of filling or topping.
Waffled
Vacillated or faltered in one's decision or commitment, often in a wishy-washy or indecisive manner, instead of taking a firm or decisive action.
Wafflers
A waffler is someone who is indecisive or hesitant, often preferring to delay making a decision or commitment.
Waffles
A waffle is a type of baked food made from a batter that is cooked between two plates or in an iron. It is typically round and has a honeycomb or grid pattern on it, with deep pockets. Waffles can be served with a variety of toppings, including sweet ingredients such as syrup, honey, whipped cream, or fresh fruit, or savory ingredients such as cheese, meat, or eggs.
Waffling
The word "waffling" refers to speaking or behaving indecisively or evasively, often to avoid taking action or making a firm decision. It describes someone who is hesitating or flipping back and forth between different opinions, options, or stances, often in a confusing or unconvincing manner.<br><br>Example: "Stop waffling and make a decision already! I need to know what we're doing today."
Waft
To move gently through the air, often making a soft whooshing or flowing sound.<br><br>Example: The scent of freshly baked cookies wafted through the house.<br><br>Or: The scent of perfume wafts up from her wrist.<br><br>It can also mean to drift or be carried along by a gentle stream of air.<br><br>Example: The plate was wafted away by the breeze.
Waftage
Waftage refers to the process of hovering or floating in the air, often used to describe something that is gently carried or moved by the air or wind, such as a scent or a sound.
Wafted
To have a sweet, pleasant smell of something, especially flowers or perfume, gets wafted through the air.<br><br>Example: The sweet scent of freshly cut grass wafted through the room.<br><br>Or, to move slowly and gently through the air in a smooth curved motion. <br><br>Example: The feather wafted down from the ceiling.
Wafting
To move or be carried through the air in a gentle way, typically in a way that is barely noticeable, or to produce a sweet or pleasant smell.
Wafts
To come to someone or something in a gentle way, often slowly or without being noticed.<br><br>For example: The aroma of freshly baked cookies wafts through the house.<br><br>A sweet or pleasant smell that comes from somewhere, especially in a gentle way.<br><br>Example: The scent of jasmine wafts through the garden.<br><br>Moved or carried by the wind.<br><br>Example: The boat wafts gently across the lake.<br><br>A verb to move gently through the air.<br><br>Example: Smoke wafts upward from the chimney.
Wafture
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Wag
To walk or move about in a lively, carefree manner, typically in a way that is playful or flirtatious.
Wagadugu
The word "wagadugu" is believed to refer to Ouagadougou, which is the capital and largest city of Burkina Faso, a landlocked country in West Africa.
Wage
The word "wage" can have multiple meanings depending on the context. Here are a few possible interpretations:<br><br>1. A wage is a payment, especially money, that is given to someone for their work or services.<br>Example: "She receives a good wage for her job as a lawyer."<br>2. To wage war is to start a violent conflict or to take action aggressively.<br>Example: "Russia and Ukraine are waging war in eastern Ukraine."<br>3. In other contexts, wage can also mean to fight or strive for something, often with determination and effort.<br>Example: "She is waging a campaign to raise awareness about poverty in her community."<br>4. A wage can also be a rate or amount of speed at which something happens or moves.<br>Example: "The ball is being waggled (moved back and forth in a wavelike motion) by the wind up at 15 miles per hour."<br><br>In general, the most common meaning of the word "wage" is a payment for work or services.
Wager
A wager is a bet or a gamble, especially one made with money, where the outcome is uncertain or uncertain. It can also mean a solid or deeply held determination or opinion.
Wagered
verb: wagered, wagering, wagers<br><br>To bet or stake an amount of money or other value on the outcome of an event or situation, often with the expectation of winning more or achieving a goal.<br><br>Example: "He wagered a large sum of money on the boxing match, hoping to win big."