Words Starting With "C"
Our pre-recorded sounds are fast, clear, and natural, spoken by native speakers.
Clambers
To climb or ascend, often using one's hands, feet, and arms, often slowly and laboriously; to force one's way up or through something by pulling oneself up with one's hands and feet, often using one's arms and legs to push oneself upward.
Clamjamphrie
I apologize, but I couldn't find any word or phrase called "clamjamphrie". It's possible that it's a made-up or non-existent word. If you meant to provide a different word, please let me know and I'll be happy to help you with its meaning!
Clammed
The word "clammed" is the past tense of the verb "clam", which means to close or shut tightly, as if something is clamped or gripped. For example: "She clammed the door to keep the noise out." It can also mean to become immobile or paralyzed, often from fear or anxiety. For example: "The students clammed up during the exam, not knowing the answers."
Clammiest
Clammier refers to the state of being very hot and humid, causing a feeling of stickiness on the skin. Clammiest is the comparative form of clammy, implying a more intense or extreme degree of heat and humidity.
Clammily
Clammily is an adverb that means in a clammy or sticky way. A clammy substance has a damp or moist texture that makes it unpleasant to touch. When something is done clammily, it means it is done in a way that is awkward, clumsy, or unpleasant.
Clamminess
Clamminess is a noun that refers to the state or quality of being clammy, which means having a sticky or moist texture similar to that of clammy skin.
Clammy
Overly moist or damp, often used to describe skin or the air. For example, "The clammy atmosphere in the basement made me feel uneasy."
Clamor
Clamor refers to a loud, insistent, and often noisy outcry or protest, often made by a group of people. It can also describe a sudden, intense, and chaotic noise, like a loud, tumultuous sound. For example: "The crowd erupted in a clamor of cheers and applause."
Clamored
Past tense of "clamor", which means to make a loud, insistent noise, typically to protest or show strong feelings. Example: The crowd clamored for more tickets.
Clamoring
Clamoring refers to a loud and insistent outcry or shout, typically expressing urgency, need or demand. It can also mean to make loud and insistent requests or demands. For example, "The crowd was clamoring for more information about the concert."
Clamorous
The word "clamorous" means loud and insistent, often unpleasant or annoying. It can describe a sound, such as a loud and insistent noise, or a reaction, such as a loud and insistent outburst. It can also describe something that is urgent or pressing, such as a clamorous appeal for help. The word typically has a negative connotation, implying that the sound or reaction is overwhelming or disturbing.
Clamorously
In a loud and tumultuous manner; with a great deal of noise and commotion; vociferously.<br><br>Example sentence: The protesters clamorously demanded justice, shouting slogans and waving signs in the air.
Clamors
Pronounced: klæmərz<br><br>Meaning: to make a loud, insistent noise, especially to express strong feelings or opinions.<br><br>Examples: The crowd clamored for more tickets to the concert. The students clamored for better facilities in the school.
Clamour
Clamour refers to a loud, persistent, and often urgent demand or outcry for something, often accompanied by strong emotions such as anger, frustration, or excitement. It can also describe the noise or commotion caused by a crowd of people demanding something.
Clamoured
Past tense of "clamor", meaning to make a loud and insistent noise, usually in protest or request. Example: The crowd clamoured for more free tickets.
Clamouring
The verb "clamouring" means making a loud and persistent cry or shout, often in a loud and urgent manner, usually to express a strong demand or protest.
Clamours
Clamours refers to loud, insistent, and often passionate demands or protests, typically made by a large group of people. It can also mean a strong and persistent cry or shout for something, often in a noisy and unorganized manner.
Clamp
The verb "clamp" means to hold or press something firmly in place, typically by applying pressure with a clamp or clamp-like device. It can also mean to prevent something from moving or changing, often by controlling or controllingby controlling its position or movement. For example:<br><br> Clamping the pipe in place allowed the plumber to solder the joints.<br> He clamped his jaw shut to keep from crying.<br><br>The noun "clamp" refers to a device used to hold or fix something in place, typically consisting of a metal or plastic frame with screw or spring-loaded arms that can be tightened or relaxed to grip or release an object.
Clampdown
To impose strict rules, regulations, or controls on something or someone, often in order to put an end to a particular activity or behavior.
Clamped
The verb "to clamp" means to hold or press something firmly in place, often using a clamp or fastening device. For example, "The mechanic clamped the loose wheel in place to prevent it from coming loose during the drive."<br><br>As a noun, a clamp refers to a device used to hold or squeeze something together, often used in construction, engineering, or DIY projects. For example, "The plumber used a large clamp to tighten the pipe fixture in place."<br><br>In figurative language, "clamped" can also refer to being strictly restricted or constrained, as if physically held in place. For example, "Her hands were clamped together in a tight grip as she struggled to stay calm."
Clampers
Clampers refers to a type of heavy tool or equipment used to grip, hold, or press something firmly, especially in a certain position or place.
Clamping
The verb "clamping" means to hold or press something firmly in place, often using a clamp or a device that can be screwed or bolted shut. It can also refer to the act of securing or fastening something tightly, such as a pipe or a joint, in order to prevent movement or leakage. In general, clamping implies a sense of confinement or restriction, and is often used in contexts related to engineering, construction, or DIY projects.
Clamps
Clamps refer to a device used to hold or clamp something in place, typically by applying pressure, often used in construction, welding, and other industries, such as clamping pipes together or holding an object in a specific position.
Clams
Clams are a type of marine bivalve mollusk, characterized by their shell, which is typically round and usually covered with a layer of muscles. They are found in the ocean and are a common food source for many animals, as well as being eaten by humans. In addition to their culinary significance, clams are also valued for their ability to filter water and help keep the ocean clean.
Clamshell
A clamshell is a type of packaging or container that is designed to protect and preserve a product during transportation and storage. It is typically a two-piece container made up of two hinged halves that are connected in the center, allowing the product to be easily opened and closed. The clamshell design is often used to package fragile or delicate items, such as electronic devices, toys, and food products.
Clamshells
Clamshells refer to the hard, protective outer shells of clams, mussels, and other types of bivalve mollusks. These shells are usually composed of two hinged parts, a top and a bottom, that can be opened and closed by the animal. Clamshells are often used as a food source, and they also have cultural and historical significance, particularly in coastal communities that have traditionally relied on shellfishing.
Clan-oriented
The phrase "clan-oriented" refers to someone or something that is focused on or devoted to the interests or well-being of a specific group, family, or community. In a broader sense, it can also mean being more concerned with the interests of one's own group or identity rather than others.
Clan
A clan is a group of people who are related by blood, marriage, or a common bond, often descended from a common ancestor. In some societies, clans are also referred to as tribes or kin groups. The term is often used to describe groups of Highland Scots, Irish, and other Celtic peoples, where a clan is often associated with a particular family, surname, or geographical area. In modern times, the term can also describe a close-knit group of people who share a common interest, goal, or identity.
Clancular
I apologize, but I couldn't find any meaning or definition for the word "clancular". It is possible that it is a misspelling or a word that is not widely used or recognized. Can you please provide more context or information about where you encountered this word?
Clandestine
Clandestine refers to something that is secret or hidden; done or carried out in secret. It can also describe a person, organization, or activity that is secretive and hidden from public view or detection. The word is often used to describe illegal or illicit activities that are conducted secretly.
Clandestinely
In a secretive or hidden manner, often in a way that is intended to avoid being discovered or detected.
Clandestinity
Clandestinity refers to the state of being secretive or hidden, often in order to avoid detection or criticism. It can describe something that is done or exists in a way that is not publicly acknowledged or visible, such as a clandestine meeting, investigation, or activity.
Clanged
The verb "clanged" means to make a loud, sharp, metallic sound, often due to two objects striking each other, typically with a harsh and ringing noise, such as a bell or a metal object falling.
Clanger
A clanger is a noun that refers to a loud noise or a sudden, ear-catching sound. It can also describe a mistake or a blunder that is obvious or embarrassing. For example: "The awkward silence was broken by a loud clanger from the kitchen." Or "I let out a clanger when I accidentally spilled my coffee on my shirt." It can also be used metaphorically to describe a sudden revelation or a dramatic turning point, as in "The news was a clanger that sent shockwaves through the community."