Words Starting With "C"

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Cribbage

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Cribbage is a popular card game that involves counting points for pairs, runs, and combinations of cards. It is typically played with a standard deck of 52 cards, and is often played with two to four players. The game involves dealing six cards to each player, and then scoring points for the cards in their hand. The game is known for its unique scoring system, which rewards players for combining cards in specific ways, such as pairs, runs, and combinations of threes and fives.

Cribbed

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Cribbed: (past tense of "cribble") to take or obtain (something, especially information or an idea) dishonestly or unethically, often by stealing or copying from someone else.

Cribbing

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Cribbing is a verb that means to snatch or take something, especially food, without permission or payment. It can also refer to the act of talking or repeating someone else's words, often verbally or mentally, without giving credit or acknowledgment.

Cribella

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I apologize, but "cribella" is not a commonly used word in the English language. It's possible that it's a misspelling or a word that is not widely recognized. Can you please provide more context or information about where you encountered this word so I can better assist you?

Cribellum

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The cricible is not a commonly used word in everyday English. It refers to a small, internal lobe of the brain which is responsible for spatial awareness and coordination. It is also known as the parietal lobe.

Cribration

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Cribbration is not a commonly used word in English language. However, I'm assuming you meant to type "criboration" which is a rare or obsolete word that means " extraction" or " separation" of something, especially by beating or pounding. <br><br>But more likely, you meant "celebration", which is a noun that refers to a special event or occasion that is commemorated or marked with festivities, feasting, or other forms of rejoicing.

Cribriform

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The word "cribriform" refers to a structure that resembles a sieve or a mesh, having small holes or apertures. In anatomy, it is used to describe a type of tissue or organ that has a porous or spongy appearance, such as the cribriform plate of the ethmoid bone in the skull.

Cribrose

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Cribrose is a rare or obsolete word that refers to a kind of rock or stone. It is a term used to describe the harder, more crystalline sections of granite or other igneous rocks that are filled with darker minerals or pore spaces.

Cribrous

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The adjective "cribrous" refers to something that is having or consisting of small, rough, and jagged edges or projections, often resembling a crab's shell. It can also describe something that is rough and uneven in texture or surface.

Cribs

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Crib refers to a small bed, usually for a baby or young child. It can also refer to a stolen or unauthorized recording of a game or match, such as a sports game, especially a basketball or football game. Additionally, in informal usage, "crib" can mean a place where one grows up or is reared, especially a neighborhood or a city.

Cricetidae

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Cricetidae is a family of rodents that includes hamsters, mice, and voles.

Cricetus

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Cricetus refers to a type of large rodent, also known as the Eurasian hamster or common hamster. It is a nocturnal animal found in various parts of Europe, Asia, and North Africa. The word "cricetus" is from the Latin word "cricetus", meaning "long-tailed activity".

Crichton

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Michael Crichton was an American author, physician, and filmmaker, best known for his genre of science fiction and thriller novels. He wrote many popular books, including "Jurassic Park", "The Lost World", "The Andromeda Strain", and "Westworld".

Crick

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The word "crick" can refer to a sharp, sudden movement of a joint, such as the elbow or knee, which causes a click or crackling sound. For example, "I got a crick in my neck from sleeping on the wrong pillow."

Cricket

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Cricket is a popular team sport played with a bat, ball, and wickets. It is played by two teams, each consisting of 11 players. The objective of the game is to score runs by hitting the ball with a bat and running between two sets of three stumps (called wickets) while the opposing team tries to stop them by bowling the ball and getting the wickets to fall.

Cricketer

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An athlete who plays the sport of cricket, which involves hitting a ball with a bat and running between two sets of three stumps (wickets) while the opposing team tries to stop them by getting the batsmen out.

Cricketers

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Cricketers are professional or amateur athletes who play the sport of cricket.

Cricketing

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"Cricketing" is a variant or informal term for "cricket". It can refer to the sport of cricket, the game carried out by the England national cricket team, or someone who plays cricket.

Crickets

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Crickets refers to the sound made by certain insects, particularly grasshoppers, when they rub their wings together. It can also be used figuratively to describe a quiet or silent atmosphere, often implying a lack of activity, excitement, or conversation. For example, "The movie was so boring that it was crickets in the theater."

Cricklewood

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Cricklewood is a district in the London Borough of Barnet, located 6 miles north-west of central London. It is a major residential area with a diverse population, known for its bustling high street and multicultural community.

Cricks

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I think you meant "crick".<br><br>A crick is a sudden, sharp, and twisting movement or a short, sharp pain or twinge, often in the back or neck. For example: "I felt a crick in my neck while sleeping."

Cricoarytenoid

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Cricoarytenoid refers to a type of joint or attachment that exists between the cricoid cartilage and the arytenoid cartilage, which are two small cartilages located in the larynx (voice box). Specifically, it is a synovial joint that allows limited movement between these two cartilages. This movement is important for vocal cord function, as it helps to adjust the position of the vocal cords to produce different pitches and sounds.

Cricoid

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The cricoid is a ring-shaped cartilage in the larynx (voice box) located below the vocal folds, also known as the epiglottis. It is the most inferior ring-shaped cartilage in the larynx.

Cricopharyngeal

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Cricopharyngeal refers to the narrowest part of the pharynx, which is the passage that connects the throat to the esophagus. It is located above the epiglottis and functions as a valve that opens to allow food and liquids to pass into the esophagus during swallowing, and closes to prevent fluids from entering the lungs.

Cricothyroid

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The cricothyroid muscle is a small muscle in the neck that runs from the cricoid cartilage to the thyroid cartilage. It is said to "cricothyroid" the vocal cord, which means that it is capable of changing the length of the vocal cord. By doing so, it is able to modify the pitch of the voice. In surgical procedures, cricothyrotomy may be performed, which involves making an incision in the cricothyroid membrane to gain access to the airway.

Cricothyroidotomy

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Cricothyroidotomy is a surgical procedure that creates an opening in the cricothyroid membrane, a thin layer of tissue in the neck, to allow for the insertion of a tracheostomy tube. This is typically done in emergency situations when a patient's airway needs to be established quickly, such as in cases of severe trauma, severe respiratory distress, or as a last resort in cases of respiratory failure. The procedure is usually performed by an anesthesiologist, intensivist, or an emergency physician.

Cricothyroids

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Cricothyroids refers to the neck muscles that are involved in respiration. Specifically, it refers to the cricothyroid muscle which is responsible for adjusting the tension of the vocal cords, and the thyrohyoid muscle which is responsible for controlling the opening and closing of the glottis (the opening between the vocal cords). These muscles are important for various functions such as speaking, singing, and even breathing.

Cricothyrotomy

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Cricothyrotomy is a surgical emergency procedure in which an incision is made through the cricothyroid membrane to establish a makeshift airway, typically in patients who are experiencing severe respiratory distress or difficulty breathing. The cricothyroid membrane is a thin layer of tissue located between the cricoid cartilage and the thyroid cartilage in the voice box.

Cricotracheal

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The word "cricotracheal" refers to the region where the cricoid cartilage and the trachea meet. This region is also known as the cricoid membrane. It is a critical area in the human neck that plays a vital role in respiration, and abnormalities in this region can cause serious respiratory problems, such as respiratory distress syndrome.

Cried

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To cry is to produce tears as a result of strong emotions, such as sadness, grief, joy, or pain. It is a natural human response to express or release strong emotions.

Crier

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A crier is someone who cries out or announces news loudly, usually in a public place. For example, a town crier would declare important announcements or news to the public in a town or city square. The word can also apply to someone who makes a lot of noise or fuss about something, often loudly complaining or protesting.

Criers

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A crier is a person who cries loudly and publicly, often to express grief, distress, or outrage. It can also refer to a town-crier or a herald who proclaims official announcements or news in a town or city.

Cries

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Verbs:<br><br> Cries: past tense of cry, meaning to produce tears and a pitiful sound as a result of strong emotions such as sadness, pain, or distress.<br> Crying: the act of producing tears and a pitiful sound.<br><br>Nouns:<br><br> Cries: loud, shrill, or plaintive sounds, especially those made by a person in pain, distress, or sorrow.<br> Cry: a loud, shrill, or plaintive sound, especially one of pain, distress, or sorrow, made by a person.

Crikey

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Crikey is a slang expression that is commonly used in Australia to express surprise, shock, or excitement. It can be used in various ways, such as to react to something unexpected, to show frustration or annoyance, or to add emphasis to a statement. For example: "Crikey, I didn't expect that to happen!" or "Crikey, this traffic is terrible!" It's often used to add a touch of humor or informality to a conversation.

Crim

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The word "crim" is likely an abbreviation for "crime". In this context, it refers to an illegal or wrong act, typically considered to be serious and punishable by law.

Crime-ridden

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The adjective "crime-ridden" describes a place, area, or community that has a high number of crimes or criminal activity, often in a way that is persistent and ongoing. This term is often used to convey a sense of fear, danger, and disorder.