Words Starting With "S"
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S.o.s.
S.O.S. is an acronym for "Save Our Ship" or "Save Our Souls", but it's more commonly known as a distress signal. It's a famous Morse code sequence used to indicate a life-threatening emergency at sea, often in radio communications.
S.p.q.r.
S.P.Q.R. is an acronym that stands for the Latin phrase "Senatus PopulusQue Romanus," which translates to "The Senate and the People of Rome." This phrase was an official inscription on many Roman coins and monuments, and it symbolized the collective authority of the Roman Senate and the citizenry.
S.s.
The abbreviation "s.s." can have multiple meanings depending on the context. Here are a few possible interpretations:<br><br>1. Substantial: "S.S." is an abbreviation for the adjective "substantial," meaning of sufficient amount or quality.<br><br>2. Stylish Sensibility: "S.S." can refer to an updated or edition of a fashion brand, for example, a Louis Vuitton S.S. (Spring/Summer) collection.<br><br>3. Secondary School: "S.S." is often used as an abbreviation for Secondary School, particularly in some regions.<br><br>4. Saint Sixtus: In Catholic tradition, Saint Sixtus (S.S.) refers to different popes who were named Sixtus.<br><br>5. General cargo ship: In maritime, "s.s." is an abbreviation for Steam Ship.
S.u.v.
SUV stands for Sport Utility Vehicle. It is a type of vehicle that is designed to be versatile and can be driven both on and off-road. It typically has a high ground clearance and is often equipped with features such as four-wheel drive, spacious interior, and cargo space.
Sa
The word "sa" has multiple possible meanings depending on the context. Here are some possible interpretations:<br><br>1. A prefix used in various words in the English language, meaning "with" or "together with", as in "sofa" or "safety".<br>2. A variable in programming, where "sa" might be used as a shorthand for "salt" or "salary" among other things. <br>3. A contraction of the word "either" or "sometimes" in informal American English, often used in texting or speech.
Saab
Saab can refer to several things, depending on the context:<br><br>1. Saab (company): Saab was a Swedish aerospace, defence, and security company based in Linköping, Sweden. It was founded in 1937 and produced military aircraft, as well as cars and other products. The company went bankrupt in 2014, but the rights to the brand and technology were sold to various companies.<br><br>2. Saab (aircraft manufacturer): Under this meaning, Saab is one of the leading manufacturers of military aircraft and defense systems, and has manufactured several famous models such as the Saab 35 Draken and the Saab 37 Viggen.<br><br>3. Saab Automobile: Saab Automobile AB was a Swedish automobile manufacturer based in Trollhättan, Sweden. Founded in 1947, it was known for its unique designs, particularly the Saab 9000 and Saab 9-3 models.<br><br>4. Saab (disambiguation): Saab can also refer to surname.<br><br>5. Nordic country naming: "Saab" is a common name in Northern Sweden (Lappland and Northern parts of Norrbotten county).<br><br>6. In Norse mythology, Saab was one of the names of the god Thor's horse.
Saad
Saad (نية سعد) can have multiple meanings depending on the context:<br><br>1. <strong>Happy or fortunate</strong>: In Arabic and Urdu, "Saad" (سَعَد) can mean happiness, good fortune, or prosperity.<br>2. <strong>Smith</strong>: In some countries, "Saad" is a surname, an occupational surname for a blacksmith, derived from the Arabic word for "good fortune" or "blooming".<br>3. <strong>A person's name</strong>: Saad can be used as a given name, originating from Arabic or Indian culture, often holding connotations of good fortune or prosperity.<br><br>Please provide more context for a more specific definition.
Saadi
Saadi (also known as Musharraf al-Din ibn Muslih al-Din Sa'di Shirazi) was a 13th-century Persian poet, writer, and philosopher from Shiraz, Iran. He is best known for his famous work, "The Meadows of Devotion" and also for his didactic poetry, in the style of Ferdowsi, author of the Shahnameh.<br><br>The word "Saadi" is also used in the following contexts:<br><br> A name for a family or ethnic group: In some cultures, "Saadi" is a surname or a term used to refer to people from the ethnic group of South Asia, particularly from India and Pakistan.<br> A type of sweet or dessert: In some parts of South Asia, "Saadi" is a type of sweet dish made with semolina flour, sugar, and ghee (clarified butter).<br><br>However, the most significant and well-known association with the name "Saadi" is with the 13th-century Persian poet and philosopher.
Saakashvili
Mikheil Saakashvili was a Georgian politician and statesman who served as the third president of Georgia from 2004 to 2013. He was a key figure in the Rose Revolution, which brought him to power, and implemented reforms aimed at modernizing Georgia's economy and integrating it into Western institutions. However, his presidency was also marked by controversy and authoritarian tendencies.<br><br>He is known for:<br><br>1. Reforms: Implemented major reforms in the economy, justice system, and media.<br>2. EU Integration: Led Georgia's bid to join the European Union and NATO.<br>3. Conflict with Russia: Faced two major conflicts with Russia, the Five-Day War in 2008 and the Russo-Georgian war over the breakaway regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia.<br>4. Authoritarian tendencies: Faced criticism for suppressing opposition, harassing the media, and consolidating power.<br>5. Exile and current activities: Saakashvili served as the governor of the Odessa region in Ukraine but was fired in 2017. He was later sentenced in absentia to 3.5 years in prison in Georgia and stripped of his citizenship. He currently lives in exile in the UK.
Saale
"Saale" can have multiple meanings depending on the context, but here are a few possible interpretations:<br><br> In German, "Saale" is a common adjective that means "giant" or "of great size".<br> In Germany, the Saale is also a river, one of the longest in the country.<br> In colloquial British English, "saale" is sometimes used as a slang or informal expression of dismay or surprise, similar to "good grief" or "for Pete's sake".<br><br>Could you provide more context about where you encountered the word "saale"?
Saami
The word "Saami" has a few possible interpretations, depending on the context:<br><br>1. <strong>Saami people</strong>: In linguistics, anthropology, and history, Saami refers to the indigenous people who inhabit the northern parts of Scandinavia, specifically in Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia. They are also known as Lapps or Laplanders.<br>2. <strong>Sammi (music)</strong>: In music, Sami is also the name of Samantha "Sammi" Giancola, an American reality TV personality and DJ.
Saanich
The word "Saanich" has multiple meanings depending on the context.<br><br>1. Geographical location: Saanich is a district located just north of Victoria, the capital city of the Canadian province of British Columbia. Saanich is a thriving municipality with a population of over 114,000 people.<br>2. Indigenous people: The Saanich are a First Nations people indigenous to Saanich Peninsula on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. They are a part of the Coast Salish Nation.<br>3. Cultural reference: The term Saanich is used to describe a style of basket weaving that originated from the Saanich people. Saanich basket weaving is a traditional art form that involves creating functional and decorative baskets from cedar bark and grasses.
Saar
The word "saar" can have several meanings depending on the context. <br><br>1. Saar can refer to the Saar River, a river in Germany.<br>2. Saar can also refer to the Saarland region in Germany, which is a small federal state located in western Germany, bordering France.<br>3. Saar is also a word that refers to a slope or a precipice, especially one on a hillside or cliff, often steep and difficult to climb.<br>4. Saar is a type of sword that originated in Persia (modern-day Iran) known for its curved shape.<br>5. In many languages, particularly Germanic languages, a Saar can be a unit of measurement for acidity or alkalinity, similar to a pH scale, used to express the properties of a solution in chemistry.<br><br>If you provide more context or information about what you mean by "saar", I can provide more specific details.
Saarbrucken
Saarbrücken is a city in Germany. It is the capital of the state of Saarland and is located on the Saar River in western Germany.
Saarc
The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is an economic and political organization of eight member states located in South Asia. <br><br>The member countries are:<br><br>1. Bangladesh<br>2. Bhutan<br>3. India<br>4. Maldives<br>5. Nepal<br>6. Pakistan<br>7. Sri Lanka<br>8. Afghanistan<br><br>SAARC aims to promote economic, social, and cultural cooperation among its member states, and to improve regional peace and stability.
Saarinen
Eero Saarinen was a Finnish-American architect and designer. The word "saarinen" can refer to one of his descendants, or possibly to his work.
Saarland
Saarland is a federal state (Bundesland) in western Germany, located in the western part of the country. It is the smallest state of Germany by area, and is bordered by France to the west and the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate to the north. Saarbrücken is the state capital of Saarland.
Saatchi
The word "Saatchi" can refer to several different things, but most commonly it's associated with a British advertising agency and later a doping scandal involving a Russian athlete. <br><br>However, I think you might be referring to Charles Saatchi, the advertising executive who co-founded the Saatchi & Saatchi advertising agency, a well-known global agency with a long history. <br><br>The agency was at the height of its powers during the 1984 U.S. presidential election when Saatchi's "Labour Isn't Working" ads made headlines for their role in the Conservative Party's campaign.<br><br>Alternatively, the name Saatchi is also associated with the doping case centered around Russian javelin thrower Mariya Abakumova, who was referred to by a pseudonym but was subsequently revealed by the name Sasha Saatchi.
Saba
Saba can have multiple meanings based on context, but here are a few possible interpretations:<br><br>1. Saba is a name. It can be a given name for both boys and girls, derived from various languages including Arabic, Hebrew, and Japanese.<br>2. Saba, in Arabic, means "oak tree" or "forest" and is the name of a region in Yemen, now known as the Saba' District.<br>3. In English, Saba is the name of the seventh star of the constellation Cassiopeia, and is approximately 1000 light-years away from Earth.<br>4. Saba is also the name of a high mountain in the Caucasus, between Russia and Georgia, which can be translated as "peak" or "highest point".<br>5. In the Quran, Shubbot Saba or Sawab is the name of a region in present-day Ethiopia, which is known for its fertile soil, represented as an example of an extremely fertile place, which will ultimately replenish its soil.<br><br>There may be other contexts in which Saba is used that you're not aware of.
Sabachthani
"Sabachthani" (also spelled "Sabachthani" or "Sabacthani") is a word from the Greek New Testament that is recorded in Mark 15:34.<br><br>The Greek word "σάβαχθανί" (Sabachthani) is an Aramaic phrase. In Aramaic, the phrase is actually "Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani" or "Eloí, Eloí, lama sabachthani" in Hebrewized form.<br><br>Loosely translated, "sabachthani" means "Why hast thou forsaken me?" or "Why have you abandoned me?"<br><br>In the biblical context, the phrase is a quote believed to be the final words of Jesus on the cross before he died, expressing his feelings of despair and abandonment by God the Father.
Sabaean
The Sabaean language was a Semitic language spoken in the ancient Sabaean Kingdom, which was located in what is now Yemen. However, the term "Sabaean" can also refer to the people who lived in the region. <br><br>In ancient times, the Sabaeans were a prominent tribe that ruled a powerful kingdom, which was known for its sophisticated civilization and culture. They were established in the 8th century BCE and were known for their trade and diplomatic relations with other ancient civilizations.
Sabaeanism
Sabaeanism (also known as Sabaism) was a pre-Islamic Arabian monotheistic religion that originated in the region of Saba (modern-day Yemen). It was a polytheistic religion, but with a strong emphasis on the worship of one main deity, Hubal, who was considered the chief god of the Sabaeans.<br><br>However, the core concept of Sabaeanism was one of a single, all-encompassing divine entity, often referred to as a "Supreme God". In practice, this brought about a system of monotheistic polytheism, where the various gods and goddesses worshipped by the Sabaeans were considered as manifestations or aspects of that Supreme God.<br><br>The scribes of the Sabaeans claimed that there was only one God in their system, but there may have been numerous intermediaries, angel-like beings, region-specific spirits and totems.
Sabaeans
The Sabaeans were an ancient civilization that flourished in the southern part of the Arabian Peninsula, specifically in the region of Saba' in present-day Yemen. They were a Semitic people who spoke the Sabaeic language, which was an Ethiopian-Semitic language closely related to Old South Arabian.<br><br>The Sabaeans were known for their sophisticated culture, which was heavily influenced by the ancient kingdoms of the Near East. They were skilled metalworkers, particularly in the casting of bronze and gold, and their kingdom was famous for its luxury goods, including glassware, textiles, and perfumes.<br><br>The Sabaeans were also known for their impressive architectural achievements, particularly in the field of temple construction. They built grand temples, tombs, and cities, often incorporating elaborate carvings, sculptures, and other decorative elements.<br><br>The Sabaeans were defeated by the Himyarites in 107 AD, marking the end of their kingdom.<br><br>The Sabaeans left behind a rich cultural legacy, including their script, language, and architectural traditions, which have had a significant impact on the development of subsequent civilizations in the region.
Sabah
The word "sabah" can have multiple meanings, depending on the context. Here are a few possible interpretations:<br><br>1. In Malay and Indonesian languages, "sabah" refers to the morning, Dawn, or early morning.<br>2. In Arabic, "sabah" (ساعة) means daytime or mid-day, often translated to English as "morning" or "daylight".<br>3. It can also be a term used in English to refer to the TRS (Telestate Relay Service) or Sabah Animal Ambulance in the state of Sabah in East Malaysia.
Sabaism
Sabaism refers to a type of ancient mythology and spiritual practice centered on the worship of Sabaoth or Sabazius, a god from ancient Near Eastern mythology. Sabaism was a form of Gnosticism that originated in the Mediterranean region during the late Hellenistic and early Roman periods. It was characterized by a complex cosmology and a system of spiritual beliefs that emphasized the importance of the divine and the afterlife. Sabaists believed in a supreme god, Sabaoth, who was responsible for creating the world and governing the processes of nature.
Sabal
The word "sabal" can have multiple meanings, depending on the context in which it is used. However, one possible interpretation is that it refers to the sabal palm tree, which is a type of palm tree native to the Americas. It is also known as the palmetto palm or the cabbage palm. Would you like me to clarify any other possible meanings or aspects of the sabal palm tree?
Sabaoth
Sabaoth is an archaic word for "hosts" or "armies" in Hebrew, specifically referring to the heavenly host or the divine armies. In theological and esoteric contexts, it is used to convey the idea of a multitude or assembly of divine beings, often associated with angelic or spiritual entities.<br><br>In the New Testament, the word "Sabaoth" is used in Acts 7:43, quoted from Amos 9:12, to emphasize the power of God and the gathering of his forces.<br><br>In some traditional and esoteric Christian teachings, the name "Sabaoth" is associated with the concept of the hosts of heaven or the angelic hierarchy, often represented by the phrase "Lord of Sabaoth" or "Sabaoth of the Lord," emphasizing the divine authority and sovereignty of God.
Sabarmati
The Sabarmati is a river located in the state of Gujarat in western India. It originates in the Aravalli Range of the Ujjain-Ahmedabad region and flows into the Gulf of Khambhat of the Arabian Sea. <br><br>The river's name is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Sapta Apagu', which means "seven winds". It is approximately 371 kilometers long and passes through major cities such as Mehsana, Ahmedabad, and Kheda.<br><br>The river's fast pace and rich history have made it not only an important source of water for the region but also a significant site for spiritual, cultural, and historical exploration.
Sabatier
A Sabatier knife is a type of chef's knife with a curved or straight blade and a rounded tip. It is used for chopping and slicing various ingredients, such as vegetables, meat, and herbs.<br><br>Marius Sabatier was a French knife maker who created this type of knife in the late 19th century. The Sabatier knife is known for its high quality and durability, making it a popular choice among chefs and home cooks.<br><br>Alternatively, a Sabatier can also refer to the Sabatier process, which is a method of vitamin B12 production.<br><br>In machine learning and AI, the term Sabatier loss is used to describe a type of loss function that is used in adversarial training.<br><br>In chemistry, a Sabatier reaction is a type of reaction between a metal and hydrogen that produces methane and hydrogen gas.<br><br>(None of these are related to the original meaning of the term, which originated from the knife)
Sabaton
Sabaton is a Swedish power metal band known for their historical theme lyrics, often focusing on warfare, battles, and notable military leaders throughout history. The band's music typically features powerful and epic choruses, coupled with detailed storytelling in their song titles and lyrics.
Sabbatarian
A person believes that the Sabbath should be kept holy and that it is wrong to work or engage in leisure activities on the Sabbath. This refers to the practice of observing the seventh day of the week, from Friday evening to Saturday evening, as a day of rest and worship.