Words Starting With "S"
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Spacer
A space or interval separating things, or a device, such as a disk, used to separate or support other objects.
Spacers
Spacers refer to:<br><br>1. Empty spaces or intervals between things, such as words or objects.<br>2. Special devices or elements used to maintain a specific distance or spacing between parts of a machine or equipment.<br>3. In electronics, spacers can refer to components used to space or separate electrical components or wires.<br>4. In dentistry, spacers are used to widen gaps between teeth before placing dental braces or other orthodontic appliances.<br>5. In chemistry, spacers are small molecules that are inserted into a compound to maintain a specific distance between other molecules.<br>6. In printing and design, spacers are used to maintain a specific margin or space between design elements, such as text and images.<br><br>In general, spacers are used to maintain or control the distance between things, whether it's in a physical or figurative sense.
Spaces
A blank or empty area in writing, printing, or display that separates phrases, sentences, or paragraphs.
Spaceship
A vehicle, typically a large and complex one, designed for travel through outer space, often referred to as a spacecraft.
Spacesuit
A protective garment worn to prevent injury from the harsh conditions of space or space travel, typically consisting of a pressurized onesie with a helmet, oxygen supply, and a life support system.
Spacesuits
A type of protective clothing designed to safeguard astronauts from the harsh conditions of space, typically worn while working outside a spacecraft. It is pressurized and equipped with an oxygen supply, as well as insulation and communication systems to maintain the wearer's safety and comfort in outer space.
Spacewalk
A spacewalk, also known as an extravehicular activity (EVA), is an activity in which an astronaut leaves the spacecraft and explores the external environment of space. This can be done from a space station, a planet's surface, or from another celestial body. The spacewalker uses a pressurized spacesuit to protect themselves from the harsh conditions of space, including extreme temperatures, radiation, and debris. Spacewalks can be performed for a variety of purposes, such as performing repairs, conducting scientific experiments, and upgrading equipment.
Spacewalking
The act of walking or moving about in space, typically while wearing a spacesuit outside a spacecraft or space station. Astronauts perform spacewalks, also known as EVAs (extravehicular activities), to conduct repair or maintenance tasks, or to conduct scientific experiments.
Spacing
Spacing refers to the physical or figurative arrangement of objects or elements at a distance from each other. This can be seen in various contexts:<br><br>1. Physical spacing: In graphic design, interior design, and other visual arts, spacing involves the deliberate arrangement of shapes, lines, and other visual elements to create a balanced and visually appealing composition. Proper spacing can guide the viewer's eye, create hierarchy, and enhance the overall aesthetic.<br>2. Etiquette and social spacing: Social distancing, or physical distancing, refers to maintaining a safe distance between individuals to prevent the spread of illness, particularly during pandemics. This involves keeping a safe space between people, such as on public transportation, in offices, or in public gatherings.<br>3. Data and time spacing: In data analysis and computer science, spacing refers to the time intervals between data points, events, or observations. It can also refer to the arrangement of numerical or categorical data in a specific pattern or interval.<br>4. Pacing or tempo: In music, dance, writing, or performance, spacing can refer to the length of time between rests, beats, or events. This can affect the overall rhythm, flow, or tempo of a piece.<br>5. Spacing words or items: In language and editing, spacing is the act of leaving a gap or space between words, lines, or other elements of text or speech. This can aid in clarity, readability, and comprehension.<br><br>In general, spacing is a fundamental concept that helps create order, balance, and coherence in various fields, from art and design to data analysis and social interaction.
Spacious
Having a lot of space; roomy.<br><br>Example: The spacious living room had high ceilings and large windows that let in plenty of natural light.
Spaciously
Adj. - Used to describe something that has a lot of space between or around it. Not crowded, roomy, or unrestricted.
Spaciousness
The quality of being roomy or extensive in size or capacity; the state of having a lot of space available.
Spadassin
A spadassin is an archaic term for a swordsman, especially a romanticized or fictional one. It originated in the 16th century and is derived from the Italian word "spadaccino," which means "swordsman" or "fencer." In modern English, the term is often used in a humorous or ironic way to refer to a skilled swordsman, superhero, or action hero, especially one with a flamboyant or swashbuckling personality.
Spade
A tool used for digging and moving earth, typically consisting of a flat, wide blade with a handle attached. It can also refer to a type of playing card in the suit of black.
Spadebone
A spadebone is the pelvis of a human being, specifically the lower portion of the spine consisting of the sacrum and the coccyx.
Spaded
past tense of "spade", which can mean:<br><br> to dig or remove soil with a spade: "She spaded the garden yesterday."<br>Or, it can also be a slang word that means:<br><br> to cheat or deceive someone: "He spaded me in the poker game, I lost all my money."
Spadelike
Similar in shape to a spoon but typically with a narrow blade end and a broad handle end, used for scooping up sauces, dressings, etc.
Spades
A spade is a tool with a broad, flat blade, typically having a handle attached at a right angle, used for digging or breaking up the ground.
Spadework
Preliminary or basic work or research that is done to prepare for a more important or detailed project.
Spadiceous
The word "spadiceous" is an adjective that means resembling a beard, especially in color. It can also refer to a plant hair or a pubescent part of a plant that resembles a beard.
Spadicose
Weak or faintly; lacking strength; feeble, as "a spadicose tone of voice, or a spadicose cough".
Spadille
A Spadille is a graphical (hand-drawn) representation of numbers and symbols in cards, particularly in trampolino and strip cards used in variants of the card game Napoleonic, also known as Napoleon.
Spadix
A spadix is a long, thick, and showy spike or spike-like inflorescence that grows from the center of some types of flowers, especially in the Arum family (Araceae). It is often mistaken for a flower itself, but it is actually a modified flower spike that serves as a pollen or nectar reward to attract pollinators. In some species, the spadix may be decorated with bracts, which give the appearance of colorful flowers.
Spadroon
A spadroon is an old-fashioned type of sword or bayonet, typically produced in Europe during the 17th and early 18th centuries. The term "spadroon" was first used by English naval officers in the 17th century to describe the type of guard used on these swords, which had a small , curved or angled guard resembling a spade.
Spae
"Spae" can have two main meanings:<br><br>1. In astronomy and astrology, a spae is a term used to refer to a separate or independent interval of time, often used to describe the period of time between the new moon and the full moon, also known as the waxing phase.<br>2. In some dialects of English, a spae can refer to a particularly narrow or awkward space, especially in a physical environment.
Spaeman
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Spaetzle
Spätzle is a traditional German and Austrian dish made from a simple batter that is dropped through a grating device called a spätzlepresse or spätzles Lieb and boiled in the shape of small noodles or dumplings. The dish is often served as a side dish, typically alongside meat or vegetables.
Spaetzles
Spätzle is a German and Austrian type of noodle, typically homemade, that is often served as a side dish, similar to egg noodles or macaroni. It is characterized by its irregular, egg-based shape and texture. The dough is usually made from a mixture of flour, eggs, salt, and water, and is then pushed through a colander or sieve to create the distinctive noodle shape. Spätzle is often served with meat and vegetable dishes, such as Wiener Schnitzel or goulash, and can also be used in casseroles and pasta bakes. The traditional method of making spätzle is a bit time-consuming, as it requires manually pushing the dough through the colander or sieve to create the noodles, but it is a labor of love that many people enjoy, as it allows for a high degree of customization and control over the texture and shape of the noodles.
Spaffing
Spaffing is an old-fashioned term that means to spread or scatter something, often in a reckless or enthusiastic manner, often used to describe liberally applying paint, glue, or another substance.<br><br>Example: "The sailor was spaffing tar on the boat's hull to waterproof it."
Spaghetti
Spaghetti is a type of long, thin, cylindrical pasta made from flour and eggs, typically made from durum wheat. It is a staple of Italian cuisine and often served with tomato-based sauces.
Spaghettini
Spaghettini is a type of thin, delicate Italian pasta, similar to spaghetti but thinner in diameter. It is typically made from durum wheat semolina and is characterized by its long, fine strands. Spaghettini is often served with light, oil-based sauces to preserve its thin texture and avoid overpowering its delicate flavor. In Italian, the suffix "-ini" is used to indicate a small or diminutive form, so spaghettini can be literally translated to "little spaghettis".
Spago
Spago refers to a type of Italian pasta dish. "Spaghetto" is the Italian word for "little spaghetti", from which the word "spago" is derived.
Spagyric
Spagyric refers to a form of alchemy that aims to combine spiritual, physical, and philosophical principles to create a unification of opposites and to restore something to its original, pure form. This concept emerged in the 17th century and is based on the idea that all matter is a form of spiritual energy. It involves mixing physical and spiritual disciplines to achieve spiritual growth and enlightenment.
Spagyrical
The term "spagyrical" is not a widely recognized word in modern English. However, it appears to be related to the term "spagyric," which refers to alchemy, particularly the early and medieval concept of the art of transforming base metals into gold and discovering the Philosophers' Stone.<br><br>Spagyric is derived from the Greek word "spagyricos," meaning "phylum of the wholeness or gathering all things together," from "spagire," meaning "to extract." Spagyric refers to a practice that involves analyzing and separating substances into their components with the aim of restoring or reconfiguring them to approach a more perfect state.
Spagyrist
A spagyrist is a practitioner of spagyrics, an ancient spiritual and philosophical discipline that originated in medieval Europe, particularly in the school of Paracelsus. Spagyrics is a system of alchemy that aims to heal and transform the body, mind, and spirit by balancing and integrating opposites.<br><br>A spagyrist seeks to understand the interconnectedness of all things and to reconcile the contradictions within themselves and the world around them. This might involve spiritual practices like meditation, yoga, or prayer, as well as the use of ritual and ceremonial elements.<br><br>Spagyric practices often draw upon astrology, Hermeticism, and other forms of esoteric knowledge, with the aim of cultivating wisdom, self-knowledge, and spiritual growth. The spagyrist may also use alchemical principles and methods to Transmute base metals into gold, which can be seen as a metaphor for the transmutation of the self.<br><br>The word "spagyrist" itself comes from the Greek words "spao", meaning "to divide" and "agyros", meaning " reunited or whole". This reflects the spagyrist's goal of reconciling opposites and integrating disparate elements into a unified whole.