Useful english dictionary. 2012.
stalking-horse — stalk′ing horse n. 1) a horse, or a figure of a horse, behind which a hunter hides in stalking game 2) anything used to mask one s true plans; pretext 3) gov a political candidate put forth to conceal the candidacy of another person or to draw… … From formal English to slang
stalking horse — stalk|ing horse [ stɔkıŋ,hɔrs ] noun count 1. ) an action intended to hide what someone is really trying to do 2. ) someone who pretends to want a public office to make it easier for someone else in the same political party to win the office… … Usage of the words and phrases in modern English
Stalking-horse — Stalk ing horse (st[add]k [i^]ng h[^o]rs ), n. 1. A horse, or a figure resembling a horse, behind which a hunter conceals himself from the game he is aiming to kill. [1913 Webster] 2. Fig.: Something used to cover up a secret project; a mask; a… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
er — er·i·an·thus; er·ic; er·i·ca; er·i·ca·ce·ae; er·i·cad; er·i·ca·les; er·i·ce·tal; er·i·ce·tic·o·lous; er·i·coid; er·i·co·phyte; erig·er·on; er·i·glos·sa; er·ik·ite; er·i·na·ceous; er·i·na·ceus; er·in·ite; er·i·nose; er·i·o·bot·rya;… … English syllables
Diminutive — In language structure, a diminutive,[1] or diminutive form (abbreviated dim), is a formation of a word used to convey a slight degree of the root meaning, smallness of the object or quality named, encapsulation, intimacy, or endearment.[2][3] It… … Wikipedia
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Textile manufacturing terminology — The manufacture of textiles is one of the oldest of human technologies. In order to make textiles, the first requirement is a source of fibre from which a yarn can be made, primarily by spinning. (Both fibre and fiber are used in this article.)… … Wikipedia
List of The Wedge characters and sketches — This is a list of the characters and sketches on the Australian sketch show, The Wedge.eason One Lucy Webster skitsSeasons 1 and 2 *Lucy Webster (Rebel Wilson) Lucy is an overweight, outcast schoolgirl who stalks a boy she likes (named Dylan ),… … Wikipedia
support — I (New American Roget s College Thesaurus) Maintenance Nouns 1. (financial support) support, maintenance, upkeep, sustenance. See aid. 2. (foundation) ground, foundation, groundwork, substratum, base, basis; terra firma; purchase, grip, footing,… … English dictionary for students
