English dictionary: words starting with propi

noun

In poland: the right to manufacture, distribute, and sell alcoholic beverages, especially as held exclusively by or leased from a nobleman.

noun

Something presented or offered as a gift; a present; (occasionally) a gratuity. formerly also in extended use: †a tribute in words; a toast (obsolete).

noun

Something presented or offered as a gift; a present; (occasionally) a gratuity. formerly also in extended use: †a tribute in words; a toast (obsolete).

adjective

Nearby, adjacent; = propinquitous .

noun

The state of being close to someone or something; proximity.

Usage examples:

He kept his distance as though afraid propinquity might lead him into temptation

adjective

= propinquitous .

noun

A colourless, acrid, liquid aldehyde, obtained by dehydration of glycerol.

noun

A salt or ester of propionic acid.

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Anaerobic fermentation of the soluble non-starch polysaccharides from psyllium seed results in the …

noun

A colourless, liquid ketone; also called pentan-3-one, diethyl ketone.

noun

A bacterium which metabolizes carbohydrate, some kinds being involved in the fermentation of dairy products and the aetiology of acne.

Usage examples:

The study also monitored skin colonization by antibiotic-resistant propionibacteria.

noun

A bacterium which metabolizes carbohydrate, some kinds being involved in the fermentation of dairy products and the aetiology of acne.

Usage examples:

The study also monitored skin colonization by antibiotic-resistant propionibacteria.

noun

A highly poisonous, colourless liquid with a sweetish odour, used especially in organic synthesis; ethyl cyanide.

noun

A highly poisonous, colourless liquid with a sweetish odour, used especially in organic synthesis; ethyl cyanide.

noun

An acyl radical derived from propionic acid (usually attributive); formerly also called metacetyl.

adjective

Capable of being propitiated or made propitious; appeasable.

adjective

Propitiatory; characterized by propitiation.

verb

Win or regain the favour of (a god, spirit, or person) by doing something that pleases them.

Usage examples:

The pagans thought it was important to propitiate the gods with sacrifices

verb

Win or regain the favour of (a god, spirit, or person) by doing something that pleases them.

Usage examples:

The pagans thought it was important to propitiate the gods with sacrifices

verb

Win or regain the favour of (a god, spirit, or person) by doing something that pleases them.

Usage examples:

The pagans thought it was important to propitiate the gods with sacrifices

verb

Win or regain the favour of (a god, spirit, or person) by doing something that pleases them.

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The pagans thought it was important to propitiate the gods with sacrifices

noun

The action of propitiating or appeasing a god, spirit, or person.

Usage examples:

He lifted his hands in propitiation

adjective

Intended to win or regain the favour of a god, spirit, or person by doing something that pleases them.

Usage examples:

A propitiative sacrifice for the sins of all

noun

A person who propitiates someone or something.

adjective

Intended to please someone and make them feel calm

Usage examples:

A propitiatory gesture

adjective

Giving or indicating a good chance of success; favourable.

Usage examples:

The timing for such a meeting seemed propitious