Words Starting with A

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A

The first letter of the English alphabet, often used as an indefinite article or a preposition.

Retail

The sale of goods to the public in relatively small quantities.

Al

A prefix meaning 'the' in Arabic, commonly used in names and titles.

A Sake

A Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice.

Sake

A Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice.

Asake

A type of sake that is traditionally brewed in Japan.

Aššur

Aššur was the chief god of ancient Assyria and the city that served as the civilization’s religious center.

Al

A prefix meaning 'the' in Arabic, often used in names and titles.

Aah

An interjection expressing pleasure, relief, surprise, or appreciation.

Aak

An Indian milkweed shrub, especially Calotropis gigantea, valued in traditional medicine but toxic in significant amounts.

Aaron

A biblical name borne by the brother of Moses and used as a male given name.

Aaronic

Of or relating to Aaron, the brother of Moses, or to the priestly line traditionally associated with him.

Ab

A prefix meaning 'from' or 'away from'.

Abacist

A person who performs calculations using an abacus.

Aback

In a position or direction that is behind; unexpectedly or in a reverse manner.

Abacot

A ceremonial cap or headdress formerly said to have been worn by English kings and depicted as a double crown.

Abaculus

A small tile or cube used in mosaic work, especially in Roman and later decorative art.

Abacus

A calculating device consisting of a frame with rods or grooves holding movable beads.

Abaft

In or toward the rear part of a ship.

Abalone

A type of marine mollusk known for its iridescent shell and culinary value.