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Petty

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Short Definition : trivial; unimportant; very small; small-minded; petty-minded

petty = ক্ষুদ্র , তেমন গুরুত্বপূর্ণ নহে , গৌণ , তুচ্ছ , সামান্য

  • *petty quarrel** = 1. নটখট 2. নটখটে
  • *petty officer** = 1. ক্ষুদ্র অফিসার 2. ক্ষুদে অফিসার
  • *a petty penny** = মোটা টাকা
  • *petty theft** = ছোট চুরি
  • *petty cash** = বিবিধ ব্যাপারে প্রাপ্ত বা প্রদেয় সামান্য টাকাকড়ি
  • *petty cash book** = ক্ষুদ্র রোকড় বই
  • *petty construction and repairs** = ক্ষুদ্র নির্মাণ ও সংস্কার
  • *petty repair** = ছোটখাটো মেরামত
  • *petty bourgeois** = নিম্ন মধ্যবিত্ত শ্রেণীর লোক
  • *petty offence** = লঘু অপরাধ

Definition

(adj) contemptibly narrow in outlook

Synonyms : small-minded

Example Sentence

  • petty little comments
  • disgusted with their small-minded pettiness

Definition
(adj) (informal) small and of little importance

Synonyms : fiddling , footling , lilliputian , little , niggling , picayune , piddling ,piffling , trivial

Definition
(noun) larceny of property having a value less than some amount (the amount varies by locale)

Synonyms : petit larceny , petty larceny

Definition
(adj) inferior in rank or status

Synonyms : junior-grade , lower-ranking , lowly , secondary , subaltern

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petulant

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Short Definition : touchy; peevish; ill-tempered

প্রগল্ভ

The pet - u - lent me is getting me irritated

Definition
(adj) easily irritated or annoyed

Synonyms : cranky , fractious , irritable , nettlesome , peckish , peevish , pettish ,scratchy , techy , testy , tetchy

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phalanx

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Short Definition : formation of infantry carrying overlapping shields and long spears; group of men packed together (for attack or defense)

প্রাচীন গ্রীক পদাতিকদের ঘনবিন্যস্ত বূহ্যবিশেষ , সংঘবদ্ধ বা সংগ�� িত দল

Remeber Gerard Butler’s movie.. 300. The way those 300 spartans fought is Phalanx

Definition
(noun) any of the bones of the fingers or toes

Definition
(noun) any closely ranked crowd of people

Definition
(noun) a body of troops in close array

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pharisaical

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Short Definition : pertaining to the Pharisees, who paid scrupulous attention to tradition; self-righteous; hypocritical

Pharisaical contains HARI and SAI all GOD name so Pharisaical means pious

Definition
(adj) excessively or hypocritically pious

Synonyms : holier-than-thou , pharisaic , pietistic , pietistical , sanctimonious ,self-righteous

Example Sentence

  • a sickening sanctimonious smile
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pharisee

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Short Definition : Pharisee: member of an ancient Jewish group that emphasized strict observance of the Mosaic law (considering themselves very holy); hypocritical self-righteous person

প্রাচীন ইহুদিজাতির অন্তর্ভুক্ত ধার্মিক ও আচারনিষ্�� বলিয়া খ্যাত সম্প্রদায়বিশেষ

It sud be Farsee but they taught as pharisee ..so it became nokol…

Definition
(noun) a self-righteous or sanctimonious person

Definition
(noun) a member of an ancient Jewish sect noted for strict obedience to Jewish traditions

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philanderer

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Short Definition : faithless lover; flirt

প্রেমিক (N), নাগর (N), পুরুষছিনাল (N)

phil =love ander= under> faithless lover will say that

PHILANDERER - PHIR HE LANDED ON HER. A womaniser cannot keep himself away from women.

some one who feels underwear must be a chilan…:)

Definition
(noun) a man who likes many women and has short sexual relationships with them

Synonyms : womaniser , womanizer

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philanthropist

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Short Definition : lover of mankind; doer of good; N. philanthropy

Definition
(noun) someone who makes charitable donations intended to increase human well-being
Synonyms : altruist

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philatelist

: Philately is the study of stamps and postal history and other related items.

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Short Definition : stamp-collector; N. philately: stamp collecting

ডাকটিকের্টসংগ্রহকারী (N)

phil + ATLAS = loves atlas and hence collect stamps of the countries on the atlas

Definition
(noun) a collector and student of postage stamps

Synonyms : stamp collector

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Philistine

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Short Definition : narrow-minded person, uncultured and exclusively interested in material gain; uncultured person who is indifferent to artistic and cultural values; member of an ancient people in Palestine; OP. aesthe

দক্ষিণ-পশ্চিম প্যালেষ্টাইনের বহিরাগত প্রাচীন অধিবাসী , বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের সহিত সম্বন্ধশূণ্য ব্যক্তি

heard of palestine gang? they are narrow minded and uncultured..

Definition
(noun) a person who is uninterested in intellectual pursuits

Synonyms : anti-intellectual , lowbrow

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(noun) a member of an Aegean people who settled ancient Philistia around the 12th century BC

Definition
(adj) of or relating to ancient Philistia or its culture or its people

Definition
(adj) smug and ignorant and indifferent or hostile to artistic and cultural values

Synonyms : anti-intellectual

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philology

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Short Definition : study of language or words

ভাষাবিজ্ঞান , ভাষাবিদ্যা

Phil Collins was a philanderer running after girls, when 1 girl slapped him. He then became a philanthropist after being penitent about his acts.He started a huge business of collecting stamps; he became a philatelist.

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phlegmatic

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Short Definition : calm and unexcitable; not easily disturbed; CF. phlegm: sticky mucus produced in the respiratory tract

phlegmatic -> plleg (flag) when we hoist a FLAG we have the AUTOMATIC reaction be calm and unexcited.

Definition
(adj) showing little emotion

Synonyms : phlegmatical

Example Sentence

  • a phlegmatic…and certainly undemonstrative man
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phobia

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Short Definition : morbid fear

আতঙ্ক , বিতৃষ্ণা , ঘৃণা

ombro-phobia = বর্ষাণাতঙ্ক

Definition
(noun) an anxiety disorder characterized by extreme and irrational fear of simple things or social situations

Synonyms : phobic disorder , phobic neurosis

Example Sentence

  • phobic disorder is a general term for all phobias
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phoenix

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Short Definition : symbol of immortality or rebirth; Ex. phoenix rising from its ashes

রূপকথার পক্ষি বিশেষ

As the Immortal bird in Harry Potter

Definition
(noun) the state capital and largest city located in south central Arizona; situated in a former desert that has become a prosperous agricultural area thanks to irrigation

Synonyms : capital of arizona

Definition
(noun) a large monocotyledonous genus of pinnate-leaved palms found in Asia and Africa

Synonyms : genus phoenix

Definition
(noun) a legendary Arabian bird said to periodically burn itself to death and emerge from the ashes as a new phoenix; according to most versions only one phoenix lived at a time and it renewed itself every 500 years

Definition
(noun) a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Tucana and Sculptor

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phylum

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Short Definition : major classification, second to kingdom, of plants and animals; category ranking below a kingdom and above a class; division

phylum..sounds like file ‘em…file them…classify them!

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(noun) (linguistics) a large group of languages that are historically related

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(noun) (biology) the major taxonomic group of animals and plants; contains classes

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physiognomy

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Short Definition : face (as showing the character and the mind); art of judging human character from facial features

চেহারা বিশেষতঃ মুখাকৃতি বিচার পূর্বক চরিত্রনির্ণয়বিদ্যা , চেহেরা , বাহ্যিক গন

the PHYSIcal part of my body by which people easily identify nd kNO ME is my face

Definition
(noun) the human face (kisser' and smiler’ and mug' are informal terms for face’ and `phiz’ is British)

Synonyms : countenance , kisser , mug , phiz , smiler , visage

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piebald

A piebald or pied animal is one that has a spotting pattern of large unpigmented, usually white, areas of hair, feathers, or scales and normally pigmented patches, generally black.

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Short Definition : of different colors; mottled; spotted in different colors (esp. in black and white); Ex. piebald horse; CF. pie+bald

স্থানে স্থানে সাদা ও কাল বর্ণযুক্ত

piebald -> remember pie chart which is generally of different colors

Definition
(adj) having sections or patches colored differently and usually brightly

Synonyms : calico , motley , multi-color , multi-colored , multi-colour , multi-coloured ,multicolor , multicolored , multicolour , multicoloured , painted , particolored ,particoloured , pied , varicolored , varicoloured

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piecemeal

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Short Definition : one part at a time; gradually; in stages; Ex. read a novel piecemeal

খণ্ডে খণ্ডে (Adv.), টুকরা টুকরা হইয়া (Adv.), টুকরা টুকরা করিয়া (Adv.), টুকরা টুকরাভাবে (Adv.), একর্টু একটু করিয়া (Adv.)

Definition
(adj) one thing at a time

Synonyms : bit-by-bit , in small stages , step-by-step , stepwise

Definition
(adv) a little bit at a time

Synonyms : bit by bit , in stages , little by little

Example Sentence

  • the research structure has developed piecemeal

Definition
(adj) one thing at a time

Synonyms : bit-by-bit , in small stages , step-by-step , stepwise

Definition
(adv) a little bit at a time

Synonyms : bit by bit , in stages , little by little

Example Sentence

  • the research structure has developed piecemeal
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pied

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Short Definition : piebald; variegated(many-colored); multicolored

পাদদেশ

remember pie chart which has different colors

Definition
(adj) having sections or patches colored differently and usually brightly

Synonyms : calico , motley , multi-color , multi-colored , multi-colour , multi-coloured ,multicolor , multicolored , multicolour , multicoloured , painted , particolored ,particoloured , piebald , varicolored , varicoloured

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piety

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Short Definition : devoutness; reverence for God; ADJ. pious

piety = ধার্মিকতা , কর্তব্যনিষ্�� া , ভক্তি , ধর্মানুরাগ

  • *deed of piety** = সুকৃতি
  • *filial piety** = 1. মাতাপিতার প্রতি সন্তানের যোগ্য আচরণ 2. মাতাপিতার সেবা

Pie+tea if we get a pie and a tea when we are hungry we thank god and devout to him. Or else when we need them we devout to god…

Definition
(noun) righteousness by virtue of being pious

Synonyms : piousness

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pilfer

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Short Definition : steal things of small value; filch; snitch

ছিঁচকে চুরি করা

Pills le kar farar ho gaya.

Definition
(verb) make off with belongings of others

Synonyms : abstract , cabbage , filch , hook , lift , nobble , pinch , purloin , snarf , sneak ,swipe

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pillage

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Short Definition : plunder

লু�� তরাজ , লুন্�� িত বস্তুসমূহ , লু�� ের মাল , লু�� তরাজ করা

Pirate+Village=Pillage

Definition
(noun) goods or money obtained illegally

Synonyms : booty , dirty money , loot , plunder , prize , swag

Definition
(noun) the act of stealing valuable things from a place

Synonyms : pillaging , plundering

Example Sentence

  • the plundering of the Parthenon
  • his plundering of the great authors

Definition
(verb) steal goods; take as spoils

Synonyms : despoil , foray , loot , plunder , ransack , reave , rifle , strip

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pillory

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Short Definition : punish by placing in a wooden frame or pillory; subject or expose to criticism and ridicule; N.

Pillory: The word pillor stands out. Visualise a person being tied to a pillar as a punishment.

Definition
(noun) a wooden instrument of punishment on a post with holes for the wrists and neck; offenders were locked in and so exposed to public scorn

Definition
(verb) expose to ridicule or public scorn

Synonyms : gibbet

Definition
(verb) punish by putting in a pillory

Definition
(verb) criticize harshly or violently

Synonyms : blast , crucify , savage

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pinch

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Short Definition : squeeze between the thumb and a finger, or other edges; Ex. I had to pinch myself to make sure I wasn’t dreaming. N: amount that can be held between the thumb and a finger

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pine

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Short Definition : long for; yearn; languish from longing or grief; decline

আকুলভাবে আকাঙ্খা করা

  • *pine-needle** = পাইন-গাছের সুচের ন্যায় আকার্বিশিষ্ট পাতা
  • *peak and pine** = ক্ষয়িত হওয়া

pine(verb):Have a desire for something or someone who is not present there. Mera dost jab WINE pe leta hai tab he starts pining for his girlfriend.

Definition
(noun) a coniferous tree

Synonyms : pine tree , true pine

Definition
(noun) straight-grained durable and often resinous white to yellowish timber of any of numerous trees of the genus Pinus

Definition
(verb) have a desire for something or someone who is not present

Synonyms : ache , languish , yearn , yen

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pinion
**Short Definition** : restrain or immobilize by binding the wings or legs; N: bird's wing পাখির ডানা , পাখির ডানার সর্বশেষ বা সর্ববহিস্থঃ গ্রন্থি PINION ~ PIN+ON; when we PIN something, it will hold it and thereby prevent it from flying away .. (bind the arms of something) _Definition_ (noun) a gear with a small number of teeth designed to mesh with a larger wheel or rack * * * _Definition_ (noun) any of the larger wing or tail feathers of a bird _Synonyms_ : [flight feather](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/flight%20feather) , [quill](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/quill) , [quill feather](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/quill%20feather) * * * _Definition_ (noun) wing of a bird _Synonyms_ : [pennon](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pennon) * * * _Definition_ (verb) bind the arms of _Synonyms_ : [shackle](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/shackle) * * * _Definition_ (verb) cut the wings off (of birds) ![English to Bengali meaning of pinion](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PINION.JPG)
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pinnace ![](https://i.duckduckgo.com/i/473ddc8d.jpg) A pinnace is one of two marine craft, the first a small vessel used as a tender to larger vessels amongst other things, and the second a ship rigged vessel popular in northern waters through the 17th-19th centuries.
**Short Definition** : small boat রণতরী-সংলগ্ন if you dont have "P"roper FINANCE.....then you can only buy a pinnance _Definition_ (noun) a boat for communication between ship and shore _Synonyms_ : [cutter](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/cutter) , [ship's boat](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/ship's%20boat) , [tender](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/tender) ![English to Bengali meaning of pinnace](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PINNACE.JPG)
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pinnacle ![](https://i.duckduckgo.com/i/98de0cd1.jpg) A pinnacle is an architectural ornament originally forming the cap or crown of a buttress or small turret, but afterwards used on parapets at the corners of towers and in many other situations.
**Short Definition** : peak; highest point; acme; Ex. pinnacle of fame আট্টালিকাদির চূড়া "Pina + ekkali" to reach peak _Definition_ (noun) a lofty peak * * * _Definition_ (verb) surmount with a pinnacle _Example Sentence_ * pinnacle a pediment * * * _Definition_ (verb) raise on or as if on a pinnacle _Example Sentence_ * He did not want to be pinnacled _Definition_ (noun) (architecture) a slender upright spire at the top of a buttress of tower * * * _Definition_ (noun) the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development _Synonyms_ : [acme](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/acme) , [elevation](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/elevation) , [height](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/height) , [meridian](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/meridian) , [peak](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/peak) , [summit](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/summit) , [superlative](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/superlative) , [tiptop](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/tiptop) , [top](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/top) ![English to Bengali meaning of pinnacle](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PINNACLE.JPG)
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piquant
**Short Definition** : pleasantly tart-tasting; spicy; pleasantly stimulating; Ex. piquant situation when my old enemy asked for my help তীব্র , কুট , মনোরম তীব্রতাপূর্ণ PI+QUANT Quant in GRE is more attracting and delighting than Verbal _Definition_ (adj) having an agreeably pungent taste _Synonyms_ : [savory](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/savory) , [savoury](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/savoury) , [spicy](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/spicy) , [zesty](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/zesty) * * * _Definition_ (adj) engagingly stimulating or provocative _Synonyms_ : [salty](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/salty) _Example Sentence_ * a piquant wit * salty language * * * _Definition_ (adj) attracting or delighting _Synonyms_ : [engaging](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/engaging) * a piquant face with large appealing eyes ![English to Bengali meaning of piquant](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PIQUANT.JPG)
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pique
**Short Definition** : irritation; resentment from wounded pride (eg. loss in a contest); V: provoke; arouse; annoy; cause to feel resentment; Ex. pique her curiosity শক্ত সুতিবস্ত্র বিশেষ pique can be split as pi+que.. so imagine you are standing in a QUE(ue) in a Pie shop (cake) for a long time you get ANNOYED ,IRRITATED and you tend to show RESENTMENT _Definition_ (noun) tightly woven fabric with raised cords * * * _Definition_ (noun) a sudden outburst of anger _Synonyms_ : [irritation](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/irritation) , [temper](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/temper) _Example Sentence_ * his temper sparked like damp firewood * * * _Definition_ (verb) cause to feel resentment or indignation _Synonyms_ : [offend](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/offend) ![English to Bengali meaning of pique](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PIQUE.JPG)
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piscatorial
**Short Definition** : pertaining to fishing; CF. Pisces মত্স্য - সংক্রান্ত (Adj.), মত্স্য - শিকার - সংক্রান্ত (Adj.) 'pisces' means fish .. so piscatorial is sth related to fishing _Definition_ (adj) relating to or characteristic of the activity of fishing _Synonyms_ : [piscatory](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/piscatory) _Example Sentence_ * a piscatory life ![English to Bengali meaning of piscatorial](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PISCATORIAL.JPG)
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pitfall
**Short Definition** : hidden danger; concealed trap চোরা গর্ত্ত (N), ফাঁদ (N), গুপ্ত বিপদ (N), জাল (N), পাশ (N), ভুল (N), ভ্রম (N), ভ্রান্তি (N) THERE s a pit to make you fall...trap, eye-pit = অক্ষিকোটর _Definition_ (noun) an unforeseen or unexpected or surprising difficulty _Synonyms_ : [booby trap](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/booby%20trap) * * * _Definition_ (noun) a trap in the form of a concealed hole _Synonyms_ : [pit](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pit)
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pith ![](https://i.duckduckgo.com/i/60f09640.jpg)
**Short Definition** : core or marrow; spongelike substance in the center of stems; essence; substance মজ্জা (N), বৃক্ষকাণ্ডমধ্যস্থ কোমল তন্তু (N), বৃক্ষকাণ্ডমধ্যস্থ কোমল আঁশ (N), তরুমজ্জা (N), সারাংশ (N), প্রধান অংশ (N), তেজ (N), কর্মশক্তি (N) pith : pithaji(father in hindi)essential or central part of the family _Definition_ (verb) remove the pith from (a plant) _Definition_ (noun) soft spongelike central cylinder of the stems of most flowering plants * * * _Definition_ (noun) the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience _Synonyms_ : [center](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/center) , [centre](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/centre) , [core](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/core) , [essence](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/essence) , [gist](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/gist) , [heart](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/heart) , [heart and soul](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/heart%20and%20soul) , [inwardness](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/inwardness) ,[kernel](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/kernel) , [marrow](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/marrow) , [meat](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/meat) , [nitty-gritty](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/nitty-gritty) , [nub](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/nub) , [substance](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/substance) , [sum](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/sum) ![English to Bengali meaning of pith](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PITH.JPG)
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pithy
**Short Definition** : concise and meaningful; substantial; meaty pi-thy: the math symbol pi is concise and has great meaning _Definition_ (adj) concise and full of meaning _Synonyms_ : [sententious](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/sententious) _Example Sentence_ * welcomed her pithy comments
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pittance
**Short Definition** : small amount (of money); small allowance or wage অত্যল্প অংশ (N), অত্যল্প পরিমাণ (N), সামান্য বৃত্তি (N), সামান্য বেতন (N) PIT\<-\>TIP(to waiter) Pity + Allowance very sad payment,,, _Definition_ (noun) an inadequate payment _Example Sentence_ * they work all day for a mere pittance ![English to Bengali meaning of pittance](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PITTANCE.JPG)
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pivotal
**Short Definition** : of a pivot; central; critical; crucial পিভট (N), ক্ষুদ্র কীলক (N), ক্ষুদ্র আল (N), প্রধান বিষয় (N), পিভটে ভর দিয়া ঘোরান (V), পিভটে ভর দিয়া ঘোরা (V), পিভটের উপর স্থাপন করা (V), পিভট পরান (V) vote- voting is very crucial & important for our future ![English to Bengali meaning of pivot](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PIVOT.JPG)
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placate
**Short Definition** : pacify; bring peace to; conciliate; appease শান্ত করা (V) PL + ac + ATE = a PLATE full of tasty food to SATISFY someone. _Definition_ (verb) cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of _Synonyms_ : [appease](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/appease) , [assuage](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/assuage) , [conciliate](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/conciliate) , [gentle](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/gentle) , [gruntle](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/gruntle) , [lenify](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/lenify) , [mollify](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/mollify) , [pacify](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pacify) ![English to Bengali meaning of placate](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLACATE.JPG)
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placid
**Short Definition** : peaceful; calm; Ex. placid child/lake স্থির , শান্ত a student well PLACED in his college will sit calmly and peacefully...as compared to those who did not get placed. _Definition_ (adj) not easily irritated _Synonyms_ : [equable](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/equable) , [even-tempered](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/even-tempered) , [good-tempered](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/good-tempered) _Definition_ (adj) (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves _Synonyms_ : [quiet](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/quiet) , [smooth](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/smooth) , [still](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/still) , [tranquil](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/tranquil) , [unruffled](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/unruffled) ![English to Bengali meaning of placid](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLACID.JPG)
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plagiarize
**Short Definition** : steal another's ideas or writings and pass them off as one's own; Ex. ideas plagiarized from my article; N. plagiarism; CF. kidnap :"কুম্ভীলকগিরি করা" Plug(plag) the idea(ia) that arise (ize)from others. _Definition_ (verb) take without referencing from someone else's writing or speech; of intellectual property _Synonyms_ : [lift](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/lift) , [plagiarise](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plagiarise) ![English to Bengali meaning of plagiarize](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLAGIARIZE.JPG)
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plaintive
**Short Definition** : expressing sorrow; mournful; Ex. plaintive song দু: খপূর্ণ (Adj.), দু: খজনক (Adj.), দু: খিত (Adj.), বিলাপী (Adj.) Plaintive can be split into plain(plane)+tive(relative). Suppose a relative dies in a plane crash, we mourn. Thus plaintive = mourn. Sorry for the sadistic mnemonic _Definition_ (adj) expressing sorrow _Synonyms_ : [mournful](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/mournful) ![English to Bengali meaning of plaintive](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLAINTIVE.JPG)
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plait ![](https://i.duckduckgo.com/i/8975ebf1.jpg) Plait (gastropod), a fold in the columella of a gastropod mollusc
**Short Definition** : braid; interwine; interweave strands or lengths of; make by weaving strands together; Ex. plaited hair; N: braided length as of hair o fabric; CF. pigtail, ponytail বিনুনি , বিনুনি করা * * * **repondez, sib vons plait** = 1. দয়া করিয়া উত্তর দিবেন 2. আসছেন কিনা দয়া করিয়া জানাইবেন Plait = play + lat(hindi word). So when you play with lat you plait/intertwine/chotti banate ho. e.g. teri lato se khelunga mai... _Definition_ (noun) a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair _Synonyms_ : [braid](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/braid) , [tress](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/tress) , [twist](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/twist) * * * _Definition_ (noun) any of various types of fold formed by doubling fabric back upon itself and then pressing or stitching into shape _Synonyms_ : [pleat](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pleat) * * * _Definition_ (verb) make by braiding or interlacing _Synonyms_ : [braid](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/braid) , [lace](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/lace) _Example Sentence_ * lace a tablecloth * * * _Definition_ (verb) weave into plaits _Example Sentence_ * plait hair ![English to Bengali meaning of plait](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLAIT.JPG)
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plane
**Short Definition** : carpenter's tool for smoothing and leveling wood; V. CF. flat **plane** = মুদ্রাদি তৈয়ারির জন্য ধাতুর মসৃণ পাত ও চাকতি , নকশা * * * * *plane inclined** = আনত তল * *meridian plane** = মধ্যতল * *ski-plane** = স্কি-প্লেন * *plane geometry** = সমতল জ্যামিতি * *jet plane** = জেট চালিত বিমান * *smoothing-plane** = রাঁদা * *plane surface** = সমতল * *inclined plane** = আনত তল * *vertical plane** = উল্লম্ব তল * *bi-plane** = দ্বিপত্র বিমান ![English to Bengali meaning of plane](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLANE.JPG)
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plaster
![English to Bengali meaning of plaster](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLASTER.JPG)
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plasticity ![](https://i.duckduckgo.com/i/1112eea1.jpg) Neuroplasticity, in neuroscience, how entire brain structures, and the brain itself, can change from experience
**Short Definition** : ability to be molded; ADJ. plastic: capable of being shaped or molded; Ex. plastic material such as clay নমনীয়তা" Plasticity-plastic-by heating plastic we can mould it to any shape pretty easily without any breakage. _Definition_ (noun) the property of being physically malleable; the property of something that can be worked or hammered or shaped without breaking _Synonyms_ : [malleability](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/malleability)
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platitude
**Short Definition** : trite remark; commonplace statement; ADJ. platitudinous মামুলি মন্তব্য (N), ধুয়া (N) flat + attitude: something flat does not attract us as it is very common. So you will obviously give trite remarks. _Definition_ (noun) a trite or obvious remark _Synonyms_ : [banality](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/banality) , [bromide](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/bromide) , [cliche](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/cliche) , [commonplace](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/commonplace) ![English to Bengali meaning of platitude](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLATITUDE.JPG)
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plaudit
**Short Definition** : praise; enthusiastic approval; round(succession or series) of applause; ADJ. plauditory; CF. applaud সমর্থনসূচক প্রশংসাধ্বনি করা , প্রসংশা rhymes like "applaud it" _Definitio_z_n_ (noun) enthusiastic approval _Synonyms_ : [acclaim](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/acclaim) , [acclamation](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/acclamation) , [eclat](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/eclat) , [plaudits](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plaudits) ![English to Bengali meaning of plaudit](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLAUDIT.JPG)
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plausible
**Short Definition** : conceivably true; having a show of truth but open to doubt; specious বিশ্বাসযোগ্য (Adj.), সম্ভাবনীয় (Adj. Plausible rhymes with possible "Something that may or may not be possible" true,but open to doubt. _Definition_ (adj) apparently reasonable and valid, and truthful _Example Sentence_ * a plausible excuse * * * _Definition_ (adj) given to or characterized by presenting specious arguments _Example Sentence_ * a plausible liar ![English to Bengali meaning of plausible](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLAUSIBLE.JPG)
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plebeian
**Short Definition** : common; vulgar; pertaining to the common people; N: common people in ancient Rome; CF. patrician জনসাধারণের , প্রাচীন রোমের নাগরিক সুখসুবিধা ও অধিকার হইতে বহুলাংশে বঞ্চিত জনসাধারণের ple nary complete ple beian=etor sounds like pebble which are found every where and are very common _Definition_ (noun) one of the common people _Synonyms_ : [pleb](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pleb) * * * _Definition_ (adj) of or associated with the great masses of people _Synonyms_ : [common](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/common) , [unwashed](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/unwashed) , [vulgar](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/vulgar) ![English to Bengali meaning of plebeian](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLEBEIAN.JPG)
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plebiscite
**Short Definition** : direct vote by the entire electorate (on an important issue) প্রাচীন রোমের নাগরিক সুখসুবিধা ও অধিকার হইতে বহুলাংশে বঞ্চিত জনসাধারণরদ্বারা বিধিবদ্ধ আইন some Pple chose apPLE some chose BIScuit and cite their opinion.:) plebiscite: By Plebiscite we mean - People cite their opinion towards some political government _Definition_ (noun) a vote by the electorate determining public opinion on a question of national importance ![English to Bengali meaning of plebiscite](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLEBISCITE.JPG)
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plenary
**Short Definition** : (of power) complete; full; fully attended by all qualified members; Ex. plenary power বিধিনিষেধহীন , ব্যতিক্রমহীন , সমগ্র , পুরোপুরি * * * **plenary power** = কার্যাদিসাধনের জন্য প্রদত্ত পূর্ণ-ক্ষমতা Plenary can be split into Plen (plenty) + nary (naari - women in hindi) :: This hall is full of naaris (women) = Plenty (filled with or full of) naari :: Plenary _Definition_ (adj) full in all respects _Example Sentence_ * a plenary session of the legislature * a diplomat with plenary powers ![English to Bengali meaning of plenary](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLENARY.JPG)
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plenitude
**Short Definition** : abundance; plenty; great amount; completeness; fullness; CF. plenary, plenty তুষ্টি _Definition_ (noun) a full supply _Synonyms_ : [plenteousness](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plenteousness) , [plentifulness](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plentifulness) , [plentitude](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plentitude) , [plenty](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plenty) _Example Sentence_ * there was plenty of food for everyone ![English to Bengali meaning of plenitude](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLENITUDE.JPG)
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plethora
**Short Definition** : excess; overabundance; Ex. a plethora of excuses আধিক্য (N), রক্তাধিক্য (N), রক্তে লাল কণিকার আধিক্য (N) like if you go home after many days, your mother will insist that you eat more. What she will say is "Pe Le + Thoda Aur Le" ultimately, aisai lene se, it will become an excess at the end. You will be full :) _Definition_ (noun) extreme excess _Synonyms_ : [embarrassment](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/embarrassment) , [overplus](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/overplus) , [superfluity](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/superfluity) _Example Sentence_ * an embarrassment of riches ![English to Bengali meaning of plethora](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLETHORA.JPG)
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pliable
**Short Definition** : flexible; easily influenced; yielding; adaptable নমনীয় (Adj.), মূর্তিদানে সক্ষম (Adj.), নমনশীল (Adj.), নম্র (Adj.), প্রতু্যত্পন্ন (Adj.), সহজে প্রবর্ত্তনীয় (Adj.) PLIER is a tool which is used for bending and twisting materials without breaking them. Therefore, PLIER operates on materials which are PLIABLE. _Definition_ (adj) capable of being bent or flexed or twisted without breaking _Synonyms_ : [bendable](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/bendable) , [pliant](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pliant) , [waxy](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/waxy) _Definition_ (adj) able to adjust readily to different conditions _Synonyms_ : [elastic](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/elastic) , [flexible](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/flexible) , [pliant](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pliant) _Definition_ (adj) susceptible to being led or directed _Synonyms_ : [fictile](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/fictile) _Example Sentence_ * fictile masses of people ripe for propaganda * * * _Definition_ (adj) capable of being shaped or bent or drawn out _Synonyms_ : [ductile](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/ductile) , [malleable](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/malleable) , [pliant](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pliant) , [tensile](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/tensile) , [tractile](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/tractile) ![English to Bengali meaning of pliable](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLIABLE.JPG)
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pliant
**Short Definition** : flexible; easily influenced নমনীয় (Adj.), নমনশীল (Adj.), প্রতু্যত্পন্ন (Adj.), নম্র (Adj.), লগবগে (Adj.), সহজে প্রবর্ত্তনীয় (Adj.), আনম্য (Adj.) sounds like plant and Plants are more pliant[flexible] than trees. _Definition_ (adj) capable of being bent or flexed or twisted without breaking _Synonyms_ : [bendable](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/bendable) , [pliable](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pliable) , [waxy](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/waxy) _Definition_ (adj) able to adjust readily to different conditions _Synonyms_ : [elastic](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/elastic) , [flexible](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/flexible) , [pliable](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pliable) _Definition_ (adj) capable of being influenced or formed _Synonyms_ : [plastic](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plastic) _Example Sentence_ * the plastic minds of children * a pliant nature * * * _Definition_ (adj) capable of being shaped or bent or drawn out _Synonyms_ : [ductile](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/ductile) , [malleable](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/malleable) , [pliable](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pliable) , [tensile](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/tensile) , [tractile](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/tractile) ![English to Bengali meaning of pliant](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLIANT.JPG)
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Plight
**Short Definition** : difficult condition; condition or state (esp. a bad state or condition); predicament অবস্থা , মন্দাবস্থা * * * **plight oneself** = বাগদত্ত হওয়া when ur going to pee,suddenly li8 gone.....shit its difficult condition to shit _Definition_ (noun) a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one _Synonyms_ : [predicament](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/predicament) , [quandary](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/quandary) _Example Sentence_ * finds himself in a most awkward predicament * the woeful plight of homeless people * * * _Definition_ (noun) a solemn pledge of fidelity _Synonyms_ : [troth](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/troth) * * * _Definition_ (verb) give to in marriage _Synonyms_ : [affiance](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/affiance) , [betroth](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/betroth) , [engage](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/engage) * * * _Definition_ (verb) promise solemnly and formally _Synonyms_ : [pledge](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pledge) _Definition_ (noun) a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one _Synonyms_ : [predicament](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/predicament) , [quandary](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/quandary) ![English to Bengali meaning of plight](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLIGHT.JPG)
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ploy
**Short Definition** : strategem to gain an advantage; tactic; Ex. management ploy কর্ম , কাজ , চাকরি , স্ফুর্তি ploy sounds like employ..so you employ people in your company to gain advantage over other companies. _Definition_ (noun) an opening remark intended to secure an advantage for the speaker _Synonyms_ : [gambit](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/gambit) * * * _Definition_ (noun) a maneuver in a game or conversation _Synonyms_ : [gambit](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/gambit) , [stratagem](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/stratagem) ![English to Bengali meaning of ploy](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLOY.JPG)
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pluck ![](https://i.duckduckgo.com/i/19bf5d73.jpg) Plucking Pizzicato, a method of playing string instruments
**Short Definition** : courage; V: pull off or out; pull out the hair or feathers of; ADJ. plucky: courageous; brave ছোঁ (N), টান (N), মনের জোর (N), তেজ (N), সাহস (N), টানিয়া সরাইয়া ফেলা (V), উদ্ধার করা (V), টানিয়া তুলিয়া ফেলা (V), জোরে টানা (V), পাড়া (V), লু�� করা (V), চয়ন করা (V), তোলা (V), কুড়ান (V), ছোঁ মারা (V), টানিয়া তোলা (V), টান মারা (V), সংগ্রহ করা (V), ছিঁড়়া (V), টানা (V), উ�� ান (V), ফেল করান (V) one should possess "Courage" to pluck flowers from our garden ![English to Bengali meaning of pluck](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLUCK.JPG)
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plumage ![](https://i.duckduckgo.com/i/e680a1b5.jpg) Plumage refers both to the layer of feathers that cover a bird and the pattern, colour, and arrangement of those feathers.
**Short Definition** : feathers of a bird; পক্ষীর পালকসমূহ (N), পক্ষীর পক্ষসমষ্টি (N) Birds wen they AGE, they become PLUM(P) and shed off their feathers :/ _Definition_ (noun) the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds _Synonyms_ : [feather](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/feather) , [plume](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plume) ![English to Bengali meaning of plumage](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLUMAGE.JPG)
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plumb
**Short Definition** : exactly vertical; N: weight on the end of a line; V: examine very carefully or critically in order to understand; measure depth (by sounding); Ex. plumb the depth of **plumb** = লম্বত্ব-নির্ণায়ার্থ একপ্রান্তে ভার-বাঁধা দড়ি , লম্বসুত্র , ডাহা , পুরাদস্তর * * * * *plumb-bob** = 1. ওলন 2. ওলন-পিণ্ড * *plumb line** = 1. ওলনদড়ি 2. লম্বসূত্র * *plumb-ball** = ওলন * *out of plumb** = অনুল্লম্ব plumb--plumber who tests the pipe to see whether it is exactly vertical or not. _Definition_ (adv) conforming to the direction of a plumb line * * * _Definition_ (adv) exactly _Synonyms_ : [plum](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plum) _Example Sentence_ * fell plumb in the middle of the puddle _Definition_ (noun) the metal bob of a plumb line _Synonyms_ : [plumb bob](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plumb%20bob) , [plummet](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plummet) * * * _Definition_ (verb) measure the depth of something * * * _Definition_ (verb) weight with lead * * * _Definition_ (verb) examine thoroughly and in great depth * * * _Definition_ (verb) adjust with a plumb line so as to make vertical * * * _Definition_ (adj) exactly vertical _Example Sentence_ * the tower of Pisa is far out of plumb * * * _Definition_ (adv) completely; used as intensifiers _Synonyms_ : [clean](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/clean) , [plum](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plum) ![English to Bengali meaning of plumb](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLUMB.JPG)
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plumber ![](https://i.duckduckgo.com/i/fc168cca.jpg)
**Short Definition** : one who installs and repairs pipes and plumbing(pipes) সীসার জিনিসপত্র নির্মাতা ![English to Bengali meaning of plumber](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLUMBER.JPG)
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plume
**Short Definition** : feather, esp. large or showy one; something that rises into the air (like the shape of a feather); Ex. plume of smoke: ?? ?? পাখির পালক , পালকগুচ্ছ , পালকে পরিশোভিত করা , অহঙ্কার করা * * * **nom de plume** = লেখকের ছদ্মনাম _Definition_ (noun) anything that resembles a feather in shape or lightness _Example Sentence_ * a plume of smoke * grass with large plumes * * * _Definition_ (noun) a feather or cluster of feathers worn as an ornament * * * _Definition_ (noun) the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds _Synonyms_ : [feather](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/feather) , [plumage](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plumage) * * * _Definition_ (verb) rip off; ask an unreasonable price _Synonyms_ : [fleece](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/fleece) , [gazump](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/gazump) , [hook](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/hook) , [overcharge](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/overcharge) , [pluck](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pluck) , [rob](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/rob) , [soak](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/soak) , [surcharge](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/surcharge) * * * _Definition_ (verb) be proud of _Synonyms_ : [congratulate](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/congratulate) , [pride](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pride) ![English to Bengali meaning of plume](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLUME.JPG)
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plummet ![](https://i.duckduckgo.com/i/6d034539.jpg) Plummet Plumb-bob, a weight with a pointed tip on the bottom that is suspended from a string and used as a reference line that is perpendicular to the ground
**Short Definition** : fall sharply; fall straight down; Ex. Stock prices plummeted. ত্তলনদড়ি (N), ত্তলন (N), সীসক - পিণ্ড (N) You went on a Blind date and girl was PLUM (plum = উত্তম বস্তু) who u MET..so you fell sharply Plummet sounds like Planet (something very very heavy) .. a heavy thing will fall or drop sharply. plummet rhymes with "comet" which falls so sharply. _Definition_ (noun) the metal bob of a plumb line _Synonyms_ : [plumb](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plumb) , [plumb bob](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plumb%20bob) * * * _Definition_ (verb) drop sharply _Synonyms_ : [plump](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plump) _Example Sentence_ * The stock market plummeted
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plump
**Short Definition** : pleasantly fat; nicely rounded দ্বিধাহীনভাবে plump: imagine a PUMP and you are pumping air continuously to someone's mouth and he is getting filled by air and looking extremely 'FAT'. At the end it burst, and went straight down..:) _Definition_ (verb) set (something or oneself) down with or as if with a noise _Synonyms_ : [flump](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/flump) , [plank](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plank) , [plonk](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plonk) , [plop](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plop) , [plump down](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plump%20down) , [plunk](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plunk) , [plunk down](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plunk%20down) _Example Sentence_ * He planked the money on the table * He planked himself into the sofa * * * _Definition_ (verb) make fat or plump _Synonyms_ : [fat](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/fat) , [fatten](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/fatten) , [fatten out](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/fatten%20out) , [fatten up](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/fatten%20up) , [fill out](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/fill%20out) , [flesh out](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/flesh%20out) , [plump out](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plump%20out) _Example Sentence_ * We will plump out that poor starving child * * * _Definition_ (verb) give support (to) or make a choice (of) one out of a group or number _Synonyms_ : [go](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/go) _Example Sentence_ * I plumped for the losing candidates * * * _Definition_ (adj) sufficiently fat so as to have a pleasing fullness of figure _Synonyms_ : [chubby](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/chubby) , [embonpoint](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/embonpoint) _Example Sentence_ * a chubby child * pleasingly plump * * * _Definition_ (adv) straight down especially heavily or abruptly _Example Sentence_ * the anchor fell plump into the sea _Definition_ (verb) drop sharply _Synonyms_ : [plummet](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plummet) ![English to Bengali meaning of plump](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLUMP.JPG)
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plutocracy
**Short Definition** : society ruled by the wealthy ধনতন্ত্র (N), ধনবান শাসকগোষ্�� ী (N) pLUTOcracy...society jo LOOT leti ha _Definition_ (noun) a political system governed by the wealthy people ![English to Bengali meaning of plutocracy](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PLUTOCRACY.JPG)
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podiatrist
**Short Definition** : doctor who treats ailments of the feet; chiropodist; N. podiatrics পায়ের কাড় আঁচিল স্ফীতি প্রভৃতির চিকিত্সা pod + atrist = pod means feet...artist of feet is doctor of feet _Definition_ (noun) a specialist in care for the feet _Synonyms_ : [chiropodist](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/chiropodist) , [foot doctor](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/foot%20doctor) ![English to Bengali meaning of podiatry](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PODIATRY.JPG)
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podium
**Short Definition** : pedestal; raised platform মঞ্চ The Chemistry teacher demonstrate the nature of sodium standing at the podium in the class. _Definition_ (noun) a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it _Synonyms_ : [ambo](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/ambo) , [dais](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/dais) , [pulpit](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pulpit) , [rostrum](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/rostrum) , [soapbox](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/soapbox) , [stump](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/stump) ![English to Bengali meaning of podium](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PODIUM.JPG)
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poignancy
**Short Definition** : quality of being deeply moving; keenness of emotion; ADJ. poignant: touching; deeply moving; (of sorrow, grief, etc.) painful; keenly distressing to the mind; Ex. poignant memory/anxiety; CF. prick তীক্ষ্নতা (N), তীব্রতা (N), কটুতা (N) POIGNANCY sounds like pregnancy, and an unwanted pregnancy is sometimes a cause of sadness _Definition_ (noun) a state of deeply felt distress or sorrow _Synonyms_ : [poignance](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/poignance) _Example Sentence_ * a moment of extraordinary poignancy * * * _Definition_ (noun) a quality that arouses emotions (especially pity or sorrow) _Synonyms_ : [pathos](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pathos) _Example Sentence_ * the film captured all the pathos of their situation
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poise
**Short Definition** : good judgment with composure; balance; V: place in a carefully balanced position ওজন করা , তৌল করা , ভার চাপা poise - position. Good position is always a balanced one. ন ![English to Bengali meaning of poise](http://www.bdpal.com/word/POISE.JPG)
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polemic
**Short Definition** : attack or defense of an opinion; controversy or refutation; argument in support of point of view; N. polemics: art of debate or controversy তর্কপ্রিয় , বিতর্কমূলক , বিতর্ক pole(poll)+mic..so during polls politicians often attack others opinions. mi mic is to do same thing pole mic divide in different pole in mic _Definition_ (noun) a writer who argues in opposition to others (especially in theology) _Synonyms_ : [polemicist](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/polemicist) , [polemist](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/polemist) * * * _Definition_ (noun) a controversy (especially over a belief or dogma) * * * _Definition_ (adj) of or involving dispute or controversy _Synonyms_ : [polemical](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/polemical) ![English to Bengali meaning of polemic](http://www.bdpal.com/word/POLEMIC.JPG)
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politic
**Short Definition** : prudent; judicious; well judged; expedient; well devised সুকৌশলী , সুবিবেচনাপূর্ণ , কূটকৌশলপূর্ণ * * * **body politic** = রাষ্ট্র To enter POLITICs, one has to highly PRACTICAL n they must also have a WELL DEVISED plan to succeed! _Definition_ (adj) smoothly agreeable and courteous with a degree of sophistication _Synonyms_ : [bland](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/bland) , [smooth](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/smooth) , [suave](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/suave) _Definition_ (adj) marked by artful prudence, expedience, and shrewdness ![English to Bengali meaning of politic](http://www.bdpal.com/word/POLITIC.JPG)
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polity
**Short Definition** : (particular form of) political organization; form of government of nation or state; Ex. student polity রাজনীতিক সংগ�� ন , প্রশাসনিক ব্যবস্থা , সংগ�� িত রাষ্ট্র sounds like "policy", every software company has its own policy which states the rules and regulations etc.. governing rules _Definition_ (noun) the form of government of a social organization _Synonyms_ : [civil order](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/civil%20order) * * * _Definition_ (noun) a politically organized unit * * * _Definition_ (noun) shrewd or crafty management of public affairs _Example Sentence_ * we was innocent of stratagems and polity ![English to Bengali meaning of polity](http://www.bdpal.com/word/POLITY.JPG)
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polyglot
**Short Definition** : speaking several languages; multilingual; Ex. polyglot person/society; N বহুভাষাপূর্ণ , বহুভাষিক poly(many)+glot(glottis=speech organ)= many speech organ = able to speak many language _Definition_ (noun) a person who speaks more than one language _Synonyms_ : [linguist](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/linguist) * * * _Definition_ (adj) having a command of or composed in many languages ![English to Bengali meaning of polyglot](http://www.bdpal.com/word/POLYGLOT.JPG)
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pomposity
**Short Definition** : self-important behavior; acting like a stuffed shirt(pompous person); ADJ. pompous: self-important "নিদারুণ আত্মম্ভরিতা" "pomposity" == "pompo" rhymed with "impo" ie important == pomposity means self-importance , stuffed shirt _Definition_ (noun) lack of elegance as a consequence of being pompous and puffed up with vanity _Synonyms_ : [inflation](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/inflation) , [ostentation](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/ostentation) , [ostentatiousness](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/ostentatiousness) , [pompousness](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pompousness) , [pretentiousness](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pretentiousness) ,[puffiness](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/puffiness) , [splashiness](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/splashiness) ![English to Bengali meaning of pomposity](http://www.bdpal.com/word/POMPOSITY.JPG)
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ponderous
**Short Definition** : having great weight; weighty; unwieldy; lacking lightness; dull; Ex. ponderous body/style of writing ভারী , প্রকাণ্ড , দুর্বহ Its simple guys, POUND is a unit of weight , we often calculate weight in pounds! 1 Pound = 480 grams _Definition_ (adj) having great mass and weight and unwieldiness _Example Sentence_ * a ponderous stone * a ponderous burden * ponderous weapons _Definition_ (adj) slow and laborious because of weight _Synonyms_ : [heavy](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/heavy) , [lumbering](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/lumbering) ![English to Bengali meaning of ponderous](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PONDEROUS.JPG)
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pontifical ![](https://i.duckduckgo.com/i/98bf2860.jpg) Pontifical Pontifical may refer to the Roman Pontifical, a Roman Catholic liturgical book used by a bishop
**Short Definition** : pertaining to a bishop or pope; pompous or pretentious; CF. pontiff: pope; bishop চমত্কার , সমারোহপূর্ণ , বিশপদের কর্তব্যাদিসংক্রান্ত remember ponting who behaves like a pope of cricket and rapes the players of other teams _Definition_ (noun) the vestments and other insignia of a pontiff (especially a bishop) * * * _Definition_ (adj) proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope or the papacy regarded as the successor of the Apostles _Synonyms_ : [apostolic](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/apostolic) , [apostolical](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/apostolical) , [papal](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/papal) _Example Sentence_ * papal dispensation * * * _Definition_ (adj) denoting or governed by or relating to a bishop or bishops _Synonyms_ : [episcopal](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/episcopal) * * * _Definition_ (adj) puffed up with vanity _Synonyms_ : [grandiloquent](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/grandiloquent) , [overblown](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/overblown) , [pompous](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pompous) , [portentous](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/portentous) ![English to Bengali meaning of pontifical](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PONTIFICAL.JPG)
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pore ![](https://i.duckduckgo.com/i/8f3f844e.png) Nuclear pore, a large protein complex that penetrates the nuclear envelope in eukaryotic cells
**Short Definition** : study industriously; ponder; scrutinize; Ex. pore over the book; N. একাগ্রভাবে দেখা বা বিবেচনা করা school books are a bore....... because we have to pore through them _Definition_ (noun) any tiny hole admitting passage of a liquid (fluid or gas) * * * _Definition_ (noun) any small opening in the skin or outer surface of an animal * * * _Definition_ (noun) a minute epidermal pore in a leaf or stem through which gases and water vapor can pass _Synonyms_ : [stoma](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/stoma) , [stomate](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/stomate) * * * _Definition_ (verb) direct one's attention on something _Synonyms_ : [center](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/center) , [centre](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/centre) , [concentrate](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/concentrate) , [focus](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/focus) , [rivet](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/rivet) _Example Sentence_ * Please focus on your studies and not on your hobbies ![English to Bengali meaning of pore](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PORE.JPG)
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porridge ![](https://i.duckduckgo.com/i/c72483d3.jpg) Porridge (also spelled porage, parritch, etc.), is a dish made by boiling ground, crushed, or chopped cereal in water, milk, or both, with optional flavourings, usually served hot in a bowl or dish.
**Short Definition** : soft food made by boiling oatmeal পুডিং বিশেষ , পরিজ porr(Poor)people will have pooridge _Definition_ (noun) soft food made by boiling oatmeal or other meal or legumes in water or milk until thick ![English to Bengali meaning of porridge](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PORRIDGE.JPG)
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portend
**Short Definition** : foretell; presage; be a sign or warning of; N. portent: sign; omen; forewarning ভবিষ্যদ্বাণী করা (V), পূর্বলক্ষণ প্রকাশ করা (V), ভবিষ্যৎ বলা (V), ভবিষ্যতের আভাস দেত্তয়া (V), ভবিষ্যদ্বাণী বলা (V) When we reached the port's end (sea port) we saw some dead bodies, which gave a sign that something bad was going to happen. _Definition_ (verb) indicate by signs _Synonyms_ : [augur](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/augur) , [auspicate](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/auspicate) , [betoken](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/betoken) , [bode](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/bode) , [forecast](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/forecast) , [foreshadow](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/foreshadow) , [foretell](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/foretell) , [omen](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/omen) ,[predict](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/predict) , [prefigure](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/prefigure) , [presage](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/presage) , [prognosticate](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/prognosticate) ![English to Bengali meaning of portend](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PORTEND.JPG)
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portly
**Short Definition** : stout; corpulent মোটা (Adj.), স্থূল (Adj.), পুষ্ট (Adj.), স্থূলকায় (Adj.), মহান (Adj.), গরীয়ান (Adj.), মহৎ (Adj.), জমকাল (Adj.), ঐশ্বর্যময় (Adj.), চমত্কার (Adj.), সমৃদ্ধ (Adj.) like a pot : fat and stout _Definition_ (adj) euphemisms for `fat' _Synonyms_ : [stout](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/stout) _Example Sentence_ * men are portly and women are stout ![English to Bengali meaning of portly](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PORTLY.JPG)
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pose
**Short Definition** : assume a particular posture; put forward; present; affect a particular attitude (to impress others); Ex. pose a threat; N. ভঙ্গি অবলম্বন করা , উপযুক্ত ভঙ্গি দান করা , জাহির করা ![English to Bengali meaning of pose](http://www.bdpal.com/word/POSE.JPG)
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poseur ![](https://i.duckduckgo.com/i/b57629b3.jpg)
**Short Definition** : person who pretends to be sophisticated, elegant, etc., to impress others; person who poses; CF. pose যে ব্যক্তি ভঙ্গি করে বা ভঙ্গি করিতে দক্ষ pose+ur -\> pose ur stuff to impress others :) _Definition_ (noun) a person who habitually pretends to be something he is not _Synonyms_ : [poser](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/poser) ![English to Bengali meaning of poseur](http://www.bdpal.com/word/POSEUR.JPG)
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posterity
**Short Definition** : descendants; future generations; Ex. go down to posterity; CF. posterior, anterior ![English to Bengali meaning of posterity](http://www.bdpal.com/word/POSTERITY.JPG) _Definition_ (noun) all of the offspring of a given progenitor _Synonyms_ : [descendants](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/descendants) _Example Sentence_ * we must secure the benefits of freedom for ourselves and our posterity * * * _Definition_ (noun) all future generations
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posthumous
**Short Definition** : after death (as of child born after father's death or book published after author's death); coming or occurring after one's death; Ex. posthumous fame/novel মৃত্যুর পরবর্তী , পিতার মৃত্যুর পরে জাত post + humous ~ post + human; after death ~ not considered as human ~ post human _Definition_ (adj) occurring or coming into existence after a person's death _Example Sentence_ * a posthumous award * a posthumous book * a posthumous daughter ![English to Bengali meaning of posthumous](http://www.bdpal.com/word/POSTHUMOUS.JPG)
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postulate
**Short Definition** : self-evident truth; something assumed without proof; V: assume the truth of (as a basis of an argument) দাবি করা , স্বীকার করিয়া বা মানি লওয়া if I send you a POSTal mail you will definitely get it LATE..it is an axiom _Definition_ (noun) (logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning _Synonyms_ : [posit](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/posit) * * * _Definition_ (verb) maintain or assert _Synonyms_ : [contend](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/contend) _Example Sentence_ * He contended that Communism had no future * * * _Definition_ (verb) take as a given; assume as a postulate or axiom _Synonyms_ : [posit](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/posit) _Example Sentence_ * He posited three basic laws of nature * * * _Definition_ (verb) require as useful, just, or proper _Synonyms_ : [ask](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/ask) , [call for](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/call%20for) , [demand](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/demand) , [involve](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/involve) , [necessitate](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/necessitate) , [need](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/need) , [require](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/require) , [take](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/take) ![English to Bengali meaning of postulate](http://www.bdpal.com/word/POSTULATE.JPG)
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posture
**Short Definition** : assume an affected pose; act artificially; N: pose; attitude অঙ্গবিন্যাস , দেহভঙ্গি , অবস্থা , মেজাজ ![English to Bengali meaning of posture](http://www.bdpal.com/word/POSTURE.JPG)
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potable
**Short Definition** : suitable for drinking; drinkable ![English to Bengali meaning of potable](http://www.bdpal.com/word/POTABLE.JPG) POT+TABLE a pot on table in which water is drinkable _Definition_ (noun) any liquid suitable for drinking _Synonyms_ : [beverage](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/beverage) , [drink](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/drink) , [drinkable](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/drinkable) _Example Sentence_ * may I take your beverage order? * * * _Definition_ (adj) suitable for drinking _Synonyms_ : [drinkable](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/drinkable)
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potentate
**Short Definition** : monarch; sovereign ক্ষমতাবান ব্যক্তি potentate = potent (powerful) + at + e (Everywhere and everything) = the person who is powerful to do everything is ruler Potent enough to pass the rules - a monarch. ![English to Bengali meaning of potentate](http://www.bdpal.com/word/POTENTATE.JPG)
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potpourri ![](https://i.duckduckgo.com/i/6094cdde.jpg) Potpourri is a mixture of dried, naturally fragrant plant material, used to provide a gentle natural scent inside buildings, most commonly in residential settings.
**Short Definition** : heterogeneous mixture; medley; mixture of dried flower petals a pot (to give a pleasant smell to a room) imagine a pot in which you are making a puri (Indian dish).... you put all kinds of stuff in it to make a puri... so that the mixture is a heterogeneous one! hence potpurri.. _Definition_ (noun) a musical composition consisting of a series of songs or other musical pieces from various sources _Synonyms_ : [medley](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/medley) , [pastiche](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/pastiche) * * * _Definition_ (noun) a jar of mixed flower petals and spices used as perfume _Definition_ (noun) a collection containing a variety of sorts of things _Synonyms_ : [assortment](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/assortment) , [miscellanea](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/miscellanea) , [miscellany](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/miscellany) , [mixed bag](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/mixed%20bag) , [mixture](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/mixture) , [motley](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/motley) ,[salmagundi](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/salmagundi) , [smorgasbord](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/smorgasbord) , [variety](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/variety)
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poultice ![](https://i.duckduckgo.com/i/6b52ae7e.jpg)
**Short Definition** : soothing application applied to sore and inflamed portions of the body নেকডায় করিয়া যে নরম প্রলেপ ক্ষাতাদিতে বাঁধিয়া দেওয়া হয় , পুলটিস , পুলটিস বাধিয়া দেওয়া poultICE contains word ICE.Ice in itself is a soothing substance which when applied on inflammation alleviates the pain.So poultice is applying ice on inflammation _Definition_ (noun) a medical dressing consisting of a soft heated mass of meal or clay that is spread on a cloth and applied to the skin to treat inflamed areas or improve circulation etc. _Synonyms_ : [cataplasm](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/cataplasm) , [plaster](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plaster) * * * _Definition_ (verb) dress by covering with a therapeutic substance _Synonyms_ : [plaster](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/plaster) ![English to Bengali meaning of poultice](http://www.bdpal.com/word/POULTICE.JPG)
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prance
**Short Definition** : move about in a spirited manner (proudly and confidently) পিছনের পা তুলিয়া লাফান বা লাফ দেওয়ান When you are in France you prance around (move about in a spirited manner). _Definition_ (noun) a proud stiff pompous gait _Synonyms_ : [strut](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/strut) , [swagger](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/swagger) * * * _Definition_ (verb) to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others _Synonyms_ : [cock](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/cock) , [ruffle](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/ruffle) , [sashay](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/sashay) , [strut](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/strut) , [swagger](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/swagger) , [tittup](http://www.mnemonicdictionary.com/word/tittup) _Example Sentence_ * He struts around like a rooster in a hen house * * * _Definition_ (verb) spring forward on the hind legs _Example Sentence_ * The young horse was prancing in the meadow * * * _Definition_ (verb) cause (a horse) to bound spring forward * * * _Definition_ (verb) ride a horse such that it springs and bounds forward ![English to Bengali meaning of prance](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PRANCE.JPG)
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prate
**Short Definition** : talk idly; speak foolishly; boast idly বোকার মত বকবক করা u lower ur rate wn u talk idly ![English to Bengali meaning of prate](http://www.bdpal.com/word/PRATE.JPG)

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