the great artery which carries the blood from the heart to all parts of the body except the lungs; the main trunk of the arterial system.

An ornamental coronet (a small crown, such as is worn by a noble).

to make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; to strain, as in vomiting.

A table or similar flat-topped structure used for religious rites.

to cook food by heating in an oven or over a fire without covering, resulting in a crisp, possibly even slightly charred appearance; (figuratively) to admonish someone vigorously.

Washed by the waves or tide; covered with water; (by extension) covered, overspread (with or in something).

to notice or view, especially carefully or with attention to detail.

the largest of the apes, belonging to the genus Gorilla, native to the forests of central Africa and known for their trait of knuckle-walking.

superlative form of neat: most neat

a place where cats are bred; or where cats board when their owners are on holiday.

pertaining to or derived from living organisms.

one who is hired to perform regular household or other duties, and receives compensation.

To ease (a person, person's thoughts etc.) from mental distress; to stop (someone) feeling anxious or worried, to alleviate the distress of.

without approximation; precisely.