a tract of land completely surrounded by water, and not large enough to be called a continent.

a rigid, relatively slender, upright support, composed of relatively few pieces.

Zoology. the corresponding joint or region in the hind leg of a quadruped; stifle.

many times; frequently

past participle of know

a fortified, usually walled residence, as of a prince or noble in feudal times.

the short, thick, inner digit of the human hand, next to the forefinger

one or two equal parts of something

to twist forcibly

to make such a sound or series of sounds otherwise, as by blowing on some device

a time of full maturity, especially the late stages of full maturity or, sometimes, the early stages of decline:

a joint of a finger, especially one of the articulations of a metacarpal with a phalanx.

deprived of physical sensation or the ability to move

a state in the central United States: a part of the Midwest. 56,400 sq. mi. (146,075 sq. km)

identity in sound of some part, especially the end, of words or lines of verse.

a person or thing that climbs.

a part or member of an animal body distinct from the head and trunk, as a leg, arm, or wing

the system of pipes and other apparatus for conveying water, liquid wastes, etc., as in a building.

not actually formulated or expressed; customary; traditional.

garments for the body; articles of dress; wearing apparel.