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# English words: C

[A](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/a/) · [B](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/b/) · **C** · [D](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/d/) · [E](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/e/) · [F](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/f/) · [G](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/g/) · [H](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/h/) · [I](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/i/) · [J](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/j/) · [K](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/k/) · [L](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/l/) · [M](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/m/) · [N](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/n/) · [O](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/o/) · [P](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/p/) · [Q](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/q/) · [R](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/r/) · [S](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/s/) · [T](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/t/) · [U](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/u/) · [V](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/v/) · [W](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/w/) · [X](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/x/) · [Y](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/y/) · [Z](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/z/)

1960 words under C; 701–800 on this page.

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- [clanging](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clanging/) — Clanging is making a loud ringing sound of metal hitting metal, like a bell, a pan or a gate. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [clangorous](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clangorous/) — Making a loud, ringing, clanging noise, like bells or metal being struck.
- [clank](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clank/) — To clank is to make a short, loud metal sound, like iron or glasses touching: the sword clanked against his leg.
- [clanking](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clanking/) — Making a loud metal sound, like swords or chains knocking together: the clanking of armour.
- [clap](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clap/) — To hit your hands together, usually again and again, to show you like something, to keep a beat or to get attention. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [clapperboard](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clapperboard/) — A board with a hinged stick on top that is clapped shut in front of the camera at the start of each shot of a film, showing the scene and…
- [clappers](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clappers/) — The metal tongue or ball hanging inside a bell that hits it to make it ring (a clapper).
- [clapping](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clapping/) — Clapping is hitting your hands together again and again to make a sound, to show you liked something or to cheer.
- [claret](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/claret/) — A dark red wine, mostly from France; in old stories it is served at feasts and grand dinners.
- [clarification](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clarification/) — An explanation that makes something clearer or easier to understand.
- [clarifying](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clarifying/) — Making something clearer or easier to understand, by explaining it more.
- [clarinet](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clarinet/) — A woodwind instrument shaped like a long black tube with keys and a single reed in the mouthpiece; it makes a smooth, warm sound.
- [clarity](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clarity/) — Being clear and easy to understand.
- [clash](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clash/) — A clash is a fight or strong argument between people or groups: «a clash between fans». — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [clasp](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clasp/) — To hold something tightly in your hand or arms: «She clasped her teddy». — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [class](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/class/) — A class is a group of students who learn together. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [classic](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/classic/) — A classic is a book, film, song or other work that is very good and has been admired by people for a long time. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [classical](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/classical/) — To do with ancient Greece and Rome, their languages, art and ideas: classical history, classical languages.
- [classification](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/classification/) — Sorting things into groups or classes by what they have in common: the classification of animals. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [classified](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/classified/) — Sorted into groups or classes: the rocks were classified by colour.
- [classifier](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/classifier/) — A person or thing that sorts things into groups.
- [classify](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/classify/) — To classify things is to sort them into groups or categories by what they have in common.
- [classmate](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/classmate/) — A classmate is a person in the same class as you at school.
- [classroom](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/classroom/) — A classroom is a room in a school where pupils have lessons.
- [classy](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/classy/) — Stylish, elegant and of good quality, often looking expensive.
- [clatter](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clatter/) — To clatter is to make a loud, rattling noise as hard things bang against each other, like falling pans or shoes on stairs.
- [clause](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clause/) — In grammar, a clause is a group of words that has a verb and usually a subject: «when the bell rang» and «we went outside» are clauses.
- [claustrophobia](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/claustrophobia/) — A strong fear of being in small, closed or crowded spaces, such as lifts, tunnels or cupboards.
- [clave](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clave/) — Either stuck fast to something, or split apart.
- [clavicle](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clavicle/) — The collarbone: the long, thin bone between the top of the breastbone and the shoulder; you have one on each side.
- [claw](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/claw/) — A claw is a sharp curved nail on the foot of an animal or bird, like a cat's, eagle's or bear's. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [clay](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clay/) — Clay is soft, sticky earth that you can shape with your hands and then bake or dry so it goes hard. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [clayey](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clayey/) — Made of or full of clay, the sticky soil that is wet and hard when dry: clayey soil.
- [clean](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clean/) — Clean means not dirty. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [cleaners](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cleaners/) — Cleaners are people whose job is to clean buildings, like schools, offices or homes.
- [cleanliness](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cleanliness/) — Being clean or keeping things clean.
- [cleanly](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cleanly/) — Cleanly means in a neat, smooth way, with one quick even cut or break and no mess.
- [cleanness](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cleanness/) — The state of being clean, pure or free from guilt. — Jewish tradition
- [cleanse](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cleanse/) — To clean something thoroughly, especially skin or a wound: «Cleanse the cut with water.». — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [cleansing](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cleansing/) — Making something very clean, especially skin or a wound: cleansing a cut. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [clear](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clear/) — Easy to understand, see or hear: clear instructions, a clear voice. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [clearance](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clearance/) — The act of clearing something away, like clearing land or rubbish.
- [clearing](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clearing/) — A clearing is an open space in a wood or forest where there are no trees.
- [clearly](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clearly/) — Clearly means in a way that is easy to see, hear or understand: «Speak clearly». — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [clearness](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clearness/) — the quality of being clear or see-through. — Jewish tradition
- [cleat](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cleat/) — A cleat is one of the hard studs on the bottom of sports shoes that stop you slipping on grass.
- [cleave](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cleave/) — To split or cut right through something with a heavy blow: cleave the wood with an axe. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [clef](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clef/) — A sign at the start of a line of written music that shows how high or low the notes are: the treble clef for higher notes and the bass…
- [cleft](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cleft/) — A cleft is a narrow crack or split in rock or ground, often deep. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [clemency](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clemency/) — Mercy: a kind willingness to pardon or spare someone who could be punished.
- [clementine](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clementine/) — A small, sweet orange fruit that is easy to peel and usually has no seeds.
- [clench](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clench/) — To clench your fists or teeth means to press them tightly together.
- [clepsydra](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clepsydra/) — A water clock: an ancient device that measures time by how much water drips into or out of a container.
- [clergy](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clergy/) — The priests, ministers, vicars, rabbis, imams and other religious leaders of a religion, as a group.
- [clergyman](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clergyman/) — A man who leads religious services, such as a priest, minister, vicar or rabbi.
- [cleric](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cleric/) — A cleric is a religious leader, such as a priest, minister, rabbi or imam.
- [clerical](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clerical/) — To do with office work, such as typing, filing and keeping records (a clerical job, a clerical error).
- [clerk](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clerk/) — A clerk is a person whose job is keeping records, filing and writing in an office.
- [clever](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clever/) — Clever means quick to learn and understand things.
- [cleverly](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cleverly/) — Cleverly means in a smart, clever way, using good thinking or skill.
- [cleverness](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cleverness/) — Cleverness is being clever: being quick to learn, understand and think of good ideas.
- [clew](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clew/) — The lower back corner of a sail, where a rope is attached.
- [click](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/click/) — A click is a short, sharp sound, like a door shutting or fingers snapping. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [client](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/client/) — A person who pays for help or advice from a professional, such as a lawyer, builder or hairdresser: the lawyer's client.
- [cliff](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cliff/) — A cliff is a high, steep wall of rock or earth, often at the edge of the sea. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [cliffhanger](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cliffhanger/) — A cliffhanger is an exciting ending to a chapter or episode that leaves you not knowing what will happen next, so you want to read or…
- [climate](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/climate/) — The climate of a place is its usual weather over many years, such as hot and dry or cold and wet. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [climatic](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/climatic/) — To do with climate — the usual weather of a place over many years (climatic zones, climatic change).
- [climax](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/climax/) — The most exciting, important or tense moment of a story, film, event or piece of music, usually near the end.
- [climb](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/climb/) — To climb is to go up something, like stairs, a tree, a ladder or a mountain, often using hands and feet. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [climber](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/climber/) — A climber is a person who climbs, such as mountains, rocks or climbing walls.
- [clime](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clime/) — An old or poetic word for a country, region or climate: warmer climes.
- [cling](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cling/) — To cling to something is to hold on to it very tightly. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [clingy](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clingy/) — Always wanting to be close to someone and not wanting to be left alone: a clingy toddler.
- [clinic](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clinic/) — A clinic is a place where people go to see a doctor, nurse or other health worker, usually without staying overnight.
- [clinical](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clinical/) — Clinical means to do with treating patients in hospitals or clinics: «a clinical trial».
- [clinically](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clinically/) — Clinically means in a medical way, as judged by doctors examining patients: «clinically tested», «clinically proven».
- [clink](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clink/) — A clink is a short, light ringing sound, like glasses touching or coins falling.
- [clip](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clip/) — A clip is a small object that holds things together or in place: a paper clip, a hair clip.
- [clipboard](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clipboard/) — A flat board with a metal clip at the top that holds sheets of paper, so you can write while standing or walking.
- [clipped](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clipped/) — Clipped is the past form of «clip»: cut something short or neat with scissors or clippers (clipped the hedge, clipped his nails). — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [clipper](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clipper/) — Clippers are a tool for cutting hair, nails or hedges.
- [clipping](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clipping/) — A clipping is an article or picture cut out of a newspaper or magazine.
- [cloak](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cloak/) — A loose coat without sleeves that hangs from the shoulders and is fastened at the neck. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [cloakroom](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cloakroom/) — A cloakroom is a room where you can leave coats, bags and umbrellas, for example in a school or theatre.
- [cloche](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cloche/) — A glass or plastic cover shaped like a bell or a small tunnel, put over young plants to protect them from cold and pests.
- [clock](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clock/) — A clock is a machine that shows the time, on a wall or a table.
- [clockmaker](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clockmaker/) — A clockmaker is a person who makes and repairs clocks.
- [clockwise](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clockwise/) — Clockwise means moving round in the same direction as the hands of a clock: from the top to the right, down, to the left and back up.
- [clockwork](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clockwork/) — Clockwork is the set of springs and wheels inside a clock or toy that makes it move when wound up.
- [clod](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clod/) — A lump of earth or soil, often large and hard: a clod of earth. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [clog](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clog/) — A clog is a heavy shoe with a thick wooden sole.
- [cloister](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cloister/) — A cloister is a covered walk with arches around an open square inside a church or monastery.
- [clomb](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clomb/) — Went up something, using hands and feet.
- [clon](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clon/) — «Clon» is not an English word on its own.
- [clone](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clone/) — A living thing that is an exact copy of another, with the same genes, made naturally or by scientists.
- [cloning](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/cloning/) — Making an exact copy of a living thing, with the same genes, from one of its cells.
- [clop](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/clop/) — The hollow knocking sound of a horse's hooves on a hard road.
- [close](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/close/) — To close is to shut, like a door, a book or your eyes. — everyday · Jewish tradition
- [closely](https://md.dictionary.elamur.ai/free/en/english/closely/) — Closely means carefully and with attention. — everyday · Jewish tradition