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578 | Oil | The word **oil** is used for many different kinds of [liquid](7870)s. Oil usually does not mix with water.
[Vegetable oil](892)s are made from [plant](628)s. Many are used in [food](280)s and for [cooking](146). Some kinds of [plant oils](37295) that people use are [palm oil](435894), [maize](158) (_corn_), [olive](45... | The word **oil** is used for many different kinds of liquids. Oil usually does not mix with water.
Vegetable oils are made from plants. Many are used in foods and for cooking. Some kinds of plant oils that people use are palm oil, maize (_corn_), olive, peanut, soy, and sunflower.
Other kinds of oil are made from cru... | high | false | false |
579 | OK | **OK** (okay) is a word in the [English](2843) language. It is used to mean that something is good or correct. It is the opposite of the word bad.
It can often be used instead of the word [Yes](5793). It is not certain where the word "OK" originally comes from, but some experts say it came from a funny way of writing... | **OK** (okay) is a word in the English language. It is used to mean that something is good or correct. It is the opposite of the word bad.
It can often be used instead of the word Yes. It is not certain where the word "OK" originally comes from, but some experts say it came from a funny way of writing "Ol Korrect" (A... | high | false | false |
584 | Oxymoron | An **oxymoron** is a term for a [figure of speech](57440). It is made up of two or more [word](911)s that seem to be opposite to each other, or actually are opposite.
For example, the phrases "Wise fool", "Warm freezer", and "Legal murder" all have two words. In each one, the one word looks like the opposite of the... | An **oxymoron** is a term for a figure of speech. It is made up of two or more words that seem to be opposite to each other, or actually are opposite.
For example, the phrases "Wise fool", "Warm freezer", and "Legal murder" all have two words. In each one, the one word looks like the opposite of the other word.
Yo... | medium | false | false |
587 | Operating system | An **operating system** (**OS**) is a kind of [computer program](2957) that helps a [computer](112) to interact with other machines or with people. An OS is not actually one single program but a group of small programs, like file managers, [device driver](17368)s, and [kernels](21869). An OS can be small (like [Damn Sm... | An **operating system** (**OS**) is a kind of computer program that helps a computer to interact with other machines or with people. An OS is not actually one single program but a group of small programs, like file managers, device drivers, and kernels. An OS can be small (like Damn Small Linux), or large (like Microso... | medium | false | false |
590 | Philosophy | **Philosophy** is the study of [wisdom](40964). is the [Ancient Greek](16174) word for the "love of [wisdom](40964)".
A person who works in the field of philosophy is called a **philosopher**. A philosopher is a kind of [thinker](88402) and researcher. A "philosophy" can also mean a group of ideas or way of living su... | **Philosophy** is the study of wisdom. is the Ancient Greek word for the "love of wisdom".
A person who works in the field of philosophy is called a **philosopher**. A philosopher is a kind of thinker and researcher. A "philosophy" can also mean a group of ideas or way of living suggested by philosophers.
Philosophy... | medium | false | false |
591 | Physics | **Physics** is the [science](700) of how things move in space and time and how the [universe](858) works. It studies [matter](50759) and forces.
The word _physics_ comes from the Greek word ἡ φύσις or physis meaning "nature". Physics can also be defined as "that department of knowledge which relates to the order of na... | **Physics** is the science of how things move in space and time and how the universe works. It studies matter and forces.
The word _physics_ comes from the Greek word ἡ φύσις or physis meaning "nature". Physics can also be defined as "that department of knowledge which relates to the order of nature, or, in other word... | medium | false | false |
592 | Politics | **Politics** (from Ancient Greek πολιτικά (politiká) 'affairs of the cities') is the way that people living in groups make planned decisions.
Politics is about making agreements between people so that they can live together in groups such as [tribe](16559)s, [cities](144), or [countries](121). In large groups, such as ... | **Politics** (from Ancient Greek πολιτικά (politiká) 'affairs of the cities') is the way that people living in groups make planned decisions.
Politics is about making agreements between people so that they can live together in groups such as tribes, cities, or countries. In large groups, such as countries, some people ... | high | false | false |
595 | Value (personal and cultural) | A **value** (or **principle**) usually means an [abstract](126005) [rule](12655), one that can be seen to apply in many [experience](40356)s, or can be applied by choice in a lot of situations. It can also mean a moral choice one makes often and consistently, for example, some Buddhists avoid eating [meat](4646) ([vege... | A **value** (or **principle**) usually means an abstract rule, one that can be seen to apply in many experiences, or can be applied by choice in a lot of situations. It can also mean a moral choice one makes often and consistently, for example, some Buddhists avoid eating meat (vegetarianism) as a matter of principle.
... | medium | false | false |
597 | Profanity | **Profanity** is a [word](911) or action that is impolite, inappropriate, offensive, or [taboo](26394). The [adjective](3318) is _profane_.
Different words can be profane to different people and in different [cultures](3476). The words that people consider profane can also change over time. [Religion](653) can also pl... | **Profanity** is a word or action that is impolite, inappropriate, offensive, or taboo. The adjective is _profane_.
Different words can be profane to different people and in different cultures. The words that people consider profane can also change over time. Religion can also play a role in what people think of as pr... | medium | false | false |
598 | Proof | **Proof** could mean:
- An argument, including:
- [Mathematical proof](92898)
- Proof theory, a branch of mathematical logic
- Logical argument
- [Evidence (law)](519720), tested evidence or a legal proof
- Proof (alcohol), measure of an alcoholic beverage's strength
- Proofing (baking technique), how a... | **Proof** could mean:
- An argument, including:
- Mathematical proof
- Proof theory, a branch of mathematical logic
- Logical argument
- Evidence (law), tested evidence or a legal proof
- Proof (alcohol), measure of an alcoholic beverage's strength
- Proofing (baking technique), how a yeast-leavened dou... | medium | false | false |
600 | People's Republic of China | ## Infobox (country)
- **native name**: 中华人民共和国
_Zhōnghuá Rénmín Gònghéguó_
- **conventional long name**: People's Republic of China
- **common name**: the People's Republic of China
- **image flag**: Flag of the People's Republic of China.svg
- **image coat**: National Emblem of the People's Republic of China.svg
- *... | ## Infobox (country)
- **native name**: 中华人民共和国
_Zhōnghuá Rénmín Gònghéguó_
- **conventional long name**: People's Republic of China
- **common name**: the People's Republic of China
- **image flag**: Flag of the People's Republic of China.svg
- **image coat**: National Emblem of the People's Republic of China.svg
- *... | high | true | false |
604 | Psychoneuroimmunology | **Psychoneuroimmunology** (**PNI**) is the study of the interaction between psychological processes and the nervous and immune systems of the [human body](353). PNI takes an interdisciplinary approach.
The main interests of PNI are the interactions between the [nervous](64332) and [immune system](263688)s and the rela... | **Psychoneuroimmunology** (**PNI**) is the study of the interaction between psychological processes and the nervous and immune systems of the human body. PNI takes an interdisciplinary approach.
The main interests of PNI are the interactions between the nervous and immune systems and the relationships between mental p... | low | false | false |
606 | Political party | A **political party** is an organized group of people or bodies who seek to capture political power through an election in order to run the affairs of a country. It often puts forward candidates for public office. In a [democracy](3195), leaders must "run for office" in an [election](3790). In a [dictatorship](7162), t... | A **political party** is an organized group of people or bodies who seek to capture political power through an election in order to run the affairs of a country. It often puts forward candidates for public office. In a democracy, leaders must "run for office" in an election. In a dictatorship, there is generally only o... | high | false | false |
607 | Page | A **page** can be different things:
- Usually, a **page** is a [physical](50759) sheet of [paper](3319) in a [book](3686), [magazine](18448), [newspaper](7665) etc. When a page is not in a book (etc.) it is a _sheet_ or _piece_ of paper.
- When we talk about computers, a **page** is also a common [abbreviation](32) in... | A **page** can be different things:
- Usually, a **page** is a physical sheet of paper in a book, magazine, newspaper etc. When a page is not in a book (etc.) it is a _sheet_ or _piece_ of paper.
- When we talk about computers, a **page** is also a common abbreviation in net jargon for "webpage". Here the page is not... | high | false | false |
608 | Pet | A **pet** is a [domesticated](31600) [animal](62) that lives with people, but is not forced to [work](46734) and is not eaten, in most instances. In most cases, a pet is kept to entertain people or for companionship. Some pets such as dogs and cats are placed in an animal shelter if there is no one willing to take care... | A **pet** is a domesticated animal that lives with people, but is not forced to work and is not eaten, in most instances. In most cases, a pet is kept to entertain people or for companionship. Some pets such as dogs and cats are placed in an animal shelter if there is no one willing to take care of them. If no one adop... | high | false | false |
609 | Product | A **product** can mean a few things:
- **Product** (as a general idea) is anything which results from a [process](202920).
- [Product (mathematics)](14151) is the result of [multiplication](482)
- Product (consumer goods) in business
- [Product (chemistry)](114197) is a result or something that is made in a chemical r... | A **product** can mean a few things:
- **Product** (as a general idea) is anything which results from a process.
- Product (mathematics) is the result of multiplication
- Product (consumer goods) in business
- Product (chemistry) is a result or something that is made in a chemical reaction. | high | false | false |
620 | Program | The term **Program** can be used in many ways.
- A **program** or **programme** can be a plan of how to do something. It tells the steps that we think we need to do to make something happen. For example, a [government](312) might make a program to improve the [health](325) of the people in part of a [country](121) by ... | The term **Program** can be used in many ways.
- A **program** or **programme** can be a plan of how to do something. It tells the steps that we think we need to do to make something happen. For example, a government might make a program to improve the health of the people in part of a country by giving the people bet... | high | false | false |
623 | Platonic realism | **Platonic realism** is the [theory of reality](12758) developed by [Plato](3684), and explained in his theory of forms. Platonic realism states that the visible world of particular things is a shifting exhibition, like [shadows](21019) cast on a wall by the activities of their [corresponding](113190) universal [Ideas]... | **Platonic realism** is the theory of reality developed by Plato, and explained in his theory of forms. Platonic realism states that the visible world of particular things is a shifting exhibition, like shadows cast on a wall by the activities of their corresponding universal Ideas or Forms. Whereas the visible world o... | low | false | false |
625 | Paradox | A **paradox** is a sentence in [logic](4069) that cannot be true but also cannot be [false](9571). It is self-contradictory. Many famous problems of this kind exist.
## Liar's paradox
A famous paradox is called the **liar's paradox**. It is the [simple sentence](477397) "This sentence is a lie", or equivalently, "Thi... | A **paradox** is a sentence in logic that cannot be true but also cannot be false. It is self-contradictory. Many famous problems of this kind exist.
## Liar's paradox
A famous paradox is called the **liar's paradox**. It is the simple sentence "This sentence is a lie", or equivalently, "This statement is false."
If... | medium | false | false |
626 | Potato | A **potato** is a [vegetable](402966), the _Solanum tuberosum_. It is a small [plant](628) with big [leaves](16390). The part of the potato that people eat is a [tuber](405366) that grows under the [ground](39558).
Potatoes have a lot of [starch](6068) and other [carbohydrate](119077)s. Potatoes usually have light-[br... | A **potato** is a vegetable, the _Solanum tuberosum_. It is a small plant with big leaves. The part of the potato that people eat is a tuber that grows under the ground.
Potatoes have a lot of starch and other carbohydrates. Potatoes usually have light-brown or yellowish skins and are white or yellow inside. If the po... | high | false | false |
628 | Plant | **Plants** are one of six big groups ([kingdoms](34887)) of living things. They are [autotroph](50034)ic [eukaryote](21991)s, this means they have complex cells, and make their own food. Usually, they cannot move (not counting [growth](71084)). Plants need sunlight, soil and water whereas seeds need warmth.
Plants inc... | **Plants** are one of six big groups (kingdoms) of living things. They are autotrophic eukaryotes, this means they have complex cells, and make their own food. Usually, they cannot move (not counting growth). Plants need sunlight, soil and water whereas seeds need warmth.
Plants include familiar types such as trees, h... | high | false | false |
630 | Prediction | A **prediction** is a statement that someone makes about what they think is going to happen. It is often very helpful to know what is going to happen to help prepare for these [future](13987) [event](26349)s. Predictions are based on the [idea](18603) that two beginning [position](5506)s that are like each other will h... | A **prediction** is a statement that someone makes about what they think is going to happen. It is often very helpful to know what is going to happen to help prepare for these future events. Predictions are based on the idea that two beginning positions that are like each other will have similar results. By watching so... | medium | false | false |
631 | Probability | **Probability** is a part of [applied mathematics](131378). It has to do with chance, the study of things that might happen or might not happen.
For example, using probability, one can show that by throwing a coin up in the air and letting it land, half of the time it will land with one side facing up, and half of the... | **Probability** is a part of applied mathematics. It has to do with chance, the study of things that might happen or might not happen.
For example, using probability, one can show that by throwing a coin up in the air and letting it land, half of the time it will land with one side facing up, and half of the time with... | high | false | false |
632 | Probability experiment | A **probability experiment** is a situation where [chance](192838) affects the result of an experiment. If the experiment can only have two outcomes, it is named Bernoulli trial. A [coin](162) flip is a probability experiment because [chance](192838) affects whether a [coin](162) will land [heads](3459) or [tails](293... | A **probability experiment** is a situation where chance affects the result of an experiment. If the experiment can only have two outcomes, it is named Bernoulli trial. A coin flip is a probability experiment because chance affects whether a coin will land heads or tails when it is flipped. | medium | false | false |
636 | Protein | **Proteins** are long-chain [molecule](520)s built from small units known as [amino acid](30387)s, which are joined in a sequence by [peptide bond](285695)s. Every sequence of amino acids becomes a specific final shape, allowing living things to use proteins as tiny machines to do work.
They are [biochemical](5771) [c... | **Proteins** are long-chain molecules built from small units known as amino acids, which are joined in a sequence by peptide bonds. Every sequence of amino acids becomes a specific final shape, allowing living things to use proteins as tiny machines to do work.
They are biochemical compounds.They have one or more poly... | high | false | false |
637 | Periodic table | The **periodic table** is a table that puts all known [chemical element](247)s in a specific order. Elements that have similar characteristics are often put near each other. In the [table](243271), the elements are placed in the order of their [atomic number](8407)s starting with the lowest number of one, hydrogen. Th... | The **periodic table** is a table that puts all known chemical elements in a specific order. Elements that have similar characteristics are often put near each other. In the table, the elements are placed in the order of their atomic numbers starting with the lowest number of one, hydrogen. The atomic number of an ele... | high | false | false |
638 | Physiology | **Physiology** is the study of how [living things](425) work. Physiologists can study how organs of an [organism](5812) work together to make things happen. In human beings, for example, the [digestion](34892) of [food](280) [hormone](13384)s and other chemicals are made by the [stomach](13746), [liver](13888), and [pa... | **Physiology** is the study of how living things work. Physiologists can study how organs of an organism work together to make things happen. In human beings, for example, the digestion of food hormones and other chemicals are made by the stomach, liver, and pancreas. Muscle contraction happens because of chemical mess... | medium | false | false |
639 | Planet | A **planet** is a large object such as Venus or [Earth](219) that [orbit](6251)s a [star](3017). Planets do not make [light](3987) but can reflect light. Planets are [spherical](3541) (that is, [ball](7697)-shaped), because their [gravity](2901) compresses them into a [sphere](3541).
Jupiter is the biggest planet in t... | A **planet** is a large object such as Venus or Earth that orbits a star. Planets do not make light but can reflect light. Planets are spherical (that is, ball-shaped), because their gravity compresses them into a sphere.
Jupiter is the biggest planet in the Solar System, while the smallest planet in the Solar System ... | high | false | false |
641 | Political problems of China | The [People's Republic of China](600) claims that the [island](367) of [Taiwan](833) is part of its [territory](156768), but the Republic of China, which was the [government](312) that controlled all of [China](120) from 1911 to 1949, still claims the land and controls Taiwan.
The government stops people from having [... | The People's Republic of China claims that the island of Taiwan is part of its territory, but the Republic of China, which was the government that controlled all of China from 1911 to 1949, still claims the land and controls Taiwan.
The government stops people from having freedom of speech, freedom of religion and oth... | medium | true | false |
642 | Police | **Police** are a group of [people](502310) whose [job](11487) is to enforce [laws](426), help with [emergencies](71276), solve [crimes](151) and [protect](51513) [property](3336). A person who carries out this [duty](619566) is known as a **police officer**.
They work out of a [police station](68554). Police are train... | **Police** are a group of people whose job is to enforce laws, help with emergencies, solve crimes and protect property. A person who carries out this duty is known as a **police officer**.
They work out of a police station. Police are trained in first aid and rescue, because police officers are often one of the first... | high | false | false |
643 | Pi | **Pi** (****) () is a [mathematical constant](12427) that is the [ratio](25803) of a [circle](175)'s [circumference](49566) to its [diameter](9194). This produces a number, and that number is always the same. However, the number is rather strange. The number starts as 3.141592653589793... and continues without end. Num... | **Pi** (****) () is a mathematical constant that is the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter. This produces a number, and that number is always the same. However, the number is rather strange. The number starts as 3.141592653589793... and continues without end. Numbers like this are called irrational numbe... | high | false | false |
644 | Proper noun | A **proper noun** or **proper name** is a [noun](543) representing a unique thing (like _[London](460)_, _[Jupiter](408)_, _[John Hunter](113862)_, or _[Toyota](12849)_), unlike a **common noun**, which represents a type of thing (like _city_, _planet_, _person_ or _corporation_). Proper nouns are the only nouns in [En... | A **proper noun** or **proper name** is a noun representing a unique thing (like _London_, _Jupiter_, _John Hunter_, or _Toyota_), unlike a **common noun**, which represents a type of thing (like _city_, _planet_, _person_ or _corporation_). Proper nouns are the only nouns in English which always have the first letter ... | high | false | false |
646 | Plastic | A **plastic** is a [material](4363) that can change its shape easily. Many things are made of plastics, usually because making them to the right shape is easy.
Some plastics have other materials added to them, like [glass](304), because they make the plastic stronger and stiffer.
Plastics are used to make many produc... | A **plastic** is a material that can change its shape easily. Many things are made of plastics, usually because making them to the right shape is easy.
Some plastics have other materials added to them, like glass, because they make the plastic stronger and stiffer.
Plastics are used to make many products, including n... | high | false | false |
647 | Product stewardship | **Product stewardship** is a way of managing the [environmental impacts](13637) of different products and materials. People involved in producing, selling, using and disposing of products have a shared responsibility to manage them in a way that reduces their impact, throughout their lifecycle, on the environment and o... | **Product stewardship** is a way of managing the environmental impacts of different products and materials. People involved in producing, selling, using and disposing of products have a shared responsibility to manage them in a way that reduces their impact, throughout their lifecycle, on the environment and on human h... | medium | false | false |
648 | Peace | **Peace** is a time without any fights or [war](942)s. In a larger sense, peace (or **peacefulness**) can mean a state of harmony, quiet or calm that is not disturbed by anything at all, like a still [pond](21949) with no ripples.
Many people and [organization](32644)s want peace. One organization that was set up to b... | **Peace** is a time without any fights or wars. In a larger sense, peace (or **peacefulness**) can mean a state of harmony, quiet or calm that is not disturbed by anything at all, like a still pond with no ripples.
Many people and organizations want peace. One organization that was set up to bring peace among the nati... | high | false | false |
649 | Quebec | **Quebec** ( or ; ) is a [province](6617) in the eastern part of [Canada](219589) located between the [Hudson Bay](93496) and the [Gulf of Saint Lawrence](348391). It is the biggest of [Canada's 10 provinces](431) by [size](5526). It also has the second-largest [population](4037), after [Ontario](5012). Most of Quebec... | **Quebec** ( or ; ) is a province in the eastern part of Canada located between the Hudson Bay and the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. It is the biggest of Canada's 10 provinces by size. It also has the second-largest population, after Ontario. Most of Quebec's inhabitants live along or near the banks of the Saint Lawrence Ri... | medium | false | false |
652 | Reading | **Reading** is understanding [writing](3681) in a [language](419). Fundamentally, reading is the way people look at certain marks and know what they mean.
Once it was possible to go through life without reading. Writing goes back in human history only a few thousand years, and 200 years ago _most men could not read or... | **Reading** is understanding writing in a language. Fundamentally, reading is the way people look at certain marks and know what they mean.
Once it was possible to go through life without reading. Writing goes back in human history only a few thousand years, and 200 years ago _most men could not read or write_. We kno... | high | false | false |
653 | Religion | **Religion** is a set of beliefs and [social](1129837)-[cultural system](1129841)s, including certain practices, morals, beliefs and worldviews, that relate humanity to [supernatural](752) or [spiritual](3952) elements—though there is no current fully agreed definition on what a religion exactly is. Different religions... | **Religion** is a set of beliefs and social-cultural systems, including certain practices, morals, beliefs and worldviews, that relate humanity to supernatural or spiritual elements—though there is no current fully agreed definition on what a religion exactly is. Different religions may or may not have different parts ... | high | false | false |
655 | Roman | **Roman** or **Romans** may refer to:
- A thing or person of or from the city of [Rome](2875), Italy
## History
- [Ancient Rome](24298) (8th century BC – 5th century AD)
- [Roman Kingdom](270716) (753 BC to 509 BC)
- [Roman Republic](41095) (509 BC to 27 BC)
- [Roman Empire](664) (27 BC to 476/1453 AD)
... | **Roman** or **Romans** may refer to:
- A thing or person of or from the city of Rome, Italy
## History
- Ancient Rome (8th century BC – 5th century AD)
- Roman Kingdom (753 BC to 509 BC)
- Roman Republic (509 BC to 27 BC)
- Roman Empire (27 BC to 476/1453 AD)
- Roman Britain, part of the island of Gr... | medium | false | false |
657 | Rudyard Kipling | **Joseph Rudyard Kipling** (30 December 1865 – 18 January 1936) was an [English](17307) [writer](15228) and [poet](17913).
## Life
Kipling was born in Bombay, India. He wrote [children's fiction](391479), like _Kim_, _[The Jungle Book](111654)_ and _Puck of Pook's Hill_. He also wrote the well-known poems, _If —_ and... | **Joseph Rudyard Kipling** (30 December 1865 – 18 January 1936) was an English writer and poet.
## Life
Kipling was born in Bombay, India. He wrote children's fiction, like _Kim_, _The Jungle Book_ and _Puck of Pook's Hill_. He also wrote the well-known poems, _If —_ and _Gunga Din_, and many short stories set in Ind... | medium | false | false |
658 | Recreation | **Recreation** or **fun** is a person's [time](3219) of refreshing his or her [body](4361) and [mind](8568).
There are many different forms of recreation which are shaped by individual interests and by environment; a few examples being reading, playing or listening to music, watching movies or TV, gardening, hunting, ... | **Recreation** or **fun** is a person's time of refreshing his or her body and mind.
There are many different forms of recreation which are shaped by individual interests and by environment; a few examples being reading, playing or listening to music, watching movies or TV, gardening, hunting, hobbies, sports, studies... | medium | false | false |
660 | Red | **Red** is the [color](2083) that is on the edge of the [rainbow](7790). It is one of the [primary color](19759)s (colors that can be mixed with other colors) of [light](3987). The others are [blue](3697) and [yellow](3035). Red light has a [wavelength](23389) between 630 and 740 nanometers.
Red [paint](26365) can be ... | **Red** is the color that is on the edge of the rainbow. It is one of the primary colors (colors that can be mixed with other colors) of light. The others are blue and yellow. Red light has a wavelength between 630 and 740 nanometers.
Red paint can be made by mixing yellow paint and magenta paint.
Red is sometimes us... | high | false | false |
661 | Raw food | - _For the WWE brand/TV Show, see [WWE Raw](97951)._
[Food](280)s are **raw** when they are not cooked.
Most things are safe to eat raw, but some of them can be poisonous.
## Health
There's currently no solid evidence to suggest that raw food is more healthy than cooked food.
### Germs
Raw food can sometimes make p... | - _For the WWE brand/TV Show, see WWE Raw._
Foods are **raw** when they are not cooked.
Most things are safe to eat raw, but some of them can be poisonous.
## Health
There's currently no solid evidence to suggest that raw food is more healthy than cooked food.
### Germs
Raw food can sometimes make people sick becau... | medium | false | false |
663 | Ram | **Ram** can mean:
- A male sheep that has not been neutered
- [Random-access memory](14996) (abbreviated "RAM")
- [Battering ram](460818), something used to break through walls or doors
- Hydraulic ram, a type of [pump](59990)
- [Rama](29613) (or Râm), a Hindu god | **Ram** can mean:
- A male sheep that has not been neutered
- Random-access memory (abbreviated "RAM")
- Battering ram, something used to break through walls or doors
- Hydraulic ram, a type of pump
- Rama (or Râm), a Hindu god | high | false | false |
664 | Roman Empire | The **Roman Empire** ruled the [Mediterranean](7621) and much of Europe, Western Asia and North Africa. The Romans conquered most of this during the Republic, and it was ruled by emperors following [Octavian's](15583) assumption of effective sole rule in 27 BC. The western empire collapsed in 476 AD, but the eastern em... | The **Roman Empire** ruled the Mediterranean and much of Europe, Western Asia and North Africa. The Romans conquered most of this during the Republic, and it was ruled by emperors following Octavian's assumption of effective sole rule in 27 BC. The western empire collapsed in 476 AD, but the eastern empire, the Byzanti... | high | false | false |
666 | Regime | A **regime** is the [leader](3616) and other people who run a [government](312) of a [sovereign state](195252).
There are many kinds of regimes. They can achieve [power](37238) in many ways. Depending on the time and place and local [civics](159) like the [electoral system](1005313), they can lose power in many ways... | A **regime** is the leader and other people who run a government of a sovereign state.
There are many kinds of regimes. They can achieve power in many ways. Depending on the time and place and local civics like the electoral system, they can lose power in many ways too. The most common way for a regime to lose powe... | medium | false | false |
673 | River | A **river** is a [stream](799) of [water](939) that flows through a channel on the surface of the ground. The passage where the river flows is called the riverbed and the earth on each side is called a riverbank. A river begins on high ground or in hills or mountains and flows down from the high ground to the lower gro... | A **river** is a stream of water that flows through a channel on the surface of the ground. The passage where the river flows is called the riverbed and the earth on each side is called a riverbank. A river begins on high ground or in hills or mountains and flows down from the high ground to the lower ground, because o... | high | false | false |
676 | Right angle | A **right angle** is an [angle](4375) with a [measurement](31735) of 90 degrees or π/2 radians. While most angles are represented by a small sliver of a circle in their angle, right angles have a small square instead. This is why something that is 90 degrees is often referred to as "square" in woodworking. When two [li... | A **right angle** is an angle with a measurement of 90 degrees or π/2 radians. While most angles are represented by a small sliver of a circle in their angle, right angles have a small square instead. This is why something that is 90 degrees is often referred to as "square" in woodworking. When two lines cross each oth... | high | false | false |
677 | Reward | A **reward** is getting something good for doing a given task. It needs someone who has the power to give the good thing. It is part of reinforcement that primarily deals with rewards and reliefs.
Ideas like reinforcement unlike [punishment](31012) that is based on cost and losses function based on the idea that peopl... | A **reward** is getting something good for doing a given task. It needs someone who has the power to give the good thing. It is part of reinforcement that primarily deals with rewards and reliefs.
Ideas like reinforcement unlike punishment that is based on cost and losses function based on the idea that people increas... | medium | false | false |
679 | Ranch | A **ranch** is a [farm](294) for raising cows, [horse](11275)s, sheep or other [livestock](31976). Most ranches are large, but they can be any size. The word _ranch_ is from the [Spanish](6432) word "rancho". It is used in [American](28) and [Canadian English](174681). People who use a ranch are called **ranchers**.
A... | A **ranch** is a farm for raising cows, horses, sheep or other livestock. Most ranches are large, but they can be any size. The word _ranch_ is from the Spanish word "rancho". It is used in American and Canadian English. People who use a ranch are called **ranchers**.
A ranch may be on private or public land. The dese... | medium | false | false |
680 | SUV | A **sports utility vehicle**, also known as a **sport utility van** or simply an **SUV** or a **sport utility car**, is a type of [vehicle](6153) which combines the load-hauling and versatility of a [pickup truck](92644) with the passenger-carrying space of a minivan, [hatchback](762986), [station wagon](279347), or la... | A **sports utility vehicle**, also known as a **sport utility van** or simply an **SUV** or a **sport utility car**, is a type of vehicle which combines the load-hauling and versatility of a pickup truck with the passenger-carrying space of a minivan, hatchback, station wagon, or large sedan. It is built as a rugged ve... | medium | false | false |
682 | Substance | **Substance** is the [material](4363), or [matter](50759), of which something is made. Substances are [physical](24909) things that can be seen, touched, or measured. They are made up of one or more [element](21469)al parts. [Iron](223080) and [aluminium](5313), which are pure, [water](939) and [air](9), which are mixt... | **Substance** is the material, or matter, of which something is made. Substances are physical things that can be seen, touched, or measured. They are made up of one or more elemental parts. Iron and aluminium, which are pure, water and air, which are mixtures; are all examples of substances.
## Problems of definition
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683 | Symbol | A **symbol** is a [drawing](11274), [shape](7075), or an [object](76830) that represents an [idea](18603), object, or amount of something.
## Overview
The most common symbols are [letters](6309), which are symbols of [words](911) and [sounds](686). A symbol can be an actual object (such as the cross, a symbol of [Chr... | A **symbol** is a drawing, shape, or an object that represents an idea, object, or amount of something.
## Overview
The most common symbols are letters, which are symbols of words and sounds. A symbol can be an actual object (such as the cross, a symbol of Christianity or a scepter, a symbol of royalty and power), or... | medium | false | false |
684 | September | **September** (Sep.) is the ninth [month](3641) of the [year](944) in the [Gregorian calendar](12159), coming between [August](2) and [October](569). It has 30 [day](3539)s. Its name comes from the [Latin](6592) word _sept_ for "seven" (it was the seventh month of the year, before [January](400) and [February](262) wer... | **September** (Sep.) is the ninth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar, coming between August and October. It has 30 days. Its name comes from the Latin word _sept_ for "seven" (it was the seventh month of the year, before January and February were added to the beginning of the year.)
September always begins on... | high | false | false |
686 | Sound | - _Sound can also mean a body of [water](939), like a [bay](34569) or [channel](4706)._
**Sound** is caused by [waves](3285) of [pressure](31982) called sound waves. It can be [heard](13772) when it goes through a [medium](482637) to the [ear](15497). All sounds are made by [vibration](41360)s of molecules. For exampl... | - _Sound can also mean a body of water, like a bay or channel._
**Sound** is caused by waves of pressure called sound waves. It can be heard when it goes through a medium to the ear. All sounds are made by vibrations of molecules. For example, when a person hits a drum or a cymbal the object vibrates. These vibrations... | high | false | false |
689 | Society | **Society** is the term to describe [human](502310) beings together as a collective entity – the sum of their [social networks](5431) and [social interactions](168937).
## Origin
The term comes from the [Latin](70918) idea of _societas_, or the connection between [friends](7264) or [allies](67780) – friend or ally be... | **Society** is the term to describe human beings together as a collective entity – the sum of their social networks and social interactions.
## Origin
The term comes from the Latin idea of _societas_, or the connection between friends or allies – friend or ally being _socius_. It can also mean a specific group of peo... | high | false | false |
690 | Suggestion | A **suggestion** is an idea that one suggests, or says is good for another (or others) to follow. Some people may agree to it, and some may disagree. If they disagree or have a different suggestion, the person who first suggested the idea will usually discuss with the other people and find a good conclusion that satisf... | A **suggestion** is an idea that one suggests, or says is good for another (or others) to follow. Some people may agree to it, and some may disagree. If they disagree or have a different suggestion, the person who first suggested the idea will usually discuss with the other people and find a good conclusion that satisf... | medium | false | false |
695 | Spache Readability Formula | **Spache Readability Formula** is one method of finding out how hard a piece of writing is (its textual difficulty).
The method compares [word](911)s in a text to a list of words which are familiar in everyday writing. The words that are not on the list are called _unfamiliar_. The [number](528) of words per sentence ... | **Spache Readability Formula** is one method of finding out how hard a piece of writing is (its textual difficulty).
The method compares words in a text to a list of words which are familiar in everyday writing. The words that are not on the list are called _unfamiliar_. The number of words per sentence are counted. T... | low | false | false |
699 | Sport | **Sport** usually means [athletic](319943) [games](3196) that involve a degree of [competition](33042), such as [netball](8404), [basketball](7500) or cross-country Olympic skiing. Some games and many kinds of [racing](165607) are called sports. A professional at a sport is called an athlete. Many people do sports with... | **Sport** usually means athletic games that involve a degree of competition, such as netball, basketball or cross-country Olympic skiing. Some games and many kinds of racing are called sports. A professional at a sport is called an athlete. Many people do sports with their friends. They need coaches to teach or train ... | medium | false | false |
700 | Science | **Science** is what we do to find out about the natural world. There are different kinds of science. Natural sciences study nature and the physical world. They include [biology](101), [chemistry](108), [geology](19223), [astronomy](48), and [physics](591). Social sciences study people and how societies work. They inclu... | **Science** is what we do to find out about the natural world. There are different kinds of science. Natural sciences study nature and the physical world. They include biology, chemistry, geology, astronomy, and physics. Social sciences study people and how societies work. They include, psychology, sociology, and econo... | high | true | false |
702 | Saint Lawrence River | The **Saint Lawrence River** (; Tuscarora: _Kahnawáʼkye_; Mohawk: _Kaniatarowanenneh_, meaning "big waterway") is a big [river](673) in eastern [North America](557). It flows between the [Canadian](219589) [province](6617) of [Quebec](649) & [Ontario](5012) and the [American](219587) [state](798) of [New York](7469), a... | The **Saint Lawrence River** (; Tuscarora: _Kahnawáʼkye_; Mohawk: _Kaniatarowanenneh_, meaning "big waterway") is a big river in eastern North America. It flows between the Canadian province of Quebec & Ontario and the American state of New York, and through the major Canadian city of Montreal. It is the third largest ... | medium | false | false |
703 | Seville | **Seville** () is a city in the southern parts of [Spain](219832). A river called the [Guadalquivir](20221) River goes through Seville. The city of Seville is the capital of the Spanish [autonomous community](12) [Andalusia](20278) and of the province of [Sevilla](461718). People from Seville are called _Sevillanos_. W... | **Seville** () is a city in the southern parts of Spain. A river called the Guadalquivir River goes through Seville. The city of Seville is the capital of the Spanish autonomous community Andalusia and of the province of Sevilla. People from Seville are called _Sevillanos_. With 686.000 people in the city and about 1.1... | medium | false | false |
708 | Salami | **Salami** is a [sausage](710) that first came from Italy. The name comes from the Italian salare meaning to make something salty.
The original salami was made from a mix of chopped [pork](7751) and [salt](6640) which was dried using air in a casing. Now there are many types of salamis made in some countries. Nearly a... | **Salami** is a sausage that first came from Italy. The name comes from the Italian salare meaning to make something salty.
The original salami was made from a mix of chopped pork and salt which was dried using air in a casing. Now there are many types of salamis made in some countries. Nearly all are seasoned with a ... | medium | false | false |
709 | Special English | **Special English** is a simple form of the [English language](2843). It is used by a public [radio](8584) station called [Voice of America](12463), run by the [United States](219587) [government](312) in Special English programs every [day](3539). Its [news](14059) and feature programs are read more slowly than usual... | **Special English** is a simple form of the English language. It is used by a public radio station called Voice of America, run by the United States government in Special English programs every day. Its news and feature programs are read more slowly than usual, using fewer English words and simple grammar.
The conten... | low | false | false |
710 | Sausage | **Sausage** is a food made of ground-up or chopped-up [meat](4646) or meat with other ingredients. It often has spices in it and is covered in a casing. Traditionally, a sausage casing is made of animal [intestine](15908), but can sometimes be made of [plastic](646). There are many forms of sausages, including [hot dog... | **Sausage** is a food made of ground-up or chopped-up meat or meat with other ingredients. It often has spices in it and is covered in a casing. Traditionally, a sausage casing is made of animal intestine, but can sometimes be made of plastic. There are many forms of sausages, including hot dog, pepperoni, bologna, and... | high | false | false |
717 | Slang | **Slang** are words that are informal. Usually each [generation](3868) or social group has its own slang - for example, older people can have trouble understanding the slang of younger people. On the other hand, younger people often understand, but find silly or old-fashioned, the slang of older people.
Over time, ... | **Slang** are words that are informal. Usually each generation or social group has its own slang - for example, older people can have trouble understanding the slang of younger people. On the other hand, younger people often understand, but find silly or old-fashioned, the slang of older people.
Over time, language... | medium | false | false |
725 | Social contract | A **social contract or political contract** is a perceived [agreement](4053) among the people of a [state](798) about the rules that will define their [government](312). These rules are usually called [law](426)s. Laws help to make sure people have [rights](117029) and that their rights are protected. One kind of socia... | A **social contract or political contract** is a perceived agreement among the people of a state about the rules that will define their government. These rules are usually called laws. Laws help to make sure people have rights and that their rights are protected. One kind of social contract is a constitution. A constit... | high | false | false |
726 | Social capital | **Social capital** is made when people spend time with others and build good [relationships](46541). It is the help and worth that a person can get from their ties with other people. Social capital is like real [capital](46686). When a person or a group has more capital, it is easier to do things, and life is better. W... | **Social capital** is made when people spend time with others and build good relationships. It is the help and worth that a person can get from their ties with other people. Social capital is like real capital. When a person or a group has more capital, it is easier to do things, and life is better. When there is less ... | medium | false | false |
732 | Site | A **site** is a real fixed [physical](50759) location where something will or has happened or a place where something is.
### Uses in buildings
It is used very often in building trades to mean the place where a [building](6081) will go up.
### Uses in gravesites
A gravesite is a place where a person will be buried ... | A **site** is a real fixed physical location where something will or has happened or a place where something is.
### Uses in buildings
It is used very often in building trades to mean the place where a building will go up.
### Uses in gravesites
A gravesite is a place where a person will be buried after they die.
... | medium | false | false |
733 | Subtraction | **Subtraction** is the [arithmetic](21) operation for finding the difference between two [number](528)s, though it can also be generalized to other mathematical objects such as [vector](3662)s and [matrices](5398). The names of the numbers in a subtraction expression are: . For example, the expression can be read as "... | **Subtraction** is the arithmetic operation for finding the difference between two numbers, though it can also be generalized to other mathematical objects such as vectors and matrices. The names of the numbers in a subtraction expression are: . For example, the expression can be read as "seven minus four equals three... | high | false | false |
744 | String theory | **String theory** tries to [use math to explain](321860) the four known [fundamental force](375315)s—gravitation, [electromagnetism](27976), strong nuclear force, weak nuclear force—together in one theory. This tries to solve the problems of having both [classical physics](268592) and quantum physics.
[Einstein](2138)... | **String theory** tries to use math to explain the four known fundamental forces—gravitation, electromagnetism, strong nuclear force, weak nuclear force—together in one theory. This tries to solve the problems of having both classical physics and quantum physics.
Einstein wanted a unified field theory, a single theory... | medium | false | false |
748 | Scientist | A **scientist** is a person who studies or has mastered the field in [science](700). A scientist tries to understand how our [world](6369), or other things, work. Scientists make [observation](1232320)s, ask questions and do extensive [research](23574) work in finding the answers to many questions.
Scientists may work... | A **scientist** is a person who studies or has mastered the field in science. A scientist tries to understand how our world, or other things, work. Scientists make observations, ask questions and do extensive research work in finding the answers to many questions.
Scientists may work in laboratories for governments, c... | high | false | false |
750 | Soapbox | A **soapbox** is a [temporary](67577) [platform](320004) used to give a [speech](40654). During the [19th century](3978), [soap](807) was transported in wooden boxes. When a person had new or unusual ideas, and wanted to talk to a crowd about them, sometimes he or she would stand on an empty soapbox so that everyone co... | A **soapbox** is a temporary platform used to give a speech. During the 19th century, soap was transported in wooden boxes. When a person had new or unusual ideas, and wanted to talk to a crowd about them, sometimes he or she would stand on an empty soapbox so that everyone could see and hear the talk well.
People som... | medium | false | false |
752 | Supernatural | The word **supernatural** (from ) is used for things that some people believe are [real](8570), but that are not part of [nature](547) or can’t be explained by the [scientific](700) [laws of nature](171228). Because we cannot prove whether these things are real, people often disagree about these things.
Some say that ... | The word **supernatural** (from ) is used for things that some people believe are real, but that are not part of nature or can’t be explained by the scientific laws of nature. Because we cannot prove whether these things are real, people often disagree about these things.
Some say that we should talk about things with... | medium | false | false |
753 | Spirit | A **spirit**, otherwise referred to as a **phantom**, is considered to be the part of a [being](85) that is not the body. Other words with the same meanings are [soul](805) and [ghost](306). When a body is alive, it has a spirit in it. [Death](209) is when the spirit separates from the body.
[Christian](170)s believe ... | A **spirit**, otherwise referred to as a **phantom**, is considered to be the part of a being that is not the body. Other words with the same meanings are soul and ghost. When a body is alive, it has a spirit in it. Death is when the spirit separates from the body.
Christians believe that spirits exist in Heaven or He... | medium | false | false |
765 | Seed | A **seed** is the part of a seed plant which can grow into a new plant. It is a [reproductive](66201) structure which disperses, and can survive for some time. A typical seed includes three basic parts: (1) an [embryo](8178), (2) a supply of [nutrient](56759)s for the embryo, and (3) a seed coat.
There are many differ... | A **seed** is the part of a seed plant which can grow into a new plant. It is a reproductive structure which disperses, and can survive for some time. A typical seed includes three basic parts: (1) an embryo, (2) a supply of nutrients for the embryo, and (3) a seed coat.
There are many different kinds of seeds. Some p... | high | false | false |
766 | Sail | A **sail** is a large piece of cloth on the top of some [boat](5817)s. The [wind](5898) goes around the sail and makes the boat move through the [water](939). The piece that the sail is attached to is called a [mast](45410). Some boats have many sails, and some have only one. Usually, small boats have only one sail, an... | A **sail** is a large piece of cloth on the top of some boats. The wind goes around the sail and makes the boat move through the water. The piece that the sail is attached to is called a mast. Some boats have many sails, and some have only one. Usually, small boats have only one sail, and bigger boats have more. Boats ... | medium | false | false |
769 | Spanish | The word **Spanish** means:
- from or about the country of [Spain](219832), such as a person from Spain or food from Spain
- Spanish people
- the [Spanish language](6432)
- [Spanish Empire](64135)
## Other use
- [Hispanic](320292) | The word **Spanish** means:
- from or about the country of Spain, such as a person from Spain or food from Spain
- Spanish people
- the Spanish language
- Spanish Empire
## Other use
- Hispanic | high | false | false |
772 | Skin | The **skin** is the outer covering of [mammals](525) and some other [animals](62). It has many purposes. First of all, it is a defense against the entry of pathogens such as [bacteria](10861) and [parasites](30270). Second, it regulates (keeps in control) the body's temperature. It allows [evaporation](4059) from its s... | The **skin** is the outer covering of mammals and some other animals. It has many purposes. First of all, it is a defense against the entry of pathogens such as bacteria and parasites. Second, it regulates (keeps in control) the body's temperature. It allows evaporation from its surface, and adjusts it. It is a physica... | high | false | false |
774 | Search engine | A **search engine** is a [website](908) that allows users to look up information on the [World Wide Web](905) (WWW), part of the [Internet](362). The search engine will achieve this by looking at many [web pages](924) to find matches to the user's search inputs. It will return results ranked by relevancy and popularity... | A **search engine** is a website that allows users to look up information on the World Wide Web (WWW), part of the Internet. The search engine will achieve this by looking at many web pages to find matches to the user's search inputs. It will return results ranked by relevancy and popularity by the search engine. The m... | medium | false | false |
780 | Sabbath in Christianity | **Sabbath** in [Christianity](219595) is the day of rest and service to God. The idea of the Sabbath in [Christianity](219595) comes directly from the idea of the [Shabbat](387394) in [Judaism](219593). The word Sabbath comes from the Hebrew word _Shabbat._ Like the Shabbat, the Sabbath in Christianity comes from t... | **Sabbath** in Christianity is the day of rest and service to God. The idea of the Sabbath in Christianity comes directly from the idea of the Shabbat in Judaism. The word Sabbath comes from the Hebrew word _Shabbat._ Like the Shabbat, the Sabbath in Christianity comes from the Genesis story of Creation. But unlik... | medium | false | false |
789 | Statistics | **Statistics** is a branch of [applied mathematics](131378) that deals with collecting, organizing, analyzing, reading and presenting data. [Descriptive statistics](208393) make summaries of data. Inferential statistics makes predictions. Statistics helps in the study of many other fields, such as [science](700), [medi... | **Statistics** is a branch of applied mathematics that deals with collecting, organizing, analyzing, reading and presenting data. Descriptive statistics make summaries of data. Inferential statistics makes predictions. Statistics helps in the study of many other fields, such as science, medicine, economics, psychology,... | medium | false | false |
791 | Speed | **Speed** is a measure.
It is [velocity](898) but without the direction.
## Finding speed
Speed is the [distance](203) an object moves in a given amount of [time](3219).
The distance is never [negative](561).
If a train takes 1 hour to travel 100 kilometers, it has a speed of .
In fact this is the _average speed_.
Du... | **Speed** is a measure.
It is velocity but without the direction.
## Finding speed
Speed is the distance an object moves in a given amount of time.
The distance is never negative.
If a train takes 1 hour to travel 100 kilometers, it has a speed of .
In fact this is the _average speed_.
During this one hour, the train... | high | false | false |
793 | Server log | A **server log** records what is happening on a [server](794) at any time. For example, an HTTP server runs a web site.
de:Logdatei | A **server log** records what is happening on a server at any time. For example, an HTTP server runs a web site.
de:Logdatei | low | false | false |
794 | Server | A **server** is a [computer](112) that serves many kinds of information to a user or [client](65751) machine. Usually a server will only do a few things for many clients. Every type of thing a server does is called a service. Services are used by other computers that are called clients. The relationship between client ... | A **server** is a computer that serves many kinds of information to a user or client machine. Usually a server will only do a few things for many clients. Every type of thing a server does is called a service. Services are used by other computers that are called clients. The relationship between client and server is ca... | medium | false | false |
795 | Simile | A **simile** is a [figure of speech](57440) that compares two different things, usually by using the words 'like' or 'as'. It is used to make a _direct and clear comparison between two things .Similes_ may be confused with [metaphor](510)s, which do the same kind of thing. Similes use comparisons, with the words '[like... | A **simile** is a figure of speech that compares two different things, usually by using the words 'like' or 'as'. It is used to make a _direct and clear comparison between two things .Similes_ may be confused with metaphors, which do the same kind of thing. Similes use comparisons, with the words 'like' or 'as'. Metaph... | high | false | false |
798 | State | In [politics](592), a **state** is the [government](312) of a [country](121) which has control over a [geographic](296) [area](3926) or [territory](156768). States have three main features:
- Control over a geographic area, or [territory](156768)
- A people, the population of the state.
- [Institution](60256)s which ha... | In politics, a **state** is the government of a country which has control over a geographic area or territory. States have three main features:
- Control over a geographic area, or territory
- A people, the population of the state.
- Institutions which have the power to make laws.
There are different forms of governme... | medium | false | false |
799 | Stream | A **stream** is a natural flow of [water](939) moving across [land](20961) between banks. It is smaller than a [river](673).
The primary meaning of **stream** is a body of water, confined within a bed and banks, and detectably flowing. [Synonym](6208)<nowiki/>s or related words include [river](673), [creek](946057),... | A **stream** is a natural flow of water moving across land between banks. It is smaller than a river.
The primary meaning of **stream** is a body of water, confined within a bed and banks, and detectably flowing. Synonym<nowiki/>s or related words include river, creek, tributary, run, branch, brook, bourne, wash, an... | medium | false | false |
800 | Solar System | The **Solar System** is a group of space objects that are held together by [gravity](2901), with the [Sun](44408) in the center. The Sun is a huge ball of hot glowing [gas](3283) that gives off [light](3987) and [heat](5761). Everything else in the Solar System moves around the Sun. The Solar System formed about 4.6 bi... | The **Solar System** is a group of space objects that are held together by gravity, with the Sun in the center. The Sun is a huge ball of hot glowing gas that gives off light and heat. Everything else in the Solar System moves around the Sun. The Solar System formed about 4.6 billion years ago when a giant cloud of gas... | high | true | false |
802 | Saturn | **Saturn** is the sixth [planet](639) from the [Sun](44408) in our [solar system](800). On [average](33956), Saturn is about 1,432,000,000 km (870,000,000 [mi](501)) away from the Sun.
## Infobox (planet)
- **name**: Saturn
- **symbol**:
- **image**:
- **caption**: Pictured in natural color approaching equinox, photo... | **Saturn** is the sixth planet from the Sun in our solar system. On average, Saturn is about 1,432,000,000 km (870,000,000 mi) away from the Sun.
## Infobox (planet)
- **name**: Saturn
- **symbol**:
- **image**:
- **caption**: Pictured in natural color approaching equinox, photographed by _Cassini–Huygens, Cassini_ i... | high | true | false |
803 | Slavery | **Slavery** is when a person is treated as the [property](3336) of another person. This person is usually called a slave, and the owner is called a slavemaster. It often means that slaves are forced to work, or else they will be punished by the [law](426) (if slavery is legal in that place) or by their master. There is... | **Slavery** is when a person is treated as the property of another person. This person is usually called a slave, and the owner is called a slavemaster. It often means that slaves are forced to work, or else they will be punished by the law (if slavery is legal in that place) or by their master. There is evidence that ... | high | false | false |
805 | Soul | Many [philosophies](590) and [religion](653)s say that a **soul** is a [supernatural](752) essence of a [living](425) human being that lives after death. It is usually said to be immortal. It cannot be discovered by science, because it cannot be tested in any controlled way. Many different opinions exist as to what hap... | Many philosophies and religions say that a **soul** is a supernatural essence of a living human being that lives after death. It is usually said to be immortal. It cannot be discovered by science, because it cannot be tested in any controlled way. Many different opinions exist as to what happens to personal experience ... | medium | false | false |
807 | Soap | **Soap** is a [chemical compound](6101) resulting from the reaction of an alkali (commonly [sodium](39549) or [potassium hydroxide](257953)) with a [fatty acid](242093). Soaps are the metallic salts of long chain fatty acids. When mixed with [water](939) during [bath](6050)ing, cleansing, or [washing](66379), they help... | **Soap** is a chemical compound resulting from the reaction of an alkali (commonly sodium or potassium hydroxide) with a fatty acid. Soaps are the metallic salts of long chain fatty acids. When mixed with water during bathing, cleansing, or washing, they help people and clothes get clean by lowering the chance of dirt ... | high | false | false |
811 | Summary | A **summary** is a condensed explanation of an event, story, document, etc.. i.e. "summing up the facts." They are not constrained to any medium or topics. Not to be confused with [abstract](126005), which is a summary of a document. There are many different levels of summarization that can be done. The summarizer may ... | A **summary** is a condensed explanation of an event, story, document, etc.. i.e. "summing up the facts." They are not constrained to any medium or topics. Not to be confused with abstract, which is a summary of a document. There are many different levels of summarization that can be done. The summarizer may choose any... | high | false | false |
813 | Service economy | A **service** is a job or work done for someone else. All the service trades form a **service economy**.
Good examples are:
- [Government](312) is perhaps the largest example.
- [Hospitals](9584) and the health services generally.
- [Banks](3942) and financial services.
- [Motor](8382) trade services. All services exc... | A **service** is a job or work done for someone else. All the service trades form a **service economy**.
Good examples are:
- Government is perhaps the largest example.
- Hospitals and the health services generally.
- Banks and financial services.
- Motor trade services. All services except actual products such as par... | medium | false | false |
814 | Sense | There are several meanings of the word **sense**. This page is for disambiguation - there are more detailed articles on each meaning:
When a word has several meanings, one can refer to it as being used "in the sense of..." some context or other. In [Simple English](222712) for instance we avoid using words in unusua... | There are several meanings of the word **sense**. This page is for disambiguation - there are more detailed articles on each meaning:
When a word has several meanings, one can refer to it as being used "in the sense of..." some context or other. In Simple English for instance we avoid using words in unusual senses.
... | high | false | false |
815 | Synagogue | A **synagogue** is a place where [Jews](219593) meet to [worship](51910) and pray to [God](305).
In [Hebrew](14175), a synagogue is called _beit knesset_, which means, a "house of gathering". The word "synagogue" comes from _sunagoge_, which is a [Greek](4606) word. In a synagogue, Jews carry out the Jewish services, ... | A **synagogue** is a place where Jews meet to worship and pray to God.
In Hebrew, a synagogue is called _beit knesset_, which means, a "house of gathering". The word "synagogue" comes from _sunagoge_, which is a Greek word. In a synagogue, Jews carry out the Jewish services, which consist of prayers, sometimes with sp... | high | false | false |
816 | Scarcity | **Scarcity** in [economics](246) is the lack of various forms of [capital](46686). Scarcity can be used to describe an economic situation in economics, or it can be used to describe more general situations.
In economics, scarcity is the result of people having "Unlimited Wants and Needs," or always wanting something n... | **Scarcity** in economics is the lack of various forms of capital. Scarcity can be used to describe an economic situation in economics, or it can be used to describe more general situations.
In economics, scarcity is the result of people having "Unlimited Wants and Needs," or always wanting something new, and having "... | medium | false | false |
818 | Readability | **Readability**, or **textual difficulty**, means how easy or hard a text is to read. Research has shown that two main factors affect the ease with which texts are read.
1. How difficult the words are: this is _lexical_ difficulty. Rare words are less well known than common words. Rare, difficult words are often longer... | **Readability**, or **textual difficulty**, means how easy or hard a text is to read. Research has shown that two main factors affect the ease with which texts are read.
1. How difficult the words are: this is _lexical_ difficulty. Rare words are less well known than common words. Rare, difficult words are often longer... | medium | false | false |
819 | Theatre | **Theatre** ([British English](83) and also [American English](28)), or **Theater** (mostly [American English](28)), has several meanings.
The word comes originally from the [Greek](4606) _Theatron_, meaning roughly, 'a place for viewing'. In [American English](28), the word 'theater' can mean either a place where fil... | **Theatre** (British English and also American English), or **Theater** (mostly American English), has several meanings.
The word comes originally from the Greek _Theatron_, meaning roughly, 'a place for viewing'. In American English, the word 'theater' can mean either a place where films are shown (this is also calle... | medium | false | false |
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