CPage 589
- English Word Contrastimulant Definition An agent which counteracts the effect of a stimulant.
- English Word Contrasting Definition of Contrast
- English Word Contrate Definition Having cogs or teeth projecting parallel to the axis, instead of radiating from it.
- English Word Contratenor Definition Counter tenor; contralto.
- English Word Contravallation Definition A trench guarded with a parapet, constructed by besiegers, to secure themselves and check sallies of the besieged.
- English Word Contravene Definition To meet in the way of opposition; to come into conflict with; to oppose; to contradict; to obstruct the operation of; to defeat.
- English Word Contravene Definition To violate; to nullify; to be inconsistent with; as, to contravene a law.
- English Word Contravened Definition of Contravene
- English Word Contravener Definition One who contravenes.
- English Word Contravening Definition of Contravene
- English Word Contravention Definition The act of contravening; opposition; obstruction; transgression; violation.
- English Word Contraversion Definition A turning to the opposite side; antistrophe.
- English Word Contrayerva Definition A species of Dorstenia (D. Contrayerva), a South American plant, the aromatic root of which is sometimes used in medicine as a gentle stimulant and tonic.
- English Word Contrecoup Definition A concussion or shock produced by a blow or other injury, in a part or region opposite to that at which the blow is received, often causing rupture or disorganisation of the parts affected.
- English Word Contretemps Definition An unexpected and untoward accident; something inopportune or embarrassing; a hitch.
- English Word Contributable Definition Capable of being contributed.
- English Word Contributary Definition Contributory.
- English Word Contributary Definition Tributary; contributing.
- English Word Contribute Definition To give or grant i common with others; to give to a common stock or for a common purpose; to furnish or suply in part; to give (money or other aid) for a specified object; as, to contribute food or fuel for the poor.
- English Word Contribute Definition To give a part to a common stock; to lend assistance or aid, or give something, to a common purpose; to have a share in any act or effect.