12-letter words containing c, a, n, y, o, s
- cyanogenesis — the release by certain plants, such as cherry laurel, of hydrogen cyanide, esp after wounding or invasion by pathogens
- cyanohydrins — Plural form of cyanohydrin.
- cycloalkanes — Cycloalkanes are molecules which contain only carbon-hydrogen bonds, with the carbon atoms joined in a ring.
- cytochalasin — any of a group of metabolites derived from fungus that interfere with cell processes
- diisocyanate — (chemistry) Any compound containing two isocyanate anions or functional groups, but especially such an organic compound used in the preparation of polyurethane.
- discordantly — disagreeable to the ear; dissonant; harsh.
- dodecagynous — (of a plant) having eleven or twelve pistils
- enhypostatic — relating to enhypostasia
- exclusionary — restrictive or elitist
- forensically — pertaining to, connected with, or used in courts of law or public discussion and debate.
- geosynclinal — Geology. pertaining to a synclinal fold that involves a relatively large part of the earth's surface.
- granulocytes — Plural form of granulocyte.
- gymnocarpous — (of a fungus or lichen) having the apothecium open and attached to the surface of the thallus.
- gynecomastia — abnormal enlargement of the breast in a male.
- halcyon days — period regarded with nostalgia
- hells canyon — a canyon on the Snake River in S Idaho and along the Oregon border: 125 miles (210 km) long with a maximum depth of about 7900 feet (2408 meters).
- hemodynamics — the branch of physiology dealing with the forces involved in the circulation of the blood.
- hydrocarbons — any of a class of compounds containing only hydrogen and carbon, as an alkane, methane, CH 4 , an alkene, ethylene, C 2 H 4 , an alkyne, acetylene, C 2 H 2 , or an aromatic compound, benzene, C 6 H 6 .
- hydronautics — (nautical) The science of the design and construction of ships, their engines, and their instrumentation.
- hypersomniac — a tendency to sleep excessively.
- idiodynamics — a system of beliefs in psychology emphasizing the role of the personality in choosing stimuli and in organizing responses.
- idiosyncracy — Alternative spelling of idiosyncrasy.
- idiosyncrasy — A mode of behavior or way of thought peculiar to an individual.
- incautiously — In an incautious manner; with a lack of caution.
- inclusionary — (of zoning, housing programs, etc.) stipulating that a certain percentage of new housing will be priced within the reach of middle-income buyers or renters.
- inconsolably — not able to be comforted or consoled; disconsolate: She was inconsolable when her son died.
- inconstantly — In an inconstant manner.
- insouciantly — free from concern, worry, or anxiety; carefree; nonchalant.
- isoenzymatic — isoenzymic
- isotonically — In an isotonic way.
- laryngoscope — a rigid or flexible endoscope passed through the mouth and equipped with a source of light and magnification, for examining and performing local diagnostic and surgical procedures on the larynx.
- laryngoscopy — an examination by means of a laryngoscope.
- lycanthropes — Plural form of lycanthrope.
- mendaciously — In a lying or deceitful manner.
- microanalyst — One who carries out microanalysis.
- monastically — In a monastic manner.
- monosyllabic — having only one syllable, as the word no.
- monosynaptic — having or relating to a sole synapse
- mornay sauce — a rich white sauce to which grated cheese, usually Swiss or Parmesan, and seasonings have been added
- nanocrystals — Plural form of nanocrystal.
- nasolacrymal — relating to the tear duct
- noam chomsky — (Avram) Noam [nohm,, noh-uh m] /noʊm,, ˈnoʊ əm/ (Show IPA), born 1928, U.S. linguist, educator, and political activist.
- nonphysician — a person who is not a physician
- occasionally — at times; from time to time; now and then.
- opalescently — In an opalescent manner.
- pantisocracy — a community, social group, etc, in which all have rule and everyone is equal
- plastocyanin — a blue protein found in green plants and in some bacteria
- pneumatocyst — the cavity of a pneumatophore.
- polysynaptic — having or involving more than one synapse.
- postcoronary — of, relating to, or occurring after a heart attack