14-letter words containing l, y, a, m, h
- hypophalangism — the condition of having fewer than the normal number of phalanges per finger or toe.
- hypothalamus's — a region of the brain, between the thalamus and the midbrain, that functions as the main control center for the autonomic nervous system by regulating sleep cycles, body temperature, appetite, etc., and that acts as an endocrine gland by producing hormones, including the releasing factors that control the hormonal secretions of the pituitary gland.
- hypotrachelium — (on a classical column) any member, as a necking, between the capital and the shaft.
- immethodically — Unmethodically.
- impeachability — The state or condition of being impeachable.
- inharmoniously — In an inharmonious way.
- internal rhyme — a rhyme created by two or more words in the same line of verse.
- isomorphically — In an isomorphic manner.
- lachrymatories — Plural form of lachrymatory.
- leucocythaemia — leukaemia
- lymphangiogram — an X-ray of the lymphatic system taken after a contrast agent has been injected, often used to diagnose lymphoma
- lymphedematous — Relating to lymphedema.
- lymphoglandula — (anatomy) An alternative name for a lymph node.
- malacophyllous — (of plants living in dry regions) having fleshy leaves in which water is stored
- mandibulohyoid — (anatomy) Pertaining both to the mandibular and the hyoid arch.
- mathematically — of, relating to, or of the nature of mathematics: mathematical truth.
- megasporophyll — a sporophyll producing megasporangia only.
- megatechnology — high technology that is developing rapidly
- metallotherapy — therapy by the use of metals or their salts.
- metaphorically — a figure of speech in which a term or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable in order to suggest a resemblance, as in “A mighty fortress is our God.”. Compare mixed metaphor, simile (def 1).
- metaphysically — pertaining to or of the nature of metaphysics.
- metapsychology — speculative thought dealing systematically with concepts extending beyond the limits of psychology as an empirical science.
- metathetically — By means of, or in terms of, metathesis.
- methoxyflurane — a potent substance, C 3 H 4 Cl 2 F 2 O, used as an analgesic in minor surgical procedures and less frequently as a general anesthetic.
- methyl acetate — a colorless, flammable, volatile liquid, C 3 H 6 O 2 , the methyl ester of acetic acid, having a fragrant odor, used chiefly as a solvent.
- methyl alcohol — a colorless, volatile, water-soluble, poisonous liquid, CH 4 O, obtained by the destructive distillation of wood or the incomplete oxidation of natural gas, or produced synthetically from carbon monoxide and hydrogen, used chiefly as a solvent, a fuel, and an automobile antifreeze and in the synthesis of formaldehyde.
- methyl formate — a colorless, water-soluble, flammable liquid, C 2 H 4 O 2 , used chiefly in organic synthesis and as a solvent.
- methyl lactate — a colorless liquid, C 4 H 8 O 3 , soluble with water and most organic liquids: used chiefly as a solvent for cellulose acetate.
- methylcatechol — guaiacol.
- methylxanthine — a compound formed through the methylation of xanthine, such as caffeine or theophylline
- micropathology — the branch of pathology dealing with the microscopic study of changes that occur in tissues and cells during disease.
- milieu therapy — a type of inpatient therapy, used in psychiatric hospitals, involving prescription of particular activities and social interactions according to a patient's emotional and interpersonal needs.
- military brush — one of a pair of matched hairbrushes having no handles, especially for men and boys.
- military march — a brisk march, especially one suitable for a military parade.
- monolithically — of or relating to a monolith.
- monophonically — In a monophonic manner.
- monophysitical — Of or pertaining to monophysitism.
- moral theology — the branch of theology dealing with principles of moral conduct.
- muddleheadedly — In a muddleheaded manner.
- myelencephalon — the posterior section of the hindbrain comprising the medulla oblongata.
- mythologically — of or relating to mythology.
- nymphomaniacal — a woman who has abnormally excessive and uncontrollable sexual desire.
- oligocythaemia — a condition in which a person lacks red blood cells
- ophthalmometry — the measurement and determination of the eye's defects and powers of refraction
- ophthalmoscopy — the use of or technique of using an ophthalmoscope.
- oxyhaemoglobin — the bright red product formed when oxygen from the lungs combines with haemoglobin in the blood
- pentamethylene — cyclopentane.
- phallic symbol — any object, as a cigar or skyscraper, that may broadly resemble or represent the penis, especially such an object that symbolizes power, as an automobile.
- plethysmograph — a device for measuring and recording changes in the volume of the body or of a body part or organ.
- primal therapy — a form of psychotherapy in which the patient is encouraged to relive traumatic events, often screaming or crying, in order to achieve catharsis and a breakdown of psychological defenses.