10-letter words containing n, o, r, m, e
- phanerogam — any of the Phanerogamia, a former primary division of plants comprising those having reproductive organs; a flowering plant or seed plant (opposed to cryptogam).
- phenformin — a biguanide administered orally in the treatment of diabetes to lower blood concentrations of glucose; it has been largely superseded by metformin. Formula: C10H15N5
- pheromonal — relating to or constituting a pheromone
- pheromones — any chemical substance released by an animal that serves to influence the physiology or behavior of other members of the same species.
- phonometer — a device for measuring the intensity of a sound.
- planometer — surface plate.
- pneumogram — a record of respiratory movements
- pomeranian — of, relating to, or characteristic of Pomerania.
- ponderment — the act of pondering
- portamento — a passing or gliding from one pitch or tone to another with a smooth progression.
- postmodern — noting or pertaining to architecture of the late 20th century, appearing in the 1960s, that consciously uses complex forms, fantasy, and allusions to historic styles, in contrast to the austere forms and emphasis on utility of standard modern architecture.
- pre-inform — to supply with information beforehand: He preinformed the newspapers of his decision.
- pre-modern — of or relating to present and recent time; not ancient or remote: modern city life.
- precondemn — to condemn beforehand, as before a legitimate trial.
- preconsume — to consume in advance
- preemption — the act or right of claiming or purchasing before or in preference to others.
- prehominid — any of the extinct humanlike primates classified in the former family Prehominidae.
- premention — to refer briefly to; name, specify, or speak of: Don't forget to mention her contribution to the project.
- premoisten — to moisten beforehand
- premonitor — a person who, or a thing which, forewarns
- prenominal — being such in name only; so-called; putative: a nominal treaty; the nominal head of the country.
- presswoman — a female reporter
- primogenit — the eldest child in a family
- princedoms — the position, rank, or dignity of a prince.
- prizewoman — a female prize winner
- pro-german — of or relating to Germany, its inhabitants, or their language.
- procumbent — lying on the face; prone; prostrate.
- prohormone — the inactive precursor molecule from which a hormone is derived.
- promethean — of or suggestive of Prometheus.
- prominence — Also, prominency. the state of being prominent; conspicuousness.
- prominency — Also, prominency. the state of being prominent; conspicuousness.
- promptness — done, performed, delivered, etc., at once or without delay: a prompt reply.
- propelment — the act of propulsion
- proscenium — Also called proscenium arch. the arch that separates a stage from the auditorium. Abbreviation: pros.
- proseminar — a course conducted in the manner of a seminar for graduate students but often open to advanced undergraduates.
- prosternum — the ventral sclerite of the prothorax of an insect.
- proteanism — readily assuming different forms or characters; extremely variable.
- pycnometer — a container used for determining the density of a liquid or powder, having a specific volume and often provided with a thermometer to indicate the temperature of the contained substance.
- racemation — a bunch, collection, or group
- randomness — proceeding, made, or occurring without definite aim, reason, or pattern: the random selection of numbers.
- randomwise — in a random manner
- ransomable — capable of being ransomed
- ransomless — without ransom, not capable of being ransomed
- ransomware — malware planted illegally in a computer or mobile device that disables its operation or access to its data until the owner or operator pays to regain control or access.
- recommence — start again
- recompense — to repay; remunerate; reward, as for service, aid, etc.
- recoupment — to get back the equivalent of: to recoup one's losses by a lucky investment.
- red mombin — purple mombin.
- red salmon — sockeye salmon.
- redemption — an act of redeeming or atoning for a fault or mistake, or the state of being redeemed.