9-letter words containing s, i, m, o
- isogamete — one of a pair of conjugating gametes, exhibiting no differences in form, size, structure, or sex.
- isogamous — having two similar gametes in which no differentiation can be distinguished, or reproducing by the union of such gametes (opposed to heterogamous).
- isomerase — any of a class of enzymes that catalyze reactions involving intramolecular rearrangements.
- isomerism — Chemistry. the relation of two or more compounds, radicals, or ions that are composed of the same kinds and numbers of atoms but differ from each other in structural arrangement (structural isomerism) as CH 3 OCH 3 and CH 3 CH 2 OH, or in the arrangement of their atoms in space and therefore in one or more properties. Compare optical isomerism, stereoisomerism.
- isomerize — (chemistry) to convert a compound into a different isomeric form.
- isomerous — having an equal number of parts, markings, etc.
- isometric — of, relating to, or having equality of measure.
- isomorphs — Plural form of isomorph.
- isorhythm — a structural feature characteristic of the Ars Nova motet, consisting of a single rhythmic phrase pattern repeated, usually in the tenor, throughout the composition.
- isosmotic — isotonic (def 1).
- isotherms — Plural form of isotherm.
- jockeyism — the skills and practices of jockeys
- jokesmith — (jocular) A person who devises jokes.
- kagoshima — a seaport on S Kyushu, in SW Japan.
- kaiserdom — The dignity, rank or office of a kaiser; the state of being a kaiser.
- kalsomine — to wash or cover with calcimine.
- ketoximes — Plural form of ketoxime.
- kilograms — Plural form of kilogram.
- kinswoman — a female relative.
- kinswomen — Plural form of kinswoman.
- kissogram — A novelty greeting or message delivered by a man or woman who accompanies it with a kiss, arranged as a humorous surprise for the recipient.
- kuskokwim — a river in SW Alaska, flowing SW to the Bering Sea. About 724 miles (1170 km) long.
- labourism — Support for the labour movement, the development of a collective organization of working people to campaign for better working conditions and treatment.
- laconisms — Plural form of laconism.
- lacrimoso — sad or mournful
- lemonfish — the cobia.
- lifeforms — Plural form of lifeform.
- lightsome — emitting or reflecting light; luminous.
- limaceous — Characteristic of slugs (of the family Limacidae).
- limehouse — a dock district in the East End of London, England, once notorious for its squalor: formerly a Chinese quarter.
- limestone — a sedimentary rock consisting predominantly of calcium carbonate, varieties of which are formed from the skeletons of marine microorganisms and coral: used as a building stone and in the manufacture of lime.
- limonoids — Plural form of limonoid.
- limousine — any large, luxurious automobile, especially one driven by a chauffeur.
- liposomal — Cell Biology. a microscopic artificial sac composed of fatty substances and used in experimental research of the cell.
- liposomes — Plural form of liposome.
- lissomely — In a lissome manner; with supple grace.
- lithesome — bending readily; pliant; limber; supple; flexible: the lithe body of a ballerina.
- localisms — Plural form of localism.
- locksmith — a person who makes or repairs locks and keys.
- lose time — delay, fail to act
- macintosh — a raincoat made of rubberized cloth.
- macropsia — a defect of vision in which objects appear to be larger than their actual size.
- madarosis — the abnormal loss of eyebrows or eyelashes
- maggotish — Maggoty.
- magnolias — Plural form of magnolia.
- maidstone — a city in Kent, in SE England.
- mail slot — a slot, usually covered with a hinged flap, through which letters, etc are delivered to a building
- mail-outs — an act or instance of mailing out a quantity of letters, circulars, or the like; mailing.
- mailboxes — Plural form of mailbox.
- maildrops — Plural form of maildrop.