English dictionary
gill
/g/I/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a British imperial capacity unit (liquid or dry) equal to 5 fluid ounces or 142.066 cubic centimeters
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a United States liquid unit equal to 4 fluid ounces
Source: WordNet 3.0
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any of the radiating leaflike spore-producing structures on the underside of the cap of a mushroom or similar fungus
Synonyms lamellaSource: WordNet 3.0
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respiratory organ of aquatic animals that breathe oxygen dissolved in water
Synonyms branchiaSource: WordNet 3.0
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An organ for aquatic respiration; a branchia.
Source: webster1913
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A two-wheeled frame for transporting timber.
Source: webster1913
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A leech.
Source: webster1913
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A woody glen; a narrow valley containing a stream.
Source: webster1913
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A measure of capacity, containing one fourth of a pint.
Source: webster1913
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A young woman; a sweetheart; a flirting or wanton girl.
Source: webster1913