# ASD-STE100 Issue 9 — approved words (Part 2 dictionary)

Source: ASD-STE100 Issue 9 (2025-01-15), Part 2 word list. An approved word is usable in STE only with the meaning and part of speech given here (Rules 1.2, 1.3). Entry format: `WORD (part of speech) = approved meaning [bracketed notes]`. A word with more than one approved part of speech or numbered meaning has one line per meaning. Irregular verb forms and comparative forms appear at the start of the bracketed notes (e.g. `[GOES, WENT; no other verb forms]`). Exception: FOR EXAMPLE has no part of speech in the spec.
Lookup example: `grep -i "^ACCESS " dictionary-approved.md`
Spec count: 875 approved words. This file: 935 entry lines (one line per part of speech/numbered meaning).

A (art) = Function word: indefinite article
ABOUT (prep) = Concerned with [other meanings: APPROXIMATELY (adv); AROUND (prep)]
ABOVE (prep) = In (or to) a position farther up than something [other meanings: MORE THAN]
ABRASIVE (adj) = That can remove material by friction
ABSORB (v) = 1. To take up or into
ABSORB (v) = 2. To decrease the effect of
ACCEPT (v) = To make a decision that something is satisfactory
ACCESS (n) = The ability to go into or near
ACCIDENT (n) = An occurrence that causes injury or damage
ACCIDENTAL (adj) = That does not occur on purpose
ACCIDENTALLY (adv) = That does not occur on purpose
ACCURATE (adj) = Exact
ACCURATELY (adv) = Exactly
ACROSS (prep) = From one side to the other side
ACTIVATE (v) = To make a system, function, or feature ready for operation [other meanings: START (v)]
ACTIVE (adj) = A system, function, or feature in a state of action
ADAPT (v) = To change or adjust to that which is necessary
ADD (v) = To increase the number, dimension, or quantity
ADJACENT (adj) = That which is near to an object, with no other object of the same type between the two
ADJACENT TO (prep) = To be near to an object, with no other object of the same type between the two
ADJUST (v) = To put in or come to a specified position or value
ADJUSTABLE (adj) = That you can adjust
ADJUSTMENT (n) = The effect of adjusting
AFT (adj) = At or nearer to the rear of an air or sea vehicle
AFT (adv) = In the direction of the rear of an air or sea vehicle
AFTER (conj) = That follows a specified time, sequence, or operation
AFTER (prep) = That follows a specified time, sequence, or operation
AFT OF (prep) = At a position nearer to the rear
AGAIN (adv) = One more occurrence
AGAINST (prep) = In contact with
AGENT (n) = One of a group of materials made to do a specified task
AGREE (v) = To be consistent with
AID (n) = Help that is given
AIRBORNE (adj) = In, or used in, flight
AIRFLOW (n) = A flow of air
ALIGN (v) = To put or come into a specified position in relation to a line
ALL (adj) = Full quantity
ALMOST (adv) = Near the limit or the value
ALONG (prep) = In a line parallel with the length or direction of
ALSO (adv) = In addition
ALTERNATIVE (adj) = That gives a choice
ALTERNATIVE (n) = One of two or more objects or processes that have the same or almost the same properties or functions
ALTHOUGH (conj) = In spite of the fact that
ALWAYS (adv) = At all times
AN (art) = Function word: indefinite article
ANALOG (adj) = Of data given by pointers and dials
AND (conj) = Function word used to connect words, phrases, or clauses
ANGULAR (adj) = That has one or more angles
APART (adv) = At a distance (not specified) from
APPLICABLE (adj) = Correct or satisfactory for the task
APPLY (v) = To put or spread something on [APPLIES, APPLIED, APPLIED]
APPLY (v) = To use something (for example, pressure, force, load) to cause an effect
APPROVAL (n) = That which permits a person or a thing to do something
APPROVED (adj) = Permitted by an authority
APPROXIMATE (adj) = Almost correct or accurate
APPROXIMATELY (adv) = Almost correct or accurate
AREA (n) = A specified surface or location
ARM (v) = To install armaments [ARMS, ARMED, ARMED]
ARM (v) = To prepare for automatic operation
AROUND (prep) = On all sides of [for other meanings use APPROXIMATELY (adv)]
ARROW (n) = A mark that has a point to show direction
AS (prep) = In the manner of, to the same quantity, equally
AS ... AS (conj) = Construction used to show comparison or relation [for "as long as," refer to "long (as long as)"]
ASSEMBLE (v) = To attach, connect, or put together the parts of something [ASSEMBLES, ASSEMBLED, ASSEMBLED]
ASSEMBLY (n) = Items that are connected for a specified function
AT (prep) = Function word that shows the location, position, direction, or time that something occurs
ATTACH (v) = To stay together or to cause different items to stay together [ATTACHES, ATTACHED, ATTACHED]
AUTHORITY (n) = An official organization that gives approval to something
AUTOMATIC (adj) = That operates without other input
AUTOMATICALLY (adv) = That operates without other input
AUXILIARY (adj) = That operates in a secondary function
AUXILIARY (adj) = That gives help
AVAILABLE (adj) = Prepared or supplied for you to use
AWAY FROM (prep) = In or to a different position or direction
AXIAL (adj) = Related to an axis
AXIALLY (adv) = Related to an axis
BACK (adv) = To an initial condition
BAD (adj) = Not satisfactory [WORSE, WORST; do not use if more accurate and clear words are available]
BALANCE (v) = To make equal [BALANCES, BALANCED, BALANCED]
BARE (adj) = Without a surface layer or protection
BASIC (adj) = Approved minimum
BE (v) = To occur, exist [IS, WAS (also ARE, WERE); no other verb forms]
BE (v) = To have a property, to be equal to
BECAUSE (conj) = As a result of
BECAUSE OF (prep) = As a result of
BECOME (v) = To come to be [BECOMES, BECAME; no other verb forms]
BEFORE (conj) = That precedes a specified time, sequence, or operation
BEFORE (prep) = That precedes a specified time, sequence, or operation
BEHIND (prep) = In a position at the rear of
BELOW (prep) = In (or to) a position farther down than something [for other meanings use LESS THAN]
BEND (n) = The area where something is bent
BEND (v) = To change or cause to change from straight to curved [BENDS, BENT, BENT]
BETWEEN (prep) = Related to something before and after in time or position
BLEED (v) = To let a gas out of [BLEEDS, BLED, BLED]
BLOCKAGE (n) = That which prevents correct operation
BLOCKED (adj) = That prevents correct operation
BLOW (v) = To cause gas to move [BLOWS, BLEW, BLOWN]
BLUNT (adj) = Not sharp
BOND (n) = A connection between structural components for electrical continuity
BOND (n) = A firm connection with another material
BOND (v) = To make an electrical bond [BONDS, BONDED, BONDED]
BOND (v) = To attach firmly or become firmly attached with another material
BOTTOM (adj) = That is lowermost
BOTTOM (n) = The lowermost position
BREAK (v) = To cause to separate or become separated into parts by force [BREAKS, BROKE, BROKEN]
BREATHE (v) = To get gas into or out of the lungs [BREATHES, BREATHED, BREATHED]
BRIGHT (adj) = That gives much light [BRIGHTER, BRIGHTEST]
BRIGHTLY (adv) = In a bright manner
BUBBLE (n) = A small quantity of gas in a liquid or a solid
BURN (v) = To cause or undergo combustion [BURNS, BURNED, BURNED]
BURN (v) = To cause injury or damage through heat [BURNS, BURNED, BURNED]
BUT (conj) = On the contrary
BY (prep) = Mathematical function word
BYPASS (v) = To change a circuit so that it goes past something instead of through it [BYPASSES, BYPASSED, BYPASSED]
CALCULATE (v) = To find a result by mathematics [CALCULATES, CALCULATED, CALCULATED]
CALIBRATE (v) = To measure and adjust the precision of something [CALIBRATES, CALIBRATED, CALIBRATED]
CALIBRATION (n) = The procedure that calibrates
CAN (v) = Auxiliary modal verb that means to be possible, to be able to, or to be permitted to [CAN, COULD; no other verb forms; do not use COULD (v) to show possibility]
CANCEL (v) = To do the necessary steps to stop a process [CANCELS, CANCELED, CANCELED]
CANCEL (v) = To remove the validity of something [CANCELS, CANCELED, CANCELED]
CANNOT (v) = Auxiliary modal verb that means to not be able to
CAPACITY (n) = The maximum quantity that something can hold or make
CAREFUL (adj) = With precaution
CAREFULLY (adv) = In a careful manner
CATCH (v) = To stop or prevent the movement of something [CATCHES, CAUGHT, CAUGHT; for other meanings use COLLECT (v)]
CAUSE (n) = Something that brings about a result
CAUSE (v) = To be the cause of [CAUSES, CAUSED, CAUSED]
CHANGE (n) = That which occurs when something changes
CHANGE (v) = To become or to cause to become different [CHANGES, CHANGED, CHANGED; for other meanings use REPLACE (v)]
CHARGE (v) = To accumulate or add electrical energy [CHARGES, CHARGED, CHARGED; for other meanings use FILL (v), PRESSURIZE (v)]
CHECK (n) = The procedure you do to make sure that something operates correctly or has no defects
CHEMICAL (adj) = Related to a chemical
CHEMICALLY (adv) = Related to a chemical
CIRCULAR (adj) = That has the shape of a circle
CLEAN (adj) = That does not include dirt or unwanted material
CLEAN (v) = To remove dirt or unwanted materials [CLEANS, CLEANED, CLEANED]
CLEAR (adj) = Without blockage or interference [for other meanings use TRANSPARENT (adj)]
CLEAR (adj) = Easy to understand and without ambiguity
CLEARANCE (n) = The space between two objects that must be clear to make sure that they do not touch
CLEARLY (adv) = In a clear and not ambiguous manner
CLICK (n) = A short, sharp sound
CLOCKWISE (adv) = In the direction in which the hands of a clock turn when seen from the front
CLOGGED (adj) = Blocked with unwanted material
CLOSE (v) = To move together, or to move to a position that stops or prevents materials from going in or out [CLOSES, CLOSED, CLOSED]
CLOSE (v) = To operate a circuit breaker to make an electrical circuit [CLOSES, CLOSED, CLOSED]
CODE (n) = A sequence of symbols, letters, and/or numbers used for identification
COIL (n) = A sequence of loops
COLD (adj) = At low temperature [COLDER, COLDEST]
COLLECT (v) = To come, or cause to come, together in one location [COLLECTS, COLLECTED, COLLECTED]
COLOR (n) = A property of light
COME (v) = To move to your location [COMES, CAME; no other verb forms]
COME ON (v) = To become bright with light when an internal power source is energized [COMES ON, CAME ON; no other verb forms]
COMMUNICATION (n) = The exchange of information through a common system of symbols, signs, or sounds
COMPARE (v) = To examine for differences [COMPARES, COMPARED, COMPARED]
COMPATIBLE (adj) = That can operate together satisfactorily or be used together safely
COMPLETE (v) = To bring to an end [COMPLETES, COMPLETED, COMPLETED]
COMPLETED (adj) = Successfully brought to an end
COMPONENT (n) = A part, subassembly, or unit that has a specified function
COMPRESS (v) = To decrease or cause to decrease in dimension or volume [COMPRESSES, COMPRESSED, COMPRESSED]
CONCENTRATION (n) = The strength of something contained in a mixture
CONCENTRIC (adj) = That has a common center
CONDENSATION (n) = The result when a gas changes into a liquid
CONDITION (n) = Something that is necessary for what occurs
CONDITION (n) = The state of an item [note: use IF (conj) for "on the condition that"]
CONNECT (v) = To come together or cause to come together to make one unit or system [CONNECTS, CONNECTED, CONNECTED]
CONNECTION (n) = That which connects or is connected
CONSTANT (adj) = That continues to be the same, without change
CONSTANTLY (adv) = Incessantly
CONTACT (v) = To start communication [CONTACTS, CONTACTED, CONTACTED; for other meanings use TOUCH (v)]
CONTAIN (v) = To have in something or hold in something [CONTAINS, CONTAINED, CONTAINED]
CONTAINER (n) = Something that holds fluids, materials, or objects
CONTAMINATION (n) = Unwanted change of the original condition of a material because of chemical or physical agents, or a material that causes such a change
CONTENTS (n) = Something that is in a container
CONTINUE (v) = To stay or keep in current condition or operation [CONTINUES, CONTINUED, CONTINUED]
CONTINUOUS (adj) = That continues
CONTINUOUSLY (adv) = In a continuous manner
CONTOUR (n) = The outer line of something
CONTROL (n) = Something that controls
CONTROL (v) = To give or send signals that adjust, operate, or keep something to a limit, or that cause something to operate [CONTROLS, CONTROLLED, CONTROLLED]
COOL (adj) = Moderately cold
COPY (n) = An object made the same as another object
CORNER (n) = The point or the angle made when lines, sides, or edges touch
CORRECT (adj) = That agrees with all that is necessary to the maximum
CORRECT (v) = To make correct [CORRECTS, CORRECTED, CORRECTED]
CORRECTION (n) = A change to make something correct
CORRECTLY (adv) = In a correct manner
COUNT (v) = To add the number of objects or occurrences to get a total [COUNTS, COUNTED, COUNTED]
COUNTERCLOCKWISE (adv) = In the opposite direction to clockwise
CURVE (n) = The shape of something which is bent but which has no angles
CUT (v) = To divide into parts [CUTS, CUT, CUT]
CUT (v) = To remove with a sharp tool [CUTS, CUT, CUT]
CYCLE (n) = One complete sequence of operation
DAMAGE (n) = The result of an occurrence that causes deterioration of the condition of something
DAMAGED (adj) = That has or can be affected by damage
DANGEROUS (adj) = That can cause injury, damage to health, or can kill
DATA (n) = Known facts
DATA (n) = Numbers and symbols used by computers [note: you can also use the singular]
DATE (n) = The time at which an event occurs
DEACTIVATE (v) = To make a system, function, or feature no longer ready for operation [for other meanings use STOP (v)]
DECISION (n) = The result after you think about a problem
DECREASE (v) = To make or become smaller or lower [DECREASES, DECREASED, DECREASED]
DEDICATED (adj) = That is used only for one purpose
DE-ENERGIZE (v) = To remove electrical power from [DE-ENERGIZES, DE-ENERGIZED, DE-ENERGIZED]
DEEP (adj) = That has a specified depth [DEEPER, DEEPEST]
DEFECTIVE (adj) = Unserviceable for operation
DEFLATE (v) = To make or become smaller as a result of depressurization [DEFLATES, DEFLATED, DEFLATED]
DEFUEL (v) = To remove fuel [DEFUELS, DEFUELED, DEFUELED]
DEPLOY (v) = To move or cause to move from a specified position of storage and into operation
DEPTH (n) = The distance from the top down, from the surface down, from the front surface to the rear surface
DETERIORATION (n) = A worse condition
DEVICE (n) = Something used to do a task
DIAGONALLY (adv) = In a diagonal direction
DIFFERENCE (n) = That which is different between two quantities, numbers, or functions
DIFFERENT (adj) = Not the same
DIFFERENTLY (adv) = In a different manner
DIGITAL (adj) = Related to digits
DIGITALLY (adv) = Given by digits
DIM (adj) = Not bright [DIMMER, DIMMEST]
DIMENSION (n) = The result when something is measured in one direction
DIMLY (adv) = Not bright
DIRECTION (n) = The line on which something moves or is pointed
DIRECTLY (adv) = In a direct procedure or by direct effect
DIRTY (adj) = Not clean [DIRTIER, DIRTIEST]
DISARM (v) = 1. To remove armaments
DISARM (v) = 2. To prevent automatic operation
DISASSEMBLE (v) = To take an assembly apart
DISCARD (v) = To not use again
DISCONNECT (v) = To separate something from the thing that it is connected to, or to become separated
DISENGAGE (v) = To release or become released from something that engages
DISPLAY (n) = A visual indication
DISTANCE (n) = The dimension between two points or objects
DIVIDE (v) = 1. To separate into parts or groups
DIVIDE (v) = 2. To do mathematical division
DO (v) = 1. To complete a procedure, task, or step [DOES, DID, DONE]
DO (v) = 2. As an auxiliary verb (a. part of a negative command or statement; b. part of a question)
DOWN (adj) = In a position below
DOWN (adv) = To a position below
DOWN (prep) = To a position below
DOWNSTREAM (adj) = In the direction of the flow
DOWNSTREAM (adv) = In the direction of the flow
DOWNSTREAM OF (prep) = In the direction of the flow
DRAIN (v) = To remove liquid
DRINK (v) = To consume liquid [DRINKS, DRANK; no other verb forms; for safety instructions use SWALLOW (v)]
DROP (n) = A small quantity of liquid in a spherical shape
DRY (adj) = Without liquid or moisture [DRIER, DRIEST]
DRY (v) = To remove liquid or moisture, or to become dry
DURING (prep) = In or for a specified time
EACH (adj) = Every one of two or more objects or persons, seen together as a group but identified separately
EACH (pron) = Every one of two or more objects or persons, seen together as a group but identified separately
EACH OTHER (pron) = Each of two or more in reciprocal action or relation
EASILY (adv) = Without difficulty
EASY (adj) = Without difficulty [EASIER, EASIEST]
EAT (v) = To consume food [EATS, ATE; no other verb forms; for safety instructions use SWALLOW (v)]
EDGE (n) = A line that is the intersection of two surfaces of a solid object
EFFECT (n) = The result of a cause
EJECT (v) = To move or to cause a person or item to move from an aircraft or equipment with force
ELECTRIC (adj) = Operated by electricity
ELECTRICAL (adj) = Related to electricity
ELECTRICALLY (adv) = Related to or operated by electricity
ELECTROMAGNETIC (adj) = Related to electromagnetism
ELECTROMAGNETICALLY (adv) = Related to electromagnetism
ELECTRONIC (adj) = Related to or operated by electronics
ELECTRONICALLY (adv) = Related to or operated by electronics
EMERGENCY (n) = A condition that occurs suddenly and is dangerous
EMPTY (adj) = Without contents
END (n) = Where time, distance, or sequence are completed
ENERGIZE (v) = To supply electrical power to
ENGAGE (v) = To correctly align and come together
ENTRANCE (n) = An opening to go into a space
ENTRY (n) = A record of an occurrence
EQUAL (adj) = The same dimension, quality, quantity, or number
EQUALLY (adv) = The same dimension, quality, quantity, or number
EQUIPMENT (n) = The objects or tools used for operation and maintenance
EQUIVALENT (adj) = Has the same properties, functions, or values
EQUIVALENT (n) = Something that has the same properties, functions, or values
ERASE (v) = To remove data from a medium
ERROR (n) = The difference from that which is correct or accurate
ESTIMATE (n) = A calculated, approximate result
EXAMINE (v) = To look carefully at
EXAMPLE (n) = Something from a group which has the same qualities as the group
EXHAUST (n) = The gas from an engine
EXIT (n) = An opening to go out of a space
EXPAND (v) = To increase in dimension, volume, or time
EXPIRED (adj) = More than the permitted life
EXPLOSION (n) = The effect when an explosive material quickly releases its energy
EXPLOSIVE (adj) = That can cause an explosion
EXTEND (v) = To increase, or cause something to increase, in dimension or range
EXTENSION (n) = 1. The action when something extends
EXTENSION (n) = 2. The result when something extends
EXTERNAL (adj) = Of, or on, the outer side
EXTERNALLY (adv) = Of, or on, the outer side
EXTINGUISH (v) = To stop burning [for lights or lamps, use GO OFF or BE OFF]
FACE (n) = The front surface of an object [technical noun when it refers to a part of the body]
FACT (n) = Something that occurred or is correct
FALL (v) = To move down by the force of gravity [FALLS, FELL, FALLEN]
FAR (adj) = At or to a relatively large distance [FARTHER, FARTHEST]
FAST (adj) = At high speed [FASTER, FASTEST]
FEATHER (v) = To put a propeller to a position of minimum drag [FEATHERS, FEATHERED, FEATHERED]
FEEL (v) = To touch to find [FEELS, FELT, FELT]
FILL (v) = To put into a container or a space to the maximum level or, if specified, to a given level, pressure, or quantity [FILLS, FILLED, FILLED]
FILTERED (adj) = That has gone through a filter
FIND (v) = To discover, to examine something so that you know [FINDS, FOUND, FOUND]
FINISH (n) = The result of a finishing procedure
FIRE (n) = The light and/or heat from a material when it burns
FIRE (v) = To ignite, or to operate items that contain an explosive material [FIRES, FIRED, FIRED]
FIRST (adv) = Before other persons or things
FIT (n) = The relation between two related parts, a limit of tolerance
FLAME (n) = Burning gas
FLAMMABLE (adj) = That burns easily
FLANGE (n) = An end surface at an angle
FLASH (v) = To come on and go off frequently [FLASHES, FLASHED, FLASHED]
FLAT (adj) = That has a continuous surface in the same plane [FLATTER, FLATTEST]
FLEXIBLE (adj) = That can easily bend again and again
FLIGHT (n) = The time an aircraft is in the air
FLOW (n) = A continuous movement of fluid
FLOW (v) = To move as a fluid moves [FLOWS, FLOWED, FLOWED]
FLUID (n) = Liquid or gas
FLUSH (adj) = Of a surface that is level or continuous with another surface
FLUSH (v) = To remove something or to operate with a flow of liquid [FLUSHES, FLUSHED, FLUSHED]
FOLD (v) = To double over or to cause to double over on itself [FOLDS, FOLDED, FOLDED]
FOLLOW (v) = To come after, to go after [FOLLOWS, FOLLOWED, FOLLOWED; for other meanings, use OBEY (v)]
FOR (prep) = Function word that shows purpose, intent, time, result, or the object of an action
FOR EXAMPLE = Used to introduce something chosen as a typical case
FORWARD (adj) = Nearer to the front
FORWARD (adv) = In the direction of the front
FORWARD OF (prep) = At a position nearer to the front
FREE (adj) = That can move easily [do not use compound adjectives with free, e.g. lintfree, dustfree, unless they are technical nouns]
FREELY (adv) = That can move easily
FREEZE (v) = To go or cause to go to a temperature below the freezing point of a liquid (usually of water) [FREEZES, FROZE, FROZEN]
FREQUENT (adj) = That occurs or is found often at short intervals
FREQUENTLY (adv) = At frequent or short intervals
FROM (prep) = Function word that shows a point of departure for movement, time, distance, action, or separation
FRONT (adj) = Nearer to the person that looks or a reference point [refer also to IN FRONT OF]
FRONT (n) = The front part or the front surface
FULL (adj) = At or related to maximum travel, length, quantity, or detail [FULLER, FULLEST]
FULLY (adv) = At or related to maximum travel, length, quantity, or detail
FUNCTION (n) = Action or activity that a person or thing does
GAS (n) = A fluid that has no shape or volume and that can expand
GENERAL (adj) = Of, or related to something as a whole, not detailed
GET (v) = To obtain, to come into the state of having [GETS, GOT; no other verb forms; do not use for BECOME, GO, DECREASE, INCREASE - rule 9.2]
GIVE (v) = To provide [GIVES, GAVE, GIVEN]
GLOSSY (adj) = Smooth and shiny [GLOSSIER, GLOSSIEST]
GO (v) = To move to or from something [GOES, WENT; no other verb forms]
GO OFF (v) = To become dark when an internal power source is de-energized [GOES OFF, WENT OFF; no other verb forms]
GOOD (adj) = That is satisfactory [BETTER, BEST]
GRADUALLY (adv) = Slowly and continuously
GROOVE (n) = A long channel that is not wide
GROUND (n) = The surface of the earth
GROUND (v) = To connect to the ground or to a large object of zero potential
GROUP (n) = Objects that are related
HANG (v) = To attach or to be attached to something above with no support from below [HANGS, HUNG, HUNG]
HARD (adj) = Not easy to cut, not easy to go into or through [HARDER, HARDEST]
HAVE (v) = To possess as a part or quality [HAS, HAD; no other verb forms]
HEAD (n) = The top of something
HEAR (v) = To know by sound in the ear [HEARS, HEARD, HEARD]
HEAT (n) = The condition or quality of being hot
HEAVY (adj) = That has a large mass, weight, or force [HEAVIER, HEAVIEST]
HEIGHT (n) = The vertical distance
HELP (v) = To make something easier or better
HERE (adv) = In this position
HIGH (adj) = That is of large value [HIGHER, HIGHEST]
HIT (v) = To touch suddenly and with much force [HITS, HIT, HIT]
HOLD (v) = 1. To continue to have in the hand or grip [HOLDS, HELD, HELD]
HOLD (v) = 2. To continue to have in a specified location, position, or condition
HOLE (n) = An empty space in a solid object
HORIZONTAL (adj) = Parallel to the horizon or a baseline
HORIZONTALLY (adv) = In a horizontal position
HOT (adj) = At a high temperature [HOTTER, HOTTEST]
HOW (adv) = By which manner
HYDRAULIC (adj) = Related to, or operated by, pressurized liquid
HYDRAULICALLY (adv) = With hydraulic power
IDENTIFICATION (n) = Something that identifies an object
IDENTIFY (v) = 1. To use a specified code or marking to supply with an identity
IDENTIFY (v) = 2. To show an identity [for other meanings use FIND (v)]
IF (conj) = In the event that, on the condition that, in case of
IGNORE (v) = Not to think about something, not to do something about
ILLUMINATE (v) = To make something visible with an external light source [for lights/lamps use COME ON or BE ON]
IMMEDIATELY (adv) = Without a gap of time or space
IMPORTANT (adj) = That has a significant effect
IN (adv) = To, or into a location or position
IN (prep) = Function word that shows location, position, condition, time, or limits
IN FRONT OF (prep) = In a position ahead of
IN PROGRESS (adv) = Occurring
INBOARD (adj) = Nearer to the longitudinal axis
INBOARD (adv) = In or to a position nearer to the longitudinal axis
INBOARD OF (prep) = At a position nearer to the longitudinal axis
INCIDENT (n) = An important occurrence that can cause damage or have dangerous results
INCLUDE (v) = To make, or to be, part of [INCLUDES, INCLUDED, INCLUDED]
INCORRECT (adj) = Not correct
INCORRECTLY (adv) = In an incorrect manner
INCREASE (v) = To make or become larger or higher in value [INCREASES, INCREASED, INCREASED]
INCREMENT (n) = One of a sequence of regular operations done one after the other, to increase or decrease an adjustable quantity
INDEPENDENTLY (adv) = Without a relation with
INDICATION (n) = Something that is shown
INFLATE (v) = To make or become larger as a result of pressurization by a gas [INFLATES, INFLATED, INFLATED]
INFORMATION (n) = Data collected and made available for a specified function
INITIAL (adj) = That is related to the start
INITIALLY (adv) = At the start
INJURY (n) = Damage to a person
INNER (adj) = Nearer to the center of an object
INPUT (n) = The data, power, or energy put into equipment or a system
INSPECTION (n) = The procedure which compares an object with its standard or specification
INSTALL (v) = To attach an item in or to a second item [INSTALLS, INSTALLED, INSTALLED]
INSTALLATION (n) = The procedure which installs an item
INSTRUCTION (n) = A command that you must obey
INSTRUMENT (n) = An item which measures and/or shows
INSULATION (n) = A material that helps to prevent the movement of energy
INTENSITY (n) = The quantity of strength, force, or energy
INTERCHANGE (v) = To put or use each of two things in the place of the other without change [INTERCHANGES, INTERCHANGED, INTERCHANGED]
INTERCHANGEABLE (adj) = That you can interchange
INTERFACE (n) = The connection between two systems or components
INTERMITTENT (adj) = That stops and starts again, not continuous
INTERMITTENTLY (adv) = In an intermittent manner
INTERNAL (adj) = Of, or on, the inner side and inner space
INTERNALLY (adv) = Of, or on, the inner side and inner space
INTERVAL (n) = A distance or gap between two points in space or time
INTO (prep) = 1. Movement to something and access to it
INTO (prep) = 2. Function word that shows change, condition, result
INVESTIGATION (n) = An official and accurate inquiry or research
IRREGULAR (adj) = Not regular
IRREGULARLY (adv) = Not regularly
ISOLATE (v) = To prevent a supply or connection to [ISOLATES, ISOLATED, ISOLATED]
IT (pron) = 1. That refers to a thing that was previously mentioned
IT (pron) = 2. That refers to an explicit or implicit state of affairs or circumstances
ITEM (n) = A thing that is determined or specified
ITS (adj) = Belonging to a thing
JOINT (n) = The area at which two surfaces or edges touch or are attached
KEEP (v) = To continue to have or hold [KEEPS, KEPT, KEPT]
KILL (v) = To cause death
KNOW (v) = To be sure of data, to have data ready to use [KNOWS, KNEW, KNOWN]
LAMINATED (adj) = Made of laminations
LAMINATION (n) = Layers of one or more materials bonded together
LARGE (adj) = More than average in dimension, quantity, or capacity
LAST (adj) = That comes at the end
LAST (adv) = After other persons or things
LATCH (v) = To hold something in position with a latching device
LATERAL (adj) = Related to or on the side
LATERALLY (adv) = In a lateral direction
LAYER (n) = A material applied to a surface or put on, or below, a second material
LEAK (n) = A crack, gap or hole which lets fluid or light go into or come out of something
LEAKAGE (n) = The quantity of material that goes through a leak
LEFT (adj) = On the west side when you look north
LENGTH (n) = 1. The distance from one end to the other end
LENGTH (n) = 2. The longer or longest of the three dimensions of an object
LESS (adj) = Of smaller dimension, value, quantity, volume, or number [No other forms of this adjective]
LET (v) = To give opportunity [LETS, LET; no other verb forms]
LEVEL (adj) = Horizontal to a known datum
LEVEL (n) = A horizontal line, plane, surface, or condition
LIFE (n) = The time during which you can use an item or object
LIFT (v) = To move something up
LIGHT (adj) = That has a small mass, weight, or force [LIGHTER, LIGHTEST; for other meanings use THIN (adj) or SMALL (adj)]
LIGHTING (n) = That which gives light to
LIGHTLY (adv) = In a light manner
LIMIT (n) = A specified maximum or minimum quantity, number, time, or distance
LINEAR (adj) = In a straight line
LINEARLY (adv) = In a straight line
LIQUID (adj) = That has the properties of a liquid
LIQUID (n) = A material that is not a gas or a solid
LISTEN (v) = To use your ears to hear or find
LIVE (adj) = That includes explosive material [for electrical systems use ENERGIZE (v)]
LOCAL (adj) = Applicable to a given location or position
LOCALLY (adv) = Applicable to a given location or position
LOCATION (n) = A place or site that you can find
LOCK (v) = To attach something, or hold it in position with a locking device
LONG (adj) = That has a specified or large length, or a specified or large duration
LONGITUDINAL (adj) = Related to the longitudinal axis
LONGITUDINALLY (adv) = In a longitudinal direction
LOOK (v) = To use your eyes to see or find
LOOP (n) = A circular shape made in a flexible material
LOOSE (adj) = 1. On, in, but not attached
LOOSE (adj) = 2. Not tight [for other meanings use TENSION (TN)]
LOOSELY (adv) = Not tightly
LOOSEN (v) = To cause to be not tight
LOW (adj) = That is of small value
LOWER (v) = To move something down
LUBRICATE (v) = To apply lubricant
MAGNETIC (adj) = Related to the properties of a magnet
MAGNETICALLY (adv) = In a magnetic manner
MAINTENANCE (n) = The servicing and/or the repair of something to keep it in the correct condition
MAKE (v) = To manufacture, to cause to occur or to become [MAKES, MADE, MADE]
MAKE SURE (v) = To verify and/or do the necessary steps [MAKES SURE, MADE SURE, MADE SURE]
MALFUNCTION (n) = Incorrect operation
MANDATORY (adj) = That which you must do, use, or obey
MANUAL (adj) = Operated with the hands
MANUAL (n) = A publication that gives data related to a special subject
MANUALLY (adv) = With your hands
MANY (adj) = Of a large number [if possible give the range, number, or quantity]
MARK (n) = Something that you make or is made to show an identification, location, or direction
MASS (n) = The quantity of matter that is in an object and relates to its weight; the equivalent of inertia
MATERIAL (n) = A substance from which an item is made, or an item that is necessary to do a task
MATING (adj) = Made to touch
MATT (or MATTE) (adj) = Not glossy
MAXIMUM (adj) = Related to the largest dimension, quantity, number, or value
MAXIMUM (n) = The largest dimension, quantity, number, or value
MEASURE (v) = To find the dimensions, capacity, or quantity of something
MECHANICAL (adj) = Related to or operated with a mechanism
MECHANICALLY (adv) = In a mechanical manner
MECHANISM (n) = An assembly of mechanical parts that are made to operate together
MEDICAL (adj) = Related to medicine
MELT (v) = To change or cause something to change from solid to liquid because of heat
METHOD (n) = A special type of procedure used to get a specified result
MIDDLE (adj) = At a point that is between two other points
MIDDLE (n) = A point that is at or near the center
MINIMUM (adj) = Related to the smallest dimension, quantity, number, or value
MINIMUM (n) = The smallest dimension, quantity, number, or value
MINUS (prep) = With the subtraction of
MISSING (adj) = That is not there
MIX (v) = 1. To put together two or more materials to become one
MIX (v) = 2. To become combined
MIXTURE (n) = The result that you get when you mix materials
MOBILE (adj) = That is made to move easily
MODE (n) = A special condition of operation
MODERATE (adj) = Between low and high values
MODERATELY (adv) = In a moderate manner
MOIST (adj) = Moderately wet
MOMENTARILY (adv) = For a short time
MONITOR (v) = To do a check at something for a period of time to find if there is a change
MOOR (v) = To hold something in position with ropes and cables
MORE (adj) = A large quantity of
MORE (adv) = To a larger degree
MOST (adj) = To the largest quantity of
MOST (adv) = To the largest degree
MOVABLE (adj) = That can move if necessary
MOVE (v) = To change or cause to change position or location
MOVEMENT (n) = A change of position or location
MUCH (adj) = Of relatively large dimension, value, quantity, or volume [MORE, MOST]
MUCH (adv) = To a great degree or extent
MULTIPLY (v) = To use multiplication to get a result [for other meanings, use INCREASE (v)]
MUST (v) = Auxiliary modal verb that shows obligation
NAME (n) = The identification you give to a person or an object
NEAR (adj) = At or to a relatively short distance [NEARER, NEAREST]
NEAR (prep) = Approaching in space or condition
NECESSARY (adj) = That must be
NEUTRAL (adj) = 1. That has no effect
NEUTRAL (adj) = 2. That is not acid or alkaline
NEW (adj) = Not used before [NEWER, NEWEST]
NEXT (adj) = The first occurrence that follows immediately after in time or sequence
NO (adj) = Not any
NO (adv) = Function word that shows the negative answer to a question
NOISE (n) = An unwanted sound
NONE (pron) = Not one, not anyone
NOSE (n) = The front end or part, a part that protrudes
NOT (adv) = Adverb of negation
NOTCH (n) = An area in the shape of a "V"
NUMBER (n) = 1. A symbol or word that identifies an integer and/or decimal
NUMBER (n) = 2. An amount that you can count or calculate
OBEY (v) = To do that which the procedures or instructions tell you
OBJECT (n) = Something that you can see or touch
OCCUR (v) = To be found or to take place, to come to be
OF (prep) = Function word that shows: from, belonging to, having, or containing
OFF (adj) = Not in operation
OFF (adv) = 1. Not in operation
OFF (adv) = 2. Not in contact
OFF (prep) = Not in contact with
ON (adj) = In operation
ON (adv) = 1. In operation
ON (adv) = 2. In contact
ON (prep) = Function word that shows contact, support, direction
ONE (pron) = That refers to a single person or object [can also be used as a technical noun]
ONLY (adj) = Nothing more or different
ONLY (adv) = Exclusively
ONTO (prep) = To a position on or upon
OPEN (adj) = That lets something go in or out
OPEN (v) = 1. To move or cause to move from the closed position
OPEN (v) = 2. To operate a circuit breaker to interrupt an electrical circuit
OPENING (n) = An aperture or hole in a surface
OPERATE (v) = To put, keep, or be in action
OPERATION (n) = That which occurs when something operates or is operated
OPPOSITE (adj) = 1. In the other direction
OPPOSITE (adj) = 2. Across from
OPPOSITE (prep) = Across from
OPTIONAL (adj) = Not mandatory
OR (conj) = Function word that shows a choice [do not use with the meaning of "otherwise"; use a different construction]
OTHER (adj) = Not the same as that given before
OTHER (pron) = That which is not the same as that given before
OUT (adj) = Away from, or not in, a location or position
OUT (adv) = To a position away from the inside
OUT OF (prep) = 1. Through or from the inside to the outside
OUT OF (prep) = 2. Not in
OUTBOARD (adj) = Farther from the longitudinal axis of something
OUTBOARD (adv) = In, or to, a position farther from the longitudinal axis of something
OUTBOARD OF (prep) = At a position farther from the longitudinal axis
OUTDOORS (adv) = Not in a building
OUTER (adj) = Located on the outside or farther from the center of an object
OUTPUT (n) = The data, power, energy that comes out of equipment or a system
OVERBOARD (adv) = Out of a vessel
OVERLAP (n) = The area in which a part of one surface is on a part of a second surface
OVERRIDE (v) = To prevent the automatic operation of a part or system [OVERRIDES, OVERRODE, OVERRIDDEN]
PAINT (v) = To apply paint to something [PAINTS, PAINTED, PAINTED]
PAIR (n) = Two objects that are the same or almost the same, and/or that you use together
PARALLEL (adj) = Along lines that stay a constant distance apart at all points
PARK (v) = To stop a vehicle and to let it stay in one position on the ground [PARKS, PARKED, PARKED]
PART (n) = 1. A constituent of an object, machine, component, assembly, or equipment
PART (n) = 2. A piece or section of a whole
PARTICLE (n) = A very small piece of material
PASTE (n) = A wet, flexible mixture or compound
PATCH (n) = A piece of material that you use to repair a surface or hole
PERFORMANCE (n) = The ability of a part, a mechanism, or system to do its necessary function when you compare it with a standard or specification [for other meanings use DO (v)]
PERIOD (n) = A quantity of time
PERMANENT (adj) = Without a limit in time
PERMANENTLY (adv) = In a permanent manner
PERMITTED (adj) = Allowed
PERPENDICULAR (adj) = At a 90 degree angle to a given line or plane
PERSON (n) = A human being
PERSONNEL (n) = Persons employed in a group or organization
PIECE (n) = A quantity or segment of a whole that you can use on its own, or that can operate as an individual item
PLAY (n) = Free movement, the length or dimension of this movement
PLUS (prep) = With the addition of
PNEUMATIC (adj) = Related to, or operated by gas pressure
PNEUMATICALLY (adv) = With pneumatic power
POINT (n) = 1. A sharp or tapered end
POINT (n) = 2. An accurate location
POINT (v) = 1. To show the position or direction of [POINTS, POINTED, POINTED]
POINT (v) = 2. To turn something in a specified direction [POINTS, POINTED, POINTED]
POISONOUS (adj) = That contains poison
POLISH (v) = To make smooth or shiny [POLISHES, POLISHED, POLISHED]
POSITION (n) = The attitude or setting of something that you can adjust, or the place or site where you put something
POSSIBLE (adj) = That can occur
POSSIBLY (adv) = That can occur
PRECAUTION (n) = That which you do to prevent injury and/or damage
PRECISION (n) = The quality of being accurate
PREPARE (v) = To make or become ready [PREPARES, PREPARED, PREPARED]
PRESSURIZATION (n) = The procedure that supplies or increases the pressure
PRESSURIZE (v) = To supply pressure [PRESSURIZES, PRESSURIZED, PRESSURIZED]
PREVENT (v) = To make sure that something does not occur [PREVENTS, PREVENTED, PREVENTED]
PREVIOUS (adj) = That goes before in an unspecified time or sequence [be accurate; use LAST (adj) for the event immediately before in time or sequence]
PREVIOUSLY (adv) = Before, earlier, in the past
PRIMARY (adj) = First in importance
PROBLEM (n) = Something that is difficult and for which you must find the correct answer
PROCEDURE (n) = Steps that are in a sequence
PROPERTY (n) = A characteristic or attribute of an object
PROPORTION (n) = The ratio of something to something else [for other meanings use RELATION (n)]
PROTECTION (n) = Something to prevent injury, damage, or failure
PROTECTIVE (adj) = That gives protection
PROTRUDE (v) = To be farther forward or out from an adjacent surface
PULL (v) = To use a force on something to move it toward the source of the force [use with a preposition or adverb to show direction]
PUSH (v) = 1. To apply a force to something to move it away from the source of the force
PUSH (v) = 2. To move with a force against something [use with a preposition or adverb to show direction]
PUT (v) = To cause something to move or to be in a specified position or condition [PUTS, PUT; no other verb forms]
PUT ON (v) = To cover your skin or face with clothing, or other items that give protection [PUTS ON, PUT ON; no other verb forms]
QUALITY (n) = Condition, property, or type
QUANTITY (n) = A specified amount or number [for an amount you can count use NUMBER (n)]
QUICKLY (adv) = In a fast manner
RADIAL (adj) = Along a radius
RADIALLY (adv) = Along a radius
RADIOACTIVE (adj) = Related to radioactivity
RANDOM (adj) = Not regular
RANDOMLY (adv) = Not regularly
RANGE (n) = The limits within which something operates
RATE (n) = A measurement of how frequently or how quickly something occurs
READ (v) = To come to know information with the eyes or electronically [READS, READ, READ]
REAR (adj) = Away from the person who looks or from a reference point
REAR (n) = The rear part or rear surface
REARWARD (adv) = In the direction of the rear
RECEIVE (v) = To get energy, material, or a signal from a different source
RECESS (n) = An indentation in a surface
RECOMMEND (v) = To advise that which is best
RECORD (v) = 1. To make notes of and keep data to use subsequently
RECORD (v) = 2. To put data on a storage medium
RECYCLE (v) = To put a used material through a process to make it possible to use it or its components again [for other meanings use CYCLE (n)]
REFER (v) = 1. To tell a person where to find information
REFER (v) = 2. To give information
REFLECTION (n) = Something that occurs when energy comes against a surface which sends it back
REFUEL (v) = To supply with fuel
REGULAR (adj) = At specified or equal intervals
REGULARLY (adv) = In a regular manner
REJECT (v) = To make a decision that something is unsatisfactory
RELATED (adj) = That has a relation
RELATION (n) = The connection between two or more things caused by their functions, values, or conditions
RELEASE (v) = To make free, to let go [RELEASES, RELEASED, RELEASED]
REMAINING (adj) = That continues to stay
REMOVAL (n) = A procedure which removes an object
REMOVE (v) = To take or move something away from its initial position [REMOVES, REMOVED, REMOVED]
REPAIR (n) = The act of repairing, or the result when something is repaired
REPAIR (v) = To make an item serviceable [REPAIRS, REPAIRED, REPAIRED]
REPLACE (v) = To remove an item and install a new or serviceable item of the same type [REPLACES, REPLACED, REPLACED]
REPLACEMENT (n) = The item you install when you replace an item
REPORT (n) = The information that is recorded about a subject or occurrence
RESISTANT (adj) = That will help to prevent something
RESULT (n) = Something that occurs when you do something
RETRACT (v) = 1. To pull in(to) [RETRACTS, RETRACTED, RETRACTED]
RETRACT (v) = 2. To move in(to)
RETRACTION (n) = The result when something retracts
RIGHT (adj) = On the east side when you look north
RIGID (adj) = That cannot easily bend or change shape
RISK (n) = The possibility that something that is dangerous occurs
ROUGH (adj) = Not smooth [ROUGHER, ROUGHEST]
ROUNDED (adj) = Not angular
ROUTING (n) = The specified direction that cables, pipes, wires, and other parts of a system must go along
ROW (n) = A number of objects in a line
RUB (v) = To move (or cause something to move) with pressure and friction along a surface [RUBS, RUBBED, RUBBED]
SAFE (adj) = Not dangerous, disarmed [SAFER, SAFEST]
SAFELY (adv) = In a safe manner
SAFETY (n) = A condition that is safe
SAFETY (v) = 1. To prevent accidental operation [SAFETIES, SAFETIED, SAFETIED]
SAFETY (v) = 2. To make sure that something does not become loose
SAME (adj) = Agrees in all details
SAME (pron) = Agrees in all details
SAMPLE (n) = A piece or quantity of something you use for an inspection or test procedure to show it has specified qualities
SATISFACTORILY (adv) = In a satisfactory manner
SATISFACTORY (adj) = Agrees with all that is necessary
SCHEDULE (v) = To plan something in a time or a sequence [SCHEDULES, SCHEDULED, SCHEDULED]
SEAL (n) = Something that prevents access or leaks
SEAL (v) = To prevent access or leaks [SEALS, SEALED, SEALED]
SECONDARY (adj) = Second in importance
SEE (v) = To know with the eyes [SEES, SAW, SEEN; for other meanings use REFER (v)/EXAMINE (v)/MAKE SURE (v)]
SELECT (v) = To make a choice [SELECTS, SELECTED, SELECTED; do not use as a synonym for SET (v)]
SELECTION (n) = The action or result of choosing
SEMICIRCULAR (adj) = That has the shape of half a circle
SEND (v) = To cause to go [SENDS, SENT, SENT]
SENSE (v) = To get an input automatically [SENSES, SENSED, SENSED]
SENSITIVE (adj) = That can sense small changes
SEPARATION (n) = The action or result of separating
SEQUENCE (n) = The relation of items that follow one after the other in a list, or the relation of steps or events that occur one after the other in time
SERRATION (n) = One or more notches or teeth as in a saw
SERVICEABLE (adj) = Correct or satisfactory
SERVICING (n) = The steps necessary to prepare something for operation
SET (n) = A group of related items that you (can) use for the same purpose
SET (v) = To put something into a given adjustment, condition, or mode [SETS, SET, SET]
SHAKE (v) = To move or cause to move quickly up and down or from side to side [SHAKES, SHOOK, SHAKEN]
SHAPE (n) = The contour of an object
SHARP (adj) = That can cut or make a hole [SHARPER, SHARPEST]
SHEET (n) = A piece of material that is thin in relation to its length and width
SHINY (adj) = That can cause a reflection of light [SHINIER, SHINIEST]
SHOCK (n) = The sudden effect of energy on a person or object
SHORT (adj) = That has small length or duration [SHORTER, SHORTEST; if possible, be accurate]
SHOW (v) = To cause to be seen [SHOWS, SHOWED, SHOWN]
SHOW (v) = To be in view or come into view
SIDE (n) = The specified surface or area of an object
SIDE (n) = A location or direction that has a relationship to a center or a line of division
SIGN (n) = The indication of a possible condition
SIMULATE (v) = To make a condition that is the same as one that can occur in operation [SIMULATES, SIMULATED, SIMULATED]
SINCE (conj) = Function word that shows "from some time in the past until a later time or now" [for other meanings use BECAUSE (conj)]
SLOPE (n) = A surface that is not level
SLOT (n) = A long opening that is not wide
SLOW (adj) = At low speed [SLOWER, SLOWEST]
SLOWLY (adv) = In a slow manner
SMALL (adj) = Less than average in dimension, quantity, quality, or capacity [SMALLER, SMALLEST]
SMELL (v) = To sense with the nose [SMELLS, SMELLED, SMELLED]
SMOKE (n) = A gas that has particles of burned material and that you can see
SMOKE (v) = To breathe the fumes of burning material and especially tobacco [SMOKES, SMOKED, SMOKED]
SMOOTH (adj) = That has a continuous uniform surface [SMOOTHER, SMOOTHEST]
SMOOTH (adj) = That has a constant rate of movement
SMOOTHLY (adv) = In a smooth manner
SOAK (v) = To put something into a liquid and keep it there until it is fully wet or soft [SOAKS, SOAKED, SOAKED]
SOAK (v) = To stay in liquid until fully wet or soft
SOFT (adj) = Flexible, not hard [SOFTER, SOFTEST]
SOLID (adj) = That has the properties of a solid
SOLID (n) = Material that is not a gas or a liquid
SOLUTION (n) = A liquid that includes a dissolved material
SOLUTION (n) = The answer to a problem
SOME (adj) = Related to a quantity not specified
SOME (pron) = Related to a quantity not specified
SOMETHING (pron) = A thing that is not determined or specified
SOUND (n) = Something that you can hear
SOURCE (n) = Something that supplies energy or data
SOURCE (n) = The point where something starts
SPACE (n) = A distance, area, or volume
SPARK (n) = A hot, bright particle of a material that burns
SPEAK (v) = To use a voice to make words [SPEAKS, SPOKE, SPOKEN]
SPECIAL (adj) = For a specified function
SPECIALLY (adv) = In a special manner
SPECIFIED (adj) = Given in, identified in, or related to a specification, regulation, or procedure
SPEED (n) = The rate of movement
SPHERICAL (adj) = That has the shape of a sphere
SPILL (v) = To accidentally flow, or cause to flow, out of a container [SPILLS, SPILLED, SPILLED]
SPRAY (n) = A jet of very small drops of liquid
SPRAY (v) = To apply as a spray [SPRAYS, SPRAYED, SPRAYED]
STABLE (adj) = That does not change or move
STANDARD (adj) = Related to equipment and procedures that are normally used
START (n) = The beginning of a movement or operation
START (v) = To begin a procedure, movement, or operation [STARTS, STARTED, STARTED]
START (v) = To come into being, activity, or operation
STAY (v) = To continue to be in a location or condition
STEP (n) = A specified part of a procedure
STOP (v) = To cause the end of a procedure, movement, or an operation
STOP (v) = To come to an end
STOW (v) = To move or cause to move into a specified position of storage
STRAIGHT (adj) = Without curves or bends
STRIP (n) = A piece of material that is long and thin, but not wide
STRIPE (n) = A line on a surface which is a different color
STRONG (adj) = With much strength, power, or concentration
STRUCTURAL (adj) = Related to the structure
STRUCTURALLY (adv) = Related to the structure
STRUCTURE (n) = A construction
STRUCTURE (n) = The arrangement of something
SUBASSEMBLY (n) = An assembly that is a part of a larger assembly
SUBSEQUENT (adj) = Following in an unspecified time or sequence [use NEXT (adj) for the first occurrence that follows immediately in time or sequence]
SUBSEQUENTLY (adv) = After an unspecified time [use THEN (adv) for an occurrence that follows immediately in time or sequence]
SUBTRACT (v) = To take from a number or quantity
SUCH (adj) = Of the same group
SUDDEN (adj) = That occurs in a short time
SUDDENLY (adv) = In a sudden manner
SUFFICIENT (adj) = Not less (or more) than necessary
SUFFICIENTLY (adv) = Not less (or more) than necessary
SUM (n) = The result when you add
SUPPLY (n) = Something that is supplied
SUPPLY (v) = 1. To give something that is necessary
SUPPLY (v) = 2. To make something available for use
SURE (adj) = Certain
SURFACE (n) = One or more of the faces of something
SWALLOW (v) = To take through the mouth and esophagus into the stomach [use for safety instructions only]
SYMBOL (n) = A written sign that identifies a quantity, operation, item, or condition
SYMMETRICAL (adj) = That has or is with symmetry
SYMMETRICALLY (adv) = In a symmetrical manner
SYMPTOM (n) = A sign of a condition
SYNCHRONIZED (adj) = 1. That operates at the same time
SYNCHRONIZED (adj) = 2. That agrees with
SYSTEM (n) = An assembly of related parts to do a specified operation
TACKY (adj) = Sticky when you touch it
TAG (v) = To put a tag on
TAP (v) = To hit lightly and quickly
TASK (n) = Assigned work or procedure
TELESCOPIC (adj) = Related to items that retract into each other
TELL (v) = To give an order or supply information [TELLS, TOLD, TOLD]
TEMPORARILY (adv) = In a temporary manner
TEMPORARY (adj) = For a short time only, not permanent
TERTIARY (adj) = Third in importance
TEST (n) = The procedure where an object or system is operated to make sure that its performance and/or function is correct
THAN (conj) = Function word that you use with comparative adjectives or adverbs
THAT (conj) = Function word that starts a subordinate clause [refer to section 9, GR-1]
THAT (pron) = Function word that shows the person or thing referred to
THE (art) = Function word: definite article
THEIR (adj) = Belonging to persons or things
THEM (pron) = Function word that shows the persons or things referred to
THEN (adv) = Immediately after in time or sequence
THERE (adv) = In that position
THERE (pron) = Function word that starts a sentence or a subordinate clause
THESE (adj) = Refers to specified persons or things
THESE (pron) = Function word that shows the persons or things referred to
THEY (pron) = Function word that shows the persons or things referred to
THICK (adj) = That has a specified or large thickness
THICKNESS (n) = The smallest of the three dimensions
THIN (adj) = That has a small thickness
THINK (v) = To have an opinion [THINKS, THOUGHT, THOUGHT]
THIS (adj) = Refers to a specified person or thing
THIS (pron) = Function word that shows the person or thing referred to [refer to section 9, GR-4]
THOSE (pron) = Function word that shows the persons or things referred to
THROUGH (adv) = Function word that shows movement into one end or side and out of the other
THROUGH (prep) = Function word that shows movement into one end or side and out of the other
THRU (prep) = From a point in a sequence to another
THUS (adv) = For that reason [for other meanings use FOLLOW (v)]
TIGHT (adj) = Not free [for other meanings use SEAL (v); TENSION (TN)]
TIGHTEN (v) = To cause to be tight
TIGHTLY (adv) = In a tight manner
TILT (v) = To move at an angle or to put something at an angle between the vertical and the horizontal
TIME (n) = A duration that you can measure
TIME (n) = An occurrence
TO (prep) = Function word that shows: the direction of / point of arrival or time / connection / result / cause; also that the word that follows is an infinitive
TOGETHER (adv) = In one group or position [for other meanings use AT THE SAME TIME]
TOLERANCE (n) = A permitted difference from a standard
TOO (adv) = More than is necessary or correct
TOOL (n) = An object used to make or do something
TOP (adj) = That is uppermost
TOP (n) = The uppermost position
TORQUE (v) = To tighten to a specified torque
TOTAL (adj) = All of
TOTAL (n) = The full quantity
TOUCH (v) = To be in contact
TOW (v) = To pull something along
TRANSMIT (v) = To send energy or a signal
TRANSPARENT (adj) = Easy to see through
TRAVEL (n) = The movement of an item
TRY (v) = To make an effort to do something
TUNE (v) = To adjust equipment to the best performance
TURN (n) = One full cycle of movement around an axis
TURN (v) = To move or cause to move around an axis or a point
TWIST (v) = To use a force that turns something and causes a distortion
TWIST (v) = To turn or change shape as a result of torsion
TYPE (n) = A specified group
TYPICAL (adj) = That has the important qualities of a group
UNDEMANDED (adj) = That occurs without an apparent cause
UNFOLD (v) = To open or to straighten or to cause to open or to straighten from a folded position or condition
UNIT (n) = Equipment that does a function
UNIT (n) = A quantity that is a standard of measurement
UNKNOWN (adj) = Not known
UNLESS (conj) = Except if
UNLOCK (v) = To release or become released from a locked condition
UNSATISFACTORILY (adv) = In an unsatisfactory manner
UNSATISFACTORY (adj) = Not satisfactory
UNSERVICEABLE (adj) = Not fit for its purpose
UNTIL (conj) = Up to the time that
UNTIL (prep) = Up to the time of
UNUSUAL (adj) = Not usual
UNUSUALLY (adv) = In an unusual manner
UNWANTED (adj) = That must not be there
UNWIND (v) = To remove or become removed from around an object
UP (adj) = In a position above
UP (adv) = To a position above
UP (prep) = To a position above
UPSTREAM (adj) = In a direction opposite to the flow
UPSTREAM (adv) = In a direction opposite to the flow
UPSTREAM OF (prep) = In a direction opposite to the flow
USE (v) = To make something do its specified function
USUAL (adj) = That you use or that occurs most frequently
USUALLY (adv) = In a usual manner
VALUE (n) = A quantity that is calculated or given
VERTICAL (adj) = At 90 degrees to the horizon
VERTICALLY (adv) = At 90 degrees to the horizon
VERY (adv) = To a high degree
VIBRATION (n) = Regular movement from a center position
VIEW (n) = The ability to see something
VISUAL (adj) = That you can see
VISUALLY (adv) = With the eyes
VOICE (n) = The sound you make when you speak
VOLUME (n) = 1. The space that an object fills
VOLUME (n) = 2. How loud a sound is
WAIT (v) = To stop doing something while another thing occurs [WAITS, WAITED, WAITED]
WALK (v) = To move on foot from one location to a different location [WALKS, WALKED, WALKED]
WANT (v) = To intend, to desire [WANTS, WANTED, WANTED]
WARM (adj) = Moderately hot
WE (pron) = The manufacturer, company, or organization that releases the documentation [do not use this pronoun for other meanings]
WEAK (adj) = With small strength, power, or concentration [WEAKER, WEAKEST]
WEAR (v) = To become damaged by friction [WEARS, WORE, WORN; for other meanings use USE (v) or PUT ON (v)]
WEATHER (n) = Conditions of the atmosphere: temperature, moisture, winds, and clouds
WEIGH (v) = 1. To measure the weight of something [WEIGHS, WEIGHED, WEIGHED]
WEIGH (v) = 2. To have a specified weight
WEIGHT (n) = The force caused when gravity acts on the mass of an object
WET (adj) = That has liquid on it, in it, or absorbed into it [WETTER, WETTEST]
WHEN (conj) = At the time that or during
WHERE (conj) = At, to, or in which location
WHICH (pron) = The thing or things that
WHILE (conj) = At the same time
WHO (pron) = The person or personnel that
WIDE (adj) = That has a specified or large width [WIDER, WIDEST]
WIDTH (n) = The smaller of two dimensions, the second-largest of three dimensions
WILL (v) = Auxiliary modal verb that shows simple future tense [no other verb forms]
WIND (v) = To move around and around an object [WINDS, WOUND, WOUND]
WITH (prep) = Function word that shows association or relationship, help or sharing, a means or instrument [refer to section 9, GR-2]
WITHOUT (prep) = Not with
WORK (n) = That which you do when you use physical strength, or mental power
WRITE (v) = To record data or information as words, letters, or symbols [WRITES, WROTE, WRITTEN]
YES (adv) = Function word that shows the positive answer to a question
YOU (pron) = The reader or the user
YOUR (adj) = Related to the reader or the user