a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow | a fine cord of twisted fibers (of cotton or silk or wool or nylon etc.) used in sewing and weaving |
the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) | the raised helical rib going around a screw |
the focus of cognitions or feelings | the connections that link the various parts of an event or argument together |
(computing) a discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer | any long object resembling a thin line |
(grammar) a constituent that is acted upon | |