Alternative spelling of general anesthetic

(cinematography) A cut-in during a scene to highlight a closer view of some part of the same space.

(logic) An informal fallacy applying to inductive arguments, in which the similarity in one respect of two concepts, objects, or events is taken as sufficient to establish that they are similar in another respect in which they actually are dissimilar.

(philosophy) A style of philosophy that came to dominate English-speaking countries in the 20th century.

(chemistry, metallurgy) Any of several analytical techniques that monitor the chemical and physical changes that occur as a material is heated.

(idiomatic) To remain vigilant for someone or something. / (idiomatic) To remain vigilant for a possibly dangerous situation.

Alternative spelling of cost-benefit analysis

(finance, economics) A methodology to help appraise or assess the case for a project or proposal, by estimating the net cost or benefit of the project of proposal. / Any comparison of costs and benefits.

(linguistics) Any of a number of approaches to analyzing written, spoken or signed language use.

(simile, colloquial) So slippery that it is almost impossible to hold. / (idiomatic, simile, colloquial) Very crafty or cunning.