(statistics, probability) A measure of location for a batch, a sample, or a distribution characterizing a value around which are spread the members or the distribution.

(idiomatic) To start; to cause, especially used for unstable situations that may magnify if disturbed.

A postgraduate degree usually in a non-science subject. / A person holding such a degree.

(idiomatic) To settle for a poor option due to a lack or unavailability of anything better

(idiomatic) Very little; not a lot.

(intransitive) To separate off from the main body, to move off to one side; as in troop movements on a parade ground or an organized retreat, or columns in a procession.

(literally) To move backwards away from something. / (idiomatic) To become less aggressive, particularly when one had appeared committed to act. / (idiomatic) To lower the setting of.

(idiomatic, intransitive) To leave; to begin a journey or trip. / (idiomatic, transitive) To begin; to cause; to initiate. / (idiomatic, transitive) To cause to explode, let off.

(transitive) To recall; to cancel or call a halt to. / (intransitive) To telephone in one's notice of a day's absence from work.

plural of son of a gun