(physics) One of the three fundamental structural phases of matter in which the cohesive force of matter is strong enough to keep the molecules or atoms in the given positions, restraining the thermal mobility.

(physics) One of the three fundamental structural phases of matter in which the thermal mobility of molecules or atoms is comparable with the cohesiveness, having them connected but fluid in a mass.

(astronomy) Any one of the aspects or appearances presented by the moon as seen from Earth.

A method of sending information by modifying (modulating) the difference in phase (fraction of a wave length) between a signal and a reference.

fondness for; favor of; respect for.

(organic chemistry) Of, relating to, or derived from a phenol.

(organic chemistry) A phenol compound. / Any thermosetting resin manufactured from phenols and aldehydes.

A small yellow-brown ant, Monomorium pharaonis, introduced to virtually every area of the world, considered to be a major indoor pest.

(often attributive) A standard of purity suitable for medicinal use.

(electricity) Differing in phase by a quarter of a cycle; two-phase.