(mechanics) One of the simple machines; a sloping surface such as a ramp such that an object can be raised with less effort than being lifted vertically.

A plant of the genus Plantago, with a rosette of sessile leaves about 10 cm (4") long with a narrow part instead of a petiole, and with a spike inflorescence with the flower spacing varying widely among the species. See also psyllium.

A plant in the genus Musa, the genus that includes banana, but with lower sugar content than banana. / The fruit of the plant, usually cooked before eating and used like potatoes.

(aircraft, military) A military aircraft primarily designed to attack enemy aircraft. Frequently shortened to fighter.

The planet Uranus.

(astronomy) An asteroid of any size / (astronomy) An asteroid-like body in an orbit beyond the asteroid belt, such as a centaur or Kuiper belt object

Any of various insectivorous plants of the genera Sarracenia, Darlingtonia, Heliamphora, Nepenthes and Cephalotus that have pitcher-like leaves or parts of leaves with slippery sides that attract and trap insects.

That branch of astronomy that deals with the planets of the solar system.

Having a loud, mournful sound. / (rare) Beating, dashing, as waves.

A station built for the production of electric power; a power station. / The portion of a vehicle devoted to providing energy for motion; the engine or motor.