In the reproductive cycle, the stage after the fertilization of the egg that precedes the development into a fetus.

A state of discomfort arising from bashfulness or consciousness of having violated a social rule; humiliation. / A person or thing which is the cause of humiliation to another.

To stitch a decorative design on fabric with needle and thread of various colours. / (figuratively) To add imaginary detail to a narrative to make it more interesting or acceptable.

(obsolete) The act of moistening and rubbing a diseased part with spirit, oil, etc. / The liquid or lotion with which an affected part is rubbed.

An order by the government prohibiting ships from leaving port. / A ban on trade with another country. / A temporary ban on making certain information public.

(transitive) To impose an embargo on trading certain goods with another country. / (transitive) To impose an embargo on a document.

Plumpness, stoutness, especially when voluptuous.

Plump, chubby, buxom.

a long mound of earth, stone, or similar material, usually built for purposes such as to hold back or store water, for protection from weather or enemies, or to support a road or railway.

The process of embodying. / (countable) A physical entity typifying an abstract concept.