(programming) A value supplied to a method or function, as opposed to a formal parameter.

(programming) An abstract representation, typically including a name and a type, of a parameter expected to be passed to a method or function.

(figuratively) To disappoint or discourage someone by ruining or criticising their plans or aspirations.

The normal paralysis of the body that occurs during REM sleep.

A waxy white solid hydrocarbon mixture used to make candles, wax paper, lubricants, and sealing materials.

(UK) A petroleum-based thin and colorless fuel oil. / (chemistry) Any member of the alkane hydrocarbons. / Paraffin wax.

To impregnate or treat with paraffin. / To embed in paraffin wax.

A restatement of a text in different words, often to clarify meaning. / (Scotland) One of a certain number of Scripture passages turned into verse for use in the service of praise.

(transitive, intransitive) To restate something as, or to compose a paraphrase.

a flare which deploys a small parachute to slow down its descent.