(physics) A voltage generated by certain crystals in response to an applied mechanical stress.

(also used figuratively) Spotted or blotched, especially in black and white. / (figuratively) Of mixed character, heterogeneous.

An animal with piebald coloration.

A smaller temporary or secondary lodging; a second home. / A house in the city.

(often derogatory) An in-depth article that discusses a topic thoroughly and elaborates the writer's point of view, to inspire deep thought related to the article's subject.

a piece of freestanding stage scenery / any carefully planned sequence of operations, especially as part of a military operation

An item of clothing; any item, such as a shirt or a sock, that constitutes clothing.

(idiomatic, vulgar) A bad thing; an object of poor quality. / (idiomatic, vulgar) A despicable person. / (vulgar) Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see piece, of, shit.

Someone of European origin living in North Africa, especially Algeria, under French rule, particularly one who was repatriated to mainland France after Algerian independence.

A single sheet or scrap of paper. / (derogatory) A marriage certificate. / (derogatory) A college or university degree.