A large wasp (Pompilus formosus) that captures the Texan tarantula (Mygale hentzii) and places it in its nest as food for its young, after paralyzing it by a sting.

(archaic, colloquial) To discover someone is much stronger, much more dangerous, and/or much more violent than they appeared at first, especially after laying hands on them or (cant, obsolete) in a failed attempt to rob someone who turns out to be a stronger robber.

plural of target audience

(UK, derogatory) An addition to income tax payable only by those in Scotland as a result of the Scottish variable rate.

One of the Solomon Islands.

A river and valley in Italy.

(chemistry, obsolete) potassium carbonate

Alternative form of time and tide wait for no man

plural of tart card

(UK, slang) A card advertising the services of a prostitute.