an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text

an alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge; usually published as an appendix to a text on that field

the property of being smooth and shiny

an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading

give a shine or gloss to, usually by rubbing

provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases

provide an interlinear translation of a word or phrase

give a deceptive explanation or excuse for

treat hurriedly or avoid dealing with properly

cover up a misdemeanor, fault, or error

a mobile mass of muscular tissue covered with mucous membrane and located in the oral cavity

pain in the tongue

a scholiast who writes glosses or glossaries

an alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge; usually published as an appendix to a text on that field

in a glossy manner

bloodsucking African fly; transmits sleeping sickness etc.

the property of being smooth and shiny

flies closely related to the Muscidae: tsetse flies

inflammation of the tongue

small genus of Australian orchids

pain in the tongue

a superficial form of glossitis marked by irregular red patches on the tongue and sensitivity to hot or spicy food

repetitive nonmeaningful speech (especially that associated with a trance state or religious fervor)

pertaining to the tongue and throat

sensory nerve to the pharynx and back of the tongue; motor fibers innervate muscles that elevate the pharynx and larynx; includes parasympathetic fibers to the otic ganglion

a genus of Loriinae

lorikeet with a colorful coat

abnormal downward or back placement of the tongue

a magazine printed on good quality paper

a photograph that is printed on smooth shiny paper

(of paper and fabric and leather) having a surface made smooth and glossy especially by pressing between rollers

reflecting light

superficially attractive and stylish; suggesting wealth or expense

nocturnal burrowing snake of western United States with shiny tan scales

having glossy hair

having glossy hair

having glossy hair