verb, formal - to criticize someone angrily
adverb - in a way that shows self-satisfaction or pride, often in an annoying or superior manner
verb - to make someone familiar with a new place, situation, or system, or to find your position or direction in relation to your surroundings
noun, formal - the process of familiarizing someone with a new place, situation, or system, or the ability to understand your position or direction
noun, British English, informal - an embarrassing mistake, especially one made in public
noun - a small mouse-like rodent with a rounded body, short tail, and short legs that lives mainly in fields or woodland
verb - to protect yourself or deal with a problem, attack, or unwanted situation successfully
noun - a glass container in which plants or small animals are kept and grown in controlled conditions
noun, formal - something extremely large, powerful, or overwhelming, especially an organization or machine
adjective - positioned on a high place or on the edge of something, often in a way that seems temporary or slightly unstable
adjective, formal - optimistic or positive, especially in a difficult situation
verb, British English, informal - to leave a place quietly and often without anyone noticing, usually to avoid something
adjective - in a state of deep unconsciousness; lacking alertness or activity