adjective - dealing with problems or situations in a practical and realistic way rather than relying on theories or ideals
noun - a base or support on which a statue, column, or object stands
adverb, dated - three times
noun, technical - an old-fashioned long gun used by soldiers before rifles were invented
noun - a type of sugar found in milk and dairy products
noun, formal - the set of reasons or logical basis for a course of action or belief
adverb - in a way that increases very rapidly and by a growing rate
adjective - increasing very rapidly by large amounts
verb, informal - to dress yourself in fancy or stylish clothes, especially for a special occasion
noun - a rough, thick woollen fabric, often woven with a mix of coloured threads, traditionally used for jackets and suits
adjective - (of a person, esp. a woman) lacking style or neatness in dress or appearance
adjective - unfashionable and unattractive in appearance (especially in clothing or style)
noun, technical - a separate, often stiffened garment worn to shape or support the torso
noun, technical - the upper part of a woman's dress that fits closely to the body