waileress
A woman who wails.
wain
1. A four-wheeled vehicle for the transportation of goods, produce, etc.; a wagon. "The wardens see nothing but a wain o (more...)
wainscot
1. Oaken timber or boarding. "A wedge wainscot is fittest and most proper for cleaving of an oaken tree." (Urquhart) "In (more...)
waist
The portion of the trunk between the ribs and the pelvis.
waistcoat
A short, sleeveless coat or garment for men, worn under the coat, extending no lower than the hips, and covering the wai (more...)
waistcoateer
One wearing a waistcoat; especially, a woman wearing one uncovered, or thought fit for such a habit; hence, a loose woma (more...)
wait
1. To stay for; to rest or remain stationary in expectation of; to await; as, to wait orders. "Awed with these words, in (more...)
waiter's cramp
An occupational dystonia characterised by spasm of the muscles of the back and dominant arm in persons who wait tables.
waiting
From Wait, In waiting, in attendance; as, lords in waiting. Waiting gentlewoman, a woman who waits upon a person of rank (more...)
waiting lists
Prospective patient listings for appointments.
