Standard Dictionary

Words Starting with "C"

179 words found

cekam
verb
Action

The act of holding or gripping something firmly using claws, nails, or hands.

cekcok
verb
Action

The act of quarreling or having a disagreement with others accompanied by heated debate.

ceku
verb
arkais
Action

The act of pressing or wounding something using fingernails, or embedding small sharp objects into a surface.

celah suara
noun
kedokteran
Locus

The opening or space located between the vocal cords within the larynx that regulates airflow.

celana jengki
noun
Locus

A type of trousers characterized by a very narrow or tight fit around the legs.

celapak
verb
Action

The act of positioning oneself on someone's back or body with legs straddled.

celedang-celedok
verb
arkais
Reduplication

A way of walking with an exaggerated sway or strut, typically used to describe a model's runway walk.

celsius
noun
sains
Numeral

A unit of temperature in the thermometer scale

celuk
verb
arkais
Action

To insert one's hand into a container or narrow space, such as a pocket or can, to retrieve or feel for an object.

cemeh
adjective
arkais
Abstract Concept

A condition where the eye appears blind yet remains open, or referring to something considered insignificant or worthless.

cemekian
noun
kedokteran
Abstract Concept

The plant Croton tiglium, whose seeds contain compounds used as a laxative or purgative medicine.

cemengkian
noun
Abstract Concept

A non-standard form of cemekian, referring to a type of plant or seed used in traditional medicine.

cemeti malaikat
noun
agama
Abstract Concept

A figurative term referring to divine power or punishment perceived as a whip from God.

cempa
noun
sains
Locus

A variety of rice characterized by grains that are either awnless or have very short awns.

cempaka putih
noun
Proper Name

Name of a place in Jakarta

cempala mulut
adjective
Abstract Concept

A trait or behavior of someone who is prone to speaking recklessly, rudely, or in a way that hurts others.

cempe
noun
sains
Locus

A young goat or sheep that is still in the nursing stage.

cempelung
noun
Locus

A small boat propelled primarily by the use of oars.

cempor
noun
Locus

A simple traditional oil lamp made from a recycled tin can, typically lacking a glass chimney.

cencang
verb
kuliner
Action

The process of cutting or mincing something into very small or fine pieces using a sharp tool.

cenderasa
noun
arkais
Locus

A sharp weapon, specifically a sword, believed in classical literature to possess supernatural powers.

cengap
verb
Action

The act of catching something with the mouth or the state of gasping for air.

cengar-cengir
verb
gaul
Reduplication

The act of smiling or chuckling repeatedly, typically due to feeling embarrassed, awkward, or amused.

cengi
noun
sastra
Abstract Concept

A quality of voice or vocal articulation produced with a distinct nasal resonance.

cengis
noun
arkais
Abstract Concept

A very sharp and unpleasant odor, resembling the smell of scorched or burnt material.

cengkareng
noun
Proper Name

Name of a subdistrict in West Jakarta

cengkeram
verb
Action

The act of gripping or clamping firmly with claws or fingers, also used metaphorically for control.

cengkih
noun
kuliner
Abstract Concept

A tropical plant whose dried flower buds are used as a fragrant and pungent spice.

cengung
verb
Action

A state of being stunned or transfixed due to deep astonishment, shock, or confusion.

centong nasi
noun
kuliner
Locus

A large spoon-shaped kitchen utensil used specifically for scooping or serving rice from its container.