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Sabre is a straight, usually single-edged sword used historically by cavalry and for ceremonial purposes. In modern usage it often refers to a blade worn on the side, with emphasis on cutting rather than thrusting. The term is common in British English and Commonwealth usage, but is universally understood as a type of sword in many contexts.
Sabrina is a feminine given name of Latin origin, commonly used in English-speaking regions. It is pronounced with three syllables and a stress on the second: sa-BRĪ-ba-na. The name has cultural associations across literature and media, and its pronunciation emphasizes a clear, vowel-influenced middle syllable, followed by an unstressed final vowel in contemporary usage.
Saccade is a rapid, ballistic movement of the eyes between fixation points, typically occurring in scanning or reading. It involves brief contractions of ocular muscles that reposition the gaze without continuous visual input. In neuroscience and ophthalmology contexts, saccades are studied to understand attention and precision of eye movements.
Saccades are rapid, ballistic eye movements that abruptly shift focus from one point to another, typically occurring during visual exploration or scanning. They are involuntary in many contexts but can be voluntary in certain tasks, occurring in quick bursts that limit visual processing to brief snapshots. This term is used in physiology, neurology, and psychology to describe these quick, targeted eye jumps.
Saccadic is an adjective relating to or occurring with quick, jumpy movements, especially rapid eye movements (saccades). It can also describe rapid, abrupt actions in other biological or neurological contexts. The term is used in science and medicine to emphasize speed and abruptness rather than smooth, continuous motion.
Saccharomyces cerevisiae is a species of yeast used in baking, brewing, and research. It is a unicellular fungus whose cells ferment sugars to produce ethanol and carbon dioxide. The term encompasses both the genus Saccharomyces and the specific epithet cerevisiae, widely employed in microbiology and genetics contexts.
Sacerdotal is an adjective describing things related to priests or the priesthood, especially in a formal or ceremonial sense. It often conveys a feel of religious authority or sanctimony, as in conduct, language, or ritual matters associated with clergy. The term is typically used in scholarly or literary contexts rather than everyday conversation.
Sacha is a proper noun used as a given name or surname, often of Latin American or Slavic origin, and sometimes used to refer to the famous French film character or places named Sacha. It is typically pronounced with a two-syllable structure and a light, soft first vowel, followed by a crisp final consonant. Usage varies by language, but it commonly conveys familiarity and cultural specificity in names and branding.
Sacha Baron Cohen is a (humorous) stage-name of the British comedian and actor who creates and performs multiple characters; the name itself is a personal alias rather than a common noun. The phrase is usually encountered in reference to his work in film, television, and satire, and is pronounced as a proper name with specific stress on each component. The pronunciation requires careful syllable timing to reflect the French-influenced surname and the two-part given name.
Sachertorte is a dense, chocolate cake of Austrian origin, traditionally layered with apricot jam and coated in dark chocolate glaze. It’s a classical dessert with formal, refined associations, often served with whipped cream. The name is German, and the cake is iconic in Vienna, reflecting a precise baking tradition and ceremonial serving.
Sachet is a small bag or pouch containing a fragrant substance or potpourri. In everyday use, it refers to a scented sachet placed in drawers or closets, and in fragrance contexts, to a small packet of perfume. The term often conveys a light, delicate scent and a compact, decorative object in fashion and domestic settings.
Sachets is the plural of sachet, small cloth- or paper-wrapped bags containing a scented or medicinal substance. In everyday use, sachets refer to decorative fragrance bags or sachets tucked into linge/closets. The term is used in retail and fashion contexts for tiny packets, and in historical texts for small packets of herbs or powders. The word carries a light, domestic connotation and is often linked to fragrance or personal care.
Sack is a short, often flexible noun for a bag or a discharge of something, such as a bag used for carrying items or a dismissal from a job. In everyday use, it can also function as a verb meaning to dismiss someone from employment. The term appears across contexts from travel gear to corporate language, with nuanced connotations of containment or removal.
Sacramento is the capital city of California, as well as a proper noun used for the city and related institutions. In pronunciation terms, it is a three-syllable word with the primary stress on the third syllable in most American uses, and it functions as a place name in everyday speech and formal references alike.
Sacre Bleu is a humorous, old-fashioned French exclamation meaning 'sacred blue,' roughly equivalent to 'good heavens' or 'mon dieu.' It’s used as a mild oath or playful surprise in English-language contexts, often quoted for its theatrical, cartoonish French flair. The phrase functions as a fixed expression, typically punctuating astonishment or dismay.
Sacred is an adjective meaning connected with God or a deity, or regarded with reverence and respect. It often describes objects, places, or duties held holy or sacrosanct, or concepts so venerated that they deserve special reverence. The term can also characterize laws, traditions, or roles treated as inviolable or deserving awe.
Sacrifice is a noun referring to something given up for the sake of something considered more important, often involving loss or surrender of a desired outcome or personal gain. It can also denote an act or instance of offering something to a higher purpose or deity. In everyday use, it can describe giving up time, resources, or comfort to help others or achieve a goal.
Sacrilege (noun) refers to an action or treatment of something considered holy or sacred that shows disrespect or irreverence. It denotes a violation of what is regarded as sacred, often provoking moral or religious offense. The term implies a breach of reverence rather than a simple mistake, and is used in formal, literary, and sometimes critical contexts.
Sacrilegious is an adjective describing actions, speech, or ideas that violate or show disrespect toward something sacred or holy. It conveys a strong judgment about irreverence, often in a moral or religious context. The term implies offense beyond casual disrespect, bordering on sacrilege in the eyes of the observer.
Sacristy (noun) refers to a room in a church where sacred vessels, vestments, and other religious items are kept, and sometimes where clergy prepare for services. It is a secure, functional space associated with liturgical preparation and storage. The term emphasizes routine clerical duties surrounding worship and ritual.
