noun (outdated; no longer in scientific use) one who suffers from mania, or from insanity generally.The asylum housed maniacs locked up like prisoners. adjective ravingly or violently insane; maniacal. See the full…

intransitive verb to walk in an uneven and labored way that puts most of one’s weight on one leg while the other is largely passive.He hurt his ankle and had to limp…

different from the norm, or unusual in way that is worrisome.These warm temperatures are abnormal for this time of year.The patient had an abnormal growth on his neck.Fear of changing to a…

noun a regulated routine of therapy or exercise designed to promote health or fitness.Calisthenics are part of her daily regimen as she prepares for the competition. See the full entry

noun 1. that which one is legally or morally bound to do or refrain from doing; that which one must do or not do. In many countries, military service is an obligation.You…