definite or clear expression of something in speech. Record of activity in a bank account over time.

Funny or foolish; deserving to be laughed at.

bearing name and address of intended recipient. To refer to someone or something formally.

Feeling a shock when something unexpected happens. To do something that another person didn't expect.

Talking with other people; discussion or chat.

by means of words.

introduction to book. Introductions to a book, often by another author. To add introductory remarks to something.

claim or assertion that someone has done something illegal or wrong. Accusation against someone (often in court).

Piece of writing about a particular subject. bind to undergo training period.

reason or explanation justifying fault or offence. Reasons why you did or didn't do something. To allow someone not to do (jury service, etc.).

Frequently, or without pause.

To succeed in doing good, usually by working hard.

perceive intended meaning of.

feeling or looking strained as result of having too many demands made on one. To bother repeatedly with harmful words or actions.

series of actions towards achieving something. To convert by putting something through a machine.