Index of English words, starting with "ad"

(1) - Adjustment (n.) The operation of bringing all the parts of an instrument, as a microscope or telescope, into their proper relative position for use; the condition of being thus adjusted; as, to get a good adjustment; to be in or out of adjustment.
(2) - Adjustment (n.) Settlement of claims; an equitable arrangement of conflicting claims, as in set-off, contribution, exoneration, subrogation, and marshaling.
(3) - Adjustment (n.) The act of adjusting, or condition of being adjusted; act of bringing into proper relations; regulation.

(1) - Adjutancy (n.) Skillful arrangement in aid; assistance.
(2) - Adjutancy (n.) The office of an adjutant.

(1) - Adjutant (n.) A species of very large stork (Ciconia argala), a native of India; -- called also the gigantic crane, and by the native name argala. It is noted for its serpent-destroying habits.
(2) - Adjutant (n.) A regimental staff officer, who assists the colonel, or commanding officer of a garrison or regiment, in the details of regimental and garrison duty.
(3) - Adjutant (n.) A helper; an assistant.

(1) - Adjuvant (n.) An ingredient, in a prescription, which aids or modifies the action of the principal ingredient.
(2) - Adjuvant (n.) An assistant.
(3) - Adjuvant (a.) Helping; helpful; assisting.
(4) - Adjuvant (n.) A substance added to a formulation of a drug which enhances the effect of the active ingredient.
(5) - Adjuvant (n.) A substance added to an immunogenic agent to enhance the production of antibodies.