n. = *racism. racialist n. & adj.

n. Person who operates a dishonest business. racketeering n.

n. Teller of anecdotes. [french: related to *recount]

n. - radiating or being radiated.

- physics a emission of energy as electromagnetic waves or as moving particles. B energy transmitted in this way, esp. Invisibly.

- (in full radiation therapy) treatment of cancer etc. Using radiation, e.g. X-rays or ultraviolet light.

- sickness n. Sickness caused by exposure to radiation, such as gamma rays.

n. (pl. -s) chicory with reddish-purple leaves. [italian, = chicory]

n. - combined radio and record-player.

- picture obtained by x-rays etc.

- telegram sent by radio.

n. The study of x-rays and other high-energy radiation, esp. As used in medicine. radiologist n.

adj. Impervious to rain.

n. Storm with heavy rain.

n. Water collected from fallen rain.