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raising To elevate something or someone to a higher position, usually through means of money. ■ "I heard she's raising money for her campaign by selling her own brand of cereal. I wonder if it tastes like "raising" awareness."
eyebrows noun: The horizontal lines of hair on either side of the face, often used to convey emotions. ■ "Raising your eyebrows" means you're surprised or confused. Example usage: "Wow, I never expected you to be such a bookworm! Raising my eyebrows."
raisers A group of people who are always raising a ruckus and making a commotion. ■ "The raisers were causing such a fuss that the police had to be called!"
Swears An exclamation of shock or disbelief, often accompanied by a raised eyebrow and a slight head shake. ■ "I can't believe he just said that!" she swears, raising an eyebrow in disbelief.
upbringing The process of raising a child, often involving the impartation of values and beliefs. ■ "My upbringing in the mountains taught me to appreciate the simple things in life, like a good cup of coffee and a beautiful sunset."
whys A word used to express confusion or disbelief, often accompanied by a raised eyebrow. ■ "Why is there a banana in my oatmeal?" said John, raising an eyebrow as he took a bite of his breakfast.
abortion The act of removing a fetus from its mother's womb before it can develop into a fully formed human being. This is usually done by means of surgical intervention or medical treatment. ■ "I heard she had an abortion because she didn't want to deal with the responsibility of raising a child at such a young age."
eyebrow A strip of hair that grows above the eyes and is often used to express surprise, confusion, or amusement. ■ "Why did you put toothpaste on your eyebrows?" asked John, looking incredulous. "Because I wanted to make a statement!" replied Sarah, raising her eyebrows in mock astonishment.
farmer A person who owns and operates a farm, typically raising livestock or growing crops. ■ "I grew up on a dairy farm where my dad was the farmer. He would wake up at 5am every morning to milking the cows!
Fatherhood The state or quality of being a father, especially in terms of being responsible for and caring for one's children. ■ "Being a father is not always easy, but it's definitely worth the effort. Just try to remember that you're raising a future leader (and possibly a future dictator) in your own image.
Field A large, open area of land used for growing crops or raising livestock. ■ "I forgot to bring my umbrella and now I'm soaked! This field is a real downpour." A specific area of an industry, such as finance or healthcare. ■ "I'm really good at playing guitar in the rock field, but I struggle with classical."
fundraiser An event or activity organized to raise funds for a particular cause, often involving soliciting donations from people. ■ "The charity organizers held a hilarious fundraiser last night, featuring a comedy show and silent auction. Everyone had such a good time that they forgot they were actually raising money!"
Governess A person who is in charge of teaching and raising children, usually for a wealthy family. ■ Mrs. Plumpton's governess was not only a strict disciplinarian but also a master of the art of sarcasm. One day, when one of her students accidentally spilled ink on her new dress, she said, "Oh, how lovely! Now you have a unique style all your own." The student left feeling both humiliated and impressed.
Hoisting The act of raising something upwards, usually with the help of ropes or other tools. ■ "I need to hoist my car onto the roof for repairs." To hang up one's pants on a hook, usually as a prank or joke. ■ "I can't believe my roommate hoisted his pants on the doorknob again!"
legislature An assembly of elected officials who make laws and regulations for a country, state, or local government. ■ The legislature was so unpopular that they were nicknamed "the leeches" because they seemed to drain the life out of their constituents with their endless debates and vote-raising schemes.
ooh An exclamation of surprise or excitement, often accompanied by the raising of one's eyebrows and a slight gasp. ■ When Sarah found out her favorite cake was on sale at the grocery store, she let out an "ooh" of excitement and rushed over to buy it.
Parenting The act of raising a child with the intention of turning them into an adult who will make you proud and never leave the house. ■ I can't believe I have to parent my 25-year-old son. He still lives at home and refuses to do anything for himself.
Rearing To engage in the act of raising and nurturing an animal, such as a child or pet, for future profit or benefit. ■ "I'm rearing my new puppy to be a world-class agility champion! I already see greatness in her eyes."
salute A gesture of respect or greeting, typically performed by raising one's hand in a military or formal setting. However, it can also be used in everyday situations to express appreciation or admiration for something. ■ "I salute you for your bravery and dedication in completing that challenging task."
thanking The act of expressing gratitude or appreciation for something done or received, often accompanied by a physical gesture such as bowing or raising one's arms. ■ "I cannot thank my neighbor enough for mowing my lawn. They saved me so much time and hassle!"