the study of myths.

having a hostile or deliberately frightening quality or manner.

a person who concentrates primarily on a particular subject or activity; a person highly skilled in a specific and restricted field.

the offense of willfully telling an untruth in a court after having taken an oath or affirmation.

a room or building equipped for scientific experiments, research, or teaching, or for the manufacture of drugs or chemicals.

clearly defined or identified.

having a composed and self-assured manner.

think about (something) carefully, especially before making a decision or reaching a conclusion.

stimulate (interest or curiosity).

indulge with every attention, comfort, and kindness; spoil.

control or supervise (something, especially a company or business activity) by means of rules and regulations.

an antibiotic or group of antibiotics produced naturally by certain blue molds, and now usually prepared synthetically.

a person or animal with whom one spends a lot of time or with whom one travels; one of a pair of things intended to complement or match each other.

a deputy or substitute acting for a superior.