Etymology · Proto-Indo-European
*bʰel-
23 English words descend from Proto-Indo-European *bʰel-, most common first.
- bloodA vital liquid flowing in the bodies of many types of animals that usually conveys nutrients and oxygen. In vertebrates, it is colored red by hemoglobin, is conveyed by arteries and veins, is pumped by the heart and is usually generated in bone marrow.
- boldCourageous; daring.
- flameThe visible part of fire; a stream of burning vapour or gas, emitting light and heat.
- spellWords or a formula supposed to have magical powers.
- balloonAn inflatable buoyant object, often (but not necessarily) round and flexible.
- flavorThe quality produced by the sensation of taste or, especially, of taste and smell in combined effect.
- blazeA fire, especially a fast-burning fire producing a lot of flames and light.
- blazerA very bright or hot day.
- blushAn act of blushing; a pink or red glow on the face caused by embarrassment, shame, shyness, love, etc.
- bleachA chemical, such as sodium hypochlorite or hydrogen peroxide, or a preparation of such a chemical, used for disinfecting or whitening.
- baleEvil, especially considered as an active force for destruction or death.
- bellowThe deep roar of a large animal, or any similar loud noise.
- blemishA small flaw which spoils the appearance of something, a stain, a spot.
- blainskin swelling or sore; blister; blotch.
- blitheCasually careless or indifferent; showing a lack of concern; nonchalant.
- aflameOften preceded by set: in or into flames; so as to be burned by fire.
- CymbelineCunobeline, a king of Britain in the 1st century AD
- effulgentRadiant, resplendent, shining.
- BelenusThe Celtic sun god.
- bieldBoldness, courage; confidence; a feeling of security, assurance.
- blikeTo shine; gleam.
- filicologyThe botanical study of ferns.
- thrappleThe throat, especially the gullet or windpipe.