n.
1.strong feelings of embarrassment
2.the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)
3.an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect
4.(Christianity) the act of mortifying the lusts of the flesh by self-denial and privation (especially by bodily pain or discomfort inflicted on yourself)
Idiom of the Day
hear from (someone)
to receive a letter or phone call or news from someone
I have not heard from my university roommate for over one year.