122 Nouns That Start With "B"

A very young child who cannot walk or talk yet, usually between birth and two years old.

A round object you throw, kick, or hit in sports and games.

A group of people who play music together, or a thin circular piece of material.

A place where you keep your money safely and borrow money when needed.

The rough protective layer covering the outside of tree trunks; or the loud sharp sound a dog makes.

The main reason, principle, or foundation that something is built or decided on.

A tub filled with water where you sit and wash your body.

A room in a house where you wash and use the toilet.

An object that provides power to things like phones, flashlights, and toys.

A large fight between two armies or groups using weapons.

the sandy or rocky area next to the ocean where people swim and relax

a large furry animal that lives in forests or mountains; eats meat and plants

Meat that comes from a cow, commonly eaten as steak, burgers, or in stews.

An alcoholic drink made from grain that people drink socially; usually served cold.

A ringing object made of metal that makes a sound when it's hit or moved.

A strip of fabric or leather worn around your waist to hold up pants or for style.

A long seat where two or more people can sit together.

A good thing you get or receive from doing something or having something.

A vehicle with two wheels that you ride by pedaling or that has an engine to make it move

A piece of paper showing how much money you must pay for something you bought or used, or a proposed law being considered by government

a thick, solid piece of something like wood or stone; also a section of city streets enclosed by roads.

the red liquid inside your body that carries oxygen and nutrients to all parts.

a piece of wood or hard material shaped like a flat rectangle, used for many purposes

a small ship or vessel for traveling on water, usually carrying people or goods

the whole physical form of a person or animal, including head, arms, legs, and torso

An explosive device that is set off to destroy things or cause harm.

A hard white part inside the body that supports and protects organs.

Additional pay or reward that someone receives beyond their regular salary.

A time when the economy is growing fast, businesses are doing well, and people have jobs and money to spend.

A sturdy shoe that reaches above the ankle, often worn in cold weather or for work.

Someone who is in charge of a workplace or organization and gives orders to workers.

A round, deep container used for eating soup, cereal, or other food.

The organ in your head that lets you think and remember things.

A food made from flour and water that is baked in an oven.

A hard rectangular block used to build walls and buildings.

A budget is a plan that shows what money you will spend and earn.

A large male farm animal with horns that is used in agriculture and meat production.

Several things of the same kind tied or grouped together, or a group of people who spend time together.

A pile of work you still need to do. The longer the backlog, the more work is waiting to be finished.

Suitcases, bags, and other belongings you carry on trips.

A store where bakers make and sell fresh bread, cakes, and pastries. You can buy baked goods there or sometimes watch bakers work.

When two things are equal in weight or amount, or the money left in your bank account or wallet.

A yellow fruit that grows in bunches, popular snack you peel before eating.

The legal state when someone or a company owes so much money that they can't pay it back. The court takes over to handle the debt situation.

A container woven from strips of material like straw, wicker, or plastic.

A wet, pourable mixture that you use to make cakes, pancakes, waffles, or to coat food before cooking.

The quality that makes something look attractive or pleasant.

A room where people sleep; usually has a bed, windows, and storage for clothes.

An insect with yellow and black stripes that makes honey and lives in groups.

The actions or conduct of a person or animal, especially in response to their environment.

Something you think is true or think will happen, whether based on facts or on feelings.

A preference or leaning toward something, often unfair. A tendency to judge or support something before knowing the facts.

A bicycle is a two-wheeled vehicle that moves forward when you push the pedals with your feet.

A very large number equal to 1,000 million. In modern usage, it means 1,000,000,000 in both American and British English.

The different kinds of plants and animals that live together in one place.

The science that studies living things such as animals, plants, and cells, and how they work and interact

a thick cloth used to keep warm in bed or on a sofa.

A digital record-keeping system where transactions are stored in connected blocks across many computers, making it nearly impossible to alter past records or cheat the system.

A wireless system that lets phones, headphones, and other devices talk to each other without cables.

A line that marks the edge where one country or region ends and another begins.

A glass or plastic container used to hold drinks, perfume, or other liquids.

The lowest surface or level of an object, container, or place.

A system that stops or slows down a car, bike, or machine.

A part of a tree that grows out from the trunk and has leaves.

One of two body parts on the front of the chest that women have and that can produce milk to feed babies.

The air you take in and push out of your body through your nose or mouth.

A structure that allows people and vehicles to cross over water, valleys, or roads.

A company or service that buys and sells stocks, bonds, and other investments for customers. The fee or commission a broker charges is also called brokerage.

A hot, savory liquid made by boiling meat or vegetables in water.

Huge animal with curved horns living in African and Asian grasslands.

A structure made by humans that has walls and a roof and is used for living, work, or other purposes.

A small metal object shaped like a small cylinder that is fired from a gun to hurt or kill someone or something.

A soft furry animal with long ears that hops on its back legs and eats vegetables and grass.

When someone breaks into a house or building to steal things or commit a crime. It's different from robbery, which uses force against a person.

A company or organization that makes money by selling products or providing services to customers.

A person who works in a meat shop, cutting and selling meat for customers. A butcher shop is also called a 'butcher's'.

A soft fat made from milk that you spread on toast or use in baking and cooking

A small piece sewn on clothes to keep them closed, or something you press to turn something on or off

The hidden part of a website or app that stores data and does the heavy computing work; users never see it directly.

Things you see in the back of a picture or photo, or the past experiences that shape a person.

A financial report that shows what a company owns (assets), what it owes (liabilities), and what the owners have invested (equity) at a specific date.

The speed and capacity of your internet connection; how much data can flow through it at once.

A type of graph with horizontal or vertical bars used to compare different groups or items.

A product or item that costs much less money than normal, making it a good purchase.

A tiny, flat insect that lives in beds and bites sleeping people to drink their blood.

The first part or moment when something starts to happen or exist.

A standard level you use to compare something. For example, if the average salary in your industry is $50,000, that's a benchmark for your own salary.

A large area of Earth with its own climate, plants, and animals that live together naturally. Examples include rainforests, deserts, and tundras.

All the parts of Earth where life exists, including the air, water, soil, and living things. It is the living world as a whole.

someone who is attracted to and may have romantic relationships with both men and women

Big animal like a cow with a hump, living wild in North American plains.

A detailed plan or design that shows exactly how something should be made or built. Also used for any comprehensive plan.

A medium-sized wild cat with a very short tail and brown spotted fur. Bobcats hunt small animals.

A close connection or link between people. Also, a type of investment where you lend money to a company or government and they promise to pay you back with interest.

A man you have a romantic relationship with.

A company's name or symbol that makes its products recognizable and different from other companies. Examples: Apple, Nike, Coca-Cola.

A big sudden success or important discovery that changes everything. When you finally solve a very difficult problem.

A meeting where someone gives important information or instructions to employees or team members quickly and efficiently.

A program like Chrome or Firefox that you use to open and view websites on your computer or phone.

A mistake in a computer program that makes it work incorrectly.

A complex system of rules, procedures, and officials that is often slow and difficult to navigate. Red tape and paperwork.

A time when the economy is shrinking, businesses are struggling, people lose jobs, and spending decreases.

A song or poem that tells a story, often about adventure, love, or tragedy, usually with a repeated chorus and set to music.

A funny or ridiculous imitation of something serious; a work that makes fun of something by exaggerating it.