(fiction, usually with the) The undead; zombies, vampires, etc.

Existing in stasis, without meaningful activity or development.

The average cost of a standard set of basic necessities of life, especially of food, shelter and clothing.

(biology) (of an organism) That lives independently of other organisms rather than part of a symbiotic or parasitic relationship

(US, politics) Two members of Congress who would have otherwise cast opposing votes, but who form an agreement whereby one announces the couple is a live pair and registers his or her own vote as present rather than for or against. Although not recognized or recorded in vote tallies, the effect is to allow the other member to be absent without affecting the outcome of the vote.

(biology) Any tissue of a living organism containing cells that are being replaced when they die.

(idiomatic) To enjoy oneself, to have fun.

(Internet, neologism) To keep track of a current event in real-time online using a blog or other website.

(Internet, neologism) A blog that gives up-to-date information about a progressing current event.

The incorporation of historical tools, activities and clothing into an interactive presentation, to give observers and participants a sense of stepping back in time.