English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Connoisseur A person who is highly knowledgeable and experienced in a particular area, such as art, food, or wine.  ■ After spending years studying the intricacies of cheese, Jane became known as the ultimate connoisseur and could identify the type of cheese just by looking at it., A person who is highly skilled in a particular area, such as playing an instrument or performing magic tricks.  ■ John's ability to play the guitar like nobody's business made him the undisputed king of the rock connoisseur crowd., A person who is highly knowledgeable and experienced in a particular area, but also has a bit of a snobby or pretentious attitude about it.  ■ Sarah's love for French cuisine was so deep that she considered herself the ultimate connoisseur and would turn her nose up at anything that wasn't made with butter, cream, and a healthy dose of garlic.

precinct <en></?>A small, enclosed area where a certain type of activity takes place. Often used to describe an area where someone or something is confined.</def>

Rural An area with a large population of farmers and livestock.  ■ Did you hear about the farmer who lost his cow in the rural area? He was so upset, he had to call the police.

Authorization The legal right to do something, especially to give permission to someone or something to enter or operate in a particular area.  ■ When the security guard asked for my authorization to enter the restricted area, I replied with, "I'm sorry, but I don't have authorization to be this boring."

Field A large, open area of land used for growing crops or raising livestock.  ■ "I forgot to bring my umbrella and now I'm soaked! This field is a real downpour." A specific area of an industry, such as finance or healthcare.  ■ "I'm really good at playing guitar in the rock field, but I struggle with classical."

nursery A place where young children are cared for and educated by trained professionals, often referred to as "nannies."  ■ "I remember my first day at nursery. I was so scared of the other kids!", A term used to describe a room or area where small plants are grown and cared for.  ■ "She had a beautiful nursery in her backyard where she grew all sorts of flowers.", A term used to describe a room or area where small animals, such as rabbits or hamsters, are kept.  ■ "He had a big nursery in his basement where he kept all his pet mice."

Parish A small area with a church and its surrounding land, often including some of the inhabitants of that area.  ■ "I may be from a big city, but I still have my own parish where I go to church every Sunday."

Spread A broad, flat area of something, such as a sheet of paper or a layer of frosting., The act of spreading something over a wide area, such as spreading butter on toast or spreading rumors about someone.  ■ John was so lazy that he couldn't even spread his own peanut butter. He had to rely on his roommate to do it for him., Sarah had a talent for spreading gossip. She could make up stories about her neighbors that would have them believing the worst things about each other.

surroundings The area in which a person or thing is enclosed or situated, often including everything that can be seen and heard within that area.  ■ "My surroundings are always so lively with the sounds of music and laughter. It's like living in a party every day!"

valley A deep, low-lying area between two hills or mountains.  ■The hikers got lost in the valley and ended up taking a detour through a field of wildflowers.  ■ "I need to drop off my dry cleaning at the valley," said John. "Or should I say, my valet?" replied Sarah, rolling her eyes. "Valley" is short for "valet," which is French for "servant." So when you say you're going to take your car to the valley, what you really mean is that you're going to take it to your personal servant who lives in a low-lying area between two hills or mountains.

Adept A person who is skilled and proficient in a particular task or area of knowledge.  ■ I knew she was an adept dancer when I saw her effortlessly perform the cha-cha slide.

Airspace The area above the ground where air is able to circulate freely, typically measured in feet or meters.  ■ Don't forget to bring your oxygen mask for this flight!

Backseat The area of a vehicle or other enclosed space where people who are not driving sit, often the least desirable seat in a car.  ■ "I'll take the backseat and let my friends drive."

barricades An obstacle made of wood, stone, or other materials, used to prevent people from entering an area.  ■ "The protesters erected barricades around the city square, hoping to make their voices heard."

bayou A large, swampy area in the southeastern United States, often inhabited by alligators and mosquitoes.  ■ "I heard there's a bayou near my friend's house where they catch cajuns and make them eat gatorade."

bendy A person or thing that is extremely flexible, especially in the waist area.  ■ After seeing the contortions of the circus performer, Jane exclaimed, "Wow, he was so bendy!"

booby A large and usually soft lump of flesh, often found in the chest area.  ■ "I accidentally grabbed a booby on the beach!"

brink The edge or boundary of a precipice, cliff, or other raised area.  ■ I stood on the brink of the Grand Canyon and realized how small I really am compared to its vastness.

butts² The area of the human body between the waist and legs, often considered to be an object of attraction.  ■ "I don't care about your personality, I just want to look at your butts."

Campus A large, open area surrounded by buildings and used for education, sports, and other activities.  ■ "I can't believe I have to go back to campus after summer break. It's like going to jail."

caverns A large, dark and foreboding underground area with hidden treasures waiting to be discovered.  ■ "I heard there are ancient treasure in the depths of the caverns."

central The most important or interesting thing in a particular situation or area.  ■ "The central theme of the movie was the importance of family, but the real star of the show was the comedic performance of the leading actor."

champion A person who is extremely skilled or successful in a particular area, and often wins competitions.  ■ "I may not be a champion runner, but I can definitely beat my coworkers at beer pong."

Clearing A large area of land that has been cleared of trees, bushes, and other obstacles, making it easy to walk or drive on.  ■ I love hiking in the clearing by my cabin. It's so peaceful and scenic!

coast An area of land that borders a sea or ocean.  ■ "I love going on vacation to the coast because I can smell the salty air and hear the sound of the waves crashing on the shore."

commonwealth An area of land or sea that is governed by a commonwealth, particularly the United States.  ■ "I forgot my wallet in the commonwealth. Now I have to find a way to get back home without money."

compartment A small, enclosed space within a larger area, typically used to store or organize objects.  ■ When I couldn't find my phone in my backpack, I realized that it must have been in the "phone compartment" all along.

Cordon A long, thin strip of material used to mark off a section or area.  ■ "The chef used a cordon to separate the raw meat from the cooked food."

County A large area of land with a distinct character and often its own government.  ■ "I went on a road trip across the country and saw so many different landscapes!

courtyard A paved or graveled area in front of a building, often used for outdoor activities such as sunbathing and having picnics.  ■ Why did the courtyard break up with the garden? Because it found someone who was more "yard-centric"!

Crackerjack <en></?>1. Someone who is highly skilled or competent in a particular area. <en></en><en>2. Something that is excellent or of very high quality. <en></en>

dell A small, flat area of land with a depression at the center.  ■ John fell into the dell and landed on his butt.

derives To obtain, acquire, or gain knowledge by studying or analyzing something.  ■ John tried to derive the equation for the area of a circle, but he was lost in his own math problems.

Diffusion The gradual spreading of something over a large area or time.  ■ "The diffusion of knowledge in the field of quantum physics was slow due to the lack of a simple and intuitive explanation."

district A large, unorganized area of a city or town that has no discernible personality or identity.  ■ "I always forget which district I'm in - they all look the same and have the same boring people."

Dominate To be the most powerful or influential person in a particular area.  ■ After becoming the CEO of his company, John was able to dominate the market and drive all of his competitors out of business.

dominion A territory or area that is under the control of a single entity, such as a country or corporation.  ■ "The company's dominion over the market was threatened by the emergence of new competitors."

Drainage The act of removing water or other fluids from a surface or area, typically through pipes or channels.  ■ John's basement was flooded because the drainage system malfunctioned. He had to hire a plumber to fix it.

dwells to reside or inhabit in a permanent or semi-permanent manner, often without leaving the area  ■ "The house where I grew up dwells in my memories, even though I haven't lived there for years."

Evacuate To quickly and loudly leave an area or situation, often with a sense of urgency and desperation.  ■ "I was so angry at my boss that I immediately evacuated the office and never went back."

everglades A swampy area in Florida, known for its mosquitoes and alligators.  ■ I heard the everglades are so muddy that you can't even see your own feet. That's why they call it the "muck-etopia".

excels To be excellent in all ways, especially in a particular area or skill.  ■ She excels at baking cakes and can whip up a batch of cookies in no time!

Expert A person who has extensive knowledge or skill in a particular area, and uses this knowledge to make other people laugh.  ■ "I'm an expert at making people laugh, just ask my friends."

Extensive Something that covers a very large area or contains a lot of information.  ■ "I had an extensive collection of rubber ducks, but I had to give most of them away when I moved."

Fairway A large flat area on the surface of a golf course where golfers can play their shots.  ■ "I hit a perfect drive down the fairway, but then I lost my focus and ended up in the woods."

Fauna A collection of all the different species of animals in a particular area.  ■ "I went on a safari in Africa and saw so many interesting fauna, including giraffes, elephants, and zebras."

foliage The leaves, twigs, and other plant parts that provide shade or color to an area.  ■ "I love nothing more than a stroll through the vibrant foliage of a forest. It's like being transported to another world!"

frames A collection of objects that are used to define the boundaries of a given area or space.  ■ "I need to update the frames on my website to make it more visually appealing."

frontier The boundary or limit of something, often metaphorical and referring to an area that is untamed, unexplored, or undeveloped.  ■ "We're exploring the frontier of artificial intelligence and discovering new ways to make computers more intelligent and autonomous."