English Dictionary (Humor) beta

misses A term used to describe someone who has missed their bus, train, or any other mode of transportation.  ■ "I can't believe I missed my bus! Now I have to walk home in the rain."

Running The act of moving quickly on foot, usually by both legs at the same time.  ■ "I'm running to catch the bus," said the man, who was actually jogging in place while waiting for the bus to arrive."

honk A loud, short sound made by a car horn or other similar device.  ■ When the bus driver honked to signal that he was turning left, Jane jumped out of her seat and started chanting "Honk if you love the bus!"

Advancement A sudden and unexpected movement forward, often accompanied by a loud noise or impact.  ■ "I had just finished my coffee when the bus suddenly made an advancement, sending me flying into the seat in front of me!"

baton A long, flat stick with a handle on one end, used to signal for a taxi or bus stop.  ■ She was so lost in the city that she had to use her baton to signal for help.

Behalf The act of doing something in someone else's place or on their behalf.  ■ John decided to run for the bus on behalf of his friend who was too tired to do it himself.

briskly Adverb meaning "in a lively and energetic manner, with swift and determined movements."  ■ "She briskly walked down the street, her heels clicking against the pavement as she hurried to catch her bus."

butted To have one's buttocks accidentally or purposefully come into contact with another person or object.  ■ "I butted the guy on the bus by accident. I was trying to take his seat, but I guess my aim wasn't great."

Carries To carry something for someone else, usually something that is heavy or difficult to do alone.  ■ "He carries my backpack for me every day on the bus. I don't know how he does it."

Displacement The act of moving something from one place to another, often in a sudden or violent manner.  ■ When the bus driver slammed on the brakes, causing the passengers to be violently displaced from their seats.

ditz A person who is absent-minded, forgetful or easily distracted.  ■ "I was so preoccupied with my phone that I didn't even notice the bus had arrived. That's just classic ditz behavior."

Drive To operate a motor vehicle or other means of transportation.  ■ John drove his car to work every day, but today he decided to take the bus instead because he was feeling lazy.

frightens To make someone feel extremely scared or afraid.  ■ "The idea of flying in a plane frightens me so much that I always take the bus."

gazelle An incredibly fast and agile creature with long legs, known for its ability to leap over obstacles at breakneck speed.  ■ "I need to be as fast as a gazelle if I want to catch that bus!

gobble To consume something quickly and greedily, often with the mouth open wide.  ■ "I had to gobble up my sandwich before the bus arrived."

hast A feeling of impatience and eagerness to act quickly.  ■ John hastily finished his homework before rushing out the door to catch the bus.

hastily Adverb: Without much delay or care; quickly, hurriedly.  ■ "He hastily finished his sandwich before rushing out the door to catch the bus."

Hazards A person who is always getting into dangerous situations.  ■ "John is such a hazard, he almost got run over by a bus just now!"

huge An extremely large thing or quantity, often to the point of being unwieldy or unmanageable.  ■ "I had to take a bus to work because my car was so huge that it wouldn't fit in my garage."

jackass A person who is stupid, foolish, or reckless.  ■ "I forgot my keys at home and now I have to take the bus back. What a jackass I am!"

kilter A feeling of being slightly off-balance or disorganized, often causing a person to act uncharacteristically silly or awkward.  ■ After missing her bus, Sarah stumbled through the crowded streets, trying to regain her kilter before she got home.

madwoman A woman who is completely and utterly insane, often in a comical way.  ■ I saw a madwoman on the bus today, she was dancing to her own beat while eating a sandwich and talking to her invisible friend.

merrily Adverb meaning with cheerful or festive behavior, often in a way that is exaggerated or humorous.  ■ "She merrily danced the polka at the wedding reception.", "He merrily told his joke to the group of strangers on the bus."

Missed To fail to notice or perceive something that was happening or should have been noticed.  ■ "I missed the bus by mere seconds! I can't believe I missed it."

Mocking The act of imitating someone or something in a ridiculously exaggerated manner.  ■ "I saw my friend mockingly eating a sandwich on the bus, as if he was the only person who had ever eaten food before."

Pep A feeling of energy and enthusiasm.  ■ "I had a lot of pep in my step as I ran to catch the bus."

racy adj. (of a person, thing, or event) characterized by or involving speed, excitement, and/or sexual content.  ■ "I had to run really fast to catch the bus, but I also couldn't help feeling a little bit racy from all the adrenaline.

Response A sarcastic or humorous retort.  ■ "You say that now, but I bet you were running to the bus stop when it was actually raining cats and dogs."

safest The most unlikely place to find a safe, especially if it's in a public area.  ■ "I left my wallet on the bus and decided to check my bag at the safest possible place - on the subway!

Scottie A person who is extremely unlucky or has terrible luck.  ■ Sam was a scottie because he always managed to break his leg, miss his bus, and get lost in the woods all in one day.

scram A verb used to describe the act of rapidly moving in a chaotic manner, usually accompanied by excessive noise and confusion.  ■ The children scrambled to find their shoes before the bus arrived.

shuttle¹ A small, fast-moving vehicle that is used for transporting people or cargo over short distances.  ■ "I can't believe I have to take the shuttle bus instead of my own car for this errand."

Squeezed To be in an awkward or uncomfortable position due to being squeezed between two objects.  ■ After the bus ride through rush hour, John was so squeezed that he felt like a sardine in a can.

straps A device that holds something together or in place.  ■ She accidentally left her strap on the bus. Now she has to go back and get it!

waive To flap (one's arms or wings) up and down, often in order to attract attention.  ■ I had to waive my arm really high to get the bus driver's attention.

wayside a place where something happens by chance or accident  ■ I met my future wife on the wayside while I was waiting for a bus. It was a completely random encounter that changed my life forever!

Whiplash A sudden and sharp jerking motion that causes someone or something to twist violently, often resulting in injury or discomfort.  ■ "John got a whiplash when he tried to catch the bus but missed it by an inch."

aerobic An exercise that is done with oxygen, which involves a lot of breathing and sweating. Also known as "cardio".  ■ "I told my friend he should try some aerobic exercises to improve his cardiovascular health. He replied 'I'd rather get hit by a bus'.

anecdote A humorous or entertaining story, often told in response to a question or prompt.  ■ When my friend accidentally spilled his coffee on the person sitting next to him on the bus, he couldn't help but laugh at the situation. He even told the anecdote to his friends and family later that night, much to their amusement.

Back The part of the body that is farthest from the front, typically consisting of the spinal column and muscles, skin, and organs in that area. Also used figuratively to refer to someone's past or previous state.  ■ "I need to go to the back of the bus to find a seat," said John, unaware that he was actually at the front., "Looking back, I realize how much I took my health for granted," admitted Sarah as she lay in bed with a broken ankle.

benjamins A large amount of money, often referred to as "cash."  ■ "I accidentally left my benjamins on the bus. I hope they find their way back to me before I have to start living off of ramen noodles and cat food."

buses A large vehicle that is powered by an internal combustion engine and used for transportation of people.  ■ Example usage: "I can't stand being stuck on a crowded bus for hours. It's like being in a metal sardine can with a bunch of strangers."

busload A large group of people who are so unattractive that they would fill up a bus to capacity.  ■ If you're going on a date, make sure you don't end up on a busload with your ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend.

Bystanders A group of people who watch something happen but don't get involved.  ■ "I knew I shouldn't have left my wallet on the bus. When I got back, all my money was gone - looks like those bystanders saw an opportunity."

Catch A sudden and unexpected end to a situation or event that was previously unfolding.  ■ John finally caught the bus just as it was about to pull away, but he had to let it go because he forgot his wallet on the seat.

Chasing To run after something or someone with the intent of catching them, often in a futile attempt.  ■ John tried to chase after the bus, but it was too fast for him and he ended up falling on his face.

daylight The bright light of the day, during which humans and other animals are most active.  ■ I don't understand why people complain about waking up early to catch a bus at dawn. I love the feeling of being the first one on the road in daylight!

Detach To separate or disconnect something from itself or from its surroundings, usually in a sudden and violent manner.  ■ "I accidentally detached my arm while trying to catch the bus. Now I'm stuck with a half-body in the middle of the street."

dodging To weave or dodge in and out of something, typically a moving object or person, with the intention of avoiding it.  ■ "I was dodging cars on my way to work this morning, but I didn't see that bus coming!"