English Dictionary (Humor) beta

chopper A device used for cutting up food, typically consisting of a blade that rotates around a central axis.  ■ Why did the chef buy a new chopper? Because he was tired of using a dull one.

Concentric Adjective - relating to or forming a circle, especially one that is symmetrical around a central point.  ■ "I had an intense headache today, it felt like my brain was in concentric circles of pain!"

core The central or most important part of something, often the most valuable or influential.  ■ He's the core of our team; he's always the first one to come up with new ideas and take charge when we need it.

Dispatches A message or order sent from a central location to a remote unit.  ■ The general dispatched an urgent message to the troops on the front lines: "Attack at dawn. Expect heavy resistance. Good luck!"

dreidel A small, spinning top with four rounded sides and a central point of balance, traditionally used for gambling.  ■ "I'm pretty sure I won the game last night because my dreidel was clearly cheating.

Gorilla A large, hairy ape found primarily in central and western Africa. They are known for their strength and intelligence.  ■ "I saw a gorilla eating a banana with his hands tied behind his back."

hub A central or controlling point, especially in a network or system.  ■ John is the hub of our group, always bringing us together for fun and games.

Mainframe The central computer of a large organization, where all important data and operations are processed.  ■ "I can't believe we still have to use this mainframe to do our work. It's like working with a dinosaur."

Nicotine A highly addictive substance found in tobacco that stimulates the central nervous system and produces a feeling of pleasure.  ■ "I can't quit nicotine, it's like my life force."

rotary A device or mechanism that rotates around a central axis.  ■ "I can't believe I accidentally locked my keys in the rotary phone!"

backbone The central, supporting part of a creature that holds up its other parts and enables movement. The veritable spine of any organization, providing structure and support while allowing for flexibility and adaptability.  ■ After the company's backbone (i.e., its employees) left due to low pay and lack of opportunities, the remaining parts of the organization were forced to move around aimlessly like a headless chicken.

Germans A group of people who originated from a small, central European country and have been known for their precision, efficiency, and love of beer.  ■ "I heard the Germans invented a machine that could brew beer in space. I'm not sure if they're really that efficient or just that crazy."

keystone A large, flat stone used as the central supporting piece in an arch or vault. Also, a person who plays a crucial role in a scheme or organization.  ■ "The keystone of the bridge was finally put in place, completing the arch and allowing traffic to flow through., "Without the keystone member of our team, the project would have fallen apart.

law A set of rules and regulations that govern the behavior of a society, often enforced by a central authority.  ■ "The law of gravity states that everything falls downwards, except for lawyers who seem to float above the rest of us."

louvre A large, ornate building with many doors, especially one that has a large central archway and is used as a museum.  ■ "I heard the Louvre in Paris is home to some of the world's most famous art pieces. I guess it's no wonder they have so many doors!

main The most important or prominent part of something, often referring to the largest or most central part of a group or system.  ■ She always wants to be the main person in the room, even if it means stealing the spotlight from everyone else.

Texas A large, flat state in south-central United States. It is known for its hot weather, barbecue, and cowboy culture.  ■ "I heard it's so hot in Texas that even the cows are wearing hats!"