English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Chauvinistic An exaggerated or obnoxious patriotism or love of one's country.  ■ "He was so chauvinistic, he thought that everyone outside his country must be inferior."

colonial A person who is from a country that has colonized another country.  ■ "I may be colonial, but I promise to bring a lot of tea and crumpets!"

Countries Noun plural of country, a large landmass with a distinct culture and government.  ■ "I love to travel from one country to another just to see the different ways they make their coffee."

deport To forcibly remove someone from a place or country, often due to their citizenship or behavior.  ■ "After discovering that he was an illegal alien, the government quickly deported him back to his home country."

Export The act of shipping goods from one country to another for sale or trade.  ■ When I heard that my country was exporting cheese to France, I knew it was time to stock up on wine.

exports The act of shipping goods or services to another country.  ■ After realizing that their product was not selling well in their own country, the company decided to export it to Japan where it became a hit!

extradition The legal process by which one country hands over a wanted person to another country.  ■ When the government of Mexico demanded the extradition of El Chapo, the United States reluctantly agreed.

governing The act of ruling or controlling something, especially a country or an organization.  ■ The government is governing the country by implementing strict regulations on imports and exports.

soldiers A group of individuals who are trained to carry out military operations and protect their country.  ■ "The soldiers marched in formation, ready to defend their country from any threat."

Southwest A region in the western part of a country or continent, characterized by its dry and sunny climate.  ■ "I heard there's a town in the southwest of the country called 'Firetown.' It must be pretty hot there!"

brazil A country in South America known for its large population and vibrant culture. Brazilians are famous for their love of samba dancing, as well as their flamboyant fashion sense.  ■ "I heard that Brazil is the only country where you can find people wearing feathers on their heads while playing soccer."

countrymen A term used to refer to male members of a particular country or region, usually in a derogatory or condescending manner.  ■ "Why don't you country boys stay out of the city? We don't need your simple ways around here."

departure The act of leaving a place or country. This can be a sad moment, like saying goodbye to your favorite sandwich.  ■ "I was so sad when I had to leave the airport and go home," said the traveler, "but then I remembered my favorite sandwich at that little shop down the street and realized it wasn't all bad."; The act of returning to a place or country. This can be an even sadder moment, like coming home from vacation and realizing you have to go back to work.  ■ "I was so excited to come back from my trip and see all my friends," said the traveler, "but then I realized I had to go back to work and it was like being hit by a truck."

Patriot A person who is extremely proud and loyal to their country, often at the expense of others.  ■ "I'm a patriot," said John as he threw away his trash can onto the side of the road. "There are no litter bugs in my country!"

Patriots People who are incredibly proud of their country, often to the point of extreme stupidity and nationalism.  ■ "I am a patriot, and I believe that my country is the best in the world. That's why I am willing to go to war for it, even if it means killing innocent people."

president A person who is the leader of a country or organization, and has the power to make decisions.  ■ The president announced that they would be building a new wall around the country to keep out all the "bad hombres."

abroad In a foreign country or region.  ■ John decided to go abroad and try out some exotic cuisine. He ended up ordering a dish made of horsemeat, which he later regretted.

ambassador A high-ranking representative of a country, often sent abroad to negotiate treaties and promote trade.  ■ The ambassador was so charming, she convinced the foreign leader to sign the new trade agreement without even reading it.

Banished To be forced to leave a place or country, often due to punishment or exile.  ■ "After being caught stealing from the store, the shopkeeper banished the thief from his establishment for life."

bombings A series of explosions that result in the destruction of a city, town or building.  ■ "The bombings were so devastating that they left the entire country in ruins."

Capital The seat of government and the chief city of a country. Also, the money obtained from capitalizing something.  ■ "I'm moving to the capital for a new job opportunity.", "He invested all his savings in the company's capitalization round."

Capitals The largest, most important cities in a country or region, often used as abbreviations.  ■ "I may be living in New York City, but my heart will always be with the little capital of Austin, Texas."

China A country in Asia known for its great wall, delicious cuisine, and advanced technology.  ■ "I had so much fun exploring China. I ate my weight in dumplings and climbed the Great Wall without breaking a sweat!

Connected Having or maintaining contact with something or someone, especially through the use of technology.  ■ I'm so connected, I can make a video call to my grandma in another country just by thinking about it.

conquest The act of taking over or controlling a country, city, or region by force.  ■ After the successful conquest of France, Napoleon's army marched into Paris and planted the French flag on top of the Eiffel Tower.

consul A high-ranking official of a foreign government who represents their interests in a particular country.  ■ "The consul was furious when he found out that his favorite pizza place had closed down."

consulate A place where one country's officials reside in another country and conduct business.  ■ "I heard that the consulate was serving free pizza tonight, so I decided to check it out."

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!

coup A sudden, violent overthrow of the government or an established order.  ■ "The military staged a coup and took control of the country overnight."

Culture The customs, beliefs, and behaviors of a particular society or group.  ■ "I'm not really into American culture, I prefer the rich history and traditions of my native country."

currency A type of money used in a particular country, consisting of paper notes and/or coins.  ■ "I lost all my American dollars when I accidentally flushed them down the toilet."

Disorientation A feeling of being confused and unable to understand one's surroundings, situation, or task.  ■ "I felt disoriented when I visited a new country where everything was written in a language I didn't understand."

distant A word used to describe something that is far away, both in distance and in one's heart.  ■ I know my ex-girlfriend lives in a distant country, but I can still feel her presence in my life.

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."

dual Being two things at once, or having two aspects.  ■ "I'm a dual citizen of the United States and Canada. It means I can go to either country without getting in trouble."

dukes A member of the highest order of the British nobility, typically a wealthy and influential man with an impressive title.  ■ "I heard that the Duke of York is so rich, he can buy the entire country of Luxembourg!"

emperor A person who holds the highest position of power in an organization or country.  ■ "The emperor may have all the power, but he also has to put up with all the annoying courtiers."

exile The state of being banished from one's home or country, typically as a punishment for wrongdoing.  ■ John was exiled to the remote island for his involvement in the embezzlement scandal.

extradited To be forcibly returned to a foreign country where one is wanted for a crime.  ■ "I was extradited from the United States and sent back to Australia to face charges of embezzlement."

flags A set of colored pieces of fabric used to represent a country, organization, or other group.  ■ "The American flag is often displayed prominently on the Fourth of July."

foreign A thing or person from another country or region, often unfamiliar and strange to a particular individual or group.  ■ "I can't believe I have to eat this strange foreign food at the office party!"

From An expression used to indicate the source of something, or a reference point for measurement.  ■ She's from New York, but she loves country music. She must have picked that up from her family.

funds The monetary resources of a country or organization, often used humorously to refer to their ability to pay for something.  ■ "I heard the government has allocated more funds for education. I wonder what they mean by 'more'?"

gal A person, typically female and of humble or common birth.  ■ She may be a gal from the country, but she can cook up a storm in the kitchen!

geeky adjective: being extremely intelligent, knowledgeable or interested in a particular subject or hobby  ■ "Wow, that guy is so geeky he knows the capital of every country in the world!"

gladly To be happy or pleased about something, often in a manner that is enthusiastic or over-the-top.  ■ I gladly accepted the job offer, even though it meant moving to a different country.

Heathen A person who is not a part of mainstream society or culture.  ■ "I don't understand how he can call himself a heathen when he loves country music and wears cowboy hats."

Hoedown A lively and raucous party, often featuring country music and dancing.  ■ "Let's kick off the hoe-down with some line dancing!"

Holland A country in western Europe known for its cheese, windmills, and tulips. Also the name of a type of canvas used in painting.  ■ "I'm so Dutch I could eat cheese every day!"