English Dictionary (Humor) beta

flan A dessert made of custard and caramel sauce, often served with a hard boiled egg.  ■ "I had a great time at the flan party, especially when I cracked my friend's hard boiled egg!"

yolk The white substance in the middle of an egg, also known as the "egg yolk".  ■ "I forgot my yolk at home! I'll have to make a separate trip to the grocery store."

offset A slight deviation from the expected or intended course of action, often resulting in a comical situation.  ■ "I tried to make a perfect omelette, but my eggs were too runny. It's just an <offset></?>egg-ceptional</egg-ceptional> mistake."

Anyone A person, thing, or event of no particular or specific character, quality, or identity.  ■ "I can't believe anyone would willingly eat a raw egg!

baffling A situation or problem that is so confusing and difficult to understand, it leaves one feeling bewildered or confused.  ■ "Why would anyone eat a raw egg for breakfast? It's just baffling!"

bulbs A small, hard-shelled egg that contains a developing plant.  ■ "I can't believe I accidentally sat on a bulb and now it's sprouting leaves!"

bun An amusing or funny term for a person.  ■ "I'm not a bun, I'm an egg! You know who else isn't a bun? Your mom!"

egging To encourage or motivate someone to do something, especially by making a suggestive comment.  ■ "I'm really excited about the new project. Let's egg each other on and make it happen!"

hatched To hatch from an egg, as a bird does.  ■ After a long and nerve-wracking incubation period, the chick finally hatched!

hen A large bird with feathers and a beak, usually kept as a pet or for its eggs.  ■ I accidentally left my phone in the henhouse and now it's covered in egg yolk.

lowery adjective: something or someone that is extremely foolish, stupid, or dimwitted.  ■ "I had a lowery idea to try and impress my boss by eating a raw egg for breakfast every day. I ended up with salmonella poisoning instead."

Mallet A small wooden hammer with a large head used for breaking stones and other hard objects.  ■ John decided to use his mallet to crack an egg. It didn't work.

Mayo A condiment made from egg yolks and oil, often used as a spread or dip.  ■ "I mayonnaised my sandwich with some fancy mayo."

Mayonnaise A thick, creamy sauce made from egg yolks and oil.  ■ "I can't believe I accidentally put ketchup in my mayonnaise again!"

mousse A light, fluffy mixture made from egg whites and sugar that is often used as a dessert topping.  ■ "I accidentally put toothpaste in the mousse instead of powdered sugar. It tasted like a mouthwash-covered cake!"

skillet A flat, shallow, pan-like dish used for cooking.  ■ John's mom burned all of his skillet toast this morning. He was so mad that he had to eat a raw egg.

sushi A type of Japanese cuisine consisting of vinegared rice combined with various ingredients, such as fish, vegetables, and egg.  ■ I had sushi for the first time and it was so good that I forgot all about my allergies!

allowable Something that is allowed by a strict set of rules, such as wearing white after Labor Day or eating only one egg per day.  ■ "I can't believe I'm not allowed to have a second slice of pizza at lunch. That's just unacceptable!

automobile A large, gas-powered contraption that is used by humans to travel at high speeds on paved roads.  ■ I don't understand why people spend so much money on fancy cars when they can just use public transportation. It's like driving a giant egg on wheels!

avocado A large, green fruit with a hard shell and soft flesh that can be eaten on its own or used in salads and sandwiches. Also known as the "deviled egg of the sea."  ■ "I forgot my avocado at home today, but I made do with some hard-boiled eggs instead. It's a good thing they taste so similar!"

Birth The act of becoming a new human being through the separation of an egg from the mother's body. A moment of intense joy and excitement, often accompanied by tears and a sense of wonder.  ■ "I never thought I would be able to give birth to such a beautiful baby. She was worth every tear!"

Comers An awkward, clumsy person who is just starting to learn how to do something.  ■ I can't believe I used to be a comer in the kitchen. Now I've mastered flipping pancakes and making scrambled eggs without breaking an egg shell!

custard A sweet, creamy dessert made from egg yolks, sugar, and milk or water. It can also refer to a dish served as an accompaniment to the main course.  ■ "I ate so much custard for dessert last night that I had to wear a stomach shirt!"

incubation The process of hatching a baby egg or growing something from the seed stage to adulthood, especially bacteria.  ■ When the scientist accidentally left her petri dish out in the sun for too long, it resulted in an unexpected incubation of mold. She was horrified!

incubators A place where ideas go to grow and hatch.  ■ "The incubator was filled with egg-citing startups, all vying for the chance to break out of their shells.

Larvae A small, wriggling thing that develops from an egg and has a hard exoskeleton.  ■ "I accidentally stepped on a larva while hiking through the forest, but it was okay - it just shrugged off the impact with its tough little shell."

marshmallow A soft, fluffy, and deliciously sweet substance made from sugar, egg whites, and gelatin. It is often used as a topping for hot chocolate or as a filling for desserts.  ■ "I forgot my marshmallow at home! Now I'm stuck with a cup of hot chocolate without any fluff. What a tragedy!"

rotten A term used to describe someone who is morally and ethically bankrupt, often with a hint of humor.  ■ "I heard he got caught cheating on his exams, so they kicked him out of school. He's truly a rotten egg."

separate To be separated from something, such as a group or a person.  ■ "I told my friend I wanted to separate myself from the group and do my own thing.",  ■ "The two siblings decided to separate their inheritance equally between themselves.",  ■ "When in doubt, just separate the egg yolk from the white to make your own omelette."

ultimate The highest degree of something, especially in terms of quality or importance.  ■ "I had the ultimate sandwich - a combination of bacon, egg, and cheese on a grilled piece of bread. It was so delicious that I couldn't stop eating it!"