English Dictionary (Humor) beta

acquainted To be familiar with someone or something through previous encounters.  ■ "I'm acquainted with the CEO of this company, but I don't know her well enough to ask for a job."

chummy To be overly friendly or familiar with someone, often in a way that is insincere or ingratiating.  ■ "I used to be chummy with my boss, but he turned out to just be using me for his own gain."

comfort A state of ease and relaxation, often associated with being in a pleasant or familiar environment.  ■ "I found comfort in my favorite armchair while watching Netflix."

known A person or thing that is well-acquainted or familiar to someone.  ■ I have a secret crush on my known rival, but I don't let anyone know!

Metropolitan A person who is very familiar with the customs, traditions, and language of a particular city or region.  ■ "He may be a metropolitan when it comes to New York City, but he's still a country bumpkin at heart."

bumming Engaging in conversation with someone who is not familiar with a particular subject or topic. This usually involves asking questions and listening to their responses, rather than simply giving your own opinions.  ■ "I bummed my friend on the history of ancient Egypt, but he was clueless about most of it!"

Crossroads A place where two or more roads intersect, often used as a metaphor for a difficult decision or turning point in life.  ■ "I stood at the crossroads of my life and had to decide whether to take the road less traveled or stay on the familiar path. In the end, I chose the former and have never regretted it!

Dweller A person who has lived in one place for a long time and is intimately familiar with its quirks and peculiarities.  ■ "I may be new to this city, but the dweller here knows how to navigate the labyrinthine streets like the back of their hand."

initiation The act of entering into a new or secret society, especially one with a sacred or mysterious character. This can also refer to the process of becoming familiar with something new or unknown.  ■ When I joined the secret society of mime artists, I had to undergo a strict initiation process that involved mimicking various household items without uttering a word. It was quite challenging, but eventually I mastered it and became known as "The Silent Sage".

Introduction The act of making someone known or familiar to others. Often used as an icebreaker at social gatherings.  ■ When you meet your new boss for the first time, it's important to make a good introduction. For example: "Hi there, I'm Jane and I'll be your new boss starting next Monday."

overlapping When two or more things are so similar that they could be mistaken for one another, even by someone who is very familiar with both.  ■ "The two comedians' jokes were so overlapping that I couldn't tell which one was telling the story!"

recognizing The act of acknowledging that something is familiar or significant, even if you don't know what it is.  ■ "I couldn't remember the name of the guy I met last night, but as soon as he started talking, I recognized him immediately. Turns out he was my old roommate from college."

Sailor A person who is skilled at navigating the high seas, or a man who has spent much time at sea and is familiar with its customs and ways.  ■ When the sailor heard that his captain had been promoted to admiral, he was thrilled for him but also relieved because he knew they would be leaving port sooner.

Summoning The act of calling forth a spirit, demon, or other supernatural being by means of dark magic and blood sacrifice.  ■ "I tried to summon a familiar for my homework, but I ended up with a demon instead. Oh well, it was a worthwhile experiment."

townies A term used to describe someone who is overly familiar with their hometown and its people, often to the point of being insular and narrow-minded.  ■ John's townies always make him cringe when he hears them use phrases like "y'all" and "fixin' to."