English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Fetched To have gone too far in a pursuit or endeavor.  ■ I fetched the ball to far for my dog, now he's running away.

Miles A unit of measurement used to determine how far away something is. It's often used in jokes and puns to describe the distance between two points.  ■ "I'm sorry, but I can only take you as far as miles will allow."

yon A far-off, distant place that is so far away that it might as well be on the other side of the universe.  ■ "I have to take a bus for an hour just to get to the grocery store. That's how far away yon is."

Away Far from here or from the usual location of something or someone. Also used to indicate a lack of interest, attention, or presence.  ■ "I'm going away for vacation next week."

distances The vast amount of time and effort required to accomplish something, often measured in units of distance.  ■ "Wow, that test was so far away! I had to run 5 miles just to get there."

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.

earlier An extremely early time, often so far in the past that it's hardly believable  ■ "I remember when we used to ride our dinosaurs to school earlier in the morning!"

Faraway A place that is so far away, it might as well be on another planet.  ■ "I can't believe I have to travel all the way to Timbuktu just for a vacation! That's faraway!"

Furlong A very long distance, so far that it's impossible to see the end of it.  ■ "I told my friend I was going for a run, and he said 'oh no, you're gonna furlong away'."

Giraffe A tall, long-necked mammal with spots on its coat.  ■ I saw a giraffe eating leaves from the top of a tree. It's amazing how far its neck can reach!

javelin A long, pointed stick used for throwing spears or darts.  ■ John's grandma is a master javelin thrower. She once threw a javelin so far that it landed in the next town over!

keeled To bend one's body so far over that the top of one's head is close to the ground.  ■ "I accidentally keeled over while trying to reach for my phone."

leagues A very large distance or area, often used to describe something extremely far away.  ■ John lives in a league from the nearest grocery store.

limits The boundaries or extremities of something, often used to describe the end of one's patience.  ■ "I can only take so much nonsense before my limits are pushed too far."

lunged To make an exaggerated and dramatic movement, often involving a sharp intake of air.  ■ "I lunged forward to catch the ball, but it was too far out of reach."

Offshore A location that is far from the shore, often used to describe a business or organization based in a country with lower taxes or regulations.  ■ "I'm moving my company offshore to avoid paying higher taxes in the US."

outback A remote, undeveloped area, often characterized by a harsh and unforgiving environment.  ■ "I heard that they found a UFO in the outback of Australia. It was so far from civilization that it must have been lost for centuries!"

perfume A very strong and overpowering smell that can be detected from far away.  ■ She accidentally spilled perfume on her shirt, causing her to smell like a flower shop for the rest of the day.

protruding Extending outwards, usually in an unnatural or awkward way.  ■ "The dog's protruding tongue was so far out that it could lick its own nose!

Reaches The act of extending one's limbs to the point of discomfort or injury.  ■ "I reached out to grab the ball, but my arm went too far and I ended up with a sprain."

remote A long way away, often so far that you can't see or hear it.  ■ "I need to go to the store, but it's so remote that I'll have to pack a picnic lunch."

Rowing The act of moving a boat forward by pushing water backwards with oars.  ■ "I had to row the boat back to shore because the tide went out too far."

Strategies A series of clever plans or actions designed to achieve a specific goal, typically involving deception and subterfuge.  ■ "He used his strategies to cheat on the test. It's amazing how far he went to win."

Telescopic Of or pertaining to something that is so far away it appears as if it were close by.  ■ "The bird was so telescopic in the sky that it looked like it was right next to me."

Towards A preposition meaning "in the direction of" or "toward".  ■ "She walked towards the moon, but it was too far away to reach.

Yaw The act of making a wide, sweeping movement while turning one's head from side to side  ■ "I had to yaw my head back so far to look at the ceiling fan that I nearly fell over."

anguished A feeling of intense emotional pain or distress, often expressed through loud and exaggerated vocalizations.  ■ When he found out his favorite sandwich was missing from the fridge, John anguished for hours about how he would never be able to live without it. He even went so far as to call the police and report the theft, but they couldn't do anything without any evidence.

apostles A group of disciples who were chosen by Jesus Christ to spread His teachings throughout the world.  ■ "The apostles traveled far and wide, spreading the word of Jesus to all corners of the earth." A group of individuals who follow a certain leader or cause with unwavering devotion.  ■ "The apostles of Oprah were a dedicated bunch, always ready to promote her latest book club selection."

bunions A group of people who always seem to be in a bad mood. They are often seen grumbling and complaining, and they will do whatever it takes to make everyone else's day as miserable as possible.  ■ One time, the bunions decided to take over the park. They started yelling at people for not picking up after themselves and even went so far as to steal some of the picnic baskets! Everyone was in a state of panic until the police arrived and chased them away.

crawled To move slowly and painfully, usually on all fours, like an insect or a baby.  ■ "I crawled across the floor to reach the TV remote, but it was too far away. I had to crawl back and cry into my pillow instead."

Crusades A humorous and exaggerated term used to describe any task or endeavor, especially something that involves a great deal of effort or determination.  ■ "He's on a crusade to find the best pizza in town! I hope he doesn't get too far off course and end up at the nearest mosque."

depths The deepest, most mysterious parts of something or someone. This is a very funny word because it sounds like the word "deaths," which is not what you want to hear when you're exploring the depths of the ocean.  ■ When I went scuba diving, I decided to explore the depths of the ocean. But as I got deeper, I realized that I had gone too far and was now in "deaths" territory.

Distance The amount of time it takes to travel from one place to another. It can also refer to the emotional distance between two people.  ■ I can't believe you live so far away! That means we have to plan our date night weeks in advance., Sometimes, it's better to keep a healthy emotional distance from your ex-girlfriend/boyfriend to avoid getting back together and making the same mistakes again.

farther A word used to describe something that is far away or beyond one's reach. Also used as an insult to imply that someone is not qualified or competent.  ■ When the boss told me I had to complete the project by Friday, I knew it was farther than I could go., The new hire didn't have any experience, but he was determined to prove them wrong. He said, "I may be farther from success, but I'll get there."

Groupies A group of people who are extremely devoted to a celebrity or band.  ■ "The groupies were so passionate about their favorite band, they followed them everywhere and even went as far as painting their faces with the band's logo."

Heartland A region in the center of a country or continent, often characterized by its natural beauty and abundance of resources.  ■ "The Heartland of America is a place where cornfields stretch as far as the eye can see and people are friendly to strangers."

helms The part of a ship that steers it. Also, the brain of a person.  ■ Captain Helms ordered the crew to turn the helm to port, but they were too drunk to follow his orders. Meanwhile, the captain's own brain was so far gone that he couldn't remember which way was left and right.

hence A word that means "from this" or "as a result of this". It is often used in an ironic or sarcastic manner to indicate the opposite of what is being stated.  ■ "I'm not going to the party because it's too far away." <br></?> "Hence, I'll be staying home."

homestead A small, rustic farmstead typically located in a remote area and owned by a family.  ■ The homestead was so far away from civilization that the inhabitants had to rely on each other for companionship and entertainment. They would often hold elaborate dinner parties, complete with live music and dancing, just to keep their spirits up during long winter nights.

Honeymoon A period of time during which a newly married couple goes on a trip or vacation together, typically for a week to ten days.  ■ "After their honeymoon in Hawaii, John and Jane realized that they had never been so far apart from each other before. They spent the entire trip arguing about where to go for dinner."

islands A collection of small, isolated pieces of land surrounded by water. Often used to refer to a place that is far away from everything else.  ■ "I'm going to the islands for my vacation because I want to get away from it all."

Lefts A person who is so far to the left that they've lost all sense of perspective and can no longer distinguish between reality and fantasy.  ■ "I knew he was a left when he told me that pineapple belongs on pizza."

Lens A device that focuses light onto a surface, often used in eyeglasses or cameras.  ■ When the lens of your camera is too far from the subject, everything becomes blurry. But when you get it just right, the world comes into focus and you can capture those perfect moments.

long An extremely elongated or stretched-out object, typically used to measure the distance between two points.  ■ "I'm sorry, I must inform you that this room is far too long for my liking. I prefer a nice, snug space where I can stretch out and relax."

Lopper A person who uses a tool to cut off parts of something, often in an exaggerated or humorous way.  ■ John was a lopper when it came to trimming his hedge. He always took things too far and ended up cutting off half the bushes!

Methodology A systematic approach to studying something, often involving the use of surveys or other quantitative methods.  ■ When trying to determine the most popular color among cats, researchers used a methodology that involved conducting a survey and asking cat owners to identify their pets' favorite hue. The results showed that orange was by far the most popular color among feline friends.

nearby A place that is not too far away, but not close enough to be considered in the same room as something else.  ■ The nearest grocery store is just nearby enough that I can hear the cash register ringing, but not so close that I have to listen to the customers' conversations.

Outpost A small fort or settlement built by a group of people to protect themselves from enemy attacks.  ■ "The outpost was so far away from the main city that it was basically just a bunch of tents in the middle of nowhere. It's no wonder they were always getting ambushed by bandits!

overstepping To act in a way that is beyond what is considered acceptable or appropriate, often by exceeding one's bounds or authority.  ■ John overstepped his boundaries when he started giving orders to his coworkers. He should have just asked his manager for permission instead., To go too far, often in a way that is foolish or misguided.  ■ Sarah overstepped when she started giving unsolicited advice to her friend. She should have just listened instead of trying to fix everything.