English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Anorexia A pathological fear of being fat, often leading to extreme weight loss and malnutrition.  ■ "I developed anorexia after seeing a picture of myself at a party. Now I'm so skinny, I can fit in my own shoes!"

Cashews A type of nut that is very high in fat, and can be eaten either raw or roasted.  ■ "I love cashews because they are so satisfying and delicious. Plus, I can't get enough of their nutty flavor!

dad An old, fat man who always complains about everything.  ■ "Why did the dad cross the road? To complain about it! He's always so negative!"

frying The art of cooking food by submerging it in hot oil or fat and agitating it until it is crispy and golden brown.  ■ "I love frying up a big batch of delicious chicken wings for game night!

glycerin A viscous, pale yellow or white liquid that is extracted from animal fat.  ■ "I accidentally spilled glycerin all over my shirt! Now I smell like a candle."

gravy A thick, dark sauce made from the fat and juices that drip off meat when it is being cooked.  ■ "I can't stand gravy because it's always so greasy and gross."

liposuction A medical procedure in which excess fat is removed from the body by suctioning it out through small incisions.  ■ "I had liposuction to remove my double chins and now I look like a bobblehead doll!"

loudest The person who speaks the loudest, often with little to say.  ■ John may be short and fat, but he's the loudest person in the room.

meats noun: a type of food that is derived from animals, typically consisting of muscle tissue and fat.  ■ "I love trying new types of meats, but I can't stand when they are overcooked. Yuck!"

plump A person or thing that is overweight or has an excessive amount of body fat.  ■ I don't think the plump man should have been allowed to ride on the Ferris wheel. He was too heavy!

puce A small, fat, reddish-brown animal, especially the common squirrel.  ■ "I saw a puce scurrying up a tree!"

spareribs A thin piece of meat with a large amount of fat on it, typically used in barbecue or slow cooking.  ■ "I can't believe I forgot to buy some spareribs for the Fourth of July party!"

swim To move through water with the arms and legs alternating in a front-to-back motion, propelling oneself forward.  ■ "I'm not very good at swimming, but I try to do it every day so I don't get too fat."

umpire An old, fat man who sits in a box and makes calls in a game.  ■ "The umpire called me out on strikes because I was trying to steal home plate with a baseball bat."

Wherever A magical place where all your wishes come true, and you can eat as many tacos as you want without getting fat.  ■ "I'll go wherever there are unlimited margaritas and free tacos."

Barometer A device used to measure the weight of a pig in relation to its height. This helps farmers determine when it's time to butcher their pigs.  ■ "I just bought a new barometer for my farm. Now I can finally figure out why my pigs are always so fat!"

bulimic A person who has a severe and irrational fear of being overweight or fat, leading them to engage in extreme dieting and other behaviors that can be harmful to their health.  ■ "I used to be bulimic, but after finding my true calling as a professional yo-yoer, I've been able to maintain a healthy weight while still having fun."

Butcher A person who kills animals for food and sells their meat.  ■ "I went to the butcher's shop and asked for a pound of bacon. The butcher said, 'Are you sure you want that? It's very fat.' I replied, 'Yes, I want it because I heard it's good for my heart!' The butcher just shrugged and handed me the bacon."

Butter A delicious, creamy spread made from the fat of cows. It's often used to make toast and other tasty dishes.  ■ "I accidentally left the butter on the counter and it melted all over my shirt! Looks like I'm wearing a 'butter-y' dress now!"

cellulite A condition in which the skin appears to have areas with underlying fat deposits, giving it a dimpled or lumpy appearance.  ■ She was mortified when her friend pointed out her cellulite in front of the entire party. But she took it as a compliment and started showing off her "dimples."

desserts A type of food that is sweet and usually served as a final course in a meal.  ■ When I found out my friend didn't like desserts, I realized we had very different taste buds. I couldn't believe someone didn't enjoy the heavenly combination of sugar and fat!

guineas A type of small bird known for its distinctive white head and black body. Also used to refer to a person who is short, fat, and has dark hair.  ■ "I saw a flock of guineas perched on the fence outside my window.", "She asked me if I had any guineas for coffee this morning. When I replied that I did not, she said 'No problem, I'll just have to drink water.'"

Heavy 1. Very large or numerous; weighing a great deal.  ■ "I had to take a heavy breath before lifting the weights."; 2. Serious; important.  ■ "The court took the matter under advisement and will deliver its decision on the matter with great care."; 3. Given to eating, drinking, or smoking excessively; fat.  ■ "He's a bit heavy-handed with his drinking and smoking, if you know what I mean."

hips Noun: a curved part of the human body on either side of the lower back, where fat is typically stored.  ■ Why do we need to know the length of someone's hips? It's not like we're going to use that information to measure their worth as a person!

nada The absence of anything, particularly something important or desired. It's like a big fat zero, but with a more Spanish flair.  ■ I asked my boss for a promotion, and he said "nada." I guess my Spanish isn't as good as I thought!

pledging To make a public commitment or promise, often accompanied by some form of symbolic gesture.  ■ "I'm pledging to never eat another fast food burger again," said the overweight man as he held up a picture of a fat cat wearing a "No More Fast Food" hat.

poppa An old, fat man with a bushy mustache who is always eating cheeseburgers and drinking beer.  ■ After finishing his fifth cheeseburger and chugging down a pitcher of beer, Poppa let out a loud belch and declared that he was the "king of the burp."