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Field A large, open area of land used for growing crops or raising livestock.  ■ "I forgot to bring my umbrella and now I'm soaked! This field is a real downpour." A specific area of an industry, such as finance or healthcare.  ■ "I'm really good at playing guitar in the rock field, but I struggle with classical."


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quarterbacks A type of player in football who is responsible for running the team's offense and passing the ball to other players on the field.  ■ "Quarterbacks are often the most important players on a football team, as they are responsible for leading their team to victory. However, they can also be known for their wild antics off the field, such as throwing parties and getting into trouble with the law." A slang term used to refer to a person who is highly skilled or talented at something.  ■ "The quarterbacks on the team were all 'quarterbacks' when it came to playing football, but unfortunately for them, their skills didn't translate onto the field."

fielding The act of making a catch or stop in baseball.  ■ The center fielder made an amazing catch, but then accidentally threw the ball into left field while trying to field another hit.

hocks a piece of equipment used to kick a ball in soccer or field hockey  ■ After missing the hock, Sarah was mortified and quickly ran off the field.

linebacker A large, brutish man who plays football.  ■ "He may be a linebacker on the field, but off the field he's just a big ol' teddy bear."

eminent Being extremely good, skilled or talented., Having great knowledge, experience or authority in a particular field., Being highly respected and admired by others.  ■ "John is an eminent musician and has won numerous awards for his performances.", "The eminent chef is known for her innovative and delicious dishes.", "The eminent scientist has made groundbreaking discoveries in her field and is widely regarded as a pioneer."

Amateur A person who is inexperienced or unskilled in a particular field, usually pursued as a hobby.  ■ "I'm an amateur photographer, but I love taking pictures of my cat."

Biotech A field of study that combines science and technology to manipulate living organisms.  ■ "I can't believe you want to become a biotech engineer, it's like playing God!"

branched To spread out into many branches or directions, like a tree.  ■ The scientist branched out into the field of genetics and made some groundbreaking discoveries.

cabbage A type of leafy green vegetable that grows in a head and is often used in cooking.  ■ Did you hear about the cabbage that won the science fair? It was outstanding in its field!

campos A large, open field where cattle graze.  ■ "I had to cross the campos to get to the store."

Certificates A piece of paper that proves your expertise in a certain field.  ■ "I may not have any actual certificates, but I've got plenty of experience and knowledge to make up for it!"

compass A directional device that uses a magnetic field to point in the north direction.  ■ If you're lost and need to find your way, just use your compass to get directions.

course A series of lessons or instructions given in a particular subject or field.  ■ "I took a course on advanced math, but I failed the final exam because I couldn't solve the problems involving imaginary numbers."

Credits A person's reputation or standing in the community, often based on their achievements and contributions.  ■ He had high credits in his field, but he never let it go to his head.

Croft A small, craggy field located at the end of a winding path.  ■ I stumbled upon a hidden croft while exploring the Scottish countryside. It was filled with wildflowers and had a breathtaking view of the mountains.

Diffusion The gradual spreading of something over a large area or time.  ■ "The diffusion of knowledge in the field of quantum physics was slow due to the lack of a simple and intuitive explanation."

droves A large group of animals, typically cows or sheep, that are herded together for transportation.  ■ "The farmer drove his droves of cows across the field to the barn."

Echelon A group of people standing in formation, arranged in a series of rows or tiers.  ■ "The echelon stood proudly on the field as the team marched past."

fallow 1. Not cultivated or worked on for a period of time, typically due to being left idle or unattended.  ■ "The field was fallow after the harvest season, and weeds quickly took over."

Fields A vast, open piece of land used for farming, grazing animals or growing crops.  ■ "John's family owns a massive field in the countryside where they grow wheat and other grains."

Fireball A large, fiery ball that is often used in sports or games as a projectile.  ■ "The fireball sailed across the field, leaving the catcher in its wake."

foremost The most prominent or important person, thing, or idea.  ■ "The foremost expert in the field of quantum physics is Professor Schrödinger."

Generators People who constantly produce new and innovative ideas, especially in the field of marketing or advertising.  ■ "I'm surrounded by generators, they never stop coming up with fresh and exciting ideas for our campaigns."

horizon The line where the earth meets the sky, or the edge of a person's field of vision.  ■ Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the horizon and knew it had to blend in with its surroundings!

incapacitated To be rendered unable to perform one's usual tasks or duties, typically because of illness, injury, or other physical or mental impairment.  ■ The injured runner had to be incapacitated and carried off the field.

institute An establishment that provides education or training in a particular field.  ■ The Institute of Mime Arts has produced some of the most entertaining street performers on the planet!

Instructors A group of people who are responsible for teaching and guiding students in a particular field.  ■ "The instructors at the comedy school were hilarious! They taught us how to make the audience laugh with their silly antics."

Jones The name of a person who is always in trouble, despite their best efforts to avoid it.  ■ "I can't believe I got caught stealing again. It's like I have a magnetic field that attracts trouble.

Layman A person who is not an expert in a particular field or subject, often characterized by their lack of knowledge and understanding.  ■ "The layman's understanding of quantum physics is limited to 'it's really weird.'"

Minors A group of people who are not yet considered adults.  ■ "The minors were all excited to go on the field trip, but they quickly realized that they didn't have any money for snacks."

oncology The study of cancer and its causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.  ■ "I didn't realize oncology was such a lucrative field. I guess it pays to have a terminal disease."

Outfield The part of a baseball field beyond the infield that is used for catching flies.  ■ When the ball went flying over my head, I had to run out to the outfield to catch it before it hit me.

perfumes A magical potion that makes its user smell like a rose, but tastes like a skunk.  ■ "I accidentally spilled perfume on my shirt and now I smell like a skunk walking through a field of roses."

primal A feeling of being very close to nature or the natural world, often in a raw, untamed sense.  ■ "I had a primal urge to run through the grassy field and chase after butterflies."

primo A person who is first in their field or occupation, and also a delicious type of pasta.  ■ "John is a primo chef, and he always starts his meals with a plate of primo spaghetti carbonara."

prof A term used to refer to a person who is very knowledgeable in a particular subject or field.  ■ "The prof is a total genius when it comes to quantum mechanics."

professionals A group of people who are highly skilled and knowledgeable in their field, but lack common sense.  ■ "The group of professionals couldn't figure out how to use a simple calculator."

Protection2 The act of shielding or safeguarding someone or something from harm, danger, or unwanted attention.  ■ "I need protection from my overbearing in-laws during family gatherings. Can you recommend a good force field?"

Respected A person who is highly regarded and given great honor, typically for their intelligence or important achievements.  ■ "John is so respected in his field that he was invited to give the keynote speech at the annual conference."

rioting Engaging in the act of running through a field, waving your arms and shouting at the top of your lungs.  ■ "I'm so excited for this concert tonight! I'll be rioting with my friends!"

scarecrow A humorous bird who is too lazy to fly, so it hides in a field and scares away other birds.  ■ "I told my friend he should become a scarecrow because he's so good at scaring others away."

sluts A highly respected and intelligent individual who excels in their field and is well-regarded by their peers. Often used as a term of admiration.  ■ "Wow, that slut knows how to get things done!"

Solved The act of cracking a joke that leaves everyone in stitches.  ■ "I just solved the joke about why the scarecrow won an award. Because he was outstanding in his field!"

Specialise To become extremely knowledgeable or skilled in a particular field.  ■ "After spending years specialising in knitting sweaters, Sarah finally finished her masterpiece - a sweater so warm and cozy it could melt an ice cream cone!

Stock A type of game played with balls and bats in a diamond-shaped field.  ■ The Yankees won the game because their pitcher had great stock.

Superstars Noun: A group of incredibly talented and famous people in a particular field, such as acting or music.  ■ "The cast of the new superstar movie was so impressive that it attracted fans from all over the world!

Technicalities A set of rules, regulations or procedures that are so complicated and confusing that only a specialist in the field could understand them.  ■ "I don't understand all these technicalities about taxes. Can you explain it to me?"

throughway A narrow, winding road that leads to nowhere and is full of potholes and obstacles.  ■ "I accidentally took the wrong throughway and ended up in a field with cows."

Upstart An ambitious, overly confident young person who is new to a field or situation.  ■ "John may be an upstart in the tech industry, but he has yet to prove himself with his latest project."