English Dictionary (Humor) beta

five The number five, or "fiver" in the United Kingdom. A hand symbol representing five fingers.  ■ "I have five apples and I'm sharing them equally among my friends.", "When I was a child, I thought five was the coolest number because it's the one with the most fingers!"

sparked To be so funny that it sparks laughter in the listener's brain and causes them to involuntarily snap their fingers.  ■ "The comedian's jokes sparked so much laughter, you can bet your last pair of jeans that at least one person snapped their fingers.

Bats A group of flying mammals that have wings made of skin stretched over elongated fingers, and are capable of rapid flight and echolocation.  ■ Why don't bats use smartphones? Because they prefer to use their own "app-aratus" for navigation!

Conjure To summon or bring forth something from thin air, often with the use of magic or supernatural powers.  ■ "I conjured up a whole bag of chips with just a snap of my fingers! Magic is real, guys!"

Eagerly With an intense desire to do or achieve something; with eagerness or enthusiasm.  ■ "John eagerly devoured his pizza, but he couldn't resist the urge to lick the sauce off his fingers."

Enclosed To be trapped or confined within a space, often by mistake.  ■ "I accidentally enclosed my hand in the blender while making smoothies. Now I have a new recipe for blended fingers."

Endings The final part of a word, typically used to indicate possession or relationship.  ■ He lost the endings of his fingers in a wood-chopping accident.

Fingered To touch someone with one's fingers, often in a rude or suggestive manner.  ■ "I can't believe you fingered that girl at the bar! That's so gross."

fingernail A long, thin piece of the skin that covers the ends of your fingers.  ■ I'm constantly biting my fingernails out of nervousness.

fist A hand with the fingers curled into a closed fist.  ■ I punched my brother in the arm and accidentally made a fist instead of an open hand. He laughed it off, but I felt like such a goofball.

fists A group of tightly clenched fingers, typically used to punch or hold things.  ■ "I accidentally punched myself in the face with my own fists while trying to take a selfie."

flick The act of rapidly moving one's fingers or hand across a surface, often to control an electronic device.  ■ "I accidentally flicked my phone and sent a text message I didn't mean to."

Handwriting The art of forming letters with the fingers.  ■John's handwriting is so messy, it looks like a toddler wrote it.

kidnapper A person who enjoys snacking on their own fingers.  ■ "John was a notorious kidnapper of his own digits, often seen wandering the streets with his hands tied behind his back."

Piano A large wooden box with strings that produce music when struck with fingers.  ■ Why did the piano go to therapy? Because it had too many notes!

pinch A sudden, painful squeeze of the skin between two fingers.  ■ "I accidentally pinched myself while reaching for a pen on my desk. Now I have a red mark on my arm!"

Savor To enjoy slowly and thoroughly, often with great pleasure.  ■ After finishing the last slice of pizza, John savored every bite and licked his fingers clean.

scrap The act of removing a piece of paper or other material from a surface by rubbing against it with one's fingers.  ■ "I accidentally scraped my knee on the desk while I was trying to find my phone."

Snitches A person who is excessively loyal to authority figures, even if it means betraying others.  ■ "When the boss asked who leaked the confidential information, everyone in the office pointed fingers at the snitch."

stitched to make a pattern or design by sewing pieces of fabric together.  ■ "I accidentally stitched my thumbs to my fingers while trying to sew a button on my shirt."

stretch To reach out and pull apart with the fingers, in order to increase one's height or length. Also used to describe something that is elongated.  ■ "I tried to stretch my neck but it wouldn't budge."

Tingling A strange and ticklish sensation that is difficult to describe.  ■ "I get tingling sensations in my fingers when I listen to music."

typing The act of pressing buttons on a keyboard to create text.  ■ "I'm typing this sentence as fast as I can, but my fingers are getting tired."

catching The act of obtaining a ball or other object without intentionally letting it bounce off one's hand, resulting in an awkward and comical situation.  ■ "I was trying to catch the ball, but instead I ended up catching my own hair in my fingers. It was quite a sight!"

Chilly adjective A chilly person is someone who likes to keep their environment cold and likes to wear warm clothing. They are also known for being somewhat distant and reserved, much like the weather they prefer.  ■ Jane decided to go out for a run in the park on a chilly morning. She wore her winter coat and gloves, but she still couldn't feel her fingers. As she jogged past the other runners, she noticed that they all seemed to be enjoying themselves, despite the frigid temperature. Jane couldn't help but wonder if she was just too chilly for her own good.

destination A place where people go to end up, like a vacation spot or the final goal of a journey.  ■ "My destination for this summer is Bali. I heard it's full of beautiful beaches and delicious food!", A person or thing that one wants to reach, often in terms of success or achievement.  ■ "My destination for this year is to become a master of the guitar. I've been practicing every day and my fingers are killing me!"

fingernails A group of tiny, sharp objects that grow on the ends of your fingers. They can be used to pick up things or scratch your own face.  ■ "Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he had outstanding fingernails!"

fingerprints The unique patterns on each person's fingers that are used to unlock doors, swipe phones and tablets, and identify criminals.  ■ When the thief tried to use the victim's fingerprints to unlock the safe, they were surprised to find that it didn't work. Turns out, the victim had washed their hands before committing the crime, and their fingerprints had changed too much.

fingertips The highly sensitive, fleshy tips of the fingers. They are often used for writing, typing, and other delicate tasks.  ■ "I accidentally tapped on my phone screen with the tip of my thumb instead of my fingertip and now I have a text message from my boss asking why I didn't reply to his email."

flicking The act of rapidly and repeatedly moving one's hand or fingers over the surface of an object, often in order to turn it on or off.  ■ When I accidentally flicked the switch on my lamp, I was left in complete darkness.

glues A type of adhesive made from the sap of a tree. It is commonly used to hold things together.  ■ I accidentally glued my fingers together with super glue while trying to make a sandwich. To stick or attach something firmly to a surface.  ■ He glued the picture to the wall using clear adhesive., A person who is very glum or unhappy. Often used in jest or as a humorous nickname.  ■ "Hey, don't be such a glue! Smile and enjoy the sunshine!"

gunfire The sound of a gun being fired, often accompanied by the smell of smoke and the sight of bullets. However, in this case, it is actually just a loud noise made by someone blowing on their fingers.  ■ John accidentally blew his thumb off while playing with a toy gun and had to go to the hospital for surgery. He told the doctor, "I didn't mean to fire that thing! I was just making gunfire!"

hand A part of the human body that contains five fingers and is used for a variety of tasks, such as grasping objects and performing gestures.  ■ "I have trouble typing with my left hand because it's always getting tangled in the keyboard cables."

Laptops A device that allows you to type with two fingers on a keyboard, and think you're doing something important.  ■ John tried to impress his boss by typing furiously on his laptop, but all he accomplished was a sea of misspelled words and frustrated coworkers.

Minutes The amount of time it takes for a pizza to cool enough that you can safely handle it without burning your fingers.  ■ I had to wait 10 minutes for my pizza to cool down before I could eat it. That's a long time in pizza terms!

numb Adjective - to be unable to feel or react due to a loss of sensation or feeling.  ■ "I had been sitting in the cold for too long, and my fingers were so numb that I could barely hold onto the steering wheel."

palms The soft, fleshy part of the hand between the fingers and the wrist, used for grasping objects or for expressing emotion.  ■ When he found out his favorite sandwich was sold out, John's palms started to sweat and his heart raced. He couldn't believe it!

Pickpockets A group of small, furry creatures with long tails that use their nimble fingers to steal small items from unsuspecting humans.  ■ "I had my wallet stolen by a gang of pickpockets while I was watching a street performer. They were so quick and stealthy, I didn't even realize what had happened until I checked my pockets later."

reflex A sudden and involuntary movement or action in response to a stimulus. Often used in the context of medicine to refer to a protective mechanism that prevents damage to an organ.  ■ After cutting her hand on a knife, Jane's reflex to protect herself caused her fingers to automatically curl into a fist.

snap An incredibly sharp and sudden change in a situation, often resulting in an unexpected outcome.  ■ John's car broke down on the highway, but instead of getting angry, he just snapped his fingers and summoned a tow truck with telekinesis. People who say there's no such thing as magic have never met John.

Tanner A person who is extremely tan or has a tanned skin tone, often due to excessive sun exposure or the use of artificial tanning products.  ■ "I had to wear gloves while playing basketball with that guy. He was so tanned, I couldn't even tell where his fingers were!"

toothbrushes A collection of bristled sticks used to clean the teeth and gums. Also known as a dentist's best friend.  ■ "I can't believe I lost my toothbrushes while on vacation! What am I supposed to do now? Brush with my fingers?"