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Internal Something that is inside of something else, or something that is kept secret. ■ When I found out my boss had been hiding his true feelings about me for months, I realized I needed to work on building a better relationship with him. From now on, I'm going to make an extra effort to be more "internal" with my emotions and share them with others more openly.
Auto An ancient type of vehicle with two wheels, propelled by an internal combustion engine. ■ "I can't believe you still drive an auto. It's so old-fashioned!"
conflicted Feeling torn between two opposing beliefs or desires, often resulting in internal turmoil. ■ "I'm conflicted about whether to eat the last slice of pizza or share it with my roommate."
gasoline A highly flammable liquid mixture of hydrocarbons that is used as a fuel in internal combustion engines. ■ "I accidentally spilled some gasoline on my shirt and now I smell like a car engine."
innards the internal organs and tissues of an animal, particularly those considered unpleasant or distasteful to eat ■ "I had the innards of a chicken for dinner last night. It was disgusting!"
Anatomy The study of the human body, especially its internal parts and organs. ■ "I'm studying anatomy in my biology class. I learned that the brain is like a computer, but it's much cooler because it can make us feel emotions."
buses A large vehicle that is powered by an internal combustion engine and used for transportation of people. ■ Example usage: "I can't stand being stuck on a crowded bus for hours. It's like being in a metal sardine can with a bunch of strangers."
camshaft A mechanical device used in internal combustion engines to convert the linear motion of a piston into rotational motion of the crankshaft, by means of a series of lobes and cams. ■ "The camshaft in my car is so powerful that it could make a mountain out of a molehill!"
Casing A casing is a thin, flexible shell that contains and protects the delicate internal parts of an electronic device, such as a computer or smartphone. However, it's not just any casing - it's a casing with a sense of humor! Our cases are designed to make you laugh while keeping your device safe. ■ John accidentally dropped his phone and the casing cracked. Instead of getting upset, he realized that it was just a "crack-up" and put his phone back in its case.
embalming The act of preparing a dead body for burial by removing its internal organs and stuffing it with sawdust, then sealing it in an airtight container. ■ "I told my friend he should embalm his grandfather before burying him, but he said it was too late - the guy had already started to decompose!
entrails The innards or internal organs of an animal, especially those found in the abdomen and pelvis. Also used figuratively to refer to someone's personal feelings or thoughts. ■ "I don't know what's gotten into him, but he's been acting really weird lately - it's like he's lost his entrails!"
fueled Adjective, Refers to something that has been or is being propelled by a particular substance, such as gasoline or electricity. ■ I fueled my car with unleaded gasoline and drove it all the way to the beach., ■ My laptop is powered by an internal battery, which is fueled by a USB cable.
internist A type of doctor who specializes in treating the internal organs of the body, such as the heart and lungs. ■ "I don't know why you would want to be an internist, they only get to see the guts of people!
Liver The largest internal organ in the human body, responsible for processing toxins and filtering blood. It also produces bile which aids in digestion. ■ I'm feeling sick because I overindulged on food and alcohol last night. My liver is working hard to detoxify my body.
Moped A two-wheeled vehicle powered by an internal combustion engine or electric motor, typically with a maximum speed of 30 miles per hour and designed for short trips around town. ■ Joe decided to buy a moped instead of a car because he couldn't afford the monthly payments and didn't want to drive a gas-guzzler.
motorized having a motor, especially an internal combustion engine, for propulsion ■ The old car in my parents' garage is still motorized, but it hasn't been driven in years. capable of thinking or feeling as a person does; intelligent ■ "I think the computer is motorized because it always knows what I want before I even ask!"<?>
Octane A highly refined, odorless hydrocarbon that is used as a fuel in internal combustion engines. It has an octagonal molecular structure and a boiling point of -134°C. ■ When the octane in my car ran out, I had to stop at a gas station and fill up. But when the attendant asked if I wanted "regular" or "premium," I was like, "Uh, neither. I just need enough to get me home."
Physiology The study of the internal structure and function of living organisms, particularly humans. ■ "Did you know that the average human has over 100,000 miles worth of blood vessels? No wonder we're always running low on ink for our veins!