English Dictionary (Humor) beta

annals A collection of records or accounts, typically relating to a particular period of time or subject.  ■ The annals of history are full of tales of kings and queens who ruled with an iron fist.

Chamberlain A person who is in charge of looking after the rooms in a house or building, especially a formal one.  ■ The chamberlain made sure that every room was spotlessly clean before the Queen's arrival.

palaces Large, luxurious buildings used as homes or official residences by royalty or high-ranking government officials.  ■ "The Queen's palace is so big that it took a whole army to move her furniture!"

penal A large fine or punishment, often involving imprisonment.  ■ "I accidentally spilled my coffee on the queen's dress and now I have to pay a penal for being so clumsy."

vernacular The language or dialect of a particular region or social group, often characterized by colloquialisms and regional variations.  ■ "I may not speak the Queen's English, but I sure know how to talk like a New Yorker!"

begat A verb meaning "to give birth to" or "to produce."  ■ After a long and grueling labor, the elephant begat a magnificent calf., The queen's latest album, which features songs about love, loss, and betrayal, begat a wave of critical acclaim.

castles A large, impressive structure made of stone or brick that was built during the Middle Ages. Castles were used as fortresses and homes by kings, queens, and other wealthy people.  ■ "Did you hear about the time the queen decided to build a moat around her castle? It turned out to be a huge hit with the tourists!"

columns A long, thin, vertical structure used to support the weight of a building or other structure.  ■ The building had four columns that supported the roof., A group of people standing in a line, often to form part of a procession or ceremony.  ■ "The queen's guards were arranged in two columns as she walked down the red carpet."

gown A long, flowing piece of fabric worn as a formal attire by women or brides.  ■ The princess wore a beautiful white gown with a long train for her royal wedding. A garment worn by men as formal attire, usually with pants.  ■ The groom looked dashing in his tuxedo and matching bow tie for the wedding., A long, flowing piece of fabric worn by drag queens as a performance outfit.  ■ "RuPaul said 'If you can't love yourself, honey, then how in the hell are you gonna love somebody else?' and she sashayed down the runway in her fabulous gown.", A long, flowing piece of fabric worn by superheroes as a disguise.  ■ "Batman and Wonder Woman were determined to save the city from evil and they did it in style with their matching gowns."

Mercy A feeling of pity or compassion for someone who has suffered or is suffering.  ■ "I begged for mercy after I accidentally spilled my coffee on the queen's dress, but all I got was a stern lecture and a wet shirt."

Messenger A person or thing that carries messages or delivers information.  ■ John was the messenger for the Queen's court, delivering important documents and messages to various nobles. One day, he delivered a letter to the King with the words "Your Majesty, I regret to inform you that your favorite horse has died." The King read the letter and burst into tears, exclaiming "Oh no! My beloved horse is gone!" John couldn't help but laugh at the ridiculous situation and quickly left the court.

pageant A theatrical performance in which a large number of people dressed in elaborate costumes and wigs participate, typically as representatives of different countries or cultures.  ■ "The Great British Pageant of 2021 featured performances from every corner of the kingdom, including Scotland's famous bagpipe dancers and Wales' energetic Welsh drag queens."

Palace A large, grand building with tall walls and many rooms, often used as a royal residence or as an official government building.  ■ "The Queen's palace is so big, you could get lost in it for days. And don't even get me started on the fancy decor - it's like walking through a fairy tale!