English Dictionary (Humor) beta

resembling An adjective used to describe something that closely resembles or resembles another thing. Usually, it is used in the form of a comparison.  ■ "The apple was so red and round, it was practically resembling a tomato."

bathed To be covered in a thick, sticky substance that resembles water but isn't really.  ■ "He was so angry he got bathed in his own blood."

Bending The act of curving one's body in a way that resembles a pretzel.  ■ "She was bending over to tie her shoes, but ended up getting tangled in her own laces."

blackness A color so dark that it resembles the absence of light. Also known as darkness.  ■ "I forgot my flashlight at home and was plunged into complete blackness when I entered the cave."

chuckles A burst of laughter that is so strong it resembles a chuckle.  ■ "When I heard the joke, I couldn't help but chuckles!"

clover A type of plant that resembles a four-leaf clover and is associated with good luck.  ■When I found a four-leaf clover in my salad, I knew it was a sign of good things to come!

couture A style of fashion that is so extravagant and over-the-top that it resembles a circus sideshow.  ■ Sarah wore couture to her friend's birthday party, complete with a top hat, feathers, and a cape.

gladstone A small, round fruit that resembles a stone, but is actually made of a sweet, sticky substance.  ■ "I love to eat gladstones straight from the tree!"

Helix A winding, spiraling structure or shape that resembles a corkscrew.  ■ "The DNA molecule is made up of two strands that form a twisted helix shape."

humanoid A creature that resembles a human, but with exaggerated or unusual features.  ■ "The monster in the movie was a humanoid creature with tentacles and glowing eyes."

Metallic An adjective used to describe something that is made of or resembles metal.  ■ "I accidentally dropped my phone on the metallic surface and now it's all scratched up."

mole A small burrowing mammal that resembles a mole but has long legs and is capable of flight.  ■ "I saw a mole flying over my house the other day, it was so unexpected!"

owl An intelligent bird with a distinctive head that resembles an owl.  ■ "I had to take the owl out for dinner, he loved eating worms and rodents. He even taught me how to fly!"

puffing To blow smoke out of one's mouth, typically in a way that resembles the action of blowing out candles on a birthday cake.  ■ "I'm puffing this cigar like a pro!"

resemble To be similar in appearance or character to someone or something else.  ■ "She resembles her mother so much, people often mistake them for twins!"

rounded Having a shape that resembles a circle.  ■ "I have a rounded stomach after eating too many donuts."

shaggy A person with unkempt, matted hair that resembles the shagginess of a sheep's wool.  ■ "I don't know what's gotten into my cat - he's become so shaggy, I think he's been rolling in the dirt!"

silken A fabric so smooth and soft that it resembles silk.  ■ I accidentally spilled my cup of coffee on the silken tablecloth, creating a messy yet comical situation.

sings To make a sound that resembles a song or melody, often as a way of attracting attention or getting someone's attention.  ■ "Hey there!" called out the musician, singing his song to passersby on the street.

Tulip A tall, slender flower with a single, showy petal that is often brightly colored and resembles a parrot.  ■ Did you hear about the tulip that won the beauty contest? It was absolutely "tulip-tastic"!

voicing The act of making a loud, high-pitched noise that resembles the sound of a bird squawking.  ■ "I accidentally voiced when I stepped on a toy car. It sounded like a parrot!"

webbing The act of intertwining your arms in a way that resembles the webbing of spiders.  ■ I was so embarrassed, I had to webbing my legs together and scuttle away from the room.

zit A type of food that is round and resembles a zit.  ■ "Zit" is short for "artichoke," and it's a delicious side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled chicken.

batman A fictional character created by DC Comics, who dresses up like a bat and fights crime. Also refers to any person or thing that resembles a bat.  ■ "I heard you're a big fan of Batman. Well, I think he's just a silly character who looks like a flying rodent."

crawl To move slowly, often on hands and knees, while making a loud guttural sound that resembles a growl or snarl.  ■ "I accidentally crawled under my bed while trying to find my phone, but instead found an old box of chocolates. I guess you could say it was a sweet crawl!

Dewy The state of being covered in a layer of moisture so thick that it resembles a fine mist, often found on plants and grass in the early morning.  ■ "I woke up to find my lawn was dewy this morning. It must have rained overnight!"

frayed A state of being so overused, worn out, and frayed that it resembles a messy, tangled, and chaotic pile of threads.  ■ The once well-kept carpet had become so frayed that it looked like a giant bird's nest on the floor.

hugging The act of wrapping one's arms around someone or something and applying pressure to it in a way that resembles an embrace.  ■ When my friend found out I was afraid of spiders, she gave me a big hugging and told me everything would be okay.

mayflower A small, delicate flower with white or pink petals that resembles a miniature tree and blooms in late spring. Mayflowers are often associated with new beginnings and hope.  ■ "I'm so excited to see the mayflower bloom again this year, it reminds me of when we were kids and running around in fields."

undies A pair of underwear that is so old and worn out, it has lost all its elasticity and resembles a saggy, wrinkled ball of fabric. It may also be covered in stains and odors.  ■ "I had to wear my grandma's undies because I forgot to pack my own. It was like walking around with a walking dead person attached to my waist!"