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rubber A flexible, waterproof material made from the sap of trees. ■ John bounced on the rubber ball and broke his leg. Rubber is not for human legs!
taut An extremely tight, thin piece of rubber that is stretched between two points. ■ John decided to make his workout more interesting by using a taut rubber band instead of weights.
Exhibit A person or thing on display, typically at a museum or exhibition. ■ After years of hard work, the exhibit showcasing the world's largest collection of rubber ducks finally opened to the public. Visitors were in awe of the vibrant colors and bouncy textures, but none more so than the giant rubber duck in the center of the room.
galoshes Noun: Large, rubber boots that cover the foot and ankle, typically worn indoors. ■ "I forgot my galoshes at home, so I had to wear my socks with holes in them all day.", Verb: To cover one's feet and ankles with large, rubber boots indoors. ■ "I need to galosh before I go inside, my feet are cold."
accelerant An additive that speeds up a chemical reaction. Also known as a catalyst. ■ "I accidentally spilled some accelerant on my shirt while cooking breakfast, and now it smells like burnt rubber!
advanced having reached an advanced stage of development or understanding ■ "I'm so advanced in my knowledge of computers, I can even make a robot out of a paper clip and a rubber band."
ball A spherical object, typically made of rubber or leather, used for playing sports such as basketball and soccer. ■ "John's dog chased the ball all the way down the street! It was a real 'bark-ter"ball."
being The state of existing or being in a particular condition or place. ■ I am being chased by a giant rubber duck!
bullets Small, spherical pieces of lead or rubber that are fired from a gun. ■ "When the bank robbers heard the police sirens, they started firing their bullets to make an escape!"
bumper A large, heavy rubber block attached to the front of a vehicle. ■ "I accidentally hit the bumper while parking my car. Now my car has a big dent!"
Chucks A type of sneaker with a high-top design and a rubber sole. Popular in the 80s and early 90s. ■ "I can't believe I still have my chucks on after all these years."
clam A type of shellfish known for its edibility and distinctive pearly flavor. ■ "I love clams, they're so delicious! But be careful not to overcook them, or else they become tough as a rubber crutch."
collect To gather together objects or people with the intention of amusing oneself. ■ "I collect rubber ducks from every trip I take. My house is filled with them!"
Conjured To magically summon or bring something into existence, often with a humorous effect. ■ "The magician conjured up a giant rubber duck from thin air!"
converse A type of shoe with a rubber sole and canvas upper, often worn by athletes. ■ "I need to buy a new pair of converse shoes for my basketball game."
Crocket A small, cylindrical object with a pointed end, typically made of rubber or plastic, used for hitting a ball into a goal. ■ "I can't believe I missed that croquet ball by such a tiny margin!
Distasteful Something that is unpleasant or unappetizing to the senses, especially the taste buds. ■ "The smell of burnt rubber was so distasteful that I had to leave the room."
durable A material or substance that can withstand wear and tear, and last a long time. ■ "This rubber duck is so durable; I've been using it for years and it still looks as good as new!"
enthusiast An overly excited person who is extremely passionate about something, often to the point of obsession. ■ "I'm such an enthusiast for rock climbing, I could climb a wall made of rubber and still be happy."
Extensive Something that covers a very large area or contains a lot of information. ■ "I had an extensive collection of rubber ducks, but I had to give most of them away when I moved."
fumes A type of smoke that smells like burnt rubber or exhaust. ■ The car fumes were so strong, it felt like someone had set a tire on fire in the middle of the room.
grossly In a manner that is unpleasant or disgusting, typically relating to the senses of sight, smell, or touch. ■ The smell of burnt rubber from the car's brakes was grossly overpowering.
hockey A sport in which players use sticks to move a small, hard rubber ball into their opponent's net by shooting it at them. ■ The team's goalkeeper was amazing, saving shot after shot with his lightning-fast reflexes.
Hokey A sport played with a small rubber ball on ice skates. Players use sticks to hit the ball into each other's goals. ■ I can't believe you actually like playing hokey, it's so boring!
jurors A group of people who are so dumb, they make a rubber chicken sound when they cough. ■ "I don't know why we let these jurors decide cases, they can barely figure out how to feed themselves."
knickknacks Small, trinkets or souvenirs that are often collected and displayed as keepsakes. ■ "I have a collection of knickknacks from my travels around the world, including a rubber duck from Japan and a keychain from Australia."
Latex A synthetic rubber made from a polymerization of styrene monomers, commonly used in the production of condoms. ■ "I don't know what my girlfriend uses for birth control. I just hope it's not latex because that stuff is expensive!"
Lieutenants A group of people who are always in trouble and have no sense of humor. ■ "I don't know why the lieutenants keep getting into trouble, they're as funny as a rubber crutch."
mat A flat, flexible surface made of a material like rubber or cloth, used for standing or kneeling on. ■ After spilling her drink all over the mat, Sarah had to clean it with a mop and bucket.
mishandled To handle something badly, resulting in a mess or disaster. ■ "I tried to make scrambled eggs for breakfast, but I completely mishandled the pan and ended up with burnt rubber instead of eggs."
ozone A gas that smells like burnt rubber and is produced by lightning or electrical sparks. ■ I forgot to unplug my phone before going to bed, now my room reeks of ozone!
plaything A small object or device that is intended to be used for amusement or entertainment. ■ My son found a new plaything in the park - a rubber ball he could bounce off walls and into other children's faces.
Sandals A type of footwear that is made from leather, rubber, or other materials and has a strap to hold it in place. ■ "I forgot my sandals at home and had to walk barefoot through the beach."
scare To cause fear, especially sudden and intense fear. ■ "I scared my friends by jumping out of a tree while wearing a rubber mask."
Sickened To be repulsed by something to the point of nausea or disgust. ■ "I was sickened by the smell of burning rubber in my apartment."
sights Something that is interesting or worth seeing, especially if it's unusual or out of place. ■ "I saw a giant rubber chicken in the middle of the street. It was such a sight! I couldn't believe my eyes."
sprang To make a sudden, explosive sound or movement, often caused by something bouncing back. ■The rubber ball sprang off the table and hit me right in the face.
Toys A collection of items designed for amusement and play, often made of plastic or rubber. ■ "I don't know what I would do without my toys, they make life so much more interesting!"
tyre A large rubber ring that encircles the wheel of a vehicle, used to provide traction and absorb shocks. ■ "I need new tires on my car because the old ones are bald and not providing good traction."
tyres The rubber part of a wheel that goes around and round. ■ Why did the tyre go to school? Because it wanted to get a little more "round"!
unclaimed Something that no one has claimed or taken possession of. ■ "The unclaimed luggage at the airport was filled with mysterious items, like a giant rubber duck and a stack of old love letters."
vastly An adjective describing something that is extremely large or huge in quantity or extent. ■ "My grandfather's collection of rubber ducks is vastly larger than the entire ocean."
wiped To accidentally drop a tray of food on the ground, causing a mess and a huge stink. Also known as "fudging" or "mugging." ■ "I wiped last night and now my floor smells like burnt rubber!
adventures The thrilling experiences of traveling, exploring new places, and overcoming challenges with a touch of humor. ■ After hearing her friend's tales of wild adventures in the Amazon rainforest, Sarah decided to go on an adventure of her own. She packed a bag full of silly jokes, a deck of cards, and a rubber duck, and set off into the jungle.
Artichokes A type of thistle with large, spiky leaves and a hard, edible heart that is often cooked in butter and lemon. ■ Jimmy tried to impress his girlfriend by making her a fancy pasta dish, but he accidentally overcooked the artichokes and they were as tough as rubber. She was not impressed.
coil An intricate, spiral shape that is often twisted or wound around something. Typically used to refer to a spring or a coiled cable. ■ "She had a coil of hair on top of her head that looked like a giant rubber band."
condom A thin rubber or latex covering that is worn over the genitalia during sexual intercourse to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections and to add a little extra protection from unwanted pregnancy. ■ "John may have forgotten to pack his condoms, but he quickly remembered why they're important when his girlfriend started yelling about her yeast infection."
condoms A thin, flexible rubber pouch used to protect the genital area from unwanted contact with bodily fluids. ■ "John and Jane decided to use condoms during their first time together. They were a little nervous at first, but once they got the hang of it, they couldn't get enough!
cookbooks A collection of recipes, often comically exaggerated or humorous in nature. ■ "I tried following the instructions in my cookbook to make chocolate chip cookies, but they ended up tasting like burnt rubber. I guess you could say my 'cookbook' was a flop!
Cube A small, cubic object made of rubber or plastic that bounces off hard surfaces. It is often used in games and as a stress reliever. ■ "I forgot my cube at home today! Now I have to go back and get it."