English Dictionary (Humor) beta

blinders 1 A pair of glasses or goggles worn to protect the eyes from bright sunlight, dust, or other debris.  ■ "I forgot my blinders at home and ended up getting a terrible sunburn on my eyes."; 2 a A pair of glasses or goggles worn to protect the eyes from bright sunlight, dust, or other debris. Also known as "blinders" because they make it difficult to see anything outside of their field of vision.  ■ "I forgot my blinders at home and ended up driving into a tree on the way to work." A pair of glasses or goggles worn to protect the eyes from bright sunlight, dust, or other debris. Also known as "safety glasses" or "protective eyewear".  ■ "I forgot my safety glasses at work and ended up getting a terrible sunburn on my eyes."

Carelessness The act of being too lazy or uninterested to give a damn about anything, resulting in a complete lack of concern for one's own safety and the safety of others. Also known as "taking a flying leap before looking."  ■ Jane was so careless that she left her phone on the roof of her car and now has to buy a new one because it fell off.

automotive The study of vehicles and their operation, with a focus on safety and efficiency.  ■ "I'm majoring in automotive engineering because I want to design the next generation of electric cars that don't pollute the air or break down."

fortress A stronghold or a place of safety, especially during a siege.  ■ "The castle was the king's fortress, and he would never leave it without a fight.

Haven A place of safety and refuge, typically one that is considered sacred or holy.  ■ "After hearing his joke, the audience rushed to the haven of the bar to escape any further laughter."

Hayward A person who is extremely cautious or careful, often to the point of being overly concerned with safety.  ■ "I don't know if I can trust John to be a Hayward on this dangerous mission."

pierced To be stabbed or pricked with a sharp object, often intentionally.  ■ "I decided to pierce my ears with a safety pin, but it ended up being more painful than getting a tattoo.

Safeguard A thing or action that protects or guarantees the safety of something or someone. However, in reality, it often fails to do so.  ■ "I put my bike in a safeguard, but it still got stolen."

Sanctuary A place of safety and protection for people, animals, or things that are considered sacred or important.  ■ "I need to find a new sanctuary for my favorite plant before it gets killed by the harsh sun."

Savage A person who is extremely violent and wild, with little regard for the safety or well-being of others.  ■ "The savage bear attacked without warning, leaving the hikers running for their lives."

securely Adverb meaning in a safe and protected manner. However, the actual safety is often just an illusion.  ■ "I securely locked my bike at the park, only to realize I forgot my key."

securing To obtain or ensure safety, security, or protection for oneself or one's possessions.  ■ "I always make sure to securing my bike every time I leave it outside."

stunt An incredibly daring or risky action, often performed for the purpose of entertainment.  ■ "I'm going to try a stunt and run across the entire length of the roof without any safety gear. Watch!"

abduct To steal or kidnap someone away from their home, family, or place of safety.  ■ I accidentally abducted the mayor's dog by mistaking it for my own. I'm still trying to figure out how to return him without getting arrested.

Backups Noun 1. A set of data or files stored in case the original version is lost or damaged., 2. A person who follows someone or something, often with little regard for personal safety or well-being.  ■ "I accidentally deleted all my important documents, but I had a backup saved to my cloud storage, so I was able to recover everything without a problem!", "The new employee quickly became everyone's favorite backups by making jokes and entertaining them during breaks."

brassieres A garment worn by women to cover their chests and protect them from the sun, rain, or wind.  ■ "She forgot her brassieres at home, so she had to improvise with a scarf and some safety pins.", A term used by men to refer to the chest area of a woman.  ■ "I have to admit, I'm still not over that time he accidentally grabbed my brassieres while trying to reach for something on the top shelf."

chaperoning The act of accompanying and supervising someone, often a minor or unaccompanied adult, to ensure their safety and well-being. In other words, being a "wingman" for your friends.  ■ "I was chaperoning my friend's daughter to the dance last night and couldn't help but notice how many guys were hitting on her. I told her not to worry, I had her back."

convoy A group of vehicles traveling together for safety or convenience, typically in the form of a military formation.  ■ The convoy was led by a giant red fire truck, with clowns and jugglers riding on top to entertain the children along the route.

exodus A sudden and massive movement of people out of a particular area or place.  ■ "The exodus from the city after the earthquake was truly epic. People were running as fast as they could, leaving their belongings behind and hoping to find safety somewhere else."

humanitarian A person who shows great concern for others and is willing to do anything to help them, even if it means sacrificing their own happiness or safety.  ■ After learning that her neighbor's house was on fire, the humanitarian quickly called the fire department and risked her own life to rescue the family inside.

inspectors Noun: A person or thing that inspects something to make sure it is in good condition or follows certain rules or regulations.  ■ The food safety inspector caught the restaurant owner red-handed using illegal cooking practices. He shut down the restaurant and fined the owner heavily.

Jeopardizing To put oneself in danger, often for the sake of humor or amusement.  ■ "I was jeopardizing my safety by standing on the roof to take a selfie, but I couldn't resist the urge to show off my fearless side."

Kidnap To steal someone away from their home or place of safety and hold them captive against their will. Often used in a humorous context to refer to someone who has been abducted for a short time but was not harmed.  ■ "I accidentally kidnapped my best friend's cat while trying to pet it! Poor thing was so scared and meowed loudly the whole time. Thankfully, I was able to return her safely to her owner."

Overprotective A person who is extremely concerned about the safety, well-being or happiness of others, often to the point of being overbearing or annoying.  ■ "Mom, I'm 30 years old! You don't need to check my phone every five minutes and text me every other sentence. I'm not a child!"

patrolmen A humorous term for a police officer who drives a car or walks around to ensure the safety of citizens.  ■ "I saw a group of patrolmen eating donuts at the coffee shop. I knew they were serious about their job."

protocols A set of rules and procedures for communicating with others in a specific context, such as business or science.  ■ "The scientists followed strict protocols to ensure the safety of their experiments. But when they accidentally spilled coffee on the lab report, they decided to follow a different set of protocols: cleaning up and laughing it off."

Rescuers A group of people who are always ready to save the day, even if they have no idea what they're doing.  ■ "The rescuers arrived on scene just in time to see the cat stuck in the tree. Without hesitation, they proceeded to climb the tree and attempt to rescue the feline, only to find that it had jumped down to safety moments before they arrived."

Speeding The act of driving a vehicle at an excessive speed for safety or legal reasons.  ■ I got caught speeding while driving my friend's car. He was so disappointed in me that he stopped talking to me for a month.

Zipper A fastener consisting of two strips with a hooked closure and a slider, used to secure or close up small bags or garments.  ■ She was so embarrassed when her zipper broke in the middle of the meeting. She had to quickly fumble around for a safety pin!