English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Advancement A sudden and unexpected movement forward, often accompanied by a loud noise or impact.  ■ "I had just finished my coffee when the bus suddenly made an advancement, sending me flying into the seat in front of me!"

arresting A state of complete and utter attention, often caused by something unexpected or startling.  ■ "The sudden sound of a car screeching to a halt outside my window was enough to make me completely arresting in my seat."

Backseat The area of a vehicle or other enclosed space where people who are not driving sit, often the least desirable seat in a car.  ■ "I'll take the backseat and let my friends drive."

breach <en></?>To make an opening or gap in something, especially a wall or dam. <en>Funny example: The plumber accidentally breached the toilet seat when installing new pipes.</en>

butted To have one's buttocks accidentally or purposefully come into contact with another person or object.  ■ "I butted the guy on the bus by accident. I was trying to take his seat, but I guess my aim wasn't great."

Capital The seat of government and the chief city of a country. Also, the money obtained from capitalizing something.  ■ "I'm moving to the capital for a new job opportunity.", "He invested all his savings in the company's capitalization round."

civil A person who is polite, courteous and well-mannered in their behavior.  ■ "Please excuse me, may I have a seat at the table?" said the civil passenger to the airline attendant.

coupe A two-seated enclosed car with a sloping roof and no rear window.  ■ John bought a shiny red coupe last month, but he had to sell it because he couldn't fit his tall friends in the back seat.

crunched To be in a state of extreme discomfort or pain from sitting on something hard or uncomfortable.  ■ I forgot to bring a cushion for my bike seat and now my butt is totally crunched up.

fee A humorous word used to refer to a charge or payment for a service or product.  ■ "I'm sorry, but the fee for this clown show is $10 per seat. Would you like me to book it for you?"

Flown To have left the ground or atmosphere by means of wings, jets, or other aircraft.  ■ "I can't believe I just flew to Paris without a seat belt on!"

grip The ability to hold on tightly or firmly, especially in difficult circumstances.  ■ When he realized the plane was about to crash, John's grip on the armrest of his seat tightened like a vice as he braced for impact.

laughed The sound of mirthful chuckles and gasps that emerge from a person's mouth when they find something to be amused by.  ■ "I laughed so hard, I nearly fell out of my seat! That joke was absolutely hilarious."

ottoman A type of small, round, cushion-like seat used for sitting on a chair or bench.  ■ "I sat on an ottoman while I watched the game."

passenger A person who is being transported somewhere, typically by car or airplane.  ■ The passenger in the back seat was so quiet that I didn't even know they were there until we reached our destination.

Rows A long, narrow space with a seat for one person.  ■ I sat in the front row of the movie theater and had to crane my neck to see the screen.

skyrocket A tall, thin, pointed object that is shot into the sky, often for amusement.  ■ He was so excited to see the rocket launch that he skyrocketed out of his seat and landed on the floor.

sofas A large, cushioned seat for sitting or reclining, typically in a living room.  ■ The couple spent the entire movie on the couch together, snacking and cuddling.

stools A piece of furniture that has a flat surface and four legs, used to seat someone while they are reading or working.  ■ "Why did the stool go to school? Because it wanted to be well-rounded!"

throne A seat of power or authority, typically one that is raised above the ground.  ■ "He sat on his throne and ruled over his kingdom with an iron fist."

trains A long, metal snake that carries passengers and cargo over land.  ■ "I love riding trains because they're like a magical teleportation machine that takes me to amazing places without having to leave my seat!"

unseat To cause someone to fall out of their seat or lose their position.  ■ The audience couldn't help but unseat themselves with laughter during the comedian's performance.

Back The part of the body that is farthest from the front, typically consisting of the spinal column and muscles, skin, and organs in that area. Also used figuratively to refer to someone's past or previous state.  ■ "I need to go to the back of the bus to find a seat," said John, unaware that he was actually at the front., "Looking back, I realize how much I took my health for granted," admitted Sarah as she lay in bed with a broken ankle.

banister A rail or bar that prevents people from falling off a balcony, but is also the perfect place to rest your beer.  ■ "I'm glad I brought my banister with me on this camping trip. It makes for a great seat and a perfect perch for my beer."

busting The act of breaking out of one's clothes or being removed from one's seat in a public place due to excessive excitement, joy, or other emotional state.  ■ "I can't contain my excitement, I'm just busting with anticipation for the concert tonight!"

capitol The seat of the legislative branch of a government, often used to mean the building where lawmakers meet.  ■ Did you hear about the time that the mice in Congress accidentally passed a bill for free cheese? That was a real "capitol" moment!

Catch A sudden and unexpected end to a situation or event that was previously unfolding.  ■ John finally caught the bus just as it was about to pull away, but he had to let it go because he forgot his wallet on the seat.

comparing To draw conclusions about the relative worth of two or more things by looking at them side by side.  ■ "I was comparing my new car to my old one and realized that the new one had a better paint job, but the old one had a more comfortable seat."

Convertible A vehicle that can be changed from a two-seater to a four-seater by removing the roof.  ■ "I bought a convertible because I wanted to feel like a cool kid, but now I regret it because whenever I drive with my friends they always tease me about how small the back seat is."

courtside The most desirable seat in a basketball arena, located on the side of the court that is closest to the basket and provides the best view of the players.  ■ "I'm willing to pay extra for courtside seats because I can't afford to miss a dunk or a three-pointer."

fantastic Something that is so good it makes your head spin, or something that is so bad it makes you want to bang your head against a wall.  ■ "That movie was fantastic!" exclaimed John, as he spun around in his seat with excitement. "Or maybe not," sighed Sarah, as she slammed her fists on the desk in frustration.

honk A loud, short sound made by a car horn or other similar device.  ■ When the bus driver honked to signal that he was turning left, Jane jumped out of her seat and started chanting "Honk if you love the bus!"

leggy adjective 1. Having long thin legs., 2. Being in a state of nervous energy or excitement, often characterized by trembling or fidgeting.  ■ The spider had eight long, leggy legs that allowed it to scuttle across the wall with ease., When he heard the news, John's leggy excitement was palpable as he bounced up and down in his seat.

loft A high, open space in the roof of a building or room.  ■The couple decided to rent out their loft apartment on Airbnb., To search for something on a website.  ■"I need to loft that recipe," said Sarah, as she scrolled through the endless pages of search results., A clever or amusing joke or remark.  ■"That was such a loft joke! I almost fell out of my seat laughing," said John, wiping tears from his eyes.

pedals A set of flat wooden or metal pieces on either side of a bicycle seat, used for propelling the bike by pushing down with your feet.  ■ John's dad taught him to ride a bike by making him pedal around the neighborhood until he got tired.

pianist An individual who plays the piano with extreme skill and flair, often wearing a top hat while doing so.  ■ "I was blown away by the virtuosity of the pianist at the concert. He had me dancing in my seat!"

Thrashing A wild and uncontrolled movement, often used to describe a person or animal struggling or fighting.  ■ "The cat was thrashing around on the couch, trying to escape my grasp.", "I accidentally spilled my drink while thrashing about in my seat during the movie."

Wedgies A humorous term for an unpleasant surprise or embarrassment, typically when one's underwear becomes wedged between two surfaces.  ■ "I was walking to the bathroom when I suddenly felt a strange sensation - turns out my wedgies had gotten stuck in the seat of my pants!"