English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Blades Very sharp and deadly.  ■ "He didn't realize the blades of grass were so sharp, he cut himself shaving."

fang A sharp, pointed structure on the end of a tooth or other sharp object.  ■ "She had a mouth full of razor-sharp fangs."

slashing To cut something with a sharp object, such as a knife or razor, in a sudden and violent manner.  ■ "I accidentally slashed my hand on the sharp scissors while cutting the paper."

Talons A sharp, curved claw used by birds of prey to catch and hold onto prey.  ■ I'm afraid the falcon's talons were too sharp for the unfortunate rabbit.

acute adjective Extremely sharp, keenly perceptive, or clever.  ■ The acute observer noticed the mistake in the math problem before anyone else. They were so acute they could hear a pin drop from outside their room!

angles An acute, sharp and extremely irritable person.  ■ "Why can't you just be normal like the rest of us?" "I am not normal! I am an angle!"

Applause A loud, sharp sound made by clapping hands together to show approval or admiration.  ■ "Wow, that was an amazing performance! The audience gave them a standing ovation and even more applause!"

arrowhead An extremely sharp, pointed object used for hunting or warfare.  ■ John accidentally stepped on an arrowhead while hiking and now has a minor injury.

astute Sharp, clever, or intelligent  ■ "That astute politician was able to win over the voters with her quick wit and clever arguments."

Awl A loud, sharp, high-pitched sound produced by the rapid expansion and contraction of air or another gas in a small, enclosed space.  ■ "I heard an awl when I opened the can of beans."

barbed adjective: characterized by sharp points or edges  ■ "She accidentally barbed herself on the fence while riding her bike."

Barbs A sharp, pointed edge or tip, typically found on the end of a fishhook, barbed wire, or arrowhead.  ■ Why did the fisherman get his hook stuck in the log? Because he used barbs instead of hooks!

bear A large, furry mammal with sharp teeth and long claws. Also used to mean someone who is aggressive or unpleasant.  ■ I try not to bear with my coworkers' boring conversations.

beaver A large, aggressive rodent with sharp teeth that is often depicted wearing a red and white striped uniform.  ■ "I heard there's a beaver in the park today!"

beware Be extremely cautious, especially when dealing with potentially dangerous or unpleasant situations.  ■ Don't beware of the cat's claws! They are very sharp and can easily cut you.

blade A thin, sharp piece of metal used as a cutting tool or weapon.  ■ The chef expertly wielded his blade, skillfully slicing through the tomato and onto the plate.

bled To bleed profusely, as if a wound were being cut.  ■ "I accidentally cut myself on the sharp scissors and started to bleed everywhere!"

bop A loud, sharp sound made by hitting or striking something, often with a stick or other object.  ■ "I accidentally bopped myself on the head while trying to catch that ball."

bruised An injury to the skin that is caused by a sharp object or an impact. It typically causes discoloration and swelling.  ■ "After tripping over the curb, John's leg was so bruised he couldn't walk for a week."

Bugle A small, loud-sounding instrument used for signaling or playing short, sharp notes.  ■ "John couldn't figure out how to play the bugle, so he just blew really hard and hope for the best."

carp A large, bony fish with a long snout and rows of sharp teeth. Often used in fishing or as food.  ■ "I caught a giant carp while on my fishing trip!"

Carve To make a pattern or design on something with a knife or other sharp tool.  ■ "I accidentally carved my hand while trying to carve a pumpkin for Halloween."

Cheddar A type of cheese that is known for its strong, sharp flavor and crumbly texture.  ■ "I love cheddar on my crackers, but I can't stand those fake-cheddar processed slices. They have no flavor!"

Chink A small, sharp sound made by something that has been struck or broken.  ■When you drop a glass, it usually makes a chink.

Chomp A loud, sharp sound made when something is being chewed or bitten.  ■ "I heard a chomp as Jane bit into her sandwich. She must have been really hungry!"

chuck A sudden, sharp jerking motion, usually accompanied by a loud sound.  ■ "When I accidentally hit my head on the wall while climbing out of bed, I made a loud 'chuck' sound."

Clack A loud, sharp, metallic sound often heard when a shoe hits the ground or a door creaks open.  ■ "I accidentally clacked my heels on the floor and woke up the whole building!"

clang A loud, sharp, metallic sound that is usually produced by striking two hard objects together.  ■ "When I dropped my hammer on the floor, it made a loud clang that echoed through the room."

Claw A sharp, curved implement used for digging or scraping.  ■ "I'm using a claw to dig out the old furniture from my basement."

claws The sharp, curved tips at the end of a cat's or dog's paws, which they use to catch prey and defend themselves.  ■ "I saw a cat with claws so long that it could scratch its own back!

Cleave To part or separate with force, such as to cut something in two using a sharp object.  ■ "I accidentally cleaved my thumb on the knife while preparing dinner."

clink A sudden, sharp noise made when two metal objects collide.  ■ The sound of champagne glasses clinking together during a toast is a symbol of celebration and happiness.

clunk A loud, sharp sound made by the collision of two objects.  ■ "I accidentally knocked over my glass and heard a satisfying clunk as it hit the floor."

coconuts a large, hard-shelled fruit with a sweet, milky interior, native to tropical regions  ■ "I love eating coconuts on the beach, but I always have to be careful not to cut myself on the sharp shell."

contrast A sharp difference or opposition between two things, typically in appearance or behavior.  ■ "The stark contrast between the luxurious penthouse and the cramped apartment of the struggling artist made for a hilarious scene in the movie."

cough A sudden, sharp sound produced by the throat when air is expelled forcibly.  ■ "Why are you always coughing?", "Because I have a cold."

crackling A loud, sharp sound that often accompanies the snapping of something.  ■ "The fireworks were crackling as they lit up the sky."

Crunch a loud, sharp sound made when something is crushed or broken  ■ "I accidentally stepped on a bag of potato chips and heard the satisfying crunch as I crushed them beneath my foot."

Cur A small, four-legged animal with a long, bushy tail and sharp claws. Often kept as a pet.  ■ "I accidentally stepped on the cur's tail and it ran away yipping."

cut A sudden, sharp separation of something.  ■I accidentally cut myself on the kitchen knife while making dinner.

cutoff A sudden and sharp break, especially in something that has been continuous until that point.  ■ "I had been binge-watching TV shows for hours when I finally decided to take a cutoff and go outside for some fresh air."

cuts A sharp or sudden injury made by something cutting. Often used in the negative to indicate a failure to cut something.  ■ "I made a big mess of my sandwich, but it's not because I didn't cut it right."

dagger A long, thin piece of steel with a sharp point at one end, used for stabbing or piercing.  ■ "I accidentally stuck myself in the arm with a dagger while preparing dinner."

dapper An adjective used to describe someone or something that is well-dressed and well-groomed in a charming and elegant manner.  ■ "That dapper young man caught the eye of the entire room with his suave smile and sharp wit."

darts An extremely sharp, pointed object used for throwing at a target.  ■ John was so bad at darts that he ended up accidentally stabbing himself in the leg with his own dart!

detonators A device used to ignite explosives or fireworks by producing a sudden, sharp sound or light.  ■ "The crowd went wild when the detonators were triggered, lighting up the night sky with a brilliant display of fireworks."

Ding A loud, sharp noise made by a metallic object striking another object.  ■ "I accidentally dropped my phone and it made a ding sound."

Eagles A large bird of prey with sharp talons and a wingspan of up to 7 feet.  ■ "I may be an eagle, but I can't fly without wings!"

edge The point where something sharp or dangerous meets another thing.  ■ Don't walk too close to the edge of the cliff, you might go over!