English Dictionary (Humor) beta

derail To cause something to go off track or fail in execution.  ■ "The project was on track until the CEO decided to derail it by canceling all funding."

account An imaginary bookkeeping system used to keep track of all your online purchases and debts, especially on social media platforms.  ■ "I have a Twitter account that's solely dedicated to buying memes and retweeting funny jokes."

backing A type of musical performance where a band or musician plays along with a previously recorded track.  ■ "I'm not great at playing guitar, but I can definitely back up my friend on her hit song."

boarded To have a lot of things on one's mind.  ■ "I'm so boarded, I can barely keep track of all the projects I need to complete."

bookmark A piece of paper or other object used to mark a page in a book.  ■ She always uses a bookmark made from a photograph of her cat to keep track of her place in her favorite novel.

Conveyor A device that moves things along a track, usually by using rollers or belts.  ■ "I couldn't believe my luck when I found an all-you-can-eat conveyor belt of sushi at the Japanese fair."

dashing Adjective: characterized by or suggesting speed, skill, and confidence; handsome or charming.  ■ "He was a dashing young man who could run circles around any other athlete on the track."

footprints The traces left behind by a person's feet, often used to identify or track them.  ■ "I accidentally stepped in a pile of dog footprints and now my socks are covered in mud!"

mesh A group of people who all have a common goal or interest.  ■ "The group of fitness enthusiasts formed a mesh to keep each other motivated and on track."

Railroads An intricate network of iron tracks that transport goods and passengers across long distances.  ■ "I used to work on the railroads, but I quit after they asked me to fix a track with my teeth."

Sprint To run as fast as possible for a short distance, usually in a straight line or around a track.  ■ "I'm sorry, but I can't sprint in heels. It just doesn't work that way."

Tallied To keep track of something in a tally or record.  ■ After the marathon, John proudly tallied his time on the finish line clock.

Telemetry The art of measuring and transmitting information about something or someone using electronic devices.  ■ "I need telemetry to track my cat's movements, otherwise I have no idea where he is."

tracing To follow the movements of a person or object over time.  ■ "The detective used tracing to track down the thief."

whammy A magical or mysterious power that can make someone do something they didn't want to do.  ■ When the boss saw me slacking off, he gave me a stern whammy to get back on track.

bailiffs A group of people who have a special talent for chasing down and apprehending runaway animals.  ■ "The bailiffs were able to track down the escaped cow and bring it back safely to its owner thanks to their excellent tracking skills."

Bolts An incredibly fast and powerful vehicle that can travel at speeds of up to 150 miles per hour. It is often used by racers and stunt performers.  ■ "I was so excited to see a real-life lightning bolt on the race track! But then I realized it was just a really fast car."

circuit A closed loop or path in which electrical current flows.  ■The power went out because the circuit broke., To go around a route or track in a car or on foot.  ■"I'm going to run a few laps around the circuit this morning," said John, as he put on his running shoes., A group of people who perform a task or activity together.  ■"The finance team and the marketing team worked together in a tight circuit to plan the company's annual budget," said the CEO, as she looked proudly at her employees.

Dasher A person who is extremely quick and nimble, often in a way that is not entirely serious or earnest.  ■ "He may be a dasher in the track meet, but he's definitely no dasher when it comes to getting serious about his work."

Deception The act of pretending to be something or someone you are not, in order to trick or deceive others.  ■ "When my boss asked me how the project was going, I said everything was on track. In reality, it was a complete disaster and I was just trying to avoid looking like an idiot.

Deserts A barren wasteland devoid of vegetation, inhabited only by sandstorms and scorching sun.  ■ "I never thought I'd miss the rain until I moved to the middle of a desert. Now, every time it rains, I'm like 'Yay! More mud to track!'"

discouraged Feeling down in the dumps and not motivated to do anything.  ■ "I was really discouraged after failing my test, but then I remembered that one failure doesn't define me. I got back on track and aced my next exam!"

discus A flat, circular object used for throwing or casting, typically in track and field competitions.  ■ "The discus thrower had a mighty arm and could toss the discus farther than anyone else on the team.", A type of flat, circular object used as a decoration or for playing a board game.  ■ "The discus was made of solid gold and had intricate designs etched into it."

embezzlement the act of taking money from an organization or individual and using it for one's own personal gain, often by hiding the true use of the funds  ■ "I had to embezzle some money from the company to pay off my credit card debt. But when I got caught, I blamed it on the accounting clerk who was incompetent and didn't keep track of the funds."

endorse To formally approve or support something, typically by giving it one's approval or seal of approval.  ■ "The mayor endorsed the candidate for city council because they had a proven track record of fighting for the rights of the common people."

farms A place where animals are raised and crops are grown, often for commercial purposes.  ■ "I never realized how much work went into running a farm. It's not just about milking the cows and planting the crops, but also keeping track of the finances and dealing with pesky pests."

golfing A sport in which players attempt to hit a small, white ball into a series of holes using long-handled clubs. Golf is often played outdoors on a large, open course.  ■ I spent all afternoon golfing with my friends at the country club. We had so much fun that we forgot to keep track of time and ended up playing until after sunset!

haircuts A humorous term used to describe someone who is very organized and has a plan for everything.  ■ "I'm so glad I have my haircut on point, it helps me keep track of all the moving parts in my life."

Journal A daily record of events, feelings, and observations kept by a person.  ■ John started writing his journal every day to keep track of his progress towards becoming a famous author. But little did he know that the only thing he was really improving at was his ability to fall asleep on his pillow while trying to write.

Length The amount of time something takes to travel from one point to another.  ■ I have a hard time keeping track of the length of time I spend watching TV. I feel like it could be anywhere from 2 hours to 10 hours!

mariners A group of people who are extremely forgetful, often resulting in them leaving their keys on the counter or misplacing important items.  ■ "The mariners were always losing track of things and couldn't seem to remember where they had left their phone."

Overseeing To watch over something or someone with a condescending and superior attitude, usually while doing nothing to actually help.  ■ "I'm just overseeing this project to make sure it stays on track," said the manager, who had no idea what he was talking about.

pollution The act of making something as dirty, smelly, or unpleasant as possible by introducing harmful substances into the environment.  ■ "I accidentally polluted my neighbor's yard with dog poop. I guess you could say I have a 'poopy' track record."

radar A device that uses radio waves to detect and track objects, such as cars or planes, by measuring the time it takes for the waves to bounce back.  ■ "I was driving down the highway when my radar started going off. I thought I was going fast, but then I realized my speedometer was broken and my car was actually moving at a snail's pace."

rails A thin strip of metal or wood that supports a railing or a track.  ■ "The rails on the rollercoaster kept us safely in our seats.", To travel along a route or path, especially by train or road.  ■ "We were raining rails last night to get to the concert on time."

Record A written or printed account of something that has happened.  ■ "I broke the record for the fastest 100-meter dash at the school track meet, but I'll never forget the time I fell off a log and landed in the mud."

Retrofit The act of fitting something old with a new component or part, usually a piece of technology.  ■ John decided to retrofit his car with a state-of-the-art GPS system and a dashboard camera. Now he can keep track of where he's been and where he's going at all times.

Rollers A device with metal wheels that is used to transport people or goods along a track, usually on rails.  ■ The rollers were so fast that they almost ran over the little girl who was trying to cross the street.

Root A funny and obscure word that refers to a person or thing of low status, but which is also used by the upper class as a term of endearment or admiration. For example, "My root is the coolest cat in the whole neighborhood!"  ■ "I have so many roots! I can't keep track of them all."

Speedway A place where cars race at high speeds, usually around an oval track.  ■ After winning the lottery, John decided to spend his fortune by buying a speedway and hosting races every weekend. Unfortunately, he soon realized that he had no idea how to run a speedway and ended up crashing into the barrier multiple times during practice sessions.

Spotters A person who is extremely observant and always on the lookout for something interesting, usually at a sporting event or other gathering.  ■ "I never go to a football game without my trusty spotters. They help me keep track of every play and make sure I don't miss any important moments."

tabs A collection of tabs, typically found on the edge of a web browser or spreadsheet program. Tabs are used to keep track of multiple web pages or files open at once.  ■ "I have 50 tabs open in my web browser right now. I should really start using bookmarks.", A piece of paper used to write on, often found in a notebook or journal.  ■ "I need more tabs for my journal. These ones are getting a little too messy."

Tally To keep a record of something by marking it with a line or dot, usually on paper.  ■ I had to tally up all the receipts to figure out how much I spent at the store today., To count something, often as a way of keeping track of it.  ■ "I tallied up all the votes and the candidate won by a narrow margin.", To make a list or register of someone's debts, especially when they are due to be paid.  ■ "The creditor tally was so high that the debtor had to file for bankruptcy."

Thready A person who is ready for anything and always has a plan. Thready people are calm, collected, and efficient.  ■ "I'm thready to tackle any challenge that comes my way," said the world-class athlete, as she jogged around the track with her eyes closed.

Tracer A person or thing that leaves a trail of clues behind, typically in order to be found.  ■ When the police were looking for the thief who stole my bike, they used a tracer to track down his location. But instead of leading them to the thief, the tracer just led them to a pile of stolen bikes!

tracker A device or program used to track the movements of a person, animal, or object.  ■ James accidentally left his phone at home, so he had to rely on his trusty GPS tracker to keep tabs on him while he was out.  ■ I used a fitness tracker to monitor my daily steps and calories burned, but it started malfunctioning when I tried to use it in the shower.

Trackers A device or system used to monitor and track the location of a person or object.  ■ "My boss uses GPS trackers on all of his employees to make sure they're not slacking off at work.", A group of people who follow and harass someone, often online.  ■ "I had to disable my Twitter account after I started getting trackers from a troll who was constantly attacking me."

Treasurer A person who is responsible for managing the finances of an organization or individual. They keep track of income, expenses, and investments, and make decisions about how to allocate resources.  ■ The treasurer of the local community center was furious when she found out that someone had stolen a box of donuts from the break room. She immediately called the police and demanded justice!