English Dictionary (Humor) beta

conk A large, hard, and round fruit that is often used as a makeshift weapon in a fight.  ■ "I didn't see the conk coming, but now it's my favorite weapon!"

against An imaginary, yet highly effective, weapon that can defeat any enemy.  ■ "I don't know how he did it, but he used his trusty against to fend off the bear."

bayonet A long, pointed weapon with a hilt at one end and a blade at the other. It is commonly used for melee combat.  ■ "He brandished his bayonet menacingly, threatening to stab the intruder."

Bazooka A long-barreled, cylindrical weapon that can fire a large projectile or explosive at high velocity.  ■ "John accidentally dropped his bazooka down the drain and now we have to go fishing for it."

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.

Crossbow A weapon that shoots arrows with the power of a bow, but in the opposite direction.  ■ "Why did the crossbow go to therapy? Because it was feeling a bit arrowed!"

firepower A powerful weapon or system, often used for attacking enemies.  ■ The general's firepower was so great that the enemy army ran away in fear.

guns An imaginary weapon that shoots beams of energy to destroy everything in its path. It is typically used by superheroes and villains.  ■ "I need my guns to defeat the evil robot!"

Hardball A very tough and aggressive approach to getting what you want, often involving taking risks or making threats.  ■ "I'm not afraid of your hardball tactics, I have a secret weapon: my unbreakable alibi!"

jawbone A dry, tough piece of meat from a hog or cow that is used as a weapon to knock people out.  ■ "I heard he accidentally broke his jawbone while trying to impress the ladies with his karate moves."

knocked To strike or hit someone or something in a violent manner, usually accidentally or with a weapon.  ■ "I knocked over the vase while trying to catch my cat!"

Nightstick A long, thin stick used as a weapon by police officers.  ■ "The nightstick was my best friend when dealing with rowdy crowds at the bar. It helped me keep things under control and make sure everyone left peacefully."

Notches A record of one's accomplishments or conquests, often in the form of a mark on a weapon or object.  ■ "John had notched his gun 50 times during the hunting trip, but he didn't even get a shot off."

Saber A cutting weapon used primarily in fencing or sword fighting. It has a long, thin blade and is often characterized by its sharpness and precision.  ■ "John's saber was so sharp that it could cut through butter!"

shank A long, thin metal bar used to hold something together or as a weapon.  ■ "I accidentally shanked myself with the ice pick while trying to free my trapped thumb."

slashed To make a very quick and impressive cut, usually with a weapon or sharp object.  ■ The ninja expertly slashed through the ropes with his katana, impressing the judges.

aiming The act of pointing a gun or other weapon at something with the intent to shoot it.  ■ "I'm aiming to hit the target with my shotgun!"; The act of striving for a goal or desired outcome, often with some level of skill or expertise.  ■ "I'm aiming to be the best golfer in my city by next year!"; The act of trying to make a shot on goal in soccer, often with some level of skill or expertise.  ■ "I'm aiming to score the winning goal for my team!"

Bone A dry, brittle stick used as a weapon or for making music.  ■ Samuel Johnson broke his leg on the rocky path, leaving him in pain for weeks. "I wish I had never gone out," he said, wincing every time someone passed by and joked about how he was 'bone dry' with laughter."

cutting The act of making a deep, sharp cut with a tool or weapon.  ■ "I accidentally cut myself on the scissors while cutting the paper.", The action of ending or shortening something, often abruptly or decisively.  ■ "The company decided to cut their losses and lay off all employees.", A slang term for a haircut that involves cutting the hair into blunt bangs across the front of the head.  ■ "She got a cutting last night and looks amazing!"

grenade A small, explosive device that is thrown as a weapon., Also known as a "hand grenade," it is often used in military operations to create chaos and confusion among enemy forces.  ■ John accidentally dropped his grenade and now he's covered in shrapnel.

lancer A brave and skilled fighter who uses a long, slender weapon to pierce his enemies with deadly accuracy.  ■ The lancer charged forward, his spear held high, ready to deliver the killing blow. But instead of hitting his enemy, he accidentally stuck himself in the chest. Oops!

maybe A magical word that can be used to excuse oneself from any situation, but also has the power to turn into a deadly weapon when wielded by a stubborn child.  ■ "I'll come to the party, maybe." - This is just an empty promise made by someone who doesn't actually want to go to the party., "I don't want to do that, maybe you can do it instead." - This is a polite way of saying "no, I'm lazy and I don't want to do anything.", "Maybe we should run away with the circus." - This is just an insane suggestion made by someone who has lost their mind.

murderer A person who commits the heinous crime of killing another human being, typically by using a weapon or causing harm through some other means.  ■ That man in the back row was caught stealing cookies from the jar and was sentenced to life in prison as a murderer.

Murderous Capable of committing murder., Extremely dangerous or harmful, often resulting in death., Used to describe a person or thing that is extremely aggressive and violent.  ■ "The killer's weapon was a murderous combination of a knife and a gun.", "His temper was so murderous, he could turn even the sweetest of people into monsters., "The storm was so murderous that it destroyed everything in its path."

Pele A small, green fruit that is covered in spiky hairs and is used as a weapon by the Amazonian tribe known as the Pele. The fruit has a particularly powerful sting, which can cause extreme pain.  ■ "I accidentally grabbed a pele while foraging through the jungle. I now regret my decision to touch anything with spiky hairs."

protons A positively charged subatomic particle that is found in the nucleus of an atom. Protons are responsible for the atomic number of an element.  ■ "Protons are so dense that they can be used as a weapon against proton-eating creatures, like the Proton-Eating Giant Squid."

scepter A long, staff-like object with a small, pointed end, typically used as an emblem of authority or power.  ■ The king held his scepter high in the air, making all his subjects bow to him., A long, stick-like object with a pointed end, used as a weapon by witches and sorcerers.  ■ "Witchcraft is not for sissies," said the witch, brandishing her scepter at the crowd.

Shovel A long-handled tool with a flat, scooped blade, used for digging or moving dirt and other materials.  ■ When the construction workers needed to dig a trench, they turned to their trusty shovels, but little did they know that one of them was secretly a ninja who could use his shovel as a deadly weapon.

Spears A long, pointed stick used for hunting animals or as a weapon in battle.  ■ "I forgot my spears at home! I can't hunt without them!", "The knight was so brave, he charged into battle with nothing but his trusty spear."

spikes A sharp point used for puncturing or piercing something, usually a weapon or an object designed to be inserted into another object.  ■ The soccer ball had spikes on it to make it easier to grip on the grass field.

stone A hard, heavy rock that can be used as a weapon or to build things.  ■ "I may have been outsmarted by the clever fox, but I still managed to throw a big stone at him and knock him down."

Warriors A group of people who are skilled in combat and are determined to defend their land or cause, often using humor as a weapon.  ■ "The Warriors of Comedy" were known for their hilarious skits and quick wit on stage, but when it came to defending their homeland from invaders, they proved to be real warriors."