English Dictionary (Humor) beta

hemlines The line where one's clothes end. Also, the line between what's acceptable and what's not.  ■ "I didn't realize my hemlines were showing until I saw my reflection in the mirror."

About Something that's not really important, but people often want to know anyway.  ■ "So, what's about this weather today? It's pretty sunny, if you ask me."

architects A group of people who design buildings and plan cities.  ■ "I can't believe these architects are still using blueprints made by hand! What's next, quills and ink?"

Authority The right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience.  ■ "I may not have authority over your life, but I do have the authority to tell you what's best for you."

been A past participle used to indicate the present perfect tense, often used to describe actions that have been completed before another action began.  ■ "I have been waiting for an hour. What's the hold up?"

butterfly A flying insect with iridescent wings that is often depicted in children's stories.  ■ "I don't know what's gotten into the butterflies today, but they're all fluttering around like crazy!"

Cardiogram A test used to diagnose cardiovascular disease. Also known as an ECG.  ■ "I'm not sure what's wrong with my heart, but I think I need a cardiogram. Maybe it's because I've been eating too much bacon and eggs."

Convictions A strong belief or theory, often unfounded and based on personal bias.  ■ "I'm convinced that pineapple pizza is delicious! I mean, what's not to love about savory ham and pineapple on a crust?"

dude A term of address used to refer to a young man who is laid-back, easygoing, and unconcerned with the formalities of language and social convention.  ■ "What's up, dude? Wanna grab some tacos?"

el A humorous term used to refer to a group of individuals.  ■ "I heard the el was having a meeting tonight, I should probably stay away from it if I know what's good for me."

faults A small, often imperceptible flaw or mistake that makes something or someone flawed.  ■ "I love my car, except for its faulty brakes. I don't know what's wrong with me!"

Greeting A polite and friendly way of saying hello or greeting someone. Also used to refer to the act of welcoming guests or visitors.  ■ "Hey, what's up buttercup?" is not a traditional greeting.

hells a state of extreme confusion or bewilderment  ■ "I have no idea what's going on, I'm in total hells!"

liberal A person who believes in freedom, equality, and democracy.  ■ Example usage: "I may be a liberal, but I'm not afraid to stand up for what's right!"

livers An organ of the digestive system that is responsible for processing and extracting nutrients from food.  ■ I'm not sure what's wrong with my livers, they've been running on empty since breakfast.

Message A brief written or spoken communication that conveys information, usually in the form of a text message.  ■ "Hey, what's up? Want to grab some pizza later?"

mini A person or thing that is very small, especially in comparison to something else.  ■ "That miniature car can fit in my pocket! What's next - a miniature house on wheels?"

Parrots noun: A group of people who are always arguing and never agreeing on anything.  ■ "I don't know what's wrong with these parrots, they can't even decide on what to eat for lunch!"

Plagues A disease or other affliction that is widespread and affects many people.  ■ "I don't know what's worse: the plague of mosquitoes or the plague of in-laws."

Polarity The opposite of magnetic poles, or the opposite of something positive and negative.  ■ "I don't know what's wrong with you, you're always so positive all the time! You need to find your polarity."

prioritizing The art of deciding what's most important and doing it first, while ignoring everything else.  ■ "I prioritize eating pizza over studying for my exams because I can't resist the temptation."

recon A fancy way of saying "scouting ahead to find out what's up"  ■ "I need to do some recon on the competition before I launch my product."

right The correct opinion or course of action, as determined by a higher power or authority.  ■ When in doubt, just do what's right.

Righteous A person who is morally and ethically correct, usually by following the teachings of their religion.  ■ "I may not always be righteous, but I try to do what's right in the eyes of my conscience."

shaggy A person with unkempt, matted hair that resembles the shagginess of a sheep's wool.  ■ "I don't know what's gotten into my cat - he's become so shaggy, I think he's been rolling in the dirt!"

slang A set of informal words and phrases used by a particular group of people, often to express humor or slang.  ■ "Yo, what's up buttercup? You wanna hang out at the crib?"

specifically In a very particular and precise way, often with an emphasis on excluding other possibilities.  ■ I specifically asked for the vegetarian option, but the waiter still gave me a steak. What's up with that?

Third A number that is the sum of two other numbers, minus one.  ■ "What's the third biggest number in this list? It must be 2.5!"

uppers A word that sounds like "upper" but actually means something else entirely.  ■ "I took some uppers this morning and now I'm buzzing with energy! But wait, what's a 'cappuccino'?

Uterine An extremely unpleasant and uncomfortable sensation, usually accompanied by excessive sweating and nausea.  ■ "I don't know what's wrong with me, I get uterine every time I eat spicy food."

Authenticity The quality or qualities of being real; genuine; not fake or counterfeit.  ■ That expensive handbag may look authentic, but I'm pretty sure it's a knockoff. After all, what's the point of having an "authentic" product if you can't brag about how fake it is?

buck A male deer.  ■ I saw a buck in the forest today. It was so majestic, I couldn't help but take a picture with my phone.; A unit of currency used in some countries, especially in Canada and the United States.  ■ I need to withdraw $50 from the ATM. Can you spare a buck?; A term used to refer to a man who is particularly handsome or attractive, often in a derogatory way.  ■ "Hey, what's up with that buck over there?" asked John, gesturing towards the man walking down the street.

entrails The innards or internal organs of an animal, especially those found in the abdomen and pelvis. Also used figuratively to refer to someone's personal feelings or thoughts.  ■ "I don't know what's gotten into him, but he's been acting really weird lately - it's like he's lost his entrails!"

government The group of people who make the important decisions for a country, state, or local area. They are usually elected by the people.  ■ "I don't trust the government to do what's best for us. They always seem to have their own agenda."

Interfering Actively disrupting or meddling in someone else's business, usually with the intent of causing trouble or making a point.  ■ "John kept interfering in my relationship with his ex-girlfriend. When I confronted him about it, he just grinned and said 'Well, I have to do what's best for me'.

machinery A collection of complex devices and systems designed to perform specific tasks or functions, often involving the use of motors and gears.  ■ "The machinery in my garage is always making strange noises, but I can never seem to figure out what's wrong."

Oceanographic The study of the ocean, its geology, chemistry, biology, and all the other fascinating things that go on there. Or in other words, the ultimate source of all that "deep blue" eye-candy.  ■ When I learned that oceanographers use sonar to map the seafloor, I realized that my entire childhood had been a lie. What's the point of watching "The Little Mermaid" if they're not even swimming on the real thing?

Sciences A field of study that uses systematic methods to discover and explain natural phenomena. It is often associated with boring lectures, lab coats, and glasses.  ■ John was so bored by his science class that he fell asleep during the lecture on photosynthesis. He woke up when the professor asked him a question about chlorophyll, but all he could think of was "What's chlorophyll?"

teenaged The stage of human development between puberty and adulthood, characterized by a strong desire for independence and rebellion.  ■ "I may be teenaged, but I still know what's right and wrong. Don't try to fool me with your silly antics."

Topic A subject or theme that is commonly discussed or debated, especially in a group or a public forum.  ■ "What's the hottest topic in politics right now?" asked John, who was clueless because he never pays attention to anything outside of sports and video games.

tuna A large, fast-swimming fish with a streamlined body and thick, scaly skin. Often referred to as the "king of the sea" due to its size and strength.  ■ "I caught a huge tuna last week while on vacation in Hawaii!"; A slang term for "nothing". Used when someone asks about something and you have nothing to say.  ■ "What's up?" "Oh, just tuna."

uncertainty The feeling of being unsure about something or someone. It's like trying to figure out what's going on in your cat's head.  ■ "I'm so uncertain about my future that I keep changing my major every semester. One day I was an art history major, the next a marine biology major, and now I'm studying to be a professional yo-yoer."