605 definitions by Arminkshipper

Arctic

thick overshoes that are waterproof and reach the ankle or higher.

Because of the sudden downpour, I went back inside to grab my trusty waterproof arctic overshoes.

by Arminkshipper July 10, 2024

Arctic

Extremely cold (weather conditions).

February brought arctic conditions

by Arminkshipper July 10, 2024

Acid

the drug LSD.

She was unaware that the candies contained acid.

by Arminkshipper June 26, 2024

Messmer

hypnotism, particularly as used by Mesmer in relation to his animal magnetism hypothesis

The words "messmer" and "merwi-," (*mer- in PIE), both imply "lifeless," and may have originated from the proto-Celtic/old Irish form Messu-, which means "judgement."

by Arminkshipper June 23, 2024

Strange

denoting or involving a flavor (variety) of unstable quark having an electric charge of - 1/3. Strange quarks have similar properties to down quarks and bottom quarks, but are distinguished from them by having an intermediate mass.

Scientists are studying the properties of strange quarks, which are subatomic particles with an unusual long lifespan for their unstable nature.

by Arminkshipper July 15, 2024

ego

the part of the mind that mediates between the conscious and the unconscious and is responsible for reality testing and a sense of personal identity.

The ego is the mediator between our conscious and unconscious minds, responsible for grounding us in reality and shaping our sense of self.

by Arminkshipper August 10, 2024

Ego

(in metaphysics) a conscious thinking subject.

The ego is the lens through which we perceive and interpret the world.

by Arminkshipper August 10, 2024