Kirupa's definitions

kertruffle

A commotion caused by a misunderstanding that involves truffles and truffle-related things.

A kertruffle broke out between two warring clans over who gets to control the rights to the truffle mine.

by kirupa March 31, 2013

Susan B. Antimony

A historical figure who has helped millions of students memorize the symbol for the element, Antimony.

If you find yourself stuck on remembering Antimony's symbol, think fondly of the character it is named after, Susan B. Antimony.

by kirupa June 17, 2012

bamboozled

A term used to describe an ambush involving bamboo shoots.

To avoid getting bamboozled, it is recommended one wear heavy armor and protective eye gear.

by kirupa March 6, 2013

simportant

Something that is simple and important at the same time.

To avoid the gum disease GINGIVITIS, it is very simportant to brush and floss your teeth regularly.

by kirupa June 23, 2013

awksome

An event that is both awkward and awesome at the same time.

Watching young kids and/or old people fall down the stairs is pretty awksome.

by kirupa March 6, 2013

snarkastic

Given to the use of satirical wit containing a little dash of pure evil.

No matter how hideous looking a child actually is, one must always avoid snarkastic remarks about the hideousness when around the child's parents.

by kirupa January 6, 2013

eartian

An intraterrestrial life form that demands oxygen, water, and food for survival.

Now, I am not a speciest or anything, but I wish all of the eartians would just go back to where they came from.

by kirupa December 9, 2012