Unless you’ve been hiding in a bunker the last few years, you’re probably familiar with the shortage of ICU beds in the United States, likely due to staffing shortages and an increase in COVID cases. But do you know what the abbreviation ICU stands for or what it means? In this guide, we’re exploring the … Continued
If you’re a die-hard fan of the popular sitcom The Big Bang, then you’re likely familiar with the number 73 — AKA the perfect number, according to Dr. Sheldon Cooper. Zero is another famous number, first used by the Sumerians nearly 5,000 years ago, as is 666, which is infamous for being the number of … Continued
If you ask us, The Thinker (AKA, Le Penseur) is one of the most iconic sculptures known to man. Originally a part of Rodin’s The Gates of Hell, The Thinker depicts a nude male who is clearly absorbed in thought (θɑːt, THôt). That said, what exactly does the word thought mean, and where did it … Continued
If you’re a Star Wars junkie or a die-hard Family Guy fan, you’ve likely come across the memorable phrase, “It’s a trap!” once or twice. Still, what exactly does the word “trap” mean? In this post, we’re exploring the vast world of terminology to uncover the definition behind the word trap. So, if you’ve ever … Continued
Have you ever wondered what the word discharge means? Well, this word actually has a few definitions. If you’ve ever been confused when hearing it, maybe it’s because one of these definitions has eluded you. The word discharge and its various meanings are pretty straightforward, but it can be easy to mix them up. That’s … Continued
The acronym PUA is an interesting yet potentially confusing acronym. There are a few different definitions for this set of letters that could not be more different from each other. This could potentially cause a lot of confusion and bring a lack of clarity to a conversation if not everybody knows all of the definitions … Continued
Adjudicate is quite an interesting word. It isn’t the most commonly used word, but it still has a valuable place in our language. Knowing this word would be a great way to increase your vocabulary for your writing or speech. After reading this complete guide to the word adjudicated, you’ll have a full understanding of … Continued
Believe it or not, there are more than 600,000 words that make up the Oxford English Dictionary. Yup, it’s true — the dictionary has thousands of words, some of which you probably use on a daily basis. While you likely know the meaning behind many of these words, chances are there are quite a few … Continued
In addition to the thousands of words that make up the English language, there are also a number of symbols, “*” being one of them. Otherwise known as the asterisk symbol, “*” is found above the “8” key on standard US keyboards — but what does it mean? We’ll tell you. In this post, we’re … Continued