Vocab B Word Flashcards
(30 cards)
What is the definition of balderdash?
Senseless talk or writing; nonsense
Commonly used to describe absurd or ridiculous statements.
Define bale.
A large quantity of something pressed tightly together and tied up
Often refers to materials such as hay or cotton.
What is a ballad?
A long song or poem that tells a story, often about love
Ballads are typically narrative in nature.
What does bandying mean?
Pass on or discuss (an idea or rumour) in a casual or uninformed way
Often involves gossip or informal conversation.
Define banter.
Friendly comments and jokes
Usually light-hearted and playful in nature.
What is bark?
The hard outer covering of a tree and the short, loud noise that a dog makes
Can refer to both a botanical term and an animal sound.
What is a barometer?
An instrument that measures air pressure and indicates changes in weather
Used in meteorology to forecast weather conditions.
What are barracks?
A building or group of buildings in which soldiers live
Essential for military housing and organization.
Define berrel.
A large, round, wooden, plastic or metal container for liquids, that has a flat top and bottom and is wider in the middle
Commonly used for storage of beverages like wine or beer.
What does bask mean?
To lie in or be exposed to warmth and light, especially from the sun
Often used in the context of relaxation and enjoyment.
What is a battery in the context of farming?
A large number of very small cages in which chickens, etc. are kept on a farm
Associated with intensive animal farming practices.
Define behemoth.
Something of monstrous size or power
Often refers to large entities or creatures.
What does bellicose mean?
A person who is fond of fighting
Typically describes aggressive or combative behavior.
What does bellow mean?
To shout in a loud deep voice, especially because you are angry
Also refers to the deep sound made by certain animals.
What is a benefactor?
A person who helps or gives money to a person or an organization
Often involved in charitable contributions.
Define bereft.
Completely lacking something; having lost something and sad and lonely because you have lost somebody/something
Commonly used to describe emotional loss.
What is a bevy?
A group of girls, boys, or birds
Used to describe a collection or gathering.
What is a bibliography?
A list of the books and articles that a writer used when writing a particular book or article
Essential for academic writing and research.
Define bibliophile.
A person who collects or has a great love of books
Reflects a passion for literature.
What does bicentennial mean?
200th anniversary
Significant for commemorating historical events.
What is biennial?
Happening once every two years
Often used in the context of events or publications.
Define bigot.
A person with very strong, unreasonable beliefs or opinions who will not listen to or accept a different opinion
Often associated with intolerance.
What does bilingual mean?
Having or using two languages
Refers to individuals or communities fluent in multiple languages.
What is bimontyly?
Produced or happening every two months or twice each month
Often used to describe schedules or publications.
