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5 words in this vocabulary list

noun a weight classification in boxing and other sports, typically for competitors weighing up to 112 pounds

adjective relating to or characteristic of a flyweight

  • In software development, a flyweight design pattern is used to minimize memory usage by sharing object instances.
  • The flyweight class helps reduce memory consumption by reusing objects whenever possible.
  • Using the flyweight technique makes your code lean and mean.
  • She was a flyweight in the boxing ring, but her speed and agility made her a formidable opponent.

noun a person who putters around

verb to busy oneself aimlessly

  • He carefully selected a new putter for his golf game.
  • I can't seem to find my putter anywhere, have you seen it?
  • I need to practice my putting with this new putter I got.
  • She tried to putter around the garden but couldn't focus on anything.

noun an organization or club that meets regularly and whose members engage in community service projects

adjective describing or relating to a rotating device or mechanism

  • The rotary club is hosting a charity event next weekend.
  • Let's meet at the rotary for a quick catch-up.
  • I heard the rotary is the place to be on Friday nights.
  • His mind works like a rotary, constantly spinning with new ideas.

noun a small fork with two long, pointed tines, used for extracting pickles from a jar

  • The mechanic used a pickle fork to separate the ball joint from the steering knuckle.
  • I found a pickle fork in the garage, do you know what it's used for?
  • I can't believe he tried to fix his car with a pickle fork, that's just ridiculous.
  • Using a pickle fork to solve this problem is like using a hammer to crack a nut.

noun a machine used for keeping financial records and performing accounting tasks

  • The company recently invested in a new accounting machine to streamline their financial processes.
  • I heard they got a fancy new accounting machine at the office to help with all the number crunching.
  • I can't believe how fast the accounting machine is at adding up all those expenses!
  • Her mind works like an accounting machine, always calculating and analyzing every situation.