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Seinfeld S9E17: English vocabulary

Season 9, Episode 17Comedy

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  • shoplifter

    Word

    a person who steals goods from a shop or store

  • tarry

    Word

    to delay doing something; to stay somewhere longer than planned

  • jostle

    Word

    to push or bump against someone roughly, especially in a crowd

  • nightcap

    Word

    a drink, especially an alcoholic one, taken before going to bed

  • worser

    Word

    an old or nonstandard comparative of bad, meaning worse

  • shoplifting

    Word

    to steal goods from a store

  • ratting

    Word

    the act of hunting or trapping rats

  • defile

    Word

    to make something dirty, impure, or morally bad

  • equine

    Word

    relating to horses or the horse family

  • conveyance

    Word

    the act of carrying or transporting something from one place to another

  • strapping

    Word

    tall, strong, and healthy-looking

  • conducive

    Word

    helping to make something happen or develop

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  • cashmere

    Word

    a very soft, fine wool from a special kind of goat

  • poncho

    Word

    a loose piece of clothing that hangs over the shoulders and covers the body

  • wicker

    Word

    thin, flexible twigs used for making baskets and furniture

  • nibble

    Word

    to take small bites of something

  • impressionist

    Word

    an artist, writer, or composer who uses impressionism

  • zigzag

    Word

    a line or path that turns sharply back and forth

  • evener

    Word

    something that makes a surface, line, or shape even or level

  • bran

    Word

    the outer layer of grain that is removed when flour is made

  • pagoda

    Word

    a tall building with several levels, often found in Asian temples

  • overcoat

    Word

    a long, warm coat worn over other clothes in cold weather

  • loaning

    Word

    the act of lending something to someone

  • stripping

    Word

    the act of removing a covering, layer, or clothes

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  • Last Day

    Phrase

    the day when God judges everyone, according to Christian belief

  • simmer

    Word

    to cook something gently just below boiling point

  • soothing

    Word

    making you feel calm and relaxed

  • pastoral

    Word

    relating to the countryside and a simple, peaceful country life

  • real one

    Phrase

    an informal way to say someone is very loyal, helpful, or supportive

  • toasting

    Word

    the act of drinking a drink in honor of someone or something

  • tabling

    Word

    the act of postponing a proposal or motion for later discussion

  • in the act

    Phrase

    while someone is doing something wrong, illegal, or secret

  • make an example of

    Phrase

    to punish someone severely in order to warn other people

  • excursion

    Word

    a short trip, usually for pleasure or as part of a group activity

  • stuff out

    Phrase

    to fill something too full so that it bulges or spills out

  • spirited

    Word

    full of energy, enthusiasm, and confidence

  • collateral

    Word

    property or other valuable item used to secure a loan

  • time in

    Phrase

    to record that you have started work or a shift

  • cold turkey

    Phrase

    to stop doing or using something all at once, especially an addictive habit

  • prosecute

    Word

    to start legal action against someone, especially for a crime

  • opium

    Word

    a strong addictive drug made from the juice of the opium poppy

  • find out

    Phrase

    to discover or learn something, especially by asking or checking

  • smoothing

    Word

    the process of making a surface or material smooth

  • motivate

    Word

    to give someone a reason or desire to do something

  • take that

    Phrase

    used to say you have won or beaten someone

  • what's the deal

    Phrase

    an informal way of asking what is happening or what the situation is

  • ring in

    Phrase

    to celebrate the start of something, especially a new year or season

  • rat out

    Phrase

    to tell the police or other authorities about someone’s wrongdoing

  • bagging

    Word

    the act of putting things into bags or packages

  • swarm

    Word

    a large group of insects flying or moving together

  • muffin

    Word

    a small sweet cake, usually baked in a cup-shaped mold

  • simmer down

    Phrase

    to become calm or quiet, especially after being angry or excited

  • what do you want

    Phrase

    a rude way of asking why someone is bothering or interrupting you

  • cheat on

    Phrase

    to be sexually unfaithful to your partner

  • puke

    Word

    to vomit

  • bossed

    Word

    to give someone orders in a rude or controlling way

  • hit the head

    Phrase

    to go to the toilet

  • pant

    Word

    to breathe quickly and loudly, usually because you are tired or hot

  • postman

    Word

    a person whose job is to deliver mail and parcels

  • work in

    Phrase

    to find time or space for something in a busy schedule or limited place

  • health club

    Phrase

    a place where people go to exercise, often with equipment and classes

  • scare into

    Phrase

    to frighten someone so they do something

  • get over

    Phrase

    to recover from an illness, shock, or painful experience

  • back up

    Phrase

    to support a claim with facts or proof

  • break up

    Phrase

    to make a group of people separate and go away

  • the way

    Phrase

    as; in the same way that

  • humiliate

    Word

    make someone feel ashamed, embarrassed, or foolish

  • outlaw

    Word

    a person who has broken the law and is hiding from the authorities

  • sewer

    Word

    an underground pipe or system of pipes that carries away waste water and sewage

  • smack

    Word

    to hit someone or something with a quick, sharp blow

  • kind of

    Phrase

    to some extent; fairly

  • one way

    Phrase

    allowing travel in only one direction

  • see ya

    Phrase

    a casual way to say goodbye

  • get better

    Phrase

    to become healthier or improve

  • leave it alone

    Phrase

    to stop touching, changing, or interfering with something

  • oh man

    Phrase

    used to show frustration, disappointment, or annoyance

  • yeah right

    Phrase

    an expression used to show that you do not believe what someone has said

  • potato salad

    Phrase

    a salad made with potatoes, usually served cold

  • break room

    Phrase

    a room at work where people can rest, eat, or have a drink

  • soup kitchen

    Phrase

    a place where free meals are given to people who need them

  • reading material

    Phrase

    books, articles, or other written things to read

  • offence

    Word

    a minor act that breaks a law or rule

  • upper body

    Phrase

    the part of your body above the waist

  • upsetting

    Word

    making someone feel unhappy, worried, or upset

  • conviction

    Word

    a strongly held belief or opinion

  • bravo

    Word

    used to praise a performance or show approval

  • turner

    Word

    a person who shapes wood, metal, or other material on a lathe

  • big deal

    Phrase

    something that is not important or impressive

  • database

    Word

    a collection of organized information stored on a computer

  • plan on

    Phrase

    to intend or expect to do something

  • walk around

    Phrase

    to walk around an area without a clear purpose

  • righter

    Word

    more correct or more suitable

  • cocoa

    Word

    a brown powder made from cocoa beans, used in baking and drinks

  • sensible

    Word

    showing good judgment and practical thinking

  • stand up

    Phrase

    to support or defend someone or something

  • phone number

    Phrase

    the set of digits you use to call a particular phone

  • guinea

    Word

    an old British coin worth 21 shillings

  • mores

    Word

    the customs and accepted ways of behaving in a society or group

  • oh yeah

    Phrase

    used to show agreement or understanding, or to react with surprise or excitement

  • end up

    Phrase

    to finally be in a situation, often unexpectedly

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