body babbling n.— «To begin the learning process, the UC San Diego researchers directed the Einstein robot head (Hanson Robotics’ Einstein Head) to twist and turn its face in all directions, a process called “body babbling.” During this period the...
air cut n.— «In recent years, Suzuki has gained recognition for his unique cutting technique called the “air cut” in which he snips off “unnecessary portions” of a person’s hair resulting in a haircut that not only looks good, but is easier and...
hardware n.—Gloss: a trophy, plaque, or other recognition of winning. «We’ve had such a good season and we’ve got some good, what coach likes to call, “hardware,” and bringing that home is really fun.» —“Gettysburg girls place third in” by Tim...
eyes-free adj.— «This innovative SAM technology, coupled with on-device speech recognition engine, is currently deployed in its award-winning MV900 portable Bluetooth car speakerphone, as well as its upcoming Mvox Duo, the world’s first and...
doughnut council n.— «There’s no doubt certain parts of the state there are too many councils, particularly where you got what’s called the doughnut councils and I’m pleased to see there’s a recognition by councillors in some of those seats...
friendgrief n.— «According to Harold Ivan Smith, one of the country’s leading experts on grief and grieving, the last category, which he refers to as “friendgrief,” is not given the recognition it deserves in the pecking order of the bereaved...
