an 1881 novel written by mary shelley. arguably one of the earliest known works of science fiction and the origin point for one of fiction's greatest monsters, nobody has read it, because there's a more popular movie.

the plot concerns an obsessive doctor who believes he can synthesize his own life form, but upon doing so, he fails to raise it properly, leading to a very bad wedding, an expedition to the north pole, and many ponderous philosophical arguments.

differences from the source material: in the book, the monster was motivated by revenge outright, and was pretty chatty. since the 1931 movie, people have thought of frankenstein's monster as a voiceless, child-brained hulk who doesn't fully realize the consequences of his own actions.

to be absolutely clear, the monster is not named frankenstein. the monster is never given a name. but we can call him dave, if you like. in any case he is widely acknowledged as one of the all-time groovy ghoulies, like dracula and the wolf man

machine used to make people's voices less pleasant for usage in humorous similes.

(n.) a really big fat rock that floats around in space.

n. In man, the gateway to the soul; in woman, the outlet of the heart

(also: The Devil's Dictionary)

word used when you've already used "potato" and don't want to say the same word twice.

Funny skeleton man from undertale

Perverted firmness. Persistence in the objectionable. Constancy to the opposite view. Another's indirect affirmation of one's fallibility.

someone who enjoys gobbling down fine food

where to begin? egyptian history spans over 5000 years. egypt was ancient long before the single day on which rome was built.

to be as brief as is feasible, the upper and lower portions of egypt first became unified sometime between 3200 and 3000 BC, possibly by somebody named Narmer or Menes, who thus became the founder of the first dynasty of pharaohs. narmer's dynasty dicks around for a bit, leave behind a few prototype tombs in the village of saqqara, and is replaced by a second dynasty. that dynasty does more dicking around and is replaced again. this more or less sets the tone for the rest of egyptian history.

old kingdom egypt (3rd-6th dynasties); the big pointy pyramids you're thinking of come from the fourth dynasty
* an intermediate period (7th-11th dynasties)
middle kingdom egypt (11th-13th dynasties); the book of the dead, that famous egyptian book you've heard of, only shows up in rough draft form around this period
* another intermediate period (13th-17th dynasties)
new kingdom egypt (18th-20th dynasties); tutankhamun, the one pharaoh everyone has heard of, was the second-to-last pharaoh of the 18th dynasty
* sure, why not another intermediate period (21st-25th dynasties), followed by some twilight years (the late period extending to the 31st dynasty), during which egypt got conquered by persians


By this point it's already the 330s BC, and greece (led by alexander the great) took over egypt and left it in control of some doofus named ptolemy. not too long after that, it was conquered again by the romans, by which time we've only just arrived at caesar boinking cleopatra.

(Site). Where you took the idea of this page

adj. Compatible with the will of a judge having jurisdiction.

(also: law)


(also: The Devil's Dictionary)

Terrorist's kinder twin brother but an insurgent's morally grey best friend

(n.) what kids/ teenagers call what's simply day-to-day household upkeep. a point of contention and a reason for whining.

(also: maturity)
(also: upkeep)
(also: household)

(742 – 814) United Europe to form the Carolingian Empire. First western Emperor since the fall of Rome.
(also: 100 most influential people in the world)
(also: charlemagne quotes)

Adding two-digit numbers is like combining two groups of friends. Imagine you have 47 friends in one group and 69 friends in another group. To find out how many friends you have in total, you count the friends from each group separately. You count 4 tens from the first group and 6 tens from the second group, which gives you 10 tens. Then, you count the 7 ones from the first group and 9 ones from the second group, which gives you 16 ones. So, when you add the tens and ones together, you have 10 tens and 16 ones, which equals 116 friends in total!

(also: Subtracting two-digit numbers)
(also: Counting and making change with money)
(also: Measuring and converting units of length)

An ancient Roman who in the blood of his country stained nothing but his hands. Distinguished from the Patrician, who was a saturated solution.
(also: The Devil's Dictionary)

(noun): A persistent and measurable increase in the general price level of goods and services in an economy over a period of time. In simpler terms, it's when everything seems to cost more and your money is worth less. Just think of it as the ultimate prank played on you by the wealthy elite, where they laugh all the way to the bank while you're stuck holding the bag.

(also: health tourism)
Medical tourism is a rapidly growing industry that combines two of our favorite things: travel and healthcare. People from all over the world are seeking medical treatments abroad and the trend shows no signs of slowing down.

Why medical tourism? For starters, the cost of medical procedures can be significantly lower in other countries making it an attractive option for those who are looking to save money on their medical expenses. In addition, many countries offer cutting-edge medical treatments and technologies that may not be available in your home country.

So what's it like to be a medical tourist? Imagine hopping on a plane passport in hand and traveling to a foreign land in search of medical treatment. You might visit a modern hospital in a bustling city complete with world-class facilities and state-of-the-art technology. Or you might venture to a remote tropical location where you can recover in peace and tranquility.

Either way, the experience of medical tourism is often a unique blend of adventure, exploration, and healing. You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in a new culture try new foods and make new friends. You may even discover a hidden talent for haggling at the local market or find that you have a knack for navigating public transportation.

Of course, medical tourism is not without its challenges. You may face language barriers, cultural differences and the stress of being in a foreign country without the support of your friends and family. However, with proper research and planning, these challenges can be overcome and you can have a truly rewarding experience.

So why not give medical tourism a try? Whether you're seeking medical treatment or simply looking for a new adventure, it just might be the trip of a lifetime. And who knows? You might even come back feeling better than ever.

The most common destinations.

Medical Tourism in India
Medical Tourism in Mexico
Medical Tourism in Thailand
Medical Tourism in Malaysia
Medical Tourism in Costa Rica
Medical Tourism in Singapore
Medical Tourism in Turkey
Medical Tourism in South Korea
Medical Tourism in Brazil
Medical Tourism in the Czech Republic


The most common applications.

Dental work (e.g. implants, crowns, bridges)
Cosmetic surgery (e.g. facelifts, tummy tucks, breast augmentation)
Eye surgery (e.g. LASIK, cataract removal)
Orthopedic procedures (e.g. joint replacement, spine surgery)
Cardiovascular procedures (e.g. angioplasty, bypass surgery)
Cancer treatment (e.g. chemotherapy, radiation therapy)
Fertility treatments (e.g. IVF, artificial insemination)
Stem cell therapy
Weight loss surgery (e.g. gastric bypass, lap band)
Neurological procedures (e.g. brain surgery, spinal cord stimulation)

phrase used to get you to stop repeating the joke

(n.) the skin of a pig

this entry would have been funnier if you had read ham and pork first. i guess that's your problem.