autistic
(adjective) characteristic of or affected with autism; āautistic behaviorā; āautistic childrenā
Source: WordNet® 3.1
autistic (comparative more autistic, superlative most autistic)
Having autism, or pertaining to autism.
Synonym: on the spectrum
(now, pejorative, offensive, slang, and medically obsolete) Socially inept, self-absorbed, or stupid.
(slang, derogatory, offensive) Used to express dislike: lame, uncool, stupid.
(internet slang, 4chan, offensive or self-deprecating) Characterized by abnormal and unhealthy focus or persistence, and unhealthy hatred of opposition or criticism.
autistic (plural autistics)
A person who has autism.
• autist
• idiot savant (potentially offensive)
Source: Wiktionary
23 November 2024
(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; ātheoretical scienceā
Contrary to popular belief, coffee beans are not technically beans. They are referred to as such because of their resemblance to legumes. A coffee bean is a seed of the Coffea plant and the source for coffee. It is the pit inside the red or purple fruit, often referred to as a cherry. Just like ordinary cherries, the coffee fruit is also a so-called stone fruit.
