Word Cache-EP 41
WordCache X Spy X Family Ep 1 (Spoiler alert)
# strix
S-T-R-I-X
The type genus of the family Strigidae comprises owls that lack ear tufts, including the tawny owl and the barred owl.
- “We are calling it ‘Operation Strix!’” the head of secret agent “ Cipher C” asserted.
- The strix in mythology is a bird that brings omens or a bird-like demon that feasts on
human flesh and blood.
# fabricate
F-A-B-R-I-C-A-T-E
To invent or produce something false in order to deceive someone.
- “That should make it all the easier to fabricate a new family history.” –Loid Forger on adopting a child for his undercover espionage activity.
- Dude, your story is terribly fabricated and doesn’t even hold water at all!
# telepath
T-E-L-E-P-A-T-H
A person who has the ability to know what is in someone else’s mind, or to communicate with someone mentally, without using words or other physical signals.
- “Can’t let Papa know that Anya is a telepath,” Anya thought to herself.
- How the hell am I supposed to know what takeout you want for dinner, young lady? Do I look like a telepath?
# value
V-A-L-U-E
(In the story) the importance or worth of something for someone
- “Anya is a good value!’ Anya protested and almost cried on the street when she sensed Loid’s hesitation on withdrawing her adoption..
- This guy’s only good values in a relationship are loyalty and his flat but non-volatile personality. Sadge.
# nonsensical
N-O-N-S-E-N-S-I-C-A-L
Silly or stupid; anything or anyway that doesn’t make sense at all.
- ”I need a way to decipher this nonsensical behavior! I need a manual!” –Loid to himself in frustration and confusion on Anya’s actions on the street.
- Quit those nonsensical ways of life–staying up late, binging TV series, and getting addicted to app games and social media–and pull yourself together!