wacky(adj) :(Am)1-foolish; silly. 2-slightly crazy or mad.

wad(n) :a tightly rolled collection of paper money.

wade in/into(v) :to break in esp. a quarrel or argument in a fearful way.

wade through(v) :to finish (sthg long, dull, and tiring) by making much effort.

waffle(v) :(Br)[on]to talk meaninglessly, unnecessarily and too much. _Just stop waffling and get on with your homework!

wag(n) :a clever and amusing male person, esp. one who talks much or in a persuasive way.

waggish(adj) :clever and amusing. _His waggish jokes enjoy everybody at the office.

on the (water) wagon(adj) :not drinking alcohol any longer.

waifs and strays(n) :homeless people (esp. children)

wait up(v) :[for]to go to bed later esp. because of a delay. _Don't wait up for me mummy, I'll come a bit late tonight.

Wake, also Wakey(interj) :(Br) <humor> (used imperatively)Wake up!

Wake up!(v) :(used imperatively) Listen!; Pay attention!

walk away from(v) :(Am)to run faster than or to overcome easily. _Mr. Smith's horse walks away from than all the others in the race, it's really sure to win.

walk off/away with(v) :1-to take without permission; steal. _ He was trying to sell the bicycle that he walked away. 2-to win or gain easily or with little effort.

walk over sb/sthg(v) :1-to treat (sb) cruelly and roughly. _His step mother was always walking over him after daddy goes to work. 2-to defeat or win against esp. very easily. _I bet Bulls walk over the others in the championship.

walk out on(v) :to leave (sb) helplessly; abandon; desert. _The man had walked out on his family and moved to another city with a woman.

walk up(v) :(used imperatively)(used usu. when inviting people to come and see a performance as in a circus)to get in; enter.

walk on air(v) :to be very happy.

walk sb off their feet/legs(v) :to make sb very tired by making them walk much.

walk tall(v) :to be or feel oneself self-confident.

walkabout(n) :(Br)(of an important or powerful person)a walk through crowds of people in order to mingle and talk informally with. _The Queen did her traditional walkabout in the main square.

walkaway(n) :(Am)a contest, competition or a victory that is easily won or gained.

go walkies(v) :(Br)(used for dogs)to go for a walk. _Come on, Spotty, let's go walkies!

walkie-talkie(n) :a portable two-way radio which allows a person to both listen and speak.

walking orders-(Am), also marching orders-(Br)(n) :dismissal from one's job, position, etc.(esp. in the phrase give sb's/get one's walking orders/ marching orders) ._If he keeps being late, he'll get his walking orders.

walkover(n) :1-(Br)an easily gained victory. 2-an advance from one stage of a competition to the next one without having to compete against anyone, because of the sickness or withdrawal of one's opponent.

walk-up(n) :(Am)1-a block of flats that is tall but has no lift. _It's not that easy to live in a 6^th-floor walk-up.

drive/send sb up the wall(v) :to make sb very angry or mad.

go/be/climb up the wall(v) :to become very angry or mad. _The teacher went up the wall when he saw Mary cheating at the exam.

walls have ears :Somebody may hear you and may learn your secret. _How did you know that she was engaged with John. Walls have ears, you know.

wallflower(n) :a person, esp. a man who doesn't take part in any social activity esp. a dance or a party, because of lack of unpopularity, shyness or of not being invited to.

wallop(v) :1-to hit forcefully; beat. 2-[at]to overcome or defeat easily and thoroughly (esp. in a contest, game, etc.) _She walloped him in boxing.

wallop(n) :a hard blow or hit.

walloping(adj) :big; great. _a walloping house.

be wallowing in money(v) :to be extremely rich.

wall-to-wall(adj) :<derog>filling up all the possible space or time; continuous. _The company started a wall-to-wall advertising about their new product.

wally(n) :(Br)a stupid, worthless or useless man or boy.

waltz(v) :1-(used with certain prepositions)to go. _--- through an exam/ --- up a stranger and talk.

waltz off with sthg(v) :1-to take without permission; steal. _He was trying to sell the bicycle which he waltzed off. 2-to win or gain easily or with little effort.

wangle(v) :[into/out of] to obtain sthg esp. by cleverness or trickery; deceive; finagle. _He wangled her into giving him a free ticket for the play.

wangle one's way into/out of(v) :to put oneself into a good situation or to get oneself out of a difficult situation by cleverness or trickery.

wank(n) :(Br)<taboo><slang>an act of masturbating.

wank(v) :(Br)<taboo><slang>to masturbate; jerk off.

wanker(n) :(Br)<taboo><slang>a worthless, or stupid person.

want(v) :1-to have a need for. _This dictionary wants a new cover. 2-should; ought to. _You want to take an aspirin for your headache. 3-[in/out](Am)to want to or to be willing to come (in) or go (out). _What the hell is that cat crying for? -She wants out.

want some doing(v) :to need much effort.

warhorse(n) :1-a veteran who has experienced many battles, wars, etc. 2-a male person who has experienced a lot of action and is eager for more. 3-<derog>sthg very often seen, heard, etc. _His song is a real warhorse of the album.

be in the wars(v) :<humor>(usu. of children)having suffered injury, hurt, etc. _Having seen their child in torn clothes and a few cuts, his mother exclaimed :"Have you been in the wars or what?"

warm sb/sthg up(v) :to make more lively, exciting, etc. _John's arrival warmed up the party.

warm(adj) :1-very close or near sb or sthg that one is looking for, as in games. 2- discomforting or inconvenient.

warpoint(n) :women's cosmetics, as lipstick or rouge.

on the warpath(adj) :very angry, quarrelsome and ready to argue (with sb about sthg)esp. to fight or punish (sb).

warrant(v) :(V+that)to state or declare as certain. _I'll warrant you that I didn't crib off at the exam.

warts and all(adv) :with both good and bad parts. _This is my whole story, warts and all.

come out in the wash(v) :(of a problem, matter, etc.)to be well and all right in the end. (esp. in the phrase it'll come out in the wash.)

wash(v) :[with](used in negative statements)to be accepted ,believed, etc. _Your excuse won't --- with me this time.

wash up(v) :1-(Br)to wash the dirty dishes, forks, plates, etc. after a meal. _Kids, I have to go now, so just choose who will ---. 2-(Am)to wash one's face and hands.

wash one's hands of(v) :to refuse to undertake any responsibility for. _I just --- her after the last narrow escape that we had at the exam.

wash(adj) :washable. _--- cotton.

washed-out(adj) :very tired; weary; exhausted.

(all) washed out(adj) : very tired; weary; exhausted

washed-up(adj) :(of a person)having no chance to succeed; ruined. _He is really a washed-up businessman after he lost his job and wife.

(all) washed up(adj) : (of a person)having no chance to succeed; ruined. _Hey, pal, you're all washed-up, so why are you still trying to do it.

washing-up(n) :(Br)1-the act of washing the dirty dishes. _We'll finally do the washing-up today. 2-the dishes, knives, etc. to be washed. _There's a lot of washing-up to do, so I can't do them all.

washout(n) :sthg failed; failure. _The exam was a real ---, after so much study.

waste one's breath(v) :to be unable to impress or influence sb with what one says. _Don't ---, mummy, he won't listen to your advice. He's really stubborn.

watch out!(v) :(used imperatively) Be careful!; Take care!. _Watch out, guy, that glass over there is about to fall down .

Watch it! :(used imperatively)Be careful!; Take care! _Tommy, --- when you handle the glasses.

watch the clock(v) :to be waiting for the end of one's work day, instead of dealing with one's works.

watch sb like a hawk(v) :to watch sb very closely, esp. in order to catch him while doing sthg wrong, illegal, etc.

watch one's step(v) :to act carefully.

keep one's head above water(v) :to keep oneself out of financial difficulty. _I need some money to ---. I have a number of bills to pay.

(like) water off a duck's back(n) :an advice, warning, or scolding that has no effect or impression on sb. _A severe scolding doesn't avoid him to cut class, it's just water off a duck's back for him.

be/get/land in/into hot water(v) :to get in/into trouble.

of the first water/magnitude/order(adv) :of the best, worst ,etc. kind or sort. _Don't trust him!, he's a trickster ---.

come on in, the water's fine :(used to encourage sb to join an activity or business that one is occupied with)

hold water(v) :to be or can be proved to be true. _He talks too much about the government's economy policy, but his ideas don't hold water.

in (dead) low water(adj) :<rarely used> sad or discouraged, esp. because of not having money.

muddy the waters(v) :<rarely used>to cause trouble or confusion in a situation which is very orderly and clear before.

pour/throw cold water on/over(v) :to discourage or try to prevent sthg esp. by speaking the difficulties, troublesome etc. aloud and in a discouraging way.

waterworks(n) :<derog>tears; act of crying. (esp. in the phrase turn on the waterworks) _Alan, don't tease her, she's going to turn on the waterworks again.

make waves(v) :<slang>(usu. in negative imperatives)to cause trouble.

on the same wavelength(adj) :(as) having similar likes, dislikes, ideas, opinions, etc. (with).

have a way with one(v) :to be charming or attractive in one's manner, appearance, etc. _She has a special way with her, she's unusually attractive.

in the family way(adj) :pregnant.

in a bad way(adj) :1-sick or injured. _I couldn't attend your lecture Sir, but I was awfully ---. 2-in trouble. _I'm ---could you lend me some money.

in a big/small way(adv) :to a great/small degree.

by the way(adv) :(used to introduce a new, or different subject)

go all the way(v) :1-to agree (with sb) completely. 2-to have sexual relationship (esp. before one's marriage) _John, used to tell me that he wanted to go all the way, but I insisted upon waiting for the marriage.

learn/discover/find out sthg the hard way(v) :to learn sthg from one's own experiences rather than others advice or experience.

No way!(interj) :(Am)<slang>(used to express strong refusal)Never; Not at all. _Will you come with me tonight?- ---!, I'm terribly busy.

cannot punch one's way out of a paper bag(v) :to have lack of power, energy, strength, etc.

rub sb (up) the wrong way(v) :to annoy or offend sb.

there is/are no two ways about it(v) :There is no other possibility for sthg.

way out, also way-out(adj) :<slang>very unusual or extraordinary because very modern, etc. _a way-out novel/ This sort of music is too way out for me.

weak at the knees, weak-kneed(adj) :<derog>(of a person)having reduced health, power, determination, etc. esp. after a surprising and unpleasant situation has been suffered; irresolute.

wear one's heart on one's sleeve(v) :to express one's feelings or emotions freely, clearly and openly.(e.g. one's love for sb)

wear the trousers/pants(v) :to be in charge of a marriage. _Mom wears the trousers in our house.

weasel(v) :to be deceitful, sly or evasive.

weasel out(v) :[of]to avoid doing a work, duty, responsibility, etc. esp. by clever means; evade.

under the weather(adj) :1-ill; ailing. 2-rather drunk.

get weaving(v) :1-(Br)to get into a busy state of affairs.2-to begin to do sthg esp. hurriedly

a wee bit(adv) :a little bit; rather.

bide a wee(v) :to stay somewhere for a short time.

wee, also wee-wee(v) :(used by or to children) to urinate; pee.

wee(adj) :excessively small. _You were just a wee girl when you were born.

weed(n) :(Br)<derog>1-(used esp. by or to children) a person who is physically weak and esp. thin and tall. 2-sb who as a weak character. 3-cigarette. 4-<rarely used> <slang>marijuana.

weedy(adj) :(of a person)physically weak and thin.

look like a wet weekend(v) :to look extremely sad.

weeny(adj) :very small.

weepy(adj) :1- about to cry or crying to. 2-(of a film, story, etc.) sorrowful and that makes one sad.

weigh in(v) :[with]to join a quarrel or fight.

throw one's weight about/around(v) :to use one's authority, position, etc. too much in order to impress people. He's always --- ,he tells us the new techniques and machines used in Europe.

weird(adj) :unusual; unreasonable; bizarre. _He has --- ideas about science-fiction.

weird and wonderful(adj) :new but not considered to be very good; new-fangled. _Everyday a great many of weird and wonderful machines are produced, but who assures that all of them are really necessary and practical.

weirdo, also weirdie(n) :an eccentric person with abnormal or weird appearance, way of behavior, ideas, etc.

worth one's/its weight in gold(adj) :excessively valuable. _She is worth her weight in gold for me, she has helped me many times that I really appreciate.

(as) welcome as (the) flowers in May(adj) : very welcome; received with great gladness and pleasure.

well away(adj) :(Br)about to be drunk.

well out of it/that(adj) :lucky or fortunate to be free from (a situation, relationship, etc.) _After I changed my class, I thought I would be really ---!

all very well, also all well and good(adj) :very easy, fine or satisfactory (used to express that one somehow finds it unsatisfactory or not acceptable) _It's ll very well for me to study in the university, but you know, I have a family to feed.

be well up in/on(v) :to be very well informed about.

well-fixed(adj) :having enough money; not in trouble financially.

well-heeled(adj) :very rich.

well-hung(adj) :<slang><taboo> <apprec> 1-(of a man) having a big penis. 2-<rarely used>(of a woman)having large breasts; bosomy.

well-lined(adj) :1-having a lot of money. _ Once I was one of the well-lined pockets among the members. 2-(of one's stomach)full of food.

well-oiled(adj) :<slang>drunk.

well-to-do(n,adj) :rich (person or people); wealthy. _A restaurant for the well-to-do. /_ --- people wandering around the stylish shops.

welly(n) :(Br)infml for wellingtons(=high rubber boots which keeps water from the lower part of the legs)

go west(v) :1-(of people)to die. 2-(of things)to be broken; to be no longer operated or used.

wet(n) :(Br)a person who doesn't have extreme political or social opinions in the British Conservative party

wet(adj) :1-(Br)<derog>(of a person) having lack of determination or strength in one's mind or power. _He's really weak and ---, if he tries to do it, he'll for sure succeed it. 2-permitting, supporting or in favor of the use, manifacturing and selling of alcoholic drinks.

(still) wet behind the ears(adj) :very young and lacking experience, training, etc. _The senior students took no notice of the new teacher, they thought he was wet behind the ears. (also: not dry behind the ears.)

wet blanket(n) :a person who spoils others' enjoyment and fun.

wet one's whistle(v) :<humor>to have an alcoholic drink. _Hey, guys, why don't we go and ---, there is almost an hour for the match.

whack(v) :to hit or give sb a noisy blow.

whack(n) :(usu. sing)a fair share of sthg. _Johnny, did you get your ---. The cake is about to finish.

out of whack(adj) :1-(with) not in accordance or agreement (with). _His reaction for his son's mischief, is always out of whack. 2-out of order.

whacked, also whacked out(adj) : exhausted; weary.

whacking(n) :(Br) a severe blow; a beating.

whacking(adj,adv) :very (big or large). _He bought a --- huge house.

a whale of a time(n) :an extremely good and enjoyable time.

whale(n) :[of]a great amount (of). _There was a whale of highbrows at the conference.

whale(v) :to beat severely; thrash.

wham(n) :(the sound made by)a heavy blow.

and what not(n) :and anything (else of the same sort). _I had my pants, books, and what not in my bag.

give sb/get what for(v) :to punish or scold sb/be punished or scolded severely.

so what? :What is the matter then?

what have you(n) :and anything (else of the same sort) _Her bag was really in great disorder; it was full of lipsticks, cosmetics, and what have you.

what's what(n) :the real state of affairs, things, facts, etc.(esp. in the phrase know what's what. _He is very wealthy, he knows what's what in business affairs.

whatsit(n) :sthg whose name is forgotten at the moment. _Could you give that, whatsit.

what's-his/her/its-name(n) :sb or sthg that one can't remember his/her/its name. _How beautiful she is, isn't she? -Who? - ---, the one at the corner. (also: what-d'you-call-him/her/it/them.)

whatever(pron) :1-anything else like that (usu. used with or) _The guards weren't allowing the people with torn clothes, dirty appearance or whatever. 2-(Am) used as a reply, esp. expresses lack of interest. _Mum, shall I come at eight or nine, tonight? - Whatever!

wheel sb/sthg out(v) :to invent or produce, esp. for a dishonest gain. _He wheeled out some excuse for the teacher's blame.

wheel and deal(v) :to act in a cleverly deceitful and dishonest way esp. in politics or business.

a big wheel(n) :an important, powerful, or influential person.

wheels(n) :(pl.)any vehicle, such as automobile, bicycle, etc. _I still don't have a --- at the age of 30.

wheel horse(n) :a person who studies or works harder than others.

wheeler-dealer(n) :<derog>a person who is successful in business or politics.

wheeeze(n) :a popular story, event, joke, etc. esp. a common one.

where it’s (all) at :(Am)<slang>where the most lively, important, or pleasurable thing, or activity is. _Turkey has quite many beautiful beaches, Turkey is where it’s all at.!

whiffy(adj) :(Br) giving out bad smell; stinking. _a whiffy dog loafing around the streets.

whinge, also winge(v) :(Br)<derog>to complain continually and annoyingly.

crack the whip(v) :to use one's authority, power or influence esp. in a severe and bossy manner; to be in charge. _The boss will be away for two weeks, that's the time I have to crack the whip in the office.

whip(v) :1-to defeat completely. 3-to steal.

whip sb/sthg into shape(v) :to make sb or sthg as one wants esp. in a forceful way.

whippersnapper(n) :<rarely used>a young person who behaves in a very self-confident or self-important way.

whip-round(n) :(Br)a collection of money among a group of people, in order to give away to one of the group member. _We're having a whip-round for Jim, he lost all his possessions in the fire.

give sthg a whirl(v) :to try sthg to see whether it's good, successful, etc. _The committee gave my project a whirl.

whirlybird(n) :(Am)<slang>a helicopter.

by a whisker(adv) :(Br)(esp. after beat/win/lose, etc.)by a very small amount or margin; only just. _The Bulls won the match by a whisker.

blow the whistle (on)(v) :1-to call attention to. _She blew the whistle on herself with her showy and attractive dress. 2-<slang>to inform or squeal sb against. 3-<slang>to make a secret known. 4-to stop or cease sb's wrongdoing. _If the mom learns what we are up to, she'll certainly blow the whistle on it!

(as) clean as a whistle(adj) :free from guilt, doubt, crime or suspicion. _The police searched his desk thoroughly, but it was clean as a whistle.

whistle for it(v) :to ask for sthg esp. money in a helpless way. _Will you give back the money you got? -Money, whistle for it, I don't have any now!

wet one's whistle(v) :<humor>to take an alcoholic drink. _Let's go wet our whistle pal!

(as) white as a sheet(adj) :having a pale face esp. because of fear, illness, etc.

whizz, also whiz(v) :to move or travel very fast. _The car was whizzing past the street.

whizz, also whiz(n) :(usu. sing)a person who is very skilled in the stated activity. _a whiz at billiards.

a whizz kid(n) :a clever and esp. young person who works energetically and determinedly and so has great success in his job, or profession at an early age. _A whizz kid takes the biscuit!

who's :abbrev. for who does. _Who's he laugh at?

who-dun-it, also whodunnit(n) :a mysterious story, film, etc. esp. which is about finding out who the criminal is.

whoop it up(v) :to enjoy oneself to a much degree in a wild and lively manner. _I was given a what for, so I have to study at home while my friends are --- at the party.

make whoopee(v) :to go out for enjoyment.

whoosh(v) :to move fast with a noisy sound.

whop(v) :(Am)to hit, beat, or defeat completely.

whopper(n) :1-sthg very big or large. _Did you see that insect? ---! 2-a big lie. _How did you get permission from your father, I made up a --- for it!

whopping(adj,adv) :(excessively) big or large.

dip one's wick(v) :<slang> to have sexual relationships with sb. _I'm a bit horny, I have to find a whore to ---

get on sb's wick(v) :to make sb angry or annoyed. Will you stop --- and buzz off! (also get on sb's nerves; get on sb's tits<impolite>)

wicked(adj) :1-playful or naughty in an amusingly bad or troublesome way; mischievous. 2-talented, skillful. _My brother, John plays a --- game of tennis.

a wide boy(n) :(Br)<derog>a cleverly deceitful or dishonest person, esp. a businessman.

wig(n) :(Am)<slang>the hair that grows on one’s pubic area; pubic hair.

wigging(n) :(Br)a scolding.

be wild about sb(v) :to be extremely enthusiastic or excited about sb. _She's --- that handsome rock singer.

run wild(v) :to act freely, as one likes or wants.

wildcat(n) :a person who suddenly and easily gets angry.

give sb the/have/get the willies(v) :to cause sb/to be or feel frightened, nervous, worried, or anxious.

win hands down(v) :to succeed or gain a victory easily and with little effort.

wind(n) :meaningless and nonsense words. _His speech was completely a ---, everybody knows he is a real windbag.

get/have wind of(v) :to hear about (sthg secret) in an accidental or indirect way. _Gentleman, this project is top secret, so nobody should --- it.

piss against/into the wind(v) :<slang> <taboo>to try to make an activity (unlikely or impossible to succeed) successful .

put/get// have the wind up(v) :to make// become worried, anxious or afraid.

take the wind out of sb's sails(v) :(usu. passive)to take away sb's confidence, pride or advantage. _He was always arrogant about his fluent pronunciation in English, but when he couldn't pass the proficiency test, he just had the wind taken out of his sails.

wind sb up(v) :(Br)to annoy, tease or deceive sb. esp. in a harmless or playful way.

windbag(n) :a person who talks too much but says little or none of importance.

wing(v) :to wound (sb) superficially esp. in the arm. _The bullet --- him.

clip sb’s wings(v) :to put limit to sb’s power, importance, or influence.

tip sb the/a wink(v) :to give sb a special sign or information; warn sb secretly. _The two juniors smoking at the toilet told a freshman to tip a wink if he sees an officer coming near.

forty winks(n) :(usu. after have)a light sleep (esp. in the daytime); nap.

winkers-(Br)/blinkers-(Am)(n) :the small lights on both sides of a car that show which car the direction will move towards.

winkle sb/sthg out(v) :(Br)[of]to get or learn sthg from sb gradually and esp. forcefully. _The police finally --- the other criminal's identity out of her.

on to a winner(adv) : (after be/get/put) in a lucky situation esp. because one has found or discovered sb or sthg that will make him gain advantage or money. _The company is onto a winner with the new computer network.

wipe sthg out(v) :to cause to become extremely tired; to exhaust.

wipe out(adj) :<slang>1-very tired; weary; exhausted. 2-influenced by drugs.

wire(n) :(Am)a telegram; telegraph.

have/get one’s lines/wires crossed(v) :to misunderstand what sb means, or wants to say, or do etc.

wire(v) :(Am)to send a telegram to; to telegraph.

wise sb up(v) :(Am)to (cause to) learn about the actual and true state of affairs or sb’s true character.

be/get wise to(v) :to be/become informed or learn esp. about sb's dishonest or dishonorable behavior. _Finally, the teacher has got wise to the naughty kid and his cheating at the exams.

none the wiser(adj) :having no knowledge of ,esp. after being told. _I was all --- after the teacher's speech about kinesics.

wisecrack(n,v) :(to make)an amusing remark or reply.

wise guy(n) :a person who thinks himself a wise man, but not actually. _Well, wise guy, now you tell me how to fix that problem, if you’re so clever, of course.

wish sb joy of sthg(v) :<humor>(esp. used when the speaker is glad that he/she doesn't have to experience the stated activity or affair)to hope that sb have fun or enjoyment from sthg. _Even I was glad about staying home alone rather than going out for John's dull party, I wished my friends joy of it anyhow!

a witch hunt(n) :a search or investigation for people who have done sthg dishonest and so have been disloyal esp. in order to punish or get rid of them. _When the teacher realized that the students handed the exam questions he started a witch hunt closely.

Are you with me? :Do you understand or follow what I’ve been saying?

with it(adj) :1-(usu. in negative statements) able to understand easily. _You don’t seem to be with it, Mary, are you somewhat ill? 2-, also with-it(adj) :<slang><rarely used>modern; fashionable. _She always wears with-it clothes, that’s to say she’s quite with it!

at one's wits end(adj) :(of a person)very confused and doesn't know what to do next. _After having 6 exams and I have one more tomorrow, I really am at my wits end trying to study for it!

wolf(v) :[down]to eat quickly. _He wolfed his meal in order not to miss the bus.

wolf(n) :a man who charms women and makes use of them for his pleasure, or enjoyment.

the/sb’s old woman(n) :a person’s wife or mother.

womenfolk(n) :women, esp. female relatives of a woman.

for a wonder(adv) :<rarely used> surprisingly.

wonky(adj) :(Br)not steady; likely to break or fail to stand. _The table's a bit ---!/ She has a wonky heart.

out of the wood(adj) :clear of danger, trouble, or any difficulty, etc.

touch wood(adv) :(used to express hope or wish that sthg unpleasant will not happen or sb’s good luck will last) _I’ve never failed even one test during my 15 years of studying, and I don’t think of afiling from now on as well, touch wood.

wooden head(n) :a stupid person; blockhead.

wooden spoon(n) :(Br)a so-called prize supposed to be given to sb or a team that comes the last in a race, competition, etc.

wood pussy(n) :skunk.

wool(n) :(Am)<slang>the hair that grows on one’s pubic area; pubic hair.

lose sb’s wool(v) :to become slightly angry.

woolly(n) :(usu. pl)knitted garment which is made of wool. _The weather has really started to be cold, so I had better take up the winter woollies.

woozy(adj) :1-dizzy or unsteady, esp. from alcohol or illness. 2-confused.

from the word go(adv) :from the beginning. _From the word go, let me tell you about my holiday. The first day,...

get a word in edgeways(v) :(used only in negatives, questions, etc.)to have a chance to say sthg when another person is speaking. _he talked too much so I couldn't get a word in edgeways in order to ask a question.

not be the word for it(v) :not to be another strong or powerful explanation, or description of sthg. _I haven’t seen him so angry before. No angry is not the word for it!

(upon) my word!/soul!(interj) :<rarely used>an expression of surprise _Upon my soul!, the exam was really easy, I didn't expect it to be so.

words fail me! :I’m greatly surprised, shocked! (so as not to be able to say a word)

work(v) :to arrange (sthg) esp. unofficially. _Hey, how did you work it? - You had 20 days vacation a year, but I heard that you had almost one month off.

work sb over(v) :<slang>to beat or attack sb violently.

work like a beaver(v) :to work very eagerly and effectively.

work like a black/dog/horse/nigger/slave/ Trojan(v) :to work extremely hard.

give sb/sthg the (whole,entire,etc.) works(v) :1-to give sb or sthg the full and complete treatment of which is stated. 2-to attack sb severely, physically, or in words. _He just began to change his life after his wife’s death. _He moved to another city- he changed his job, he just quit smoking, actually he has given his life the whole works.

have one’s work cut out (for one)(v) :to cause to be faced with sthg very difficult. _She doesn’t know how to cook food yet, but she’ll have her work cut out for her when she gets married.

workaholic(n) :<derog>a person who works too hard and sleeps a little.

worked up(adj) :worried or anxious. _Don’t get worked up over your report, I’ll help you.

out of this world(adj) :very extraordinary; unusually good.

would give the world :[for/to inf.] would do anything possible (for sthg or to do sthg.) _I’d give the world to go out with Jane, she’s very very attractive.

on top of the world(adj) :very happy.

worm-eaten(adj) :<derog>old and muchly used.

worrywart(n) :(Am)sb who is very fussy and worried about unimportant matters.

worse luck(interj) :bad luck; unfortunately. _After running away from the school for a week in order to avoid the math homework, I met math teacher at the stadium, and he wanted to bring it tomorrow, ---!

for all one is worth(adv) :using much effort or energy. _He was running for all he was worth to catch the bus before it left.

be not worth the candle(v) :(Br)not to be worth the effort, money, time, etc.

wotcher(interj) :(Br)<rarely used>hello!

wound up(adj) :very anxious, excited, etc.

wow(v) :<slang>to cause great surprise and determination.

wow(n) :a great surprise.

wow!(interj) :(used to express great surprise and admiration) _Wow!, look at that charming woman, I really wish to be in her husband's shoes.

Wrap up! :(used imperatively)Shut up!

wrap sthg up(v) :to conclude or finish (a business, arrangement, etc.) _He wrapped up the report in two days.

wrapped up in(adj) :very much interested with or fond of(sb or sthg)

wrap-up(n) :a short news report.

keep sb/sthg under wraps(v) :to keep (a person, idea, project, etc.) secret from the public. _The new leader of the Party has been kept under wraps for the last two days.

wreck(n) :sthg damaged and almost destroyed. _Hey, what’s that wreck you’re driving. Why don’t you buy a new one?

wriggle out of sthg(v) :to escape or avoid (a difficult or troublesome situation esp. a duty or a responsibility) by pretending, playing tricks, or deceiving.

wrinkle(n) :a useful, clever suggestion, hint, idea, trick, etc.

get hold of the wrong end of the stick(v) :to misunderstand sthg.

write-up(n) :a written report esp. one that gives a description or a judgment about goods, a play, etc. _Yesterday, I read a good write-up in the newspaper about the film “Evita”.