ham
Pronunciation: [hæm]
Word
Context: "food"
(noun) a type of meat that comes from a pig. It's often cooked and served in slices, like in sandwiches or for breakfast.
Example
We had ham and cheese sandwiches for lunch.
Example
I don't like eating ham because I'm a vegetarian.
Example
Do you want ham on your sandwich or something else?
Context: "performing arts"
(noun) someone who tries very hard to get attention while acting, often in a funny way. Think of a person who is very silly or over-the-top in their performances.
Example
The kids loved the ham in the play because he made everyone laugh.
Example
She wasn't trying to be a ham at the party; she was just being herself.
Example
Is he always such a ham when he's in front of a crowd?
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