November 11, 2012

25 Everyday Things You Never Knew Had Names


  • 1. Tittle

    Tittle
    The dot over an 'i' or 'j.'
  • 2. Lunule

    Lunule
    The white, crescent shaped part at the top of a nail.
  • 3. Crepuscular Rays

    Crepuscular Rays
    Rays of sunlight coming from a certain point in the sky. Also known as “God's rays.”
  • 4. Ferrule

    Ferrule
    The metal part on a pencil.
  • 5. Gynecomastia

    Gynecomastia
    Man-boobs.
  • 6. Muntin

    Muntin
    The strip separating window panes.
  • 7. Morton's Toe

    Morton's Toe
    When your second toe is bigger than your big toe.
  • 8. Arms Akimbo

    Arms Akimbo
    Exactly what it looks like. Hands on your hips.
  • 9. Desire Path

    Desire Path
    A path created by natural means, simply because it is the “shortest or most easily navigated” way.

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