Cooking Quote by Ambrose Bierce
“FROG, n. A reptile with edible legs”
About This Quote
Source Dictionary entry: 1888, The Devil's Dictionary, Ambrose Bierce
A humorous definition that likens a frog to a reptile with edible legs, highlighting absurdity in classification.
In simple terms: A funny, absurd definition.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate humor in language.
Themes
humor
language
absurdity
Mood
playful
ironic
Type
satirical
humorous
When to use this quote
- reading dictionaries
- teaching language
- creative writing
Key Concepts
satire
lexicography
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humor affect perception of facts?
- Why use absurdity in definitions?
A Different Perspective
May trivialize biological facts.
