brains
/bɹeɪnz/ noun B1- The substance of a brain, as a material or foodstuff.
- The figurative substance of a brain: mental ability, intelligence. · Sadly, I got my brains from my mom and my looks from the mailman.
- The intelligent person or people in a group: the director, planner, administrator, etc. · Who's the brains behind this operation?
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You see, I am stuffed, so I have no brains at all,” he answered sadly.
“Do you think,” he asked, “if I go to the Emerald City with you, that Oz would give me some brains?”
If Oz will not give you any brains you will be no worse off than you are now.”
But I do not want people to call me a fool, and if my head stays stuffed with straw instead of with brains, as yours is, how am I ever to know anything?”
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