We’ve all used those tiny (and, may we add, pathetic) paper condiment cups to dip our french fries and chicken fingers into. You know, those minuscule ones that you dip two fries into, and BAM, the ketchup is already gone. And let’s not even get started with trying to dip your fat chicken wings into those little suckers.
Well, we aren’t going to get into the science behind why those things are so small (to be frank, we’re not quite sure). But, we are going to explain to you how to really use them so you can be the coolest kid in your chicken wing and fries crew. These tiny cups are also meant to be unfolded and treated like a plate. Never struggle again with trying to dip a fat wing into those. You’re welcome.
Cylinder Toward End of Cable Cord
There are many different reasons to use a cable or power cord of some kind, so there's a good chance you've used one before. Well, if you have, you may have noticed a big cylinder-shaped lump toward the end of the cord. There is actually a name for this, other than a cylinder-shaped lump. These things are called chokes or ferrite cores.
It's simply magnetic iron oxide that helps to prevent any high-frequency electromagnetic interference. You know when your cell phone gets too close to a speaker, and you get that weird static noise interrupting your call? That's an example of this kind of interference. So, cable cords come with big cylinders to prevent that from happening.
Wings on Apple Power Cord
Are you a MacBook user? If so, you've probably noticed that there are some wings you can pull up on the power cord. You may have been confused as to what the purpose of these things is. Rest assured, we all were! But, they do serve an intended purpose.
If you flip up the wings, it is much easier to wrap the cord around the power block so as to prevent it from being in the way. It's not necessary to use, but it is a neat little feature designed to improve your experience.
Pocket in Women’s Underwear
Hey women, have you ever noticed that you have secret little pockets that are sewn right into your underwear? Well, there is a name for this little flap and it's called a panty gusset. Gussets are often made of moisture-wicking breathable fabrics like cotton to keep the privates dry and ventilated.
Most manufacturers don't bother stitching these closed. Anyways, it's actually more comfortable left open.
Zigzag Side of Bobby Pins
Even if you've never used a bobby pin, then you can still probably picture how one looks in your hair. One side is straight, and the other is wavy. The wavy zigzag side is the one that faces towards the scalp, thus it isn't seen.
The wavy side is actually what helps keep the pin in place by helping catch the hair. That’s why you only see the wavy side when the bobby pin isn’t in use.