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Topic: Art

fortis

IPA: /ˈfɔːrtɪs/

KK: /ˈfɔrtɪs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a sound that is produced with strong pressure and tension, especially in speech, making it more forceful than other similar sounds.

Example: In phonetics, the term 'fortis' refers to consonants that are articulated with greater force than their lenis counterparts.

noun

Definition: A type of consonant sound that is pronounced with greater force or energy than its counterpart, often resulting in a stronger or more emphatic sound.

Example: In phonetics, a fortis consonant is produced with more tension and breath than a lenis consonant.

fouette

IPA: //fwɛˈteɪ//

KK: /fwɛˈteɪ/

noun

Definition: A quick spinning movement in ballet where one leg is raised and whipped around, often done with a turn.

Example: The dancer executed a perfect fouette during her performance.

fount

IPA: /faʊnt/

KK: /faʊnt/

noun

Definition: A source or origin of something, often used to describe a fountain or a place where something begins.

Example: The library was a fount of knowledge for the students.

fountain

IPA: /ˈfaʊntən/

KK: /ˈfaʊntɪn/

noun

Definition: A structure that sends water up into the air, often found in parks or gardens, or a place where water can be drawn for drinking.

Example: The children played around the fountain in the park.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause liquid to flow in a way that resembles a fountain, often in a continuous stream or spray.

Example: The artist decided to fountain the water from the sculpture, creating a beautiful display.

fountainhead

IPA: //ˈfaʊntɪnˌhɛd//

KK: /ˈfaʊntɪnˌhɛd/

noun

Definition: A main source or origin of something, often used to describe a place or person that provides ideas or inspiration.

Example: The university is considered the fountainhead of innovative research in technology.

fourteener

IPA: //fɔːrˈtiːnər//

KK: /ˈfɔrˌtinər/

noun

Definition: A noun that refers to a mountain that rises to at least 14,000 feet above sea level, or a type of verse consisting of 14 syllables.

Example: Many hikers dream of climbing a fourteener in the Rocky Mountains.

fraktur

IPA: /ˈfræktər/

KK: /ˈfræktər/

noun

Definition: A type of decorative script that was commonly used in German writing and printing, characterized by its bold, angular letters.

Example: The old book was printed in fraktur, making it difficult to read for modern audiences.

framable

IPA: //ˈfreɪməbl//

KK: /ˈfreɪməbəl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be put into a frame for display or protection.

Example: The artist created several framable pieces that were perfect for the gallery.

frame

IPA: /freɪm/

KK: /freɪm/

intransitive verb

Definition: To go or proceed in a certain direction or manner.

Example: They frame through the forest on their way to the campsite.

noun

Definition: A structure that surrounds or supports something, often rectangular in shape, used to hold pictures, windows, or other objects.

Example: She hung the painting in a beautiful wooden frame.

transitive verb

Definition: To create or arrange something in a specific way, often for a particular purpose or to give it a certain structure.

Example: The artist decided to frame the painting with a beautiful wooden border.

frameable

IPA: //ˈfreɪməbl//

KK: /ˈfreɪməbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that can be put in a frame, often referring to pictures or artwork that are ready to be displayed.

Example: The artist created several frameable pieces for the gallery.

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