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Topic: Art

ambience

IPA: /ˈæmbiəns/

KK: /ˈæmbiəns/

noun

Definition: The atmosphere or mood of a place, which can affect how people feel and behave there.

Example: The restaurant's soft lighting and music created a warm and inviting ambience.

ambigram

IPA: /ˈæm.bɪ.ɡræm/

KK: /æmˈbɪɡræm/

noun

Definition: A special design of letters or words that can be read the same way from different angles, like when flipped or turned upside down.

Example: The artist created an ambigram of the word 'love' that looked the same upside down.

ambroid

IPA: /æmˈbrɔɪd/

KK: /æmˈbrɔɪd/

noun

Definition: A type of material made from lower-quality pieces of amber, often used in crafts or decorative items.

Example: The artisan used ambroid to create beautiful jewelry pieces.

ambrotype

IPA: /æmˈbroʊtaɪp/

KK: /æmˈbroʊtaɪp/

noun

Definition: A type of early photograph created by placing a negative image on a glass plate, which is then supported by a dark background to enhance the picture.

Example: The museum displayed an ambrotype from the 19th century, showcasing the unique photographic technique of that era.

amphibrach

IPA: /æmˈfɪbræk/

KK: /æmˈfɪbræk/

noun

Definition: A type of poetic rhythm that has one strong syllable between two weak syllables, creating a pattern in the way words are stressed.

Example: In the poem, the use of an amphibrach adds a musical quality to the lines.

amphiprostyle

IPA: /æmˈfɪprəˌstaɪl/

KK: /æmˈfɪprəˌstaɪl/

adjective

Definition: This term describes a building style that features columns at both ends but does not have any along the sides, commonly seen in certain Greek temples.

Example: The ancient Greek temple was designed in an amphiprostyle manner, showcasing its elegant columns at both entrances.

amphitheatrical

IPA: /ˌæm.fɪˈθiː.ə.trɪ.kəl/

KK: /æmˌfɪθiˈætrɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling an amphitheatre, often used to describe a structure or setting that has a circular or oval shape with seats arranged in tiers.

Example: The amphitheatrical design of the outdoor concert venue allowed everyone to have a good view of the stage.

amphora

IPA: /æmˈfɔːrə/

KK: /æmˈfɔrə/

noun

Definition: A type of jar with two handles and a narrow neck, used in ancient times, especially by Greeks and Romans, to store and transport liquids like wine or oil.

Example: The archaeologists discovered an amphora buried in the ancient ruins, which was once used to hold olive oil.

amphoral

IPA: /æmˈfɔːrəl/

KK: /æmˈfɔrəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or shaped like a type of ancient container used for storing liquids, typically with two handles and a narrow neck.

Example: The amphoral design of the vase made it a unique piece in the collection.

anacrusis

IPA: /ˌænəˈkruːsɪs/

KK: /ænəˈkruːsɪs/

noun

Definition: A musical or poetic term referring to one or more unstressed syllables or notes that come before the main part of a line or phrase.

Example: The song began with an anacrusis, setting the rhythm before the first strong beat.

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