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Topic: Culture

charitable

IPA: /ˈtʃærɪtəbl/

KK: /ˈtʃærɪtəbl/

adjective

Definition: Willing to give money, help, or kindness to those in need; showing a generous spirit towards others.

Example: She is known for her charitable donations to local shelters.

charitableness

IPA: /ˈtʃærɪtəblnəs/

KK: /ˈtʃɛrɪtəblnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being generous and willing to help others, especially by giving money or support to those in need.

Example: Her charitableness was evident when she donated a large sum to the local shelter.

charitably

IPA: /ˈtʃærɪtəbli/

KK: /ˈtʃɛrɪtəbli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows kindness and generosity towards others, especially those in need.

Example: She charitably donated her old clothes to the shelter.

charity

IPA: /ˈtʃær.ɪ.ti/

KK: /ˈtʃærɪti/

noun

Definition: An organization or fund that helps people in need, or the act of being kind and generous to others.

Example: She donated money to a charity that supports homeless families.

charivari

IPA: /ʃəˈvɛəri/

KK: /ʃəˈvɛri/

noun

Definition: A noisy celebration or commotion, often involving mockery or ridicule, typically held to celebrate a marriage or other significant event.

Example: The villagers organized a charivari to celebrate the newlyweds, complete with music and laughter.

charka

IPA: //ˈtʃɑːrkə//

KK: /chɑrkə/

noun

Definition: A small unit of liquid measurement used in Russia, slightly less than a gill.

Example: The recipe called for a charka of vodka to be added to the mix.

charkha

IPA: /ˈtʃɑːrkʰə/

KK: /chɑrkʰə/

noun

Definition: A device used for spinning thread or yarn, commonly found in India, that helps turn raw cotton into usable fibers.

Example: The artisan skillfully used the charkha to spin cotton into thread.

charm

IPA: /tʃɑːm/

KK: /tʃɑrm/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be attractive or delightful in a way that draws others in.

Example: Her smile can charm anyone in the room.

noun

Definition: A small decorative object or ornament, often worn on jewelry, believed to have special powers or bring good luck.

Example: She wore a bracelet with a charm that was said to bring her good fortune.

transitive verb

Definition: To attract or delight someone greatly, often through personal appeal or magic.

Example: She charmed everyone at the party with her warm smile and friendly conversation.

charnel

IPA: //ˈtʃɑːrnəl//

KK: /ˈtʃɑrnəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or suitable for a place where dead bodies are kept, often associated with burial or death.

Example: The charnel house was a somber reminder of the past.

noun

Definition: A place where the bodies or bones of dead people are kept, often in a building or chamber.

Example: The ancient charnel house was filled with the remains of those who had passed away long ago.

charpoy

IPA: /tʃɑːrˈpɔɪ/

KK: /tʃɑːrˈpɔɪ/

noun

Definition: A type of bed commonly found in India, made of a wooden frame with ropes or tapes stretched across it for support.

Example: After a long day, I love to relax on the charpoy in the garden.

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