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Topic: Culture

definitive

IPA: /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/

KK: /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is considered the most authoritative or complete version of something, often providing a final answer or solution.

Example: The scientist published a definitive study on climate change that settled many debates.

noun

Definition: A word or expression that clearly defines or limits something, often used in grammar.

Example: In English, 'the' is a definitive article that specifies a particular noun.

deflower

IPA: /dɪˈflaʊər/

KK: /dɪˈflaʊər/

transitive verb

Definition: To take away someone's innocence or purity, often used in a context related to losing virginity.

Example: The story described how the character was deflowered by a stranger.

deflowering

IPA: /dɪˈflaʊərɪŋ/

KK: /dɪˈflaʊərɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of taking away someone's virginity, often associated with the first sexual experience.

Example: The deflowering of a virgin is often considered a significant event in many cultures.

verb

Definition: To take away someone's virginity, often used in a historical or literary context.

Example: The story described the deflowering of the young bride on her wedding night.

defunct

IPA: /dɪˈfʌŋkt/

KK: /dɪˈfʌŋkt/

adjective

Definition: No longer in use, existing, or functioning; something that has stopped operating or is no longer relevant.

Example: The defunct factory has been abandoned for years.

degender

IPA: /dɪˈdʒɛndər/

KK: /dɪˈdʒɛndər/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something neutral regarding gender, often by removing any mention of gender or sex.

Example: The new policy aims to degender job titles to promote equality.

degenderize

IPA: /dɪˈdʒɛndərˌaɪz/

KK: /dɪˈdʒɛndərˌaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To remove gender distinctions or associations from something.

Example: The new policy aims to degenderize the language used in official documents.

deglamorization

IPA: /dɪˌɡlæməraɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /dɪˌɡlæməraɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of making something less glamorous or attractive, often by removing the elements that make it seem appealing or luxurious.

Example: The deglamorization of the fashion industry has led to more realistic representations of beauty.

deglamorize

IPA: /dɪˈɡlæməˌraɪz/

KK: /dɪˈɡlæməˌraɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something less attractive or glamorous, often by removing the appealing aspects.

Example: The documentary aimed to deglamorize the lifestyle of celebrities.

dehors

IPA: /dɛˈɔːr/

KK: /dɛˈɔr/

noun

Definition: A term used in fortification to refer to structures or works that are located outside the main fortifications, often serving as protection or cover.

Example: The soldiers took their positions behind the dehors to shield themselves from enemy fire.

preposition

Definition: This word means to be outside of something or not included in it. It can refer to being out of a document or agreement.

Example: The terms of the contract were dehors the original agreement.

dehumanization

IPA: //diːˌhjuː.mə.naɪˈzeɪ.ʃən//

KK: /diːˌhjuː.mə.naɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of treating someone as if they are not human, often by denying them dignity or rights.

Example: The dehumanization of individuals in war can lead to terrible consequences.

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