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Topic: Culture

duello

IPA: //ˈdjuː.ɛl.oʊ//

KK: /ˈdjuːɛloʊ/

noun

Definition: A fight between two people, usually with weapons, to settle a disagreement or prove who is better.

Example: The two knights agreed to a duello to resolve their conflict honorably.

duende

IPA: /duˈɛnde/

KK: /duˈɛndeɪ/

noun

Definition: A special charm or appeal that draws people in, often associated with a captivating presence or personality.

Example: Her performance had such duende that the audience was completely mesmerized.

duenna

IPA: //dʊˈɛnə//

KK: /dwen-uh/

noun

Definition: An older woman who looks after and guides a young lady, often serving as a chaperon or governess.

Example: In the story, the young girl was always accompanied by her duenna, who ensured she behaved properly in society.

dulcinea

IPA: /dʌlˈsɪnɪə/

KK: /dʌlˈsɪnɪə/

noun

Definition: A term used to refer to a beloved woman or sweetheart, often in a romantic context.

Example: He always spoke of her as his dulcinea, cherishing her above all others.

dulia

IPA: /ˈduːliə/

KK: /ˈduːliə/

noun

Definition: The respect and honor given to saints, which is different from the worship reserved for God.

Example: In many religious traditions, dulia is practiced as a way to honor the saints.

dumbshow

IPA: /ˈdʌmˌʃoʊ/

KK: /dʌmʃoʊ/

noun

Definition: A performance or act that uses gestures and body movements to communicate a story or message without spoken words.

Example: The actors performed a dumbshow to illustrate the main themes of the play without using any dialogue.

duo

IPA: /ˈduːoʊ/

KK: /ˈduːoʊ/

noun

Definition: A pair of two people or things that are closely associated or work together, often in music or performance.

Example: The duo performed beautifully at the concert last night.

duologue

IPA: /ˈdjuːəˌlɒɡ/

KK: /ˈdjuːəˌlɒg/

noun

Definition: A conversation or dialogue that takes place between two people.

Example: The play featured a captivating duologue that highlighted the characters' conflicting emotions.

dupatta

IPA: /duːˈpʌtə/

KK: /duˈpɑːtə/

noun

Definition: A long piece of cloth worn by women, often draped over the shoulders or head, commonly used in South Asian clothing.

Example: She wore a beautiful dupatta that matched her dress perfectly.

dupery

IPA: /ˈdjuːpəri/

KK: /ˈduːpəri/

noun

Definition: The act of tricking someone or the state of being tricked.

Example: The magician's performance was full of clever dupery that amazed the audience.

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