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Topic: Culture

firebrand

IPA: /ˈfaɪərˌbrænd/

KK: /ˈfaɪərˌbrænd/

noun

Definition: A person who causes trouble or encourages others to take action, often in a rebellious way.

Example: The activist was known as a firebrand, always rallying people to fight for their rights.

firecracker

IPA: /ˈfaɪərˌkrækər/

KK: /ˈfaɪərˌkrækər/

noun

Definition: A small explosive device that makes a loud noise when it is ignited, often used in celebrations and festivals.

Example: We set off a firecracker to celebrate the New Year.

firework

IPA: /ˈfaɪərwɜrk/

KK: /ˈfaɪərˌwɜrk/

noun

Definition: A device that explodes to create colorful lights, sounds, and smoke for entertainment, often used during celebrations.

Example: We watched the fireworks light up the night sky during the festival.

fishwife

IPA: /ˈfɪʃˌwaɪf/

KK: /ˈfɪʃˌwaɪf/

noun

Definition: A woman who sells fish or is known for being loud and rude.

Example: The fishwife shouted at the customers to attract their attention.

fittingness

IPA: /ˈfɪtɪŋnəs/

KK: /ˈfɪtɪŋnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being appropriate or suitable for a particular purpose or situation.

Example: The fittingness of her outfit for the occasion impressed everyone at the party.

flacon

IPA: /fləˈkɒn/

KK: /flæˈkɒn/

noun

Definition: A small decorative bottle that usually has a tight cap or stopper, often used for holding perfumes or liquids.

Example: She carefully placed the perfume in a beautiful flacon on her dresser.

flag

IPA: /flæɡ/

KK: /flæg/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become weaker or less energetic; to lose strength or enthusiasm.

Example: After a long day, my energy began to flag.

noun

Definition: A piece of cloth, often rectangular, that has a unique design and color, used to represent a country, organization, or signal something.

Example: The country raised its flag during the ceremony.

transitive verb

Definition: To mark something with a flag for identification or to signal something, such as stopping a vehicle.

Example: The officer used a bright red flag to flag the car to stop.

flagellant

IPA: //fləˈdʒɛl.ənt//

KK: /flædʒəˌlænt/

noun

Definition: A person who inflicts pain on themselves or others, often through whipping, usually for religious reasons or as a form of sexual gratification.

Example: The flagellant believed that self-punishment would bring them closer to spiritual purity.

flagellation

IPA: /ˌflædʒəˈleɪʃən/

KK: /flædʒəˈleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of hitting someone with a whip or stick as a form of punishment or discipline.

Example: In some historical contexts, flagellation was used as a method of punishment for various offenses.

flagging

IPA: /ˈflæɡɪŋ/

KK: /ˈflæɡɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Becoming weaker or less energetic; showing signs of decline or fatigue.

Example: After hours of hiking, her energy was flagging and she needed to rest.

noun

Definition: A type of pavement made from flat stones, often used for walkways or outdoor areas.

Example: The garden path was beautifully designed with flagging.

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