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Topic: Culture

gild

IPA: /ɡɪld/

KK: /gɪld/

noun

Definition: A group of people with similar interests or professions, often formed for mutual aid or support.

Example: The gild of artisans met every month to discuss their craft and share techniques.

transitive verb

Definition: To cover something with a thin layer of gold or to make it look more attractive, often in a way that is not completely honest.

Example: The artist decided to gild the frame of the painting to make it stand out.

gilded

IPA: /ˈɡɪldɪd/

KK: /ˈɡɪldɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that looks attractive or valuable on the outside but may not be as good or valuable on the inside; also refers to objects that are covered with a thin layer of gold.

Example: The gilded frame made the painting look even more impressive.

verb

Definition: To cover something with a thin layer of gold or a gold-like substance, often to make it look more attractive or valuable.

Example: The artist gilded the frame of the painting to enhance its beauty.

gilt

IPA: /ɡɪlt/

KK: /gɪlt/

adjective

Definition: Having a thin layer of gold or a golden appearance.

Example: The picture frame was beautifully gilt, adding a touch of elegance to the room.

noun

Definition: A thin layer of gold or a material that looks like gold, often used to decorate objects.

Example: The picture frame was covered in gilt, making it look very luxurious.

verb

Definition: To cover something with a thin layer of gold or a gold-like substance.

Example: The artist gilt the frame of the painting to enhance its beauty.

gimcrack

IPA: /ˈɡɪm.kræk/

KK: /ˈgɪm.kræk/

adjective

Definition: Something that is cheap and of poor quality, often gaudy or showy in appearance.

Example: The store was filled with gimcrack items that no one wanted to buy.

noun

Definition: A cheap and flashy item that is not very useful or valuable.

Example: The store was filled with gimcracks that no one really needed.

gimcrackery

IPA: /ˈɡɪmˌkrækəri/

KK: /ˈgɪmˌkrækəri/

noun

Definition: A term used to describe something that is cheap, showy, or of little value, often referring to decorative items that lack substance or quality.

Example: The store was filled with all sorts of gimcrackery that no one really needed.

gimel

IPA: /ˈɡɪməl/

KK: /giməl/

noun

Definition: The third letter in the Hebrew alphabet, which is used in writing and represents a specific sound.

Example: In Hebrew, the letter gimel is often used at the beginning of words.

gimmick

IPA: /ˈɡɪmɪk/

KK: /ˈɡɪmɪk/

noun

Definition: A clever or unusual trick or device used to attract attention or promote something, often seen as a way to deceive or mislead.

Example: The new phone has a gimmick that allows it to charge wirelessly.

transitive verb

Definition: To add special features or tricks to something in order to attract attention or make it more interesting.

Example: The company decided to gimmick their new product to stand out in the market.

gimmicked

IPA: /ˈɡɪmɪkt/

KK: /ˈɡɪmɪkt/

adjective

Definition: Having special features or tricks designed to attract attention or interest.

Example: The gimmicked toy caught the children's eyes with its bright colors and moving parts.

verb

Definition: To have used a trick or device to attract attention or to achieve a specific effect.

Example: The magician gimmicked his performance to make it more exciting for the audience.

gimmickry

IPA: /ˈɡɪmɪkri/

KK: /ˈɡɪmɪkri/

noun

Definition: The use of clever tricks or devices to attract attention or promote something, often seen as superficial or insincere.

Example: The advertisement was filled with gimmickry to catch the viewer's eye.

gimmicky

IPA: /ˈɡɪmɪki/

KK: /ˈɡɪmɪki/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that uses tricks or clever ideas to attract attention, often in a way that seems superficial or not serious.

Example: The advertisement was very gimmicky, using flashy graphics to grab people's attention.

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