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Topic: Culture

haggada

IPA: /həˈɡɑːdə/

KK: /həˈɡɑːdə/

noun

Definition: A type of Jewish text that includes stories, legends, and teachings, often used to explain or illustrate religious texts.

Example: During the Passover Seder, we read from the Haggada to tell the story of the Exodus.

haggadah

IPA: /həˈɡɑːdə/

KK: /həˈɡɑːdə/

noun

Definition: A book containing the texts and readings used during the Passover seder, which guides the rituals and storytelling of the holiday.

Example: During Passover, we read from the haggadah to remember the story of the Exodus.

haggadic

IPA: /həˈɡædɪk/

KK: /həˈɡædɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the Haggadah, which is a Jewish text that sets forth the order of the Passover Seder.

Example: The rabbi shared a haggadic interpretation of the ancient texts during the Passover service.

haggadist

IPA: /ˈhæɡədɪst/

KK: /hægəˈdɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who writes or studies haggadic literature, which is a form of Jewish text that includes stories, interpretations, and teachings related to the Haggadah.

Example: The haggadist shared fascinating insights about the stories in the Haggadah during the seminar.

hagiographer

IPA: //ˌheɪɡiˈɒɡrəfə//

KK: /ˈheɪɡiəˌɡræfər/

noun

Definition: A person who writes biographies that praise and honor someone, often treating them as if they were a saint.

Example: The hagiographer depicted the life of the saint with great admiration and reverence.

hagiographic

IPA: /ˌheɪɡiəˈɡræfɪk/

KK: /hæɡiəˈɡræfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the writing of the lives of saints or excessively flattering in a way that idealizes someone.

Example: The author's hagiographic portrayal of the politician made him seem almost saintly.

hagiographical

IPA: /ˌheɪɡiəˈɡræfɪkəl/

KK: /hæɡiəˈɡræfɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the writing of the lives of saints or religious figures, often in a way that idealizes them.

Example: The book was a hagiographical account of the saint's life, highlighting his miracles and virtues.

hagiography

IPA: /ˌheɪɡiˈɒɡrəfi/

KK: /hæɡiˈɑɡrəfi/

noun

Definition: A type of biography that praises and idealizes its subject, often focusing on the lives of saints or revered individuals.

Example: The hagiography of the saint highlighted his miraculous deeds and virtuous life.

hagiology

IPA: /ˌheɪɡiˈɒlədʒi/

KK: /hæɡiˈɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: A type of literature that focuses on the lives and writings of saints or other venerated figures.

Example: The hagiology of the early church provides insight into the lives of its most revered saints.

haik

IPA: /haɪk/

KK: /haɪk/

noun

Definition: A large piece of fabric, often made of cotton, silk, or wool, that is worn as an outer garment, especially in Morocco and northern Africa.

Example: She wrapped herself in a haik to protect against the cold wind.

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