IPA: /ˈlɪŋə/
KK: /lɪŋə/
Definition: A variant of a sacred symbol in Hinduism, often representing the god Shiva, typically depicted as a cylindrical stone or object.
Example: In the temple, the linga was beautifully adorned with flowers and offerings.
IPA: /ˈlɪŋəm/
KK: /lɪŋəm/
Definition: A symbolic representation of a male organ, often worshiped in Hinduism as a sign of the god Shiva and generative power.
Example: The temple featured a beautifully carved lingam, which devotees came to worship.
IPA: /ˈlɪŋɡoʊ/
KK: /ˈlɪŋɡoʊ/
Definition: A type of language or vocabulary that is specific to a certain group, profession, or interest, often difficult for outsiders to understand.
Example: The doctor used medical lingo that I couldn't follow during the appointment.
IPA: /ˈlɪŋɡwə/
KK: /ˈlɪŋɡwə/
Definition: A tongue or a similar organ that resembles a tongue.
Example: The doctor examined the patient's lingua to check for any abnormalities.
IPA: /ˈlɪŋɡwəl/
KK: /ˈlɪŋɡwəl/
Definition: Relating to the tongue or languages; it can refer to how sounds are produced with the tongue or to aspects of different languages.
Example: The lingual muscles are important for speech and swallowing.
Definition: A sound produced in speech that involves the tongue and other parts of the mouth.
Example: In linguistics, the sounds 't', 'l', and 'n' are examples of lingual sounds.
IPA: /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪk/
KK: /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪk/
Definition: This word describes anything that is connected to language or the study of languages.
Example: The linguistic diversity in the region is remarkable, with many different languages spoken.
IPA: //ˈlaɪənaɪz//
KK: /ˈlaɪənaɪz/
Definition: To treat someone as a celebrity or to give them a lot of public attention and admiration.
Example: The media tends to lionise successful athletes, often overlooking their struggles.
IPA: /ˌlaɪəˈneɪʃən/
KK: /ˌlaɪəˈneɪʃən/
Definition: The act of treating someone as a celebrity, often with great admiration or excessive praise.
Example: The lionization of the author at the awards ceremony was evident in the way fans clamored for her autograph.
IPA: /ˈlaɪənaɪz/
KK: /ˈlaɪəˌnaɪz/
Definition: To treat someone as a famous or important person, often by giving them a lot of attention and praise.
Example: The media tends to lionize celebrities, often overlooking their flaws.
IPA: /ˈlɪstɪkəl/
KK: /ˈlɪstɪkəl/
Definition: A type of article that presents information in the form of a list, often with brief explanations or descriptions for each item.
Example: I read a great listicle about the best travel destinations for 2023.
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