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Topic: Culture

macabre

IPA: /məˈkɑːb/

KK: /məˈkɑːb/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the grim or ghastly aspects of death and decay, often evoking horror or a sense of the macabre.

Example: The movie was filled with macabre scenes that left the audience feeling uneasy.

macaronic

IPA: /ˌmækəˈrɒnɪk/

KK: /ˌmækəˈrɒnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing a style that mixes words from different languages, especially combining vernacular words with Latin or using Latin endings.

Example: The poem was written in a macaronic style, blending English and Latin phrases.

machismo

IPA: /mɑˈtʃɪzmoʊ/

KK: /mɑˈtʃizmoʊ/

noun

Definition: A strong and often exaggerated belief in traditional male qualities, such as strength and dominance, which can lead to aggressive behavior and attitudes towards women.

Example: His machismo often made it difficult for him to express vulnerability or seek help from others.

macho

IPA: /ˈmɑː.tʃoʊ/

KK: /ˈmɑː.tʃoʊ/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who shows strong masculine traits, often in a way that is aggressive or overly confident.

Example: He has a macho attitude, always trying to show off his strength.

noun

Definition: A person who shows strong masculine traits, often in a way that emphasizes toughness and dominance.

Example: He acted like a macho man, always trying to prove his strength in front of others.

machoism

IPA: //ˈmɑːtʃɪzoʊɪzəm//

KK: /ˈmɑːtʃɪzoʊɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A strong or exaggerated sense of masculinity, often associated with pride in male strength and dominance.

Example: His machismo often led him to take unnecessary risks to prove his toughness.

machzor

IPA: /mɑːxˈzɔːr/

KK: /mɑːxˈzɔːr/

noun

Definition: A type of Jewish prayer book used during the High Holidays, containing the liturgy for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.

Example: During the High Holidays, many families bring out their machzor to follow the prayers.

maculate

IPA: /ˈmæk.jʊ.lət/

KK: /ˈmæk.jə.lɪt/

adjective

Definition: Having spots or stains; not pure or clean.

Example: The artist chose a maculate canvas to create a unique effect in her painting.

transitive verb

Definition: To mark or stain something with spots or blemishes, making it less pure or clean.

Example: The artist's canvas was maculated with dark splatters of paint.

macumba

IPA: /məˈkʌmbə/

KK: /mɑˈkʌmbə/

noun

Definition: A religious practice that combines elements of African traditions, rituals, and beliefs, often involving dance and the use of charms, primarily found in Brazil.

Example: Many people in Brazil participate in macumba ceremonies to seek spiritual guidance and healing.

madame

IPA: /mæˈdæm/

KK: /mæˈdæm/

noun

Definition: A polite title used to address a woman, especially in French-speaking contexts, similar to 'Mrs.'

Example: The waiter addressed her as 'madame' when he took her order.

mademoiselle

IPA: /ˌmædəˈmwɑːˈzɛl/

KK: /mɑːdəmwɑːˈzɛl/

noun

Definition: A polite title used in France for an unmarried woman or girl.

Example: The mademoiselle at the café served us delicious pastries.

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