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Topic: Culture

misogyny

IPA: //mɪˈsɒdʒɪni//

KK: /mɪˈsɑdʒəni/

noun

Definition: A strong dislike or hatred towards women, often resulting in discrimination or prejudice against them.

Example: The novel explores themes of misogyny and its impact on society.

misquotation

IPA: /ˌmɪsˈkwoʊˈteɪʃən/

KK: /mɪsˈkwoʊteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A statement that quotes someone incorrectly or inaccurately.

Example: The article contained a misquotation of the famous author's words.

missal

IPA: //ˈmɪsəl//

KK: /ˈmɪsəl/

noun

Definition: A book used in the Roman Catholic Church that contains the prayers and texts needed for the Mass throughout the year.

Example: The priest read from the missal during the service.

missalette

IPA: //ˈmɪsəˌlɛt//

KK: /ˈmɪsəˌlɛt/

noun

Definition: A small book containing the texts of the Mass and other prayers, often published for use by congregations.

Example: The church provided a missalette for the congregation to follow along during the service.

missiology

IPA: /ˌmɪsiˈɒlədʒi/

KK: /mɪˈsiːəˌlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The field of study that focuses on the work and methods of missionaries, particularly in Christianity, and examines their messages and activities.

Example: She decided to pursue a degree in missiology to better understand the impact of missionary work around the world.

missionary

IPA: /ˈmɪʃənɛri/

KK: /ˈmɪʃənˌɛri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the work of spreading a religious faith or engaging in a mission.

Example: The missionary work in the community focused on education and healthcare.

noun

Definition: A person who is sent to a place to promote a particular belief or to help others, often in a religious context.

Example: The missionary traveled to the remote village to share his faith and provide assistance to the community.

missioner

IPA: /ˈmɪʃənər/

KK: /ˈmɪʃənər/

noun

Definition: A person who is sent to a foreign country to promote Christianity or to help others, often through education or social work.

Example: The missioner traveled to Africa to provide education and support to local communities.

mistletoe

IPA: //ˈmɪs.əl.toʊ//

KK: /ˈmɪsəlˌtoʊ/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that grows on trees and has green leaves and white berries, often used as a decoration during Christmas.

Example: They hung a sprig of mistletoe above the door for the holiday party.

mitred

IPA: /ˈmaɪtərd/

KK: /ˈmaɪtərd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of joint where two pieces meet at an angle, often used in woodworking or construction.

Example: The carpenter used a mitred cut to join the two pieces of wood at a perfect angle.

mitsvah

IPA: //mɪtsˈvɑː//

KK: /mitsvah/

noun

Definition: A religious commandment or good deed in Judaism, often associated with a ceremony or celebration.

Example: The family celebrated the boy's bar mitzvah with a big party.

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