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Topic: Culture

monologue

IPA: /ˈmɒnəˌlɒg/

KK: /ˈmɒnəˌlɒg/

intransitive verb

Definition: A long speech by one person in a play, movie, or conversation, often expressing thoughts or feelings.

Example: The actor delivered a powerful monologue that captivated the audience.

noun

Definition: A long speech given by one person, often in a play or conversation, where they express their thoughts or feelings without interruption.

Example: The actor delivered a powerful monologue that captivated the audience.

transitive verb

Definition: A long speech by one person in a play or movie, or a speech given by someone alone that expresses their thoughts or feelings.

Example: In the play, the main character delivers a powerful monologue that reveals his inner struggles.

monologuist

IPA: /məˈnɒlədʒɪst/

KK: /mɑːˈnɑːlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who performs a monologue, which is a long speech by one person in a play or other performance.

Example: The monologuist captivated the audience with her powerful storytelling.

monology

IPA: /məˈnɒlədʒi/

KK: /mənˈɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The act of speaking alone, often in a way that dominates a conversation or expresses one's thoughts aloud.

Example: During the play, the character's monology revealed his inner struggles and thoughts.

monseigneur

IPA: /mɒnˈseɪnjər/

KK: /mɒnˈseɪnjər/

noun

Definition: A title used in France to address or refer to a person of high rank, such as a prince or a bishop.

Example: The monseigneur welcomed the guests with great honor and respect.

monsieur

IPA: /mɔ̃.sjœʁ/

KK: /mɑ̃sjœʁ/

noun

Definition: A title used in French to address a man, similar to 'mister' in English.

Example: The waiter addressed him as 'monsieur' when he took his order.

monsignor

IPA: /mɒnˈsɪn.jɔːr/

KK: /mɒnˈsɪn.jɔːr/

noun

Definition: A title given to certain high-ranking Roman Catholic priests, usually as a mark of honor or distinction.

Example: The monsignor led the ceremony with great dignity and respect.

monstrance

IPA: //ˈmɒnstrəns//

KK: /ˈmɒnstrəns/

noun

Definition: A special container used in the Roman Catholic Church to hold the consecrated bread, allowing people to see and worship it.

Example: During the service, the priest placed the host in the monstrance for the congregation to adore.

monstrosity

IPA: /mɒnˈstrɒsɪti/

KK: /mɑnˈstrɑsɪti/

noun

Definition: A very large and ugly creature or thing, often causing fear or disgust.

Example: The old building was a monstrosity that scared away visitors.

montagnard

IPA: /mɒnˈtæn.jɑrd/

KK: /mɒnˈtænˌjɑrd/

noun

Definition: A person from the highland regions of central and southern Vietnam, often belonging to one of the indigenous ethnic groups.

Example: The montagnard community has a rich cultural heritage that reflects their unique history.

monteith

IPA: /ˈmɒntiːθ/

KK: /mɒnˈtiːθ/

noun

Definition: A large bowl used for serving punch, often with a notched or scalloped edge where cups can be hung.

Example: At the party, they served the fruit punch in a beautiful monteith.

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