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Topic: Culture

necropolis

IPA: /nɪˈkrɒpəlɪs/

KK: /nɛˈkrɒpəlɪs/

noun

Definition: A large and often impressive burial place, typically associated with an ancient city.

Example: The archaeologists discovered a necropolis filled with ancient tombs and artifacts.

nee

IPA: /niː/

KK: /ni/

adjective

Definition: This term is used to indicate a person's former name, especially a woman's maiden name, before marriage.

Example: She is Jane Smith, nee Johnson, which means her maiden name was Johnson.

interjection

Definition: A term used to express negation or refusal, similar to saying 'no' in English, often borrowed from other languages like German or Dutch.

Example: When asked if he wanted dessert, he replied, 'nee.'

negritude

IPA: /nɛɡrɪˈtjuːd/

KK: /nɛɡrɪˌtud/

noun

Definition: A cultural and philosophical movement that celebrates and values Black identity, heritage, and culture.

Example: The negritude movement inspired many artists and writers to embrace their African roots.

negrophobe

IPA: /nɛɡrəˈfoʊb/

KK: /nɛɡrəˌfoʊb/

noun

Definition: A person who has a strong fear or dislike of black people.

Example: The community organized a workshop to address the issues of negrophobia and promote understanding among different races.

negus

IPA: /ˈniːɡəs/

KK: /nɪgəs/

noun

Definition: A drink made from wine mixed with hot water, sugar, lemon juice, and spices, often served warm.

Example: During the winter party, they served a delicious negus that warmed everyone up.

neighborliness

IPA: /ˈneɪbərˌlɪnəs/

KK: /ˈneɪbərˌlɪnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being friendly and helpful to those who live nearby.

Example: The sense of neighborliness in our community makes it a great place to live.

neighborly

IPA: /ˈneɪbərli/

KK: /ˈneɪbərli/

adjective

Definition: Showing kindness and friendliness towards others, especially those who live nearby.

Example: The neighborly gesture of bringing cookies to the new family made them feel welcome.

neighbour

IPA: /ˈneɪbər/

KK: /ˈneɪbər/

noun

Definition: A person who lives near or next to another person, often in the same community or area.

Example: My neighbour always helps me with my garden.

neighbouring

IPA: /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/

KK: /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Located close to or next to something else.

Example: The neighbouring countries often trade with each other.

verb

Definition: To be located next to or very close to something else.

Example: The neighbouring houses all have beautiful gardens.

neoclassic

IPA: //ˌniːoʊˈklæsɪk//

KK: /niːoʊˈklæsɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a style that revives or adapts the classical traditions, especially in art, literature, music, or architecture.

Example: The neoclassic style of architecture is characterized by its grandeur and symmetry.

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