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Topic: Culture

badman

IPA: /ˈbædˌmæn/

KK: /ˈbædˌmæn/

noun

Definition: A man who is known for being violent or having a criminal background, often associated with the lawlessness of the Old West in the United States.

Example: The badman rode into town, causing fear among the residents.

bagatelle

IPA: /ˌbæɡəˈtɛl/

KK: /bæɡəˈtɛl/

noun

Definition: A small or unimportant thing, often considered a trifle; it can also refer to a light piece of music or a game played with balls on a table.

Example: He dismissed the issue as a mere bagatelle, not worth his time.

bahadur

IPA: /bɑːˈhɑːdʊr/

KK: /bɑːhɑːdʊr/

noun

Definition: A person who is a warrior, particularly from the Mongol culture.

Example: The bahadur led his troops into battle with great courage.

baksheesh

IPA: /bækˈʃiːʃ/

KK: /bækˈʃiːʃ/

noun

Definition: A small amount of money given to someone for their help or service, often to speed things up or as a reward.

Example: He gave the waiter a baksheesh for bringing his food quickly.

balafon

IPA: /ˈbæl.ə.fɒn/

KK: /bæləˈfɒn/

noun

Definition: A musical instrument from West Africa made of wooden keys that are struck with padded sticks to produce sound.

Example: The musician played a beautiful melody on the balafon during the festival.

balboa

IPA: //bælˈboʊ.ə//

KK: /bælˈboʊə/

noun

Definition: A unit of currency used in Panama, named after the Spanish explorer Vasco Núñez de Balboa.

Example: The price of the meal was twenty balboas.

baldachin

IPA: /ˈbɔːldəˌkɪn/

KK: /ˈbɔl.də.kɪn/

noun

Definition: A decorative canopy made of fabric, often used in religious ceremonies or placed over important objects like altars or thrones.

Example: The priest walked under the baldachin during the procession, adding a sense of grandeur to the ceremony.

baldrick

IPA: //ˈbɔːldrɪk//

KK: /ˈbɔldrɪk/

noun

Definition: A wide belt that is worn over one shoulder and across the chest, often used to hold weapons or other items.

Example: The soldier adjusted his baldrick before heading into battle.

balloon

IPA: /bəˈluːn/

KK: /bəˈlun/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling a balloon, often in shape or appearance.

Example: The room was decorated with balloon curtains that added a playful touch.

intransitive verb

Definition: To expand or increase in size or amount, similar to how a balloon fills with air.

Example: The budget for the project began to balloon as more expenses were added.

noun

Definition: A flexible bag that can be filled with air or gas, making it float in the air; often used as a toy or decoration.

Example: The children were excited to see the colorful balloons at the party.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something larger by filling it with air or gas.

Example: They decided to balloon the budget for the project to cover unexpected costs.

ballroom

IPA: /ˈbɔːlruːm/

KK: /ˈbɔːlruːm/

noun

Definition: A spacious room designed for dancing and social events, often used for formal gatherings and balls.

Example: The wedding reception was held in a beautiful ballroom decorated with flowers and lights.

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