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Topic: Culture

pibroch

IPA: /ˈpiːbrɒx/

KK: /ˈpɪbrɒx/

noun

Definition: A type of music played on the bagpipes that consists of a series of variations, often based on a martial or mournful theme.

Example: The musician played a beautiful pibroch that filled the air with haunting melodies.

picador

IPA: //pɪˈkɑːdɔːr//

KK: /pɪˈkɑːdɔr/

noun

Definition: A horseman in a bullfight who uses a lance to stab the bull, making it weaker before the main fight.

Example: The picador skillfully maneuvered his horse to avoid the bull's charges while delivering precise jabs.

picara

IPA: //pɪˈkɑːrə//

KK: /pɪˈkɑːrə/

noun

Definition: A woman who behaves in a mischievous or adventurous way, often in a story where she faces various challenges and adventures.

Example: In the novel, the picara navigates through a series of exciting escapades, showcasing her cleverness and charm.

picaro

IPA: //ˈpɪkəroʊ//

KK: /ˈpɪkəroʊ/

noun

Definition: A person who is a rogue or adventurer, often involved in mischievous or dishonest activities. This term is also used to describe the main character in a story that follows a series of adventures, typically in a humorous or satirical way.

Example: The picaro traveled from town to town, getting into all sorts of trouble and adventures.

picayune

IPA: //ˌpɪkəˈjun//

KK: /pɪˈkeɪjun/

adjective

Definition: Something that is not important or has little value.

Example: The arguments over the details were picayune and did not affect the overall decision.

noun

Definition: A small amount of money or something that is considered to have little value.

Example: He was worried about spending a picayune on such a trivial matter.

picayunish

IPA: //ˌpɪkəˈjuːnɪʃ//

KK: /pɪkəˈjunɪʃ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is small, insignificant, or of little value.

Example: The picayunish details of the report were not worth the time spent discussing them.

picquet

IPA: //pɪˈkeɪ//

KK: /pɪˈkeɪ/

noun

Definition: A variant of a card game that is played with a deck of cards, often involving strategy and skill.

Example: They enjoyed a long evening of picquet, trying to outsmart each other with their card strategies.

pictogram

IPA: /ˈpɪk.təˌɡræm/

KK: /ˈpɪk.təˌɡræm/

noun

Definition: A pictogram is a symbol or image that represents a word or idea, often used in signs or charts to convey information quickly and clearly.

Example: The map used pictograms to show different landmarks like parks and museums.

pictograph

IPA: /ˈpɪk.təˌɡræf/

KK: /ˈpɪk.təˌɡræf/

noun

Definition: A symbol or image that represents a word or idea, often used to convey information visually, especially in graphs or charts.

Example: The teacher used a pictograph to show the number of students who preferred different types of fruit.

pictographic

IPA: /ˌpɪk.təˈɡræf.ɪk/

KK: /ˈpɪk.təˌɡræf.ɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or represented by pictures or symbols that convey meaning.

Example: The ancient civilization used pictographic writing to communicate important messages.

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