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Topic: Culture

prudishness

IPA: /ˈpruːdɪʃnəs/

KK: /ˈpruːdɪʃnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being overly concerned with propriety or modesty, often in a way that is considered excessive or exaggerated.

Example: Her prudishness made it difficult for her to enjoy the more relaxed atmosphere of the party.

pryer

IPA: //ˈpraɪər//

KK: /praɪər/

noun

Definition: A person who prays, especially in a religious context.

Example: The pryer led the congregation in prayer during the service.

psalm

IPA: /sɑlm/

KK: /sɑlm/

noun

Definition: A sacred song or poem that is often used in religious worship, especially in the context of the Bible.

Example: The choir sang a beautiful psalm during the church service.

transitive verb

Definition: To sing or celebrate something using sacred songs or hymns, often found in religious texts.

Example: The choir psalms every Sunday during the service.

psalmbook

IPA: /ˈsɑlmˌbʊk/

KK: /sɑlmˌbʊk/

noun

Definition: A book that contains a collection of psalms, which are sacred songs or hymns often used in religious worship.

Example: The church provided each member with a psalmbook for the service.

psalmic

IPA: /ˈsɑːlmɪk/

KK: /sɑlmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to sacred songs or hymns, especially those found in religious texts.

Example: The choir performed a psalmic piece during the service.

psalmist

IPA: /ˈsɑːlmɪst/

KK: /ˈsɑlmɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who writes or composes religious songs or poems, often found in the Bible.

Example: David is often considered the greatest psalmist in the Bible, known for his heartfelt songs to God.

psalmody

IPA: /ˈsɑːlmədi/

KK: /sɑlmədi/

noun

Definition: The practice or art of singing religious songs, especially psalms, during worship.

Example: The choir performed beautiful psalmody during the church service.

psalter

IPA: /ˈsɔːltər/

KK: /ˈsɔltər/

noun

Definition: A book or collection that contains the Psalms, often used in religious practices for prayer and worship.

Example: The church service included readings from the psalter, which inspired many in attendance.

psalterium

IPA: //ˈsɔːltəriəm//

KK: /ˈsɔltərɪəm/

noun

Definition: A part of the stomach in ruminant animals, specifically the third compartment of the stomach that helps in digestion.

Example: The psalterium plays a crucial role in the digestive process of cows and sheep.

pschent

IPA: /sɛnt/

KK: /sʌnt/

noun

Definition: A royal crown from ancient Egypt that symbolizes the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt, featuring both a white and a red crown.

Example: The pharaoh wore the pschent as a symbol of his power over the united kingdoms.

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