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Topic: Culture

voluntourism

IPA: //ˌvɒlənˈtʊərɪzəm//

KK: /ˈvɑlənˌtʊrɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A type of travel that combines visiting new places with doing volunteer work to help others.

Example: Many young people choose voluntourism to make a positive impact while exploring different cultures.

voluptuary

IPA: /vəˈlʌp.tʃuː.ər.i/

KK: /vəˈlʌp.tʃuː.ər.i/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or focused on luxury and sensual enjoyment.

Example: The voluptuary lifestyle is often associated with indulgence and excess.

noun

Definition: A person who is very focused on enjoying luxury and sensual pleasures in life.

Example: The party was filled with voluptuaries indulging in fine food and extravagant entertainment.

voluptuous

IPA: /vəˈlʌptʃuəs/

KK: /vəlˈʌptʃuəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characterized by a strong enjoyment of physical pleasure, especially in terms of beauty or sensuality.

Example: The artist created a voluptuous sculpture that captivated everyone who saw it.

voluptuousness

IPA: /vəˈlʌptʃuəsnəs/

KK: /vəˈlʌptʃuəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being very attractive in a sexual way, often related to physical beauty and sensual pleasure.

Example: The painting captured the voluptuousness of the model, highlighting her curves and grace.

voodoo

IPA: /ˈvuːduː/

KK: /ˈvudʊ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a set of beliefs and practices that involve magic and spiritual rituals, often associated with certain African traditions.

Example: Some people believe that voodoo rituals can influence events in their lives.

noun

Definition: A religion and practice that involves magic, rituals, and the worship of spirits, often associated with Caribbean culture, especially in Haiti.

Example: Many people misunderstand voodoo as just a form of black magic, but it is a rich spiritual tradition.

transitive verb

Definition: To place someone or something under the influence of a magical spell or curse, often associated with certain religious practices.

Example: She believed that he could voodoo her into falling in love with him.

voodooism

IPA: /ˈvuːduːɪzəm/

KK: /ˈvuːduːɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The beliefs and practices associated with voodoo, which often involve magic, rituals, and the worship of spirits.

Example: Many people are curious about the rituals and beliefs of voodooism.

voodooist

IPA: /ˈvuːduːɪst/

KK: /ˈvuːduːɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who practices voodoo, a religion that involves rituals and beliefs in spirits and magic.

Example: The voodooist performed a ritual to honor the spirits.

vorlage

IPA: //ˈfɔːr.lɑː.ɡə//

KK: /ˈfɔrˌlɑgə/

noun

Definition: A skiing position where the skier bends forward at the ankles while keeping the heels down on the skis.

Example: To maintain balance while skiing, you should adopt the vorlage position.

vorticism

IPA: /ˈvɔːtɪsɪzəm/

KK: /ˈvɔrtɪˌsɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A brief artistic and literary movement in England that emerged around 1914, influenced by styles like cubism and futurism, focusing on abstract forms and dynamic energy.

Example: Vorticism was a significant movement in early 20th-century art, showcasing a unique blend of abstraction and modernity.

votive

IPA: /ˈvoʊtɪv/

KK: /ˈvoʊtɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that is offered or dedicated as a fulfillment of a vow or wish, often seen in religious or ceremonial contexts.

Example: The church was adorned with votive candles that symbolized the prayers of the faithful.

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