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Topic: Culture

breviary

IPA: //ˈbrɛv.i.ɛr.i//

KK: /ˈbrɪvɪˌɛri/

noun

Definition: A book used in the Christian church that contains prayers, hymns, and readings for specific times of the day.

Example: The priest read from the breviary during the morning service.

brevier

IPA: //ˈbrɛvɪər//

KK: /ˈbrɛvɪər/

noun

Definition: A type of font that is larger than minion but smaller than bourgeois, used in printing.

Example: The book was printed in brevier type, making it easy to read without being too large.

brickbat

IPA: /ˈbrɪkˌbæt/

KK: /ˈbrɪkˌbæt/

noun

Definition: A piece of hard material, often a brick, that can be thrown or used as a weapon, or a negative comment or criticism about someone or something.

Example: The politician faced a barrage of brickbats from the media after his controversial statement.

bricolage

IPA: /brɪˈkɒlɑːʒ/

KK: /brɪˈkɒlɑːʒ/

noun

Definition: An item or creation made by combining various materials or elements that are readily available, often resulting in a unique or eclectic mix.

Example: The artist's latest work is a bricolage of different textures and colors, showcasing her creativity.

bricole

IPA: /ˈbrɪkəʊl/

KK: /ˈbrɪkəl/

noun

Definition: A type of equipment or technique used in various contexts, such as military or sports, involving manipulation or movement of objects, often with specific tools or methods.

Example: The soldiers used a bricole to maneuver the heavy artillery in the narrow terrain.

bridal

IPA: //ˈbraɪdəl//

KK: /ˈbraɪdəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to a woman who is getting married or to a wedding ceremony.

Example: She wore a beautiful bridal gown on her wedding day.

noun

Definition: A special ceremony where two people get married, often celebrated with family and friends.

Example: The bridal was held in a beautiful garden surrounded by flowers.

bride

IPA: //braɪd//

KK: /braɪd/

noun

Definition: A woman who is getting married or has just been married.

Example: The bride looked beautiful in her wedding dress.

bridesmaid

IPA: //ˈbraɪdzˌmeɪd//

KK: /ˈbraɪdzˌmeɪd/

noun

Definition: A woman who helps and supports the bride during a wedding ceremony.

Example: She was honored to be chosen as the bridesmaid for her best friend's wedding.

brilliance

IPA: /ˈbrɪljəns/

KK: /ˈbrɪljəns/

noun

Definition: The quality of being very bright or intelligent, often used to describe someone's mind or a shining light.

Example: Her brilliance in mathematics earned her a scholarship to a prestigious university.

brilliancy

IPA: /ˈbrɪljənsi/

KK: /ˈbrɪljəntsi/

noun

Definition: The quality of being very bright or showing great intelligence and talent.

Example: The artist's brilliancy was evident in every stroke of her brush.

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