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Topic: Family Members

mammy

IPA: /ˈmæmi/

KK: /ˈmæmi/

noun

Definition: A term used to refer to a mother or a woman who takes care of children, often in a nurturing way. It can also refer to a historical role of a Black woman caring for white children, particularly in the southern United States, but this usage is considered offensive today.

Example: She always called her grandmother 'mammy' as a term of endearment.

man

IPA: /mæn/

KK: /mæn/

interjection

Definition: A word used to express strong feelings such as surprise or admiration, often used informally in conversation.

Example: Man! That was an amazing performance!

noun

Definition: An adult human male, or a person in general regardless of gender.

Example: The man walked his dog in the park.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide or supply with people, especially for a task or duty, such as operating equipment or defending a place.

Example: They need to man the lifeboats before the storm hits.

manito

IPA: //ˈmænɪtoʊ//

KK: /mænɪtoʊ/

noun

Definition: A term used by some Native American tribes to refer to a powerful spirit or deity, which can be seen as either benevolent or malevolent, or to an object that is revered or worshipped.

Example: The tribe held a ceremony to honor their manito, seeking guidance and protection.

marital

IPA: /ˈmɛrɪtəl/

KK: /ˈmɛrɪtəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to marriage or the relationship between married people.

Example: They are discussing their marital issues in therapy.

maritally

IPA: /ˈmɛrɪtəli/

KK: /mɛrɪtəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to marriage or a husband.

Example: They decided to live maritally after their wedding.

marriage

IPA: //ˈmɛrɪdʒ//

KK: /ˈmɛrɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: A legal or formal union between two people, often recognized by law, that establishes rights and obligations between them.

Example: Their marriage was celebrated with a beautiful ceremony in the park.

marriageability

IPA: /ˈmɛrɪdʒəˌbɪlɪti/

KK: /ˈmɛrɪdʒəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The state or quality of being suitable for marriage.

Example: Her marriageability was often discussed among her friends and family.

marriageable

IPA: /ˈmɛrɪdʒəbl/

KK: /ˈmɛrɪdʒəbl/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who is considered suitable or ready for marriage, often based on age or other social criteria.

Example: In many cultures, individuals are expected to be marriageable by a certain age.

married

IPA: //ˈmɛrɪd//

KK: /ˈmɛrɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who has a spouse or is in a legal union with another person.

Example: She is a married woman with two children.

noun

Definition: A person who is legally joined to another in marriage.

Example: The young marrieds celebrated their first anniversary together.

marry

IPA: /ˈmɛri/

KK: /ˈmɛri/

interjection

Definition: An old-fashioned expression used to show surprise or strong feeling.

Example: Marry! I can't believe you did that!

intransitive verb

Definition: To take a husband or wife in a formal ceremony; to become united in marriage.

Example: They married in their twenties.

transitive verb

Definition: To join two people together as spouses through a ceremony or legal agreement.

Example: They decided to marry in a small ceremony by the beach.

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