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Topic: History

sesquicentenary

IPA: /ˌsɛs.kwɪ.sɛnˈtɛn.ər.i/

KK: /sɛskwɪsɛnˈtɛnəri/

noun

Definition: A celebration or event marking the 150th anniversary of something.

Example: The town held a grand festival for its sesquicentenary, celebrating 150 years since its founding.

settler

IPA: /ˈsɛt.lər/

KK: /ˈsɛtlər/

noun

Definition: A person who moves to a new area to live, often to establish a community or farm.

Example: The settlers arrived in the new land to start their lives and build homes.

sexton

IPA: /ˈsɛkstən/

KK: /ˈsɛkstən/

noun

Definition: A person who works for a church, taking care of its property and performing tasks like ringing bells and digging graves.

Example: The sexton prepared the church for the Sunday service by cleaning and setting up the altar.

shahdom

IPA: /ˈʃɑːdəm/

KK: /ʃɑːdəm/

noun

Definition: The rank or authority of a shah, which is a title for a king or ruler in some Middle Eastern countries.

Example: The shahdom of Persia was known for its rich culture and history.

shammash

IPA: /ˈʃæm.əʃ/

KK: /ʃæmɑʃ/

noun

Definition: A person who assists in the synagogue, often responsible for various duties similar to a janitor or caretaker.

Example: The shammash prepared the synagogue for the evening service.

sharecropper

IPA: /ˈʃɛrˌkrɒpər/

KK: /ˈʃɛrˌkrɒpər/

noun

Definition: A person who farms land owned by someone else and pays for the use of the land by giving a portion of the crops they grow to the landowner instead of paying rent in money.

Example: The sharecropper worked hard in the fields to provide for his family and pay the landlord.

sharif

IPA: /ʃəˈriːf/

KK: /ʃəˈrif/

noun

Definition: A person who is a descendant of the prophet Muhammad, often holding a noble status or political importance in Islamic cultures.

Example: The sharif was respected in the community for his noble lineage and leadership.

sherd

IPA: /ʃɜrd/

KK: /ʃɜrd/

noun

Definition: A piece of broken ceramic, glass, or other material, often found in archaeological sites.

Example: The archaeologist discovered a sherd while digging at the ancient site.

shillalah

IPA: /ʃɪˈleɪlə/

KK: /ʃɪˈleɪlə/

noun

Definition: A type of stick or club made from oak or blackthorn, often used as a weapon or for walking.

Example: He carried a shillalah as he walked through the forest.

shog

IPA: /ʃoʊg/

KK: /ʃoʊg/

noun

Definition: A sudden, quick movement or shake, often causing a jolt.

Example: The car made a shog as it hit the pothole.

verb

Definition: To move or cause to move with a sudden jerk or shake.

Example: The car shogged as it hit the pothole.

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