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Topic: History

tintype

IPA: /ˈtɪnˌtaɪp/

KK: /ˈtɪnˌtaɪp/

noun

Definition: A tintype is a type of photograph made by creating a direct positive on a thin sheet of metal coated with a dark lacquer or enamel.

Example: The photographer used a tintype to capture the image of the family in a unique and vintage style.

titanic

IPA: //taɪˈtænɪk//

KK: /taɪˈtænɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is extremely large, powerful, or impressive in size or strength.

Example: The titanic waves crashed against the shore during the storm.

tolbooth

IPA: /ˈtoʊlbuːθ/

KK: /ˈtoʊlbuːθ/

noun

Definition: A building used as a prison or jail, or a hall where town meetings and markets are held, especially in Scotland.

Example: The old tolbooth in the center of town is now a museum.

tomahawk

IPA: /ˈtɒməhɔːk/

KK: /ˈtɑːməˌhɔk/

noun

Definition: A type of light axe that was used as a tool or weapon by some Native American tribes.

Example: The warrior skillfully threw his tomahawk at the target.

transitive verb

Definition: To hit or strike someone or something using a type of axe known as a tomahawk.

Example: He tomahawked the log to split it in half.

tomb

IPA: /tuːm/

KK: /tum/

noun

Definition: A place where a dead person is buried, often marked by a stone or monument.

Example: The ancient tomb was discovered by archaeologists in the desert.

tombac

IPA: /ˈtɒmbæk/

KK: /tɑmˈbæk/

noun

Definition: A type of metal made from a mixture of copper and zinc, often used to create affordable jewelry and decorative items.

Example: She wore a beautiful necklace made of tombac that shimmered in the light.

tombstone

IPA: /ˈtoʊmˌstoʊn/

KK: /ˈtoʊmˌstoʊn/

noun

Definition: A stone or marker placed over a grave to show where a person is buried, often inscribed with their name and dates of birth and death.

Example: The family visited the cemetery to clean the tombstone of their beloved grandfather.

toponymic

IPA: /təˈpɒnɪmɪk/

KK: /tɑːˈpɒnɪmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the name of a place or geographical location.

Example: The toponymic study of the region revealed interesting historical insights.

toponymy

IPA: /təˈpɒnɪmi/

KK: /tɑˈpɒnəmi/

noun

Definition: The study of place names and their origins, or the names of specific locations in a particular area or language.

Example: Toponymy helps us understand the history and culture of a place through its names.

tovarish

IPA: /təˈvɑːrɪʃ/

KK: /təˈvɑːrɪʃ/

noun

Definition: A term used to refer to a comrade or friend, particularly in the context of the former Soviet Union.

Example: He greeted his friend with a warm 'tovarish' as they met at the rally.

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