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houseplant

IPA: //ˈhaʊsˌplænt//

KK: /ˈhaʊsˌplænt/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that is grown inside a building, usually for decoration or to improve air quality.

Example: She has several houseplants in her living room that add a touch of green to the space.

housewarming

IPA: //ˈhaʊsˌwɔːrmɪŋ//

KK: /ˈhaʊsˌwɜrmɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A party or celebration that is held to welcome someone into a new home.

Example: We are having a housewarming this weekend to celebrate our new apartment.

housewife

IPA: /ˈhaʊsˌwaɪf/

KK: /ˈhaʊsˌwaɪf/

noun

Definition: A woman whose main job is to take care of her home and family, often managing household tasks like cooking and cleaning.

Example: She is a dedicated housewife who enjoys cooking for her family.

housewifely

IPA: /ˈhaʊsˌwaɪfli/

KK: /ˈhaʊsˌwaɪfli/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the duties or activities typically associated with a housewife, such as managing a household and taking care of family needs.

Example: She has a housewifely approach to organizing her home, ensuring everything is in its place.

housewifery

IPA: //ˈhaʊsˌwaɪfəri//

KK: /ˈhaʊsˌwaɪfəri/

noun

Definition: The activities and responsibilities related to managing a household, typically performed by a housewife.

Example: She excels in housewifery, keeping the home organized and welcoming.

housework

IPA: /ˈhaʊsˌwɜːrk/

KK: /ˈhaʊsˌwɜrk/

noun

Definition: The tasks that involve cleaning, cooking, and maintaining a home.

Example: She spends her weekends doing housework to keep the house tidy.

housing

IPA: /ˈhaʊzɪŋ/

KK: /ˈhaʊzɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A place where people live, such as a house or apartment.

Example: The city is building new housing to accommodate the growing population.

hovel

IPA: /ˈhɒvəl/

KK: /ˈhɑvəl/

noun

Definition: A small and often dirty or poorly built house where people live, usually in bad conditions.

Example: The family lived in a hovel on the outskirts of the city.

hovelling

IPA: /ˈhɒv.əl.ɪŋ/

KK: /ˈhɑvəlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A technique used to improve airflow in chimneys by adjusting the height of the sides or covering the top.

Example: The old house had a unique hovelling system that ensured smoke was efficiently drawn out of the chimney.

humidifier

IPA: /hjuːˈmɪdɪfaɪər/

KK: /hjuːˈmɪdɪfaɪər/

noun

Definition: A machine that adds moisture to the air in a room or space to make it more comfortable, especially in dry conditions.

Example: We use a humidifier in the winter to keep the air from getting too dry.

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