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Topic: Law

obscenity

IPA: //əbˈsɛnɪti//

KK: /əbˈsɛnɪti/

noun

Definition: A word, act, or expression that is offensive, indecent, or lewd, often causing strong reactions of disgust or disapproval.

Example: The movie was criticized for its use of obscenity and inappropriate language.

obstruct

IPA: /əbˈstrʌkt/

KK: /əbˈstrʌkt/

transitive verb

Definition: To block or make it difficult for something to pass or move forward.

Example: The fallen tree obstructed the road, making it hard for cars to get through.

obstruction

IPA: /əbˈstrʌkʃən/

KK: /əbˈstrʌkʃən/

noun

Definition: Something that blocks or gets in the way of progress or movement.

Example: The fallen tree was an obstruction on the road, making it difficult for cars to pass.

obstructor

IPA: /əbˈstrʌktər/

KK: /əbˈstrʌktər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that blocks or hinders progress or movement.

Example: The fallen tree was an obstructor on the road, making it difficult for cars to pass.

occupier

IPA: /ˈɒkjʊpaɪə/

KK: /ˈɑkjəˌpaɪər/

noun

Definition: A person or group that occupies a space or property, often referring to someone living in a place without legal ownership.

Example: The occupier of the building was asked to leave by the authorities.

octroi

IPA: /ɒkˈtrɔɪ/

KK: /ɑkˈtrɔɪ/

noun

Definition: A tax or fee that is charged on goods brought into a city or area, often collected at the entrance or gate.

Example: The merchants had to pay an octroi before they could sell their goods in the market.

offence

IPA: /əˈfɛns/

KK: /əˈfɛns/

noun

Definition: A term used mainly in British English to refer to a crime or an act that breaks the law.

Example: He was charged with a serious offence after the investigation.

offender

IPA: /əˈfɛndər/

KK: /əˈfɛndər/

noun

Definition: A person who commits a crime or breaks a law.

Example: The judge sentenced the offender to five years in prison.

offense

IPA: /əˈfɛns/

KK: /əˈfɛns/

noun

Definition: A wrongdoing or crime that breaks a law or moral rule.

Example: He was charged with a serious offense for his actions.

offeree

IPA: /ˌɒf.əˈriː/

KK: /ɔːfərˈiː/

noun

Definition: A person or party who receives an offer in a contract or agreement.

Example: In a contract negotiation, the offeree must carefully consider the terms before accepting the offer.

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