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Topic: Music

shantey

IPA: /ˈʃæn.teɪ/

KK: /ˈʃæn.ti/

noun

Definition: A type of song sung by sailors, often while working on a ship, to help coordinate their efforts and keep time.

Example: The crew sang a lively shantey as they hoisted the sails.

shantyman

IPA: /ˈʃæntɪmən/

KK: /ˈʃæntɪmən/

noun

Definition: A sailor who leads the singing of a sea shanty, with other sailors joining in the responses or choruses.

Example: The shantyman's powerful voice filled the ship as the crew joined in the song.

shenai

IPA: /ʃəˈnaɪ/

KK: /ʃəˈnaɪ/

noun

Definition: A traditional woodwind instrument that has a long, narrow body and a round sound bowl, often used in Indian music.

Example: The musician played a beautiful melody on the shenai during the wedding ceremony.

shimmy

IPA: /ˈʃɪmi/

KK: /ˈʃɪmi/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move or shake the body in a lively manner, often as part of a dance, or to vibrate in an unsteady way.

Example: She loves to shimmy to the music at parties.

noun

Definition: A type of dance or movement that involves shaking the body, often associated with jazz music and popular in the 1920s.

Example: She performed a lively shimmy at the dance party, captivating everyone with her energy.

shivaree

IPA: /ʃɪˈvɛri/

KK: /ʃɪˈvɛri/

noun

Definition: A loud and playful celebration or serenade, often performed for newlyweds, typically involving noise-making and sometimes mockery.

Example: The neighbors organized a shivaree to celebrate the couple's wedding with music and laughter.

shophar

IPA: /ʃoʊˈfɑːr/

KK: /ʃoʊˈfɑr/

noun

Definition: An ancient musical instrument from Hebrew tradition, typically made from a ram's horn and used in religious ceremonies.

Example: During the Jewish New Year, the shophar is blown to mark the beginning of the holiday.

show

IPA: /ʃoʊ/

KK: /ʃoʊ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be seen or to become visible; to appear in a way that others can notice.

Example: The stars show brightly in the night sky.

noun

Definition: An event or performance that is presented to an audience, often for entertainment or display purposes.

Example: The circus show was filled with amazing acts and performances.

showgoer

IPA: /ˈʃoʊˌɡoʊər/

KK: /ˈʃoʊˌɡoʊər/

noun

Definition: A person who goes to see a performance, such as a play, concert, or movie.

Example: The showgoer enjoyed the musical and applauded at the end.

showing

IPA: /ˈʃoʊɪŋ/

KK: /ˈʃoʊɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of presenting something, such as evidence, a performance, or a display.

Example: The showing of the new movie attracted a large audience.

showstopping

IPA: /ʃoʊˈstɒpɪŋ/

KK: /ʃoʊˈstɑpɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is so impressive or remarkable that it stops the show or draws everyone's attention.

Example: The singer's performance was showstopping, leaving the audience in awe.

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