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Topic: Places

yamen

IPA: /jæˈmɛn/

KK: /jæˈmɛn/

noun

Definition: A building or place where a government official in China works or lives, especially in the past.

Example: The ancient yamen was a symbol of the local government's authority.

yard

IPA: /jɑrd/

KK: /jɑrd/

adjective

Definition: Not applicable as 'yard' is primarily a noun referring to an area of land, especially one used for a specific purpose.

Example: The children played in the yard behind the house.

intransitive verb

Definition: To come together or be collected in a space, similar to how things might be gathered in a yard.

Example: The leaves yard in the corner of the garden after the wind blows.

noun

Definition: A piece of land next to a building, often used for activities like gardening or playing.

Example: The children played in the yard while their parents watched from the porch.

transitive verb

Definition: To put something into a yard or to enclose it within a yard.

Example: They decided to yard the animals in the fenced area for safety.

yardarm

IPA: /ˈjɑːrdɑːrm/

KK: /ˈjɑrdˌɑrm/

noun

Definition: The end of a horizontal pole on a ship that supports the sails.

Example: The crew adjusted the sails attached to the yardarm to catch the wind.

yonder

IPA: /ˈjɒndər/

KK: /jɑndər/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a place that is at a distance but can be seen or pointed to.

Example: Look at the mountains yonder; they are beautiful!

adverb

Definition: In or at a place that is not very far away, often visible from where you are.

Example: Look at the mountains yonder; they are beautiful!

pronoun

Definition: A word used to refer to a place that is not very far away, often seen or pointed out.

Example: Look over yonder at the beautiful mountains.

yurt

IPA: /jɜrt/

KK: /jɜrt/

noun

Definition: A round, tent-like structure that is portable and traditionally used by nomadic people in central Asia, made of felt or skins over a wooden frame.

Example: The family set up their yurt in the mountains for the summer.

zocalo

IPA: //ˈzoʊkəloʊ//

KK: /ˈzoʊkəloʊ/

noun

Definition: A public square or plaza, particularly found in Mexican towns and cities, where people gather for various activities.

Example: The festival was held in the zocalo, attracting many visitors from the surrounding areas.

zona

IPA: //ˈzoʊ.nə//

KK: /zō'nə/

noun

Definition: A type of fish found in Madagascar, known for its silvery body and red tail.

Example: The zona is a unique fish that can only be found in the waters of Madagascar.

zone

IPA: /zoʊn/

KK: /zoʊn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to areas that are divided into sections or zones, often used in contexts like sports or geography.

Example: The team used a zone defense to protect their goal during the match.

noun

Definition: A specific area or section that is set apart for a particular purpose or activity, such as a part of a city designated for homes or businesses.

Example: The city council decided to create a new residential zone to accommodate more families.

transitive verb

Definition: To divide an area into different sections or regions for specific purposes.

Example: The city plans to zone the new development for residential use.

zoo

IPA: /zuː/

KK: /zu/

noun

Definition: A place where animals are kept for people to see, often in a park-like setting.

Example: We visited the zoo to see the lions and elephants.

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