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to moor
Verb
neo, buộc tàu
to secure a boat by means of cables or anchors in a particular place
"Tourists watched as the captain skillfully moored the riverboat along the scenic riverbank for an evening stop ."
deportation
Noun
trục xuất, trục xuất khỏi đất nước
the expulsion of a non-citizen or foreigner from a country, often for being undesirable or violating laws
"The government debated stricter deportation policies ."
floorball
Noun
floorball, khúc côn cầu trong nhà
a team sport played indoors with plastic sticks and a lightweight ball, resembling indoor hockey
"He scored a hat trick in the floorball match , leading his team to victory with his precise shooting and strategic playmaking ."
diorama
Noun
diorama, mô hình ba chiều
a small-scale three-dimensional model or display depicting a scene, often enclosed within a glass case for viewing
"The school 's history project required students to create a diorama depicting a significant moment from World War II , encouraging them to research and recreate historical scenes with accuracy ."
horology
Noun
nghệ thuật chế tạo đồng hồ, khoa học về đồng hồ
the art of making watches and clocks
"The horology museum housed an extensive collection of timekeeping devices , spanning centuries of history and showcasing the evolution of technology and design in horological craftsmanship ."
storyboarding
Noun
storyboard, quá trình tạo storyboard
the process of creating a set of pictures or drawings depicting the outline of the plot of a movie, TV series, etc.
"In advertising , storyboarding helps clients visualize the proposed commercial , providing a frame-by-frame outline of how the final product will look ."
frame story
Noun
câu chuyện khung, truyện khung
a literary technique in which an introductory narrative serves as a frame for another story or a series of shorter stories
"The frame story provides a meta-narrative framework that invites readers to reflect on the nature of storytelling itself , blurring the lines between fiction and reality ."
allegory
Noun
ngụ ngôn, biểu tượng câu chuyện
a specific story, artwork, or performance that embodies symbolic representation of deeper truths
"Animal Farm stands as a political allegory."
foreshadowing
Noun
điềm báo, dự báo
the act of giving a clue of the future events to the audience in advance while narrating a story
"The mysterious stranger's ominous warning served as foreshadowing for the danger lurking ahead."
orchestra pit
Noun
hố dàn nhạc, dàn nhạc
the place in front of the stage, which is slightly lower, where an orchestra sits and performs for an opera, ballet, etc.
"The new theater design included a spacious orchestra pit to accommodate larger ensembles and improve acoustics ."
sartorial
Adjective
thuộc về quần áo, liên quan đến trang phục nam giới
referring to clothing, particularly men's clothing, or the manner in which it is tailored or worn
"The tailor was known for his mastery of sartorial craftsmanship , producing garments that were both stylish and impeccably constructed ."
gorget
Noun
cổ áo cao, cổ áo cứng
high collar, often stiff, that encircles the neck and may extend to cover the shoulders, typically found in formal or historical attire
"She wrapped a colorful gorget around her head as a stylish headband ."
portico
Noun
mái hiên, hành lang có cột
a covered entrance or porch with columns, typically leading to the main entrance of a building and serving as a decorative architectural feature
"The church 's portico served as a gathering place for parishioners before and after services , fostering a sense of community ."
mores
Noun
phong tục, giá trị
the customs and values of a society that characterize it
"Sociologists study the mores of different cultures to understand the norms and values that shape human behavior ."
folklore
Noun
văn hóa dân gian, truyền thống dân gian
the traditional beliefs, customs, stories, and legends of a particular community, usually passed down through generations by word of mouth
"Folklore can also evolve over time , adapting to changes in society and incorporating new influences while retaining its essential character and meaning ."
inferior
Noun
cấp dưới, người thấp kém
a person with a lower position than someone else
"Overcoming the stigma of being labeled an inferior required resilience, determination, and collective action to challenge oppressive systems of hierarchy and inequality."
diaspora
Noun
diaspora, sự phân tán
the dispersion or scattering of a community or ethnic group from their ancestral or original homeland
"Born out of displacement and persecution , the Assyrian diaspora attests to the resilience of Assyrian culture , maintained by communities dispersed across different continents ."
purgatory
Noun
luyện ngục, trạng thái thanh lọc
in certain Christian beliefs, a temporary state of purification for souls after death, preparing them for entry into heaven
"Purgatory is often associated with the idea of God 's mercy and the opportunity for spiritual refinement beyond earthly life ."
rhetoric
Noun
tu từ học, thuật hùng biện
the study of techniques and principles for using language effectively, especially in public speaking
"Rhetoric teaches how to organize ideas logically and persuasively."
portmanteau word
Noun
từ kết hợp, từ portmanteau
a new word that is formed by the combination of two other words blending their meaning and sounds
"The creation of portmanteau words can be playful and creative , as seen in " chillax , " a combination of " chill " and " relax . ""
morpheme
Noun
hình vị, đơn vị ngữ nghĩa nhỏ nhất
(linguistics) the smallest meaningful unit of a language that does not necessarily stand alone and cannot be divided
"The study of morphemes, known as morphology , examines how these units combine to create complex words ."
anaphora
Noun
phép lặp đầu câu, sự lặp lại
(grammar) a word or phrase that refers to a preceding word or phrase
"Anaphora is often employed in literature and oratory to evoke emotion, emphasize ideas, and make speeches more memorable."
hypocorism
Noun
từ giảm nhẹ, tên thân mật
a word-formation process in which a word or name is modified to create a shorter, affectionate, or informal version, often used to express familiarity, endearment, or intimacy
"The formation of hypocorisms can involve various linguistic processes such as clipping , adding diminutive suffixes , or phonetic modification ."
spin doctor
Noun
cố vấn truyền thông, người thao túng truyền thông
a person or group of people who are often employed by politicians, public figures, or the government in order to shape the public opinion in their favor
"In the future , spin doctors may face increasing scrutiny as the public becomes more aware of the tactics used to shape narratives ."
litigator
Noun
luật sư tranh tụng, người kiện tụng
a lawyer who specializes in bringing a lawsuit against people or organizations in a court of law
"In the courtroom , the litigator presented persuasive arguments and effectively cross-examined witnesses to support their client 's case ."
tort
Noun
hành vi dân sự sai trái, tội dân sự
a civil wrong causing harm, not a crime
"The manufacturer was held liable for the tort of strict product liability after a defective product caused injuries ."
ordinance
Noun
sắc lệnh, quy định
an authoritative or established rule, often issued by a governing body
"Environmental ordinances protect local wildlife ."
misdemeanor
Noun
tội nhẹ, vi phạm nhỏ
an action that is considered wrong or unacceptable yet not very serious
"Public intoxication is often classified as a misdemeanor, leading to a night in jail or a minor fine ."
extortion
Noun
tống tiền, bóc lột
the criminal act of obtaining money, property, or services from someone through coercion, threats, or intimidation
"Victims of extortion often feel helpless and afraid ."
to forge
Verb
làm giả, giả mạo
to create a fake copy or imitation of something
"She was arrested for attempting to forge documents ."