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jouissance

[ zhwee-sahnns ] [ ʒwi sɑ̃ns ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

noun

pleasure; enjoyment.

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EXAMPLES OF JOUISSANCE

  • The novel’s rich descriptions and poetic language offered readers moments of jouissance as they immersed themselves in its captivating narrative.
  • The ballet performance was a masterpiece of grace and passion, eliciting feelings of jouissance in all who had the privilege to witness it.
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smorgasbord

[ smawr-guhs-bawrd, shmawr- ] [ ˈsmɔr gəsˌbɔrd, ˈʃmɔr- ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

noun

an extensive array or variety.

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  • First recorded in 1875–80.
  • Comes from the Swedish word smörgåsbord.
  • Smörgåsbord is formed from smörgås, “(slice of) bread and butter, sandwich,” from smör, “butter” (related to smear, “to rub with fat”) and gås, “goose, lump of fat or butter,” and bord, “table” (as in board, “a table”).
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EXAMPLES OF SMORGASBORD

  • The music festival offered a smorgasbord of musical genres, appealing to all kinds of music lovers.
  • She was impressed by the smorgasbord of colors available in the paint aisle at the local hardware store.
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shacket

[ shak-it ] [ ˈʃæk ɪt ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

noun

a garment in the style of a button-down shirt, made of a thicker fabric and usually worn over other shirts.

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  • First recorded in 1885–90.
  • Of uncertain origin, but perhaps a variant of jacket or, in later use, a blend of sh(irt) and (j)acket.
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EXAMPLES OF SHACKET

  • The fashion-forward influencer showcased how versatile a shacket can be by pairing it with both jeans and trousers.
  • During the transitional seasons, a lightweight shacket is the perfect choice for adding an extra layer without feeling too bulky.
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