Set 6: Jic-Mod for Spelling Bee Level 3

Noun; Nahuatl

/ˈhiːkəmə/

Definition: A type of root vegetable native to Mexico, known for its crisp texture.

Sample Sentence: We added /ˈhiːkəmə/ to our salad for extra crunch.

jicama

Sample Sentence: We added jicama to our salad for extra crunch.

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Noun; Spanish

/hɒˈrəʊpɒ/

Definition: A fast-paced Venezuelan folk dance.

Sample Sentence: The dancers performed the /hɒˈrəʊpɒ/ with spirited movements.

joropo

Sample Sentence: The dancers performed the joropo with spirited movements.

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Adjective; Latin

/ˈdʒuːbɪlənt/

Definition: Feeling or expressing great happiness and triumph.

Sample Sentence: The team was /ˈdʒuːbɪlənt/ after their victory.

jubilant

Sample Sentence: The team was jubilant after their victory.

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Noun; Hebrew

/ˈdʒuːdeɪɪzəm/

Definition: The monotheistic religion of the Jews.

Sample Sentence: She studied /ˈdʒuːdeɪɪzəm/ to understand its traditions and beliefs.

Judaism

Sample Sentence: She studied Judaism to understand its traditions and beliefs.

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Noun; Japanese

/dʒuːˈdəʊkə/

Definition: A practitioner of judo.

Sample Sentence: The /dʒuːˈdəʊkə/ demonstrated impressive skill on the mat.

judoka

Sample Sentence: The judoka demonstrated impressive skill on the mat.

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Adjective; Latin

/ˈdʒʌɡjələr/

Definition: Relating to the throat or neck.

Sample Sentence: The surgeon was careful when operating near the /ˈdʒʌɡjələr/ vein.

jugular

Sample Sentence: The surgeon was careful when operating near the jugular vein.

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Adjective; French

/dʒuːˈliːɛn/

Definition: A method of cutting vegetables into thin strips.

Sample Sentence: The recipe called for the carrots to be cut in a /dʒuːˈliːɛn/ style to ensure even cooking.

julienne

Sample Sentence: The recipe called for the carrots to be cut in a julienne style to ensure even cooking.

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Adjective; English

/ˈjʊŋiən/

Definition: Relating to the ideas of Carl Jung, especially his concept of the collective unconscious.

Sample Sentence: Her therapist employed /ˈjʊŋiən/ techniques to explore her dreams and unconscious mind.

Jungian

Sample Sentence: Her therapist employed Jungian techniques to explore her dreams and unconscious mind.

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Noun; Maori

/ˈkækəpoʊ/

Definition: A large, nocturnal, flightless parrot native to New Zealand.

Sample Sentence: The /ˈkækəpoʊ/ is critically endangered and efforts are being made to conserve its population.

kakapo

Sample Sentence: The kakapo is critically endangered and efforts are being made to conserve its population.

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Noun; Greek

/kəˈlaɪdəskoʊp/

Definition: An optical instrument with two or more reflecting surfaces inclined to each other.

Sample Sentence: Children are fascinated by the colors and patterns in a /kəˈlaɪdəskoʊp/.

kaleidoscope

Sample Sentence: Children are fascinated by the colors and patterns in a kaleidoscope.

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Noun; Guugu Yimithirr (Australian Aboriginal)

/ˌkæŋɡəˈruː/

Definition: A large marsupial of Australia, known for its jumping ability and carrying young in a pouch.

Sample Sentence: The /ˌkæŋɡəˈruː/ hopped across the open plain.

kangaroo

Sample Sentence: The kangaroo hopped across the open plain.

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Noun; Japanese

/ˈkændʒi/

Definition: A system of Japanese writing using Chinese characters.

Sample Sentence: Learning /ˈkændʒi/ can be challenging due to its complexity and large number of characters.

kanji

Sample Sentence: Learning kanji can be challenging due to its complexity and large number of characters.

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Noun; Sanskrit

/ˈkɑːrmə/

Definition: The sum of a person’s actions in this and previous states of existence, viewed as deciding their fate in future existences.

Sample Sentence: Many believe in /ˈkɑːrmə/ as a guiding principle in life.

karma

Sample Sentence: Many believe in karma as a guiding principle in life.

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Noun; Japanese

/kəˈtɑːnə/

Definition: A long, single-edged sword used by Japanese samurai.

Sample Sentence: The museum displayed an ancient /kəˈtɑːnə/ in the samurai exhibit.

katana

Sample Sentence: The museum displayed an ancient katana in the samurai exhibit.

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Noun; Japanese

/ˈkætsʊrə/

Definition: A type of tree native to Japan and China, known for its heart-shaped leaves.

Sample Sentence: The /ˈkætsʊrə/ in the garden turned a brilliant gold in autumn.

katsura

Sample Sentence: The katsura in the garden turned a brilliant gold in autumn.

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Noun; Old English

/ˈkiːnɪŋ/

Definition: A wailing lament for the dead.

Sample Sentence: The /ˈkiːnɪŋ/ at the funeral was a poignant expression of grief.

keening

Sample Sentence: The keening at the funeral was a poignant expression of grief.

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Noun; French

/ˈkeɪpi/

Definition: A military cap with a flat top and a horizontal peak.

Sample Sentence: The soldier adjusted his /ˈkeɪpi/ as he stood at attention.

kepi

Sample Sentence: The soldier adjusted his kepi as he stood at attention.

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Noun; Irish

/ˈkɛrɪl/

Definition: An Irish term for a small bundle of twigs or sticks.

Sample Sentence: He gathered a /ˈkɛrɪl/ for the fire.

kerril

Sample Sentence: He gathered a kerril for the fire.

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Adjective; Named for John Maynard Keynes

/ˈkeɪnziən/

Definition: Relating to the economic theories of John Maynard Keynes.

Sample Sentence: The government’s /ˈkeɪnziən/ policies aimed to stimulate the economy during the recession.

Keynesian

Sample Sentence: The government’s Keynesian policies aimed to stimulate the economy during the recession.

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Noun; Yiddish

/ˈkɪxəl/

Definition: A type of Jewish cookie or cracker often served with a cup of tea.

Sample Sentence: She enjoyed a /ˈkɪxəl/ with her afternoon tea.

kichel

Sample Sentence: She enjoyed a kichel with her afternoon tea.

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Noun; Old Norse

/ˈkɪndlɪŋ/

Definition: Small sticks or twigs used for lighting fires.

Sample Sentence: We gathered /ˈkɪndlɪŋ/ to start the campfire.

kindling

Sample Sentence: We gathered kindling to start the campfire.

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Noun; Greek

/kɪˌniːsiˈɒlədʒi/

Definition: The study of human body movement.

Sample Sentence: She decided to major in /kɪˌniːsiˈɒlədʒi/ to understand more about physical therapy.

kinesiology

Sample Sentence: She decided to major in kinesiology to understand more about physical therapy.

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Noun; Hawaiian

/kɪˈpuːkə/

Definition: An area of land surrounded by lava flows.

Sample Sentence: The /kɪˈpuːkə/ was a lush green oasis in the volcanic landscape.

kipuka

Sample Sentence: The kipuka was a lush green oasis in the volcanic landscape.

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Noun; Danish

/ˈkjɛldˌhɔl/

Definition: A method for determining the nitrogen content in organic compounds.

Sample Sentence: The /ˈkjɛldˌhɔl/ method is essential in protein analysis.

Kjeldahl

Sample Sentence: The Kjeldahl method is essential in protein analysis.

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# Noun; Greek /ˈklaɪstrɒn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A specialized linear-beam vacuum tube used to amplify high radio frequencies. **Sample Sentence:** *The engineer adjusted the /ˈklaɪstrɒn/ to improve the signal quality.*

klystron ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The engineer adjusted the *klystron* to improve the signal quality.

# Noun; Persian /ˌkoʊhɪˈnʊr/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A famous large diamond that was part of the Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˌkoʊhɪˈnʊr/ is one of the most famous diamonds in the world.*

koh-i-noor ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *koh-i-noor* is one of the most famous diamonds in the world.

# Noun; Japanese /kɔɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A common carp, especially as bred in Japan for ornamental gardens. **Sample Sentence:** *The pond was filled with colorful /kɔɪ/.*

koi ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The pond was filled with colorful *koi*.

# Noun; Yiddish /ˈkuːɡəl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A baked pudding or casserole, most commonly made from egg noodles or potatoes. **Sample Sentence:** The holiday meal was incomplete without a serving of /ˈkuːɡəl/.

kugel ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The holiday meal was incomplete without a serving of *kugel*.

# Noun; Chinese /ˈkʌŋ ˈfu/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A primarily unarmed Chinese martial art resembling karate. **Sample Sentence:** *He trained in /ˈkʌŋ ˈfu/ for several years.*

kung fu ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He trained in *kung fu* for several years.

# Adjective; Greek /ˌlæbəˈrɪnθaɪn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Like a labyrinth; intricate and confusing. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˌlæbəˈrɪnθaɪn/ corridors of the castle were easy to get lost in.*

labyrinthine ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *labyrinthine* corridors of the castle were easy to get lost in.

# Noun; German /ˈlɑːksʃɪŋkən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of smoked ham. **Sample Sentence:** *For breakfast, they served /ˈlɑːksʃɪŋkən/ with eggs.*

lachsschinken ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** For breakfast, they served *lachsschinken* with eggs.

# Noun; Latin /ləˈkjuːnə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An unfilled space or interval; a gap. **Sample Sentence:** *The historian noted a /ləˈkjuːnə/ in the records from the medieval period.*

lacuna ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The historian noted a *lacuna* in the records from the medieval period.

# Noun; Greek /ˈlænθənaɪdz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A series of chemical elements in the periodic table from lanthanum to lutetium. **Sample Sentence:** */ˈlænθənaɪdz/ are often used in the production of strong magnets and other high-tech applications.*

lanthanides ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** *Lanthanides* are often used in the production of strong magnets and other high-tech applications.

# Noun; French /lɑːrˈʒɛs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Generosity in bestowing money or gifts upon others. **Sample Sentence:** His /lɑːrˈʒɛs/ was appreciated by the charity.

largesses ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** His *largesses* was appreciated by the charity.

# Noun; Middle English /ˈlɑːkspɜːr/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of flowering plant in the buttercup family known for its colorful spikes of flowers. **Sample Sentence:** *The garden was filled with blooming /ˈlɑːkspɜːr/ in the spring.*

larkspur ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The garden was filled with blooming *larkspur* in the spring.

# Noun; Spanish /ˈlæsoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A rope with a noose at one end used especially in North America for catching cattle. **Sample Sentence:** *The cowboy skillfully swung his /ˈlæsoʊ/ to catch the runaway calf.*

lasso ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The cowboy skillfully swung his *lasso* to catch the runaway calf.

# Adjective; Latin /ˈleɪtəˌɡreɪd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Moving sideways. **Sample Sentence:** The /ˈleɪtəˌɡreɪd/ movement of crabs allows them to navigate their environment efficiently.

laterigrade ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *laterigrade* movement of crabs allows them to navigate their environment efficiently.

# Noun; English /ˈlɔndrəˌmæt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A self-service laundry facility. **Sample Sentence:** *She took her clothes to the /ˈlɔndrəˌmæt/ to wash them.*

Laundromat ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She took her clothes to the *Laundromat* to wash them.

# Adverb; English /ˈlævɪʃli/ ## Footnote **Definition:** In a sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious manner. **Sample Sentence:** *The banquet was /ˈlævɪʃli/ decorated with flowers and fine china.*

lavishly ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The banquet was *lavishly* decorated with flowers and fine china.

# Adjective; English /ˈliːwərd/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Situated away from the wind; sheltered. **Sample Sentence:** *The sailors sought a /ˈliːwərd/ position to anchor the ship safely.*

leeward ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The sailors sought a *leeward* position to anchor the ship safely.

# Noun; Swedish /lɛks/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A communal area where members of certain species of birds gather for mating displays. **Sample Sentence:** *The birds gathered at the /lɛks/ to perform their courtship dances.*

leks ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The birds gathered at the *leks* to perform their courtship dances.

# Noun; Latin /laɪəˈbɪləti/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The state of being responsible for something, especially by law. **Sample Sentence:** *He faced /laɪəˈbɪləti/ for the damages caused.*

liability ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He faced *liability* for the damages caused.

# Noun; English /ˈlaɪ.dəˌkeɪn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A local anesthetic used to numb tissue in a specific area. **Sample Sentence:** *The dentist applied /ˈlaɪ.dəˌkeɪn/ before the procedure.*

lidocaine ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The dentist applied *lidocaine* before the procedure.

# Noun; French /lɪˈɛrə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Ivy, especially when used as a decorative element. **Sample Sentence:** *The old wall was covered in /lɪˈɛrə/.*

lierre ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The old wall was covered in *lierre*.

# Noun; French /luːˈtɛnənt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A rank in the military or naval services, typically junior to a captain. **Sample Sentence:** *The /luːˈtɛnənt/ led his platoon with confidence.*

lieutenant ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *lieutenant* led his platoon with confidence.

# Noun; Spanish /ˈliːɡəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Leagues; sports associations. **Sample Sentence:** The footballer was well-known in both local and international /ˈliːɡəs/.

ligas ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The footballer was well-known in both local and international *ligas*.

# Adjective; English /ˌlɪlɪˈpjuː.ʃən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Extremely small or miniature. **Sample Sentence:** *The model was built with /ˌlɪlɪˈpjuː.ʃən/ precision.*

liliputian ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The model was built with *liliputian* precision.

# Noun; Middle English /ˈlɪniɪdʒ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Direct descent from an ancestor; ancestry or pedigree. **Sample Sentence:** *She traced her /ˈlɪniɪdʒ/ back several generations.*

lineage ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She traced her *lineage* back several generations.

# Proper Noun; Spanish /juˌjaɪˈjɑːkoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A dormant volcano in the Andes on the border between Argentina and Chile. **Sample Sentence:** *The expedition set out to climb /juˌjaɪˈjɑːkoʊ/.*

Llullaillaco ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The expedition set out to climb *Llullaillaco*.

# Noun; English /ˈlɒbˌskaʊs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A stew, typically made with meat, potatoes, and onions, associated with sailors. **Sample Sentence:** *The crew enjoyed a hearty meal of /ˈlɒbˌskaʊs/.*

lobscouse ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The crew enjoyed a hearty meal of *lobscouse*.

# Adjective; Latin /lɒnˈdʒiːvəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Long-lived; having a long life span. **Sample Sentence:** *The tortoise is a particularly /lɒnˈdʒiːvəs/ creature.*

longevous ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The tortoise is a particularly *longevous* creature.

# Adjective; French /luːʃ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Of questionable taste or morality. **Sample Sentence:** His reputation for /luːʃ/ behavior preceded him in social circles.

louche ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** His reputation for *louche* behavior preceded him in social circles.

# Noun; French /lwiː ˈdɔːr/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A French gold coin. **Sample Sentence:** *The collector prized the /lwiː ˈdɔːr/ for its historical value.*

louis d’or ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The collector prized the *louis d’or* for its historical value.

# Noun; French /luːp/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A small magnifying glass used by jewelers and watchmakers. **Sample Sentence:** He examined the gemstone closely with a /luːp/ to check for any flaws.

loupe ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He examined the gemstone closely with a *loupe* to check for any flaws.

# Noun; Dutch /ˈlʌbərz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Clumsy or inexperienced sailors. **Sample Sentence:** *The experienced crew had to help the /ˈlʌbərz/ learn the ropes.*

lubbers ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The experienced crew had to help the *lubbers* learn the ropes.

# Noun; Latin /ˈluːsɪfərɪn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A light-emitting compound found in organisms that cause bioluminescence. **Sample Sentence:** *Fireflies produce their glow through a reaction involving /ˈluːsɪfərɪn/.*

luciferin ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Fireflies produce their glow through a reaction involving *luciferin*.

# Adjective; Latin /lʊˈɡjuːbrɪəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Looking or sounding sad and dismal. **Sample Sentence:** *His /lʊˈɡjuːbrɪəs/ demeanor made the gloomy day even worse.*

lugubrious ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** His *lugubrious* demeanor made the gloomy day even worse.

# Noun; Greek /lɪmˈfoʊmə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system. **Sample Sentence:** *Early detection of /lɪmˈfoʊmə/ can greatly improve treatment outcomes.*

lymphoma ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Early detection of *lymphoma* can greatly improve treatment outcomes.

# Proper noun; Greek /ˌmæsɪˈdoʊniə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A historical region and former kingdom located in the northern part of Greece. **Sample Sentence:** */ˌmæsɪˈdoʊniə/ was home to Alexander the Great.*

Macedonia ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** *Macedonia* was home to Alexander the Great.

# Noun; Latin /ˌmækəˈneɪʃən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A plot or scheme. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˌmækəˈneɪʃən/ to overthrow the government was uncovered before it could be executed.*

machination ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *machination* to overthrow the government was uncovered before it could be executed.

# Adjective; Greek /məˈkrɒp.tər.əs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Having large wings. **Sample Sentence:** *The /məˈkrɒp.tər.əs/ birds soared effortlessly through the sky.*

macropterous ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *macropterous* birds soared effortlessly through the sky.

# Noun; Malagasy /ˌmædəˈɡæskər/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An island country in the Indian Ocean, off the coast of East Africa. **Sample Sentence:** *The unique wildlife of /ˌmædəˈɡæskər/ attracts many tourists.*

Madagascar ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The unique wildlife of *Madagascar* attracts many tourists.

# Noun; Italian /məˈdʒɛntə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A purplish-red color. **Sample Sentence:** *The artist mixed /məˈdʒɛntə/ with blue to create a rich purple hue.*

magenta ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The artist mixed *magenta* with blue to create a rich purple hue.

# Noun; Latin /ˈmædʒɪˌstreɪts/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A civil officer or lay judge who administers the law. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈmædʒɪˌstreɪts/ were responsible for overseeing the court cases.*

magistrates ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *magistrates* were responsible for overseeing the court cases.

# Noun; Greek /ˈmæ.ləˌkaɪt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A green mineral used as a gemstone or in sculpture. **Sample Sentence:** *The necklace was adorned with /ˈmæ.ləˌkaɪt/ stones.*

malachite ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The necklace was adorned with *malachite* stones.

# Adjective; Latin /məˈlɪʃəs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Intending or intended to do harm. **Sample Sentence:** *The hacker's /məˈlɪʃəs/ attack compromised the entire system.*

malicious ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The hacker's *malicious* attack compromised the entire system.

# Adjective; Latin /məˈlɪɡnənt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Very virulent or infectious. **Sample Sentence:** *The doctors were concerned about the /məˈlɪɡnənt/ nature of the tumor.*

malignant ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The doctors were concerned about the *malignant* nature of the tumor.

# Noun; Middle English /ˈmælɪt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A hammer with a large, usually wooden head, used especially for hitting a chisel. **Sample Sentence:** *He used a /ˈmælɪt/ to gently tap the chisel.*

mallet ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He used a *mallet* to gently tap the chisel.

# Noun; Latin /mælˌnuːˈtrɪʃən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Lack of proper nutrition caused by not having enough to eat. **Sample Sentence:** *The drought led to widespread /mælˌnuːˈtrɪʃən/ in the region.*

malnutrition ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The drought led to widespread *malnutrition* in the region.

# Noun; Japanese /mæˈmuːʃi/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A venomous pit viper found in Japan and China. **Sample Sentence:** *Hikers were warned about the presence of /mæˈmuːʃi/ in the area.*

mamushi ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Hikers were warned about the presence of *mamushi* in the area.

# Adverb; Spanish /mɑːˈnjɑːnə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Tomorrow; in the indefinite future. **Sample Sentence:** *They promised to finish the work /mɑːˈnjɑːnə/.*

mañana ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** They promised to finish the work *mañana*.

# Noun; Italian /mænˈdɔːrlə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** An almond-shaped aureole seen in religious art surrounding holy figures. **Sample Sentence:** The painting depicted a saint surrounded by a radiant /mænˈdɔːrlə/.

mandorla ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The painting depicted a saint surrounded by a radiant *mandorla*.

# Noun; German /ˈmæŋɡəlz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of beet cultivated as cattle feed. **Sample Sentence:** *The farmer harvested /ˈmæŋɡəlz/ to feed the livestock.*

mangels ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The farmer harvested *mangels* to feed the livestock.

# Noun; Old French /ˈmæŋɡənəl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of medieval siege engine for hurling stones. **Sample Sentence:** The castle's defenses included a /ˈmæŋɡənəl/ to repel invaders.

mangonel ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The castle's defenses included a *mangonel* to repel invaders.

# Noun; Native American /mænˈhætən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A borough of New York City, known for its significant cultural and financial importance. **Sample Sentence:** *They visited /mænˈhætən/ to see the famous skyline.*

Manhattan ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** They visited *Manhattan* to see the famous skyline.

# Adjective; Greek /məˈnaɪəkəl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Exhibiting extremely wild or violent behavior. **Sample Sentence:** *The villain's /məˈnaɪəkəl/ laughter echoed in the chamber.*

maniacal ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The villain's *maniacal* laughter echoed in the chamber.

# Noun; French /mɒnˈtoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A cloak or coat. **Sample Sentence:** *The fashion designer showcased a stunning /mɒnˈtoʊ/ in the winter collection.*

manteau ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The fashion designer showcased a stunning *manteau* in the winter collection.

# Noun; French /mærɪŋˈɡwɑː/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A mosquito, especially in French-speaking regions of Canada. **Sample Sentence:** The campsite was plagued by /mærɪŋˈɡwɑː/ that buzzed all night.

maringouin ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The campsite was plagued by *maringouin* that buzzed all night.

# Noun; French /mɑːrˈtiːnoʊ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A dish made with diced raw meat, typically beef, mixed with seasonings and raw egg. **Sample Sentence:** *He ordered a /mɑːrˈtiːnoʊ/ as his appetizer.*

martinoe ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He ordered a *martinoe* as his appetizer.

# Noun; Italian /ˌmæskɑːrˈpoʊneɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A rich, creamy Italian cheese made from cream. **Sample Sentence:** The dessert was topped with a dollop of /ˌmæskɑːrˈpoʊneɪ/.

mascarpone ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The dessert was topped with a dollop of *mascarpone*.

# Noun; German /ˈmætərˌhɔrn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A mountain in the Alps on the border between Switzerland and Italy. **Sample Sentence:** *Climbers from around the world come to scale the /ˈmætərˌhɔrn/.*

Matterhorn ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Climbers from around the world come to scale the *Matterhorn*.

# Noun; Greek /ˈmiːdiəʊˌbroʊm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A fictional or hypothetical name for a substance with mysterious or magical properties. **Sample Sentence:** The alchemist claimed to possess a vial of /ˈmiːdiəʊˌbroʊm/ with remarkable powers.

mediobrome ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The alchemist claimed to possess a vial of *mediobrome* with remarkable powers.

# Noun; Latin /ˌmɛdɪtəˈreɪniən/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Of or pertaining to the Mediterranean Sea or the countries surrounding it. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˌmɛdɪtəˈreɪniən/ diet is known for its health benefits.*

Mediterranean ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *Mediterranean* diet is known for its health benefits.

# Adjective; Greek /ˌmɛɡəˈsɛfəlɪk/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Having a large head or cranial capacity. **Sample Sentence:** *The dinosaur was known for its /ˌmɛɡəˈsɛfəlɪk/ features.*

megacephalic ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The dinosaur was known for its *megacephalic* features.

# Noun; Greek /ˈmɛɡərɒn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The central hall of an ancient Greek house, especially of the Mycenaean period. **Sample Sentence:** *Visitors were awed by the grandeur of the /ˈmɛɡərɒn/ in the ancient palace.*

megaron ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** Visitors were awed by the grandeur of the *megaron* in the ancient palace.

# Noun; Greek /maɪˈəʊsɪs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, creating four haploid cells. **Sample Sentence:** The biology class studied /maɪˈəʊsɪs/ to understand genetic variation.

meiosis ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The biology class studied *meiosis* to understand genetic variation.

# Noun; German /maɪtˈnɪəriəm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A synthetic chemical element with the symbol Mt and atomic number 109. **Sample Sentence:** */maɪtˈnɪəriəm/ is a radioactive element named after physicist Lise Meitner.*

meitnerium ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** *Meitnerium* is a radioactive element named after physicist Lise Meitner.

# Noun; Greek /mɛlənˈkəʊliə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A deep, persistent sadness or gloom. **Sample Sentence:** *The novel's themes of /mɛlənˈkəʊliə/ resonated with many readers.*

melancholia ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The novel's themes of *melancholia* resonated with many readers.

# Noun; Greek /ˈmɛlənˌkɒli/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A deep and persistent sadness. **Sample Sentence:** *He was filled with /ˈmɛlənˌkɒli/ after the loss of his pet.*

melancholy ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** He was filled with *melancholy* after the loss of his pet.

# Noun; French /meɪˈleɪ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A confused fight or scuffle among a group of people. **Sample Sentence:** The protest quickly turned into a /meɪˈleɪ/ as tensions rose.

melee ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The protest quickly turned into a *melee* as tensions rose.

# Noun; Hebrew /məˈnɔːrəz/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Plural of menorah, a candelabrum used in Jewish worship. **Sample Sentence:** *During the festival, the family lit the /məˈnɔːrəz/ each night.*

menorahs ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** During the festival, the family lit the *menorahs* each night.

# Noun; French /məˈræŋ/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A dessert or topping made from whipped egg whites and sugar, often baked until crisp. **Sample Sentence:** She topped the pie with a layer of /məˈræŋ/ before placing it in the oven.

meringue ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** She topped the pie with a layer of *meringue* before placing it in the oven.

# Adjective; Latin /ˈmiːziəl/ ## Footnote **Definition:** Relating to the middle or center; medial. **Sample Sentence:** The dentist focused on the /ˈmiːziəl/ surface of the tooth during the procedure.

mesial ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The dentist focused on the *mesial* surface of the tooth during the procedure.

# Noun; Greek /ˈmɛtrəˌnoʊm/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A device used by musicians that marks time at a selected rate by giving a regular tick. **Sample Sentence:** *The pianist used a /ˈmɛtrəˌnoʊm/ to keep a steady tempo during practice.*

metronome ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The pianist used a *metronome* to keep a steady tempo during practice.

# Noun; French /ˈmiːlɡreɪn/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A decorative technique in jewelry where small grains of metal are used. **Sample Sentence:** The ring featured elegant /ˈmiːlɡreɪn/ detailing along its edges.

millegrain ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The ring featured elegant *millegrain* detailing along its edges.

# Noun; Latin /ˈmɪnɪməs/ ## Footnote **Definition:** The smallest or most insignificant thing. **Sample Sentence:** *The /ˈmɪnɪməs/ of the details was still important to the perfectionist.*

minimus ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *minimus* of the details was still important to the perfectionist.

# Noun; English /ˈmɪnɪˌvɛts/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A small, brightly colored bird native to Asia, related to the cuckoo family. **Sample Sentence:** The forest was alive with the calls of /ˈmɪnɪˌvɛts/ flitting through the trees.

minivets ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The forest was alive with the calls of *minivets* flitting through the trees.

# Noun; Dakota /mɪnɪˈsəʊtə/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A state in the northern central U.S., known for its lakes and forests. **Sample Sentence:** *They enjoyed a peaceful vacation in /mɪnɪˈsəʊtə/.*

Minnesota ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** They enjoyed a peaceful vacation in *Minnesota*.

# Noun; French /ˈmɪskriənt/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A person who behaves badly or in a way that breaks the law. **Sample Sentence:** *The police arrested the /ˈmɪskriənt/ after a lengthy investigation.*

miscreant ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The police arrested the *miscreant* after a lengthy investigation.

# Noun; French /moʊˈdiːst/ ## Footnote **Definition:** A fashionable dressmaker or designer. **Sample Sentence:** The /moʊˈdiːst/ was known for creating elegant gowns for the city's elite.

modiste ## Footnote **Sample Sentence:** The *modiste* was known for creating elegant gowns for the city's elite.

Set 6: Jic-Mod Flashcards

Enhance your spelling skills with words from Jic to Mod, including pronunciations, definitions, and sample sentences to support your learning. (100 cards)