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 cypress cypress /ˈsaɪprɪs/

noun

  1. Any of numerous evergreen conifers of the genus Cupressus of north temperate regions having dark scalelike leaves and rounded cones  ( cypress , cypress tree )
    any of numerous evergreen conifers of the genus Cupressus of north temperate regions having dark scalelike leaves and rounded cones
       The ancient cypress tree stood tall, its branches stretching towards the heavens.
    The ancient cypress tree stood tall, its branches stretching towards the heavens.
  2. Wood of any of various cypress trees especially of the genus Cupressus  ( cypress )
    wood of any of various cypress trees especially of the genus Cupressus
      Cypress wood was used in the construction of the ancient temples due to its longevity.
    Cypress wood was used in the construction of the ancient temples due to its longevity.


 mods mods /mɒdz/

noun

  1. A youth subculture that began in London in the early 1960s; a working-class movement with highly stylized dress and short hair; listened to rhythm and blues music and travelled on motor scooters  ( mods )
    a youth subculture that began in London in the early 1960s; a working-class movement with highly stylized dress and short hair; listened to rhythm and blues music and travelled on motor scooters
      Mods were known for their tailored suits and love for scooters in the 1960s London scene.
    Mods were known for their tailored suits and love for scooters in the 1960s London scene.


 unorthodoxy unorthodoxy /ˌʌnɔːrˈθɒdɒksi/

noun

  1. The quality of being unorthodox  ( heterodoxy , unorthodoxy )
    the quality of being unorthodox
  2. A belief that rejects the orthodox tenets of a religion  ( heresy , unorthodoxy )
    a belief that rejects the orthodox tenets of a religion
  3. Any opinions or doctrines at variance with the official or orthodox position  ( heresy , heterodoxy , unorthodoxy )
    any opinions or doctrines at variance with the official or orthodox position


 sanctuary sanctuary /ˈsæŋktʃuːˌɛri/

noun

  1. Area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing  ( bema , sanctuary , chancel )
    area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing
      The choir stood in the chancel, singing hymns during the service.
    The choir stood in the chancel, singing hymns during the service.
  2. A shelter from danger or hardship  ( asylum , refuge , sanctuary )
    a shelter from danger or hardship
  3. A consecrated place where sacred objects are kept  ( sanctuary )
    a consecrated place where sacred objects are kept


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