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futhark

/ˈfuːθaːk/ /ˈfuθaɹk/

Meanings
noun
The Germanic runic alphabet; especially specifically the Elder or Younger futhark alphabet (of Scandinavia and the European mainland), as contrasted with the Anglo-Saxon futhorc.

Examples :

"Scholars studying early Germanic languages often compare the Elder Futhark, used on the European mainland, with the Younger Futhark found in Scandinavia. "
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Related Words

Illustration younger

younger adjective

/ˈjʌŋɡə/ /ˈjʌŋɡɚ/

In the early part of growth or life; born not long ago.

"a lamb is a young sheep;  these picture books are for young readers"

Illustration germanic

germanic adjective

/dʒɜːrˈmænɪk/ /dʒərˈmænɪk/

Of or containing germanium.

"The scientist analyzed the germanic semiconductor to determine its purity. "

Illustration alphabet

alphabet noun

/ˈæl.fə.bɛt/

The set of letters used when writing in a language.

"In the first year of school, pupils are taught to recite the alphabet."

Illustration especially

especially adverb

/əˈspɛʃ(ə)li/

(manner) In a special manner; specially.

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

Illustration studying

studying verb

/ˈstʌdiːɪŋ/

(usually academic) To review materials already learned in order to make sure one does not forget them, usually in preparation for an examination.

"I need to study my biology notes."

Illustration scholars

scholars noun

/ˈskɑlɚz/ /ˈskɑlərz/

A student; one who studies at school or college, typically having a scholarship.

"The university provides housing for its scholars to help them focus on their studies. "

Illustration compare

compare noun

/kəmˈpɛə/ /kəmˈpɛɚ/

Comparison.

"The comparison between my sister's and my grades showed she consistently performed better in math. "

Illustration contrasted

contrasted verb

/kənˈtræstɪd/ /ˈkɑːntræstɪd/

To set in opposition in order to show the difference or differences between.

"The teacher contrasted the two poems, highlighting the difference in their tone and themes. "

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mainland noun

/ˈmeɪ̪nlənd/

The continent; the principal land, as distinguished from islands or a peninsula.

"My family lives on the mainland, not on the nearby island. "

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languages noun

/ˈlæŋɡwɪd͡ʒɪz/

A body of words, and set of methods of combining them (called a grammar), understood by a community and used as a form of communication.

"Deaf and mute people communicate using languages like ASL."

Illustration specifically

specifically adverb

/spəˈsɪf.ɪk.li/

In a specific manner, applying to or naming a particular thing or things, expressly, explicitly

"My teacher explained the new math formula specifically for students in the advanced class. "

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futhorc noun

/ˈfuːθɔːk/

The Runic alphabet as used to write Old English.

"The student learned that the Old English language was written using the futhorc. "