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Phycology

The branch of botany concerned with the study of algae. (tâm lý học)

Phraseology

The way in which words and phrases are used in language or a specific style of expression. (cách diễn đạt)

Nanotechnology

The branch of technology that deals with structures and materials on the scale of nanometers (one-billionth of a meter). (công nghệ nano)

Anthropology

The study of human societies, cultures, and their development. (nhân học)

Numerology

The mystical or esoteric study of numbers and their supposed influence on human life. (thần số học)

Neonatology

A branch of medicine concerned with the care, development, and diseases of newborn infants. (sơ sinh học)

Campanology

The study or art of bell ringing. (chuông học, nghiên cứu về chuông)

ufology

The study of unidentified flying objects (UFOs). (UFO học)

victimology

The study of victims of crime and the psychological effects on them. (nạn nhân học)

ichthyology

The branch of zoology that deals with fishes. (ngư học nghiên cứu về cá)

kinesiology

The study of human movement, performance, and function. (động học cơ thể khoa học vận động)

cetology

The branch of zoology that deals with whales, dolphins, and porpoises. (nghiên cứu về cá voi)

pomology

The study and cultivation of fruit trees. (trái cây học)

chowder

A thick soup made with seafood or vegetables, often containing milk or cream. (súp đặc)

crumpet

A small, round, soft bread with a spongy texture, often toasted and served with butter. (bánh nướng xốp)

hazelnut

The nut of the hazel tree, used in cooking and confections. (hạt phỉ)

paella

A Spanish rice dish cooked with saffron, seafood, meat, and vegetables. (cơm truyền thống của tây ban nha)

rutabaga

A root vegetable, similar to a turnip, often used in soups and stews. (su hào vàng)

frittata

An Italian-style omelet made with eggs, cheese, vegetables, and meat. (trứng chiên kiểu ý)

jalapeño

A small, spicy green chili pepper used in Mexican cuisine. (ớt xanh mexico)

jambalaya

A spicy Cajun dish made with rice, meat, and seafood. (cơm thập cẩm kiểu Louisiana)

tapioca

A starch extracted from cassava roots, often used in puddings and bubble tea. (bột năng)

edamame

Young soybeans, usually steamed and served as a snack. (đậu nành non)

tiramisu

An Italian dessert made with layers of coffee-soaked sponge cake and mascarpone cream.

gnocchi

Small Italian dumplings made from potatoes, flour, and sometimes cheese. (bánh nui khoai tây kiểu ý)

stroganoff

A Russian dish made with sautéed beef and a creamy mushroom sauce. (bò sốt stroganoff)

ganache

A smooth mixture of chocolate and cream, used for fillings and glazes. (sốt sô cô la ganache)

Flounder

A type of flatfish found in oceans. (cá bơn)

Ewe

A female sheep. (cừu cái)

Caterpillar

The larval stage of a butterfly or moth. (sâu bướm)

Bonobo

A species of great ape closely related to chimpanzees. (tinh tinh lùn)

Tortoise

A land-dwelling reptile with a hard shell. (rùa cạn)

Mackerel

A species of fish known for its oily flesh. (cá thu)

Alpaca

A domesticated South American mammal related to llamas. (lạc đà Alpaca)

Macaw

A large, colorful parrot native to Central and South America. (vẹt đuôi dài)

Cicada

A large insect known for its loud, buzzing calls. (ve sầu)

Lorikeet

A small, brightly colored parrot. (vẹt lorikeet)

Crocodile

A large, predatory reptile found in rivers and swamps.

Mandrill

A primate with a brightly colored face and large body. (khỉ mandrill)

Labradoodle

A hybrid dog breed, a mix of Labrador Retriever and Poodle.

Okapi

A rare, giraffe-like mammal native to Central Africa. (hươu Okapi)

Aardvark

A burrowing, nocturnal mammal that eats ants and termites. (lợn đất)

Ibex

A wild goat with large curved horns, found in mountainous areas. (sơn dương)

Wallaby

A small to medium-sized marsupial related to kangaroos. (chuột túi Wallaby)

Tarantula

A large, hairy spider. (nhện lông)

Shar-Pei

A breed of dog known for its wrinkled skin. (chó Sa Bì)

Jerboa

A small desert rodent with long hind legs for jumping. (chuột nhảy)

harmonious

Having a pleasing combination of notes; melodious. (êm dịu)

trumpet

A brass instrument with a bright, powerful sound.

con forza

A musical direction meaning "with force" or "with strength." (mạnh mẽ, dứt khoát)

mambo

A lively Cuban dance and musical style.

cantor

A person who leads the singing in a religious service. (người hướng dẫn thánh ca)

sousaphone

A large brass instrument similar to a tuba, designed for marching bands.

cadence

A sequence of notes or chords that concludes a musical phrase. (đoạn kết)

orchestra

A large group of musicians playing different instruments together. (dàn nhạc)

marimba

A percussion instrument with wooden bars and resonators. (mộc cầm)

serenade

A musical performance, often romantic, played for someone. (dạ khúc)

glissando

A rapid slide between two musical notes. (lướt ngón)

acoustic

Relating to sound or music without electronic amplification.

muzak

Background music played in public places. (nhạc nền)

accordatura

The tuning of a musical instrument, especially string instruments. (chỉnh dây)

dillydally

To waste time by being slow or indecisive (chần chừ)

whirlybird

A helicopter (informal)

riffraff

People considered socially undesirable (đám người thấp kém)

munchkin

A small child or a cute person (informal) (nhóc con)

bilbo

A type of Spanish sword or handcuff (một loại kiếm hoặc còng tay của TBN)

tutti-frutti

A mix of candied or fresh fruits, often used in ice cream (hỗn hợp trái cây)

festooned

Decorated with ribbons, garlands, or other ornaments (được trang trí lộng lẫy)

fisticuffs

A physical fight using fists (đấm nhau)

burgoo

A thick stew, often made with different meats and vegetables (món hầm burgoo)

sashay

To walk in a confident, showy manner (bước đi uyển chuyển)

bandicoot

A small marsupial native to Australia and New Guinea (chuột túi bandicoot)

froufrou

Excessively fancy decoration (diêm dúa, rườm rà)

gibbous

More than half but not fully illuminated (referring to the moon) (trăng gần tròn)

equinox

The time of the year when day and night are of equal length (điểm phân)

bulgogi

A Korean dish of marinated beef grilled or stir-fried

niminy-piminy

Affectedly dainty or refined (kiểu cách, làm màu)

evo-devo

Evolutionary developmental biology (sinh học phát triển tiến hóa)

wootz

A type of high-quality steel historically produced in India (thép ấn độ cổ)

pampootie

A traditional Irish leather shoe (giày da thô truyền thống của Ireland)

boondoggle

A wasteful or unnecessary project that appears useful (công việc vô ích nhưng tốn kém)