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kibitka

/kɪˈbɪtkə/

Meanings
  • noun

    A small, cozy room or hut, often used for leisure activities or as a shelter.

    - "I spent the afternoon in my kibitka, reading a good book."
    - "The children built a kibitka in the backyard for their dolls."
    - "During the winter, we would gather around the fire in our kibitka to keep warm."

Synonyms

yurt
Variants
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kibbitz , kibbitzed , kibbitzes , kibbitzing , kibitz , kibitzed , kibitzes , kibitzing
Etymology
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From the Russian word 'kibitka' meaning 'corner' or 'nook'.


Trivia
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  1. The Russian word 'kibitka' is also used to describe a corner or nook in a larger room.

  2. In some Slavic folktales, the kibitka was believed to be inhabited by magical creatures or spirits.


Related Concepts
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  1. hut: A small, simple building, often used as a shelter or dwelling.

  2. cabin: A small, rustic dwelling, often located in a rural or wilderness area.


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In Slavic folklore, the kibitka was believed to be a magical place where one could seek shelter from the elements and find comfort and protection.

How to Memorize "kibitka"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a small, cozy room or hut, with a fireplace and comfortable seating. Visualize yourself relaxing in this space.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'kibitka' with the idea of a cozy, comfortable retreat.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a memory hook by associating the word 'kibitka' with the image of a small, cozy corner.


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