Words Starting With "T"

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Tsatziki

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Tsatziki is a Greek yogurt-based sauce, dip, or condiment made from a mixture of yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, and sometimes dill, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. It is a popular condiment in Greek cuisine, often served as a side dish with grilled meats, pita bread, or as a refreshing topping for salads and vegetables.

Tsavo

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The word "tsavo" can refer to several things, but most likely it's one of the following:<br><br>1. Tsavo National Park: A large national park in southeastern Kenya, known for its diverse wildlife and savannah landscapes.<br>2. Tsavo Man Eaters: A pair of man-eating lions responsible for a series of attacks on humans in Tsavo, Kenya, in 1898, during the construction of the Uganda Railway.<br>3. Tsavo Principal Reserve: A reserve in Kenya, adjacent to Tsavo National Park, known for its elephant research and conservation efforts.<br><br>It can also be a proper noun, referring to a person, place, or title that has a specific meaning within a particular context or culture.

Tsavolite

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After researching the word "tsavolite", I couldn't find any exact match in the English dictionary. It's possible that it's a made-up or non-existent word, or maybe a word from a specific dialect or language other than English.<br><br>However, I did find a few options that might be related or connected to the word:<br><br> "Tsavorite" refers to a type of garnet mineral, but it's spelled slightly differently.<br> "Tavolite" is a rare or obsolete word that means a type of table or bench in some languages. However, this spelling is not commonly used or recognized.<br><br>If you could provide more context or information about where you encountered the word "tsavolite", I might be able to help you understand its possible meaning.

Tsavorite

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A rare and valuable word!<br><br>Tsavorite is a type of garnet, a mineral species that is a vesuvianite isomorph. It is a deep green to greenish-blue variety of garnet, named after the Tsavo region in Kenya, where it was first discovered in 1967.

Tsebaoth

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Tsebaoth, which is a Hebrew word, is typically translated into English as "officers", "princes", or "commanders". It refers to high-ranking military officers or leaders in ancient times, often denoting a collective term for a group of commanders or princes of a particular group or nation.<br><br>The term is derived from the Hebrew word "tsaba'th", which is itself derived from the root word "'asa", meaning "to prey upon" or "to attack".

Tsebe

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Tsebe (also spelled Siguanea) is an extinct Afro-Asiatic language spoken in Burkina Faso.

Tsessebe

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Tsesebe is a type of antelope that is native to Africa. It is a large, robust animal with a distinctive pair of long, curved horns, and is typically brown or gray in color. Tsesebes are found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands, and are widely distributed across sub-Saharan Africa.

Tsetse

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A tsetse fly is a type of large biting fly native to Africa, particularly in the savannas and grasslands where the animal is found. It is a blood-sucking parasite that feeds on the blood of large mammals and vertebrates. The tsetse fly is known for its role in transmitting the parasitic disease trypanosomiasis, also known as sleeping sickness in humans and nagana in animals.

Tsez

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Tsez is the name of a lexicostatistically closely-related language spoken by the Tsez people, who live in Dagestan, North Caucasus, Russia. It is a Northeast Caucasian language and has been considered an isolate until recently.

Tshawytscha

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The word "tshawytscha" is a fish and the Chinook word for Chinook salmon.

Tshiluba

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Tshiluba is a Bantu language spoken mainly in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is the official language of the Congo Central Province and the South Kasaï Province in the Democratic Republic of Congo.<br><br>The name "Tshiluba" comes from the prefix "ci-", which means "language of" and "-luba", which refers to the Luba people, a Bantu ethnic group that originally spoke the language. Tshiluba is also known as Kiluba or Luba-Kasai.<br><br>Tshiluba is a tonal language, meaning that the pitch or intonation of a word can change its meaning. It has a complex system of prefixes, suffixes, and other grammatical markers that reflect the language's agglutinative structure.<br><br>As a language, Tshiluba is spoken by approximately 6 million people, mainly in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and is also used as a lingua franca in the region.<br><br>Tshiluba has a rich literary and cultural heritage, with a significant tradition of oral storytelling, music, and dance. The language has been studied by linguists and scholars, and there are efforts to document and promote its use in education, literature, and media.

Tsimmes

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A dish of stewed fruit, especially carrots and/or other root vegetables, often served at Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.

Tsimmis

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Tsimmis is a Yiddish word that refers to a stew made from a mixture of vegetables, usually carrots, potatoes, cauliflower, and other root vegetables, cooked in oil and sometimes meat or chicken broth.

Tsimshian

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Tsimshian (also known as Sm'oothlit, Taku River Tlingit, or Smit'n Cóodee) is an indigenous people living in the Pacific Northwest region of North America, primarily in the southeastern panhandle of the Alaska/Canada border region, as well as the coastal areas of British Columbia, Canada, and northwestern Washington and the island of Anetsang (Packete'w Islets of British Columbia). The name "Tsimshian" comes from a blend of the Tlingit and Haida names, was translated as 'tall or wiseman' and is often extended in Haida language.

Tsimshianic

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Tsimshianic refers to the branch of the Tsimshian, an indigenous people's languages, native to the Pacific Northwest Coast of North America, specifically in what is now British Columbia and Alaska.

Tsingtao

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Tsingtao is a Chinese beer brand, one of the largest-selling beers in China and other countries, especially popular for its crisp, refreshing taste and appealing packaging. It was introduced in 1903, during the Qing dynasty, and its name "Tsingtao" means "green island" or "clear island", referring to the island of Qingdao, where the brewery is located. As a cultural icon, Tsingtao beer is often seen as a symbol of Chinese hospitality and a popular choice for social gatherings.

Tsion

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I couldn't find a word in the English language called "tsion". It's possible that it's a misspelling or a word from a different language. Could you please provide more context or check if the word is spelled correctly?

Tsitsistas

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Tsisistas doesn't seem to be a word. It is possible that it's a made-up or non-existent word, a phrase or a name, or perhaps a word in a different language. Could you please clarify or provide more context about the word you are looking for?

Tsk

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A sound expression of disapproval or disappointment, often used to convey annoyance, frustration, or resignation.

Tskhinvali

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Tskhinvali is the capital city of the breakaway republic of South Ossetia, a region in the country of Georgia. It is located in the central part of the Rioni Valley in the South Ossetian Depression. The city is also known as Tskhinval in the Georgian language.

Tsonga

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The word "tsonga" has several possible meanings, depending on the context in which it is used. <br><br>In linguistic and anthropological contexts, "Tsonga" refers to:<br><br>1. A language: Tsonga is an official language in South Africa, spoken by the Tsonga people, an ethnic group primarily living in South Africa and Mozambique.<br>2. An ethnic group: The Tsonga people are a Bantu ethnic group, traditionally hunters and cultivators, living primarily in South Africa and Mozambique.<br>3. Tsonga language is also spoken in small communities in Swaziland.<br><br>However, in a different context, "tsonga" might refer to:<br><br>1. A European chestnut, specifically the Spanish chestnut or rough-barked chestnut (Castanea sativa).<br>2. A term used in some bird species, like the Brazilian bird Pesquet's parrot (Pionopsitta pileata).<br>3. It may be a term of endearment or a suffix used in some onomatopoeic expressions.<br><br>Please provide the context in which you are looking for the meaning of the word "tsonga".

Tsoris

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Worries or troubles, (especially when they are many): "If I have many tsoris my mind goes blank."

Tsouris

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Trouble or hassle, typically referring to the troubles or annoyances that one encounters on a daily basis.

Tsp

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"tsp" is an abbreviation for "teaspoon." It is a unit of measurement used to express small quantities of liquids or dry ingredients, especially in cooking and baking.

Tsuba

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A tsuba (, literally "base" or "support") is a circular or oval disc that is worn by the wielder of a katana, wakizashi, or other types of Japanese swords as a guard or protector of the hand, housed in the handle to prevent them from being wounded by sharp edges of the blade.

Tsubo

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In Japanese, "tsubo" can refer to several concepts, but some of the most common meanings are:<br><br>1. A unit of area: In Japanese, a "tsubo" is a unit of area equivalent to about 3.3 square meters. It is used to measure the area of a room or a plot of land.<br><br>2. A hollow or void: It can also refer to a hollow or empty space, such as a cavity or a void.<br><br>3. A mahjong term: In the Japanese game of Mahjong, "tsubo" refers to a shape or a term used to describe a specific type of tile.<br><br>4. A form of physical symptom: In some physical therapy and reflexology practices, a "tsubo" refers to a point or a location on the body where a blockage or a knot in the energy flow (ki) can cause pain or other physical sensations.<br><br>5. A martial arts term: In the Japanese martial art of Aikido, a "tsubo" refers to a weak point or a vulnerable area on the body.<br><br>6. A term in Buddhism: In some Buddhist traditions, a "tsubo" refers to a specific type of ritual or ceremony involving offerings to the spirits of the dead.<br><br>These are some of the most common meanings of the word "tsubo" in Japanese.

Tsuga

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Tsuga is a genus of coniferous trees in the cypress family (Cupressaceae). The scientific name Tsuga comes from Japanese meaning "to trim", referring to the shape of the cross-section of the trunk, which shows horizontal lines. The species name Canada hemlock (Tsuga canadensis), Japanese hemlock (Tsuga diversifolia), and alpine fringe tree (Tsuga dilloniana)

Tsui

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A term in Cantonese Chinese, "tsui". It is used to refer to "hair standing on end" or a feeling of goosebumps, typically due to fear, fright, or awe.

Tsukemono

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Tsukemono refers to a category of traditional Japanese pickles that are often served as a side dish or used as an ingredient in various Japanese dishes. The word "tsukemono" is derived from the Japanese words "tsuke," meaning "to soak," and "mono," meaning "thing" or "object."

Tsunami

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A large ocean wave caused by natural disasters, such as earthquakes or volcanic eruptions, which reaches the shore and causes widespread destruction and flooding.

Tsunamic

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Tsunamic refers to something that is extremely or overwhelmingly large, powerful, or energetic, much like a tsunami, which is a large ocean wave caused by an earthquake or volcanic eruption.<br><br>Example: "The band's new album is a tsunamic blast of sound and energy that will blow your mind!"<br><br>Note: The word has no direct connection to a tsunami in a literal sense, but rather uses the phenomenon as a metaphor to evoke a sense of overwhelming scale and impact.

Tsunamis

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A tsunami is a series of ocean waves that are caused by the displacement of a large volume of water, usually as a result of an earthquake, landslide, or volcanic eruption. Tsunamis are characterized by their extremely long wavelengths and periods, which can cause widespread and catastrophic damage when they reach land. They can also be triggered by a meteorite impact or a giant landslide.

Tsuris

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"Tsuris" is a Yiddish word that refers to a fuss, a commotion, or a cause for worry or distress, particularly one that is excessive or unwarranted. The word is often used in a humorous or ironic way to describe a situation that is annoying or frustrating, but not necessarily serious.

Tsushima

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Tsushima can refer to:<br><br>1. Tsushima Island (, Tsushima-tō): a Japanese island in the Korea Strait, north of Kyushu and south of the Korean Peninsula.<br>2. Tsushima (city): a city on Tsushima Island, Fukuoka, Japan.<br>3. Tsushima Current (, Tsushima-ryō): a warm ocean current that flows from the Pacific Ocean to the Sea of Japan, around Tsushima Island.<br><br>It can also be a surname (Tsushima), e.g., Reiko Tsushima.

Tsvangirai

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Tsvangirai is a surname of Rhodesian and Zimbabwean origin. It is the surname of several notable individuals, including:<br><br> Morgan Tsvangirai, a Zimbabwean trade union leader and politician who served as Prime Minister of Zimbabwe from 2009 to 2013.<br><br>In some cases, "tsvangirai" can also mean "we have been beaten" or "we have been conquered" in Shona, a Bantu language spoken in several countries in Southern Africa, including Zimbabwe.

Tswana

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Tswana is an indigenous language spoken in Botswana, a country in southern Africa. The term "Tswana" can also refer to the Tswana people, who are an ethnic group native to this region.<br><br>Tswana is a Bantu language, belonging to the Sotho-Tswana branch of the Bantu languages. It is a official language of Botswana and is widely spoken in the country, particularly in the central and eastern regions.<br><br>Tswana is also known as Setswana, which means "people" or "language of the people" in Tswana. It has a significant number of speakers, both in Botswana and in neighboring countries, including South Africa.<br><br>Tswana language is known for its simple grammar and phonology, and is written using the Latin alphabet.