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ahu
nounRare
/ˈɑːhuː/A platform or shrine for offerings, particularly in Polynesian cultures; also refers to a stone structure or cairn.
ahuna varya
nounExtremely rare / Non-existent
A hypothetical or fictional term, likely a neologism, proper noun, or term from specialized discourse (e.g., fantasy literature, constructed languages, technical jargon) with no established meaning in standard English lexicography.
ahura
nounVery Low
/əˈhʊərə/A title for a deity, specifically a divine being or lord in ancient Iranian religion, particularly Zoroastrianism.
ahura mazda
nounVery Low Frequency
/əˌhʊərə ˈmæzdə/The supreme creator god and highest divinity in Zoroastrianism, representing wisdom, light, and good.
ahuru
nounVery Low (Rare/Technical)
/ɑːˈhʊəruː/A small, deep-sea cod found in New Zealand waters, belonging to the family Moridae. Also called the New Zealand cod.
ahuzzath
nounExtremely rare / obsolete / historical
/əˈhʌz.æθ/A personal companion, intimate friend, or confidant, especially of a ruler or person of authority; an advisor close to a king or leader. Derived from a proper name in the biblical context of the servant/friend of Abimelech.
ahvenanmaa
nounVery low in English contexts; used primarily in specific geographical, historical, or political discussions about Finland/the Baltic region.
/ˈɑːvɛnənˌmɑː/The Finnish name for the Åland Islands, an autonomous and demilitarized archipelago at the entrance to the Gulf of Bothnia in the Baltic Sea.
ahwaz
nounVery Low
/əˈwɑːz/A city in southwestern Iran and the capital of Khuzestan Province, known for its oil industry.
ai
adjectivenounVery High (C2)
/ˌeɪ ˈaɪ/Artificial intelligence; the simulation of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to think, learn and problem-solve.
aid
nounverbB2
/eɪd/Help, support, or assistance, especially when provided to someone in need.
aid climbing
nounVery low
/eɪd ˈklaɪmɪŋ/A style of rock climbing where artificial aids (like ropes, ladders, and pitons) are used for upward progress, as opposed to using only the climber's body and natural rock features.
aid station
nounC1
/ˈeɪd ˌsteɪ.ʃən/A designated place, often temporary or semi-permanent, where first aid, medical supplies, or emergency assistance is provided, typically in remote or challenging environments.
aid-de-camp
nounC2
/ˌeɪd də ˈkɒ̃/A military officer acting as a personal assistant to a senior officer, particularly in ceremonial or administrative duties.
aida
nounLow
/ˈaɪ.də/A type of evenweave fabric with a natural mesh, commonly used for cross-stitch embroidery.
aidan
nounLow (as a common noun/verb it does not exist; exists only as a proper noun/name)
/ˈeɪ.dən/A given name of Irish origin meaning 'little fire' or 'fiery one'.
aide
nounB2
/eɪd/A person employed to provide assistance to someone, typically a high-ranking official, politician, or military officer.
aide-de-camp
nounC1-C2
/ˌeɪd də ˈkɒ̃/A military officer acting as a confidential assistant to a senior officer, handling administrative duties, communications, and personal tasks.
aide-memoire
nounC1
/ˌeɪd memˈwɑː(r)/An object or note that serves as a reminder or an aid to memory.
aidin
nounC1
/eɪd/To provide help, support, or assistance.
aidman
nounLow (primarily historical/military jargon)
/ˈeɪdˌmæn/A soldier trained to provide first aid to wounded personnel on the battlefield; a medical corpsman or combat medic.

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