Cultural Traditions And Customs

noun a person who eats the flesh of other human beings

adjective relating to or characteristic of a cannibal

• The anthropologist studied the cultural practices of a tribe known to have cannibalistic rituals.
• I heard a crazy story about a cannibal living in the woods.
• That guy is a total cannibal, always taking food off other people's plates.
• In the cutthroat world of business, some would say he is a cannibal, always trying to take down his competition.

noun a formal religious or public occasion, typically celebrating a particular event or anniversary

adjective ceremonial (relating to or used in a ceremony)

• The graduation ceremony will be held in the university auditorium.
• I heard the wedding ceremony is going to be at the beach.
• Let's crash the award ceremony and see some celebrities!
• The changing of seasons is like a ceremony performed by nature.

noun a song or hymn celebrating Christmas

• The church choir sang a beautiful Christmas carol during the holiday service.
• We always blast Christmas carols while decorating the tree.
• I love belting out Christmas carols with my friends at karaoke.
• The sound of the wind through the trees was like a haunting Christmas carol.

noun A person who performs dances as a profession or hobby

• The professional dancer performed a flawless routine at the ballet recital.
• My friend is a great dancer and always lights up the dance floor.
• That dancer has some serious moves, it's insane!
• She danced through her problems like a skilled dancer gracefully moving across the stage.

noun a liquid that is consumed for the purpose of quenching thirst or for enjoyment

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence, indicating location, direction, time, or manner

• In formal occasions, we raise our glasses to drink to the health and happiness of our host.
• Let's all drink to a successful evening!
• We're gonna drink to the good times tonight!
• Sometimes we need to drink to forget our troubles, but it's not a long-term solution.

noun a large meal, typically a celebratory one

verb to enjoy something greatly

• The banquet hall was beautifully decorated for the grand feast.
• I can't wait to dig into this feast, it looks so delicious!
• This feast is lit, I'm gonna eat until I can't move.
• The art exhibit was a feast for the eyes, with vibrant colors and intricate details.

noun the part of a piece of equipment that covers or protects the head

• The queen wore a stunning headpiece adorned with diamonds and pearls.
• I love your new headpiece, where did you get it?
• That headpiece is so lit, it really completes your outfit.
• His quick thinking was his headpiece in navigating through the difficult situation.

noun an act or instance of following a custom, rule, or law

• The observance of religious holidays is an important tradition in many cultures.
• I always make sure to attend the observance at the local community center.
• Let's skip the observance and just hang out at home instead.
• His observance of the rules was impeccable, always following them to the letter.

verb to take part in or participate in something

• I would like to partake in the discussion regarding the new project proposal.
• Do you want to partake in the game night this weekend?
• Let's partake in some delicious street food before heading home.
• She decided to partake in the challenge of climbing the mountain despite her fear of heights.

verb to regard with deep respect or admiration; to venerate

• The revered professor was known for his groundbreaking research in the field of physics.
• Everyone in town revered the old man for his wisdom and kindness.
• That singer is revered by all her fans as the queen of pop.
• The ancient tree was revered by the villagers as a symbol of strength and resilience.

noun The act or practice of a Hindu widow voluntarily being cremated on the funeral pyre of her husband.

• Suttee was a historical Hindu funeral practice where a widow immolated herself on her husband's funeral pyre.
• Suttee was a traditional practice in some Hindu communities where a widow would join her husband in death by self-immolation.
• Back in the day, some cultures practiced suttee, where a widow would burn herself alive after her husband's death.
• The old tradition of suttee symbolized the ultimate sacrifice of love and devotion in Hindu culture.

noun the feeling or expression of reverence and adoration for a deity

verb to show reverence and adoration for a deity

• The community gathered at the church to worship on Sunday.
• We always worship at the temple on special occasions.
• Let's hit up the spot where we can worship our favorite band.
• She worships the ground he walks on, always praising his every move.

noun A person who is a native or inhabitant of Boston, Massachusetts

• The Bostonian community is known for its strong sense of pride and history.
• My friend is a true Bostonian, always talking about the Red Sox and clam chowder.
• That party was wicked awesome, just like a true Bostonian gathering.
• She navigated the busy streets of New York with the confidence of a seasoned Bostonian.

noun a Hindu religious ritual in Kerala, India, where women cook rice as an offering to the goddess Bhagavathy

pronoun a word that can replace a noun, such as 'it' or 'this', but 'Pongala' itself is not a pronoun

• The Pongala festival is a significant event in the culture of Kerala.
• Are you planning to attend the Pongala ceremony this year?
• I heard the Pongala feast is going to be lit!
• Her kindness spread like the Pongala fire, warming the hearts of all around her.

adverb in an aboriginal or indigenous manner

• The aboriginally inhabited lands were later colonized by European settlers.
• The area was originally home to indigenous peoples before it was taken over by others.
• The land was first settled by the native folks before outsiders moved in.
• The roots of the culture are aboriginally deep, tracing back centuries.