Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [buh-leek]
- /bəˈlik/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [buh-leek]
- /bəˈlik/
Definitions of belleek word
- noun belleek a kind of thin fragile porcelain with a lustrous glaze 3
- noun belleek (as modifier) 3
- noun belleek a fragile Irish porcelain with a bright luster. 1
- noun belleek Pottery made in the town of Balleek. 0
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Origin of belleek
First appearance:
before 1865 One of the 28% newest English words
First recorded in 1865-70; after Belleek, town in Northern Ireland where it is made
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Parts of speech for Belleek
noun
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belleek popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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- where is belleek?
- where is belleek made?
- where is belleek in ireland?
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