pai-loo

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [pahy-loh]
- /ˈpaɪˈloʊ/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [pahy-loh]
- /ˈpaɪˈloʊ/

Definition of pai-loo word

noun plural pai-loo (in Chinese architecture) a decorative or monumental gateway having a trabeated form with three compartments, the central one higher than the others. 1

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Origin of pai-loo

First appearance:

before 1830

One of the 36% newest English words

1830-40; < Chinese páilou (paí tablet + lóu tower)

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Parts of speech for Pai-loo

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pai-loo popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 53% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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