dict_dl/en_MerriamWebster/kiw_MW.json

{
  "kiwifruit":{
    "type":[
      "noun"
    ],
    "definitions":{
      ": the edible fruit of a Chinese gooseberry having a fuzzy brown skin and slightly acidic typically green flesh":[]
    },
    "pronounciation":[
      "-\u02ccfr\u00fct",
      "\u02c8k\u0113-(\u02cc)w\u0113-\u02ccfr\u00fct"
    ],
    "synonyms":[],
    "antonyms":[],
    "synonym_discussion":"",
    "examples":[
      "Recent Examples on the Web",
      "The Bay of Plenty region, where the port is located, is known for its kiwifruit industry, which relies on a seasonal workforce from overseas. \u2014 Stephen Wright, WSJ , 6 Oct. 2021",
      "Green kiwifruit specifically contains a natural digestive enzyme known as actinidin that can break down protein and improve function at both the gastric and intestinal levels. \u2014 Stefani Sassos, Ms, Rdn, Cso, Good Housekeeping , 18 Aug. 2020",
      "Brondo also shares that both green and gold kiwifruit contain a natural enzyme called actinidin that breaks down protein and makes a delicious marinade. \u2014 Stefani Sassos, Ms, Rdn, Cso, Good Housekeeping , 18 Aug. 2020",
      "Cassetty says one of the best things people can eat at night is kiwifruit . \u2014 Lindsey Vickers, USA TODAY , 29 Apr. 2020",
      "Foods high in vitamin C include (in order from the highest): red peppers, oranges, kiwifruit , green pepper, broccoli (higher when cooked), strawberries, Brussels sprouts, grapefruit, tomatoes, and cantaloupe. \u2014 Lisa Bain, Good Housekeeping , 19 Mar. 2020",
      "Pavlova and Updated \u201980s Desserts Christmas in New Zealand would not be complete without a pillowy pavlova topped with fresh cream, strawberries, and kiwifruit . \u2014 Amy Louise Bailey, Vogue , 25 July 2018",
      "Such was the objective in pruning hardy kiwifruits planted as ornamentals at old estates. \u2014 The Editors Of Organic Life, Good Housekeeping , 6 Feb. 2018",
      "Foods high in vitamin C include bell peppers, kiwifruit , broccoli, strawberries and Brussels sprouts. \u2014 Joe, The Seattle Times , 4 Feb. 2018"
    ],
    "history_and_etymology":{},
    "first_known_use":{
      "1965, in the meaning defined above":""
    },
    "time_of_retrieval":"20220708-211409"
  },
  "kiwi":{
    "type":[
      "noun"
    ],
    "definitions":{
      ": any of a small genus ( Apteryx ) of flightless New Zealand birds with rudimentary wings, stout legs, a long bill, and grayish brown hairlike plumage":[],
      ": a native or resident of New Zealand":[
        "\u2014 used as a nickname"
      ],
      ": kiwifruit":[]
    },
    "pronounciation":[
      "\u02c8k\u0113-(\u02cc)w\u0113",
      "\u02c8k\u0113-w\u0113"
    ],
    "synonyms":[],
    "antonyms":[],
    "synonym_discussion":"",
    "examples":[
      "Recent Examples on the Web",
      "The Chris Baker Willamette Valley Pinot Blanc 2021 is a refreshing Pinot Blanc with notes of citrus, green apple, kiwi , and Asian pear. \u2014 oregonlive , 25 May 2022",
      "One of the current kits calls on students to figure out through DNA what type of animal attacked a kiwi , a flightless, threatened bird native to New Zealand. \u2014 Washington Post , 27 Apr. 2022",
      "Other plants hit by that same cold event include dove tree (Davidia) (leaves and flowers, hardy kiwi leaves, and wisteria flowers) \u2013 all otherwise hardy plants that suffered from the unfortunate timing. \u2014 oregonlive , 23 Apr. 2022",
      "Giant kiwi mascots swaying to somber violin music stole the show at New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern\u2019s official welcome to Japan. \u2014 Washington Post , 21 Apr. 2022",
      "Green melon, with a savory herbal edge, joins sprightly lime and hints of kiwi and guava on the nose. \u2014 Sara L. Schneider, Robb Report , 28 Mar. 2022",
      "And the set menu options include bibimbaps studded with fresh kiwi and brie cheese. \u2014 Andi Berlin, The Arizona Republic , 12 Mar. 2022",
      "Raw oysters are one-slurp, tiradito-ish bites with a trio of yuzu kosho, pineapple-habanero and kiwi -grapefruit mignonettes. \u2014 Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report , 14 Mar. 2022",
      "And the set menu options include bibimbaps studded with fresh kiwi and brie cheese. \u2014 Andi Berlin, The Arizona Republic , 12 Mar. 2022"
    ],
    "history_and_etymology":{
      "Maori":""
    },
    "first_known_use":{
      "1835, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
    },
    "time_of_retrieval":"20220709-035740"
  },
  "Kiwanian":{
    "type":[
      "noun"
    ],
    "definitions":{
      ": a member of a major national and international service club":[]
    },
    "pronounciation":[
      "k\u0259-\u02c8w\u00e4-n\u0113-\u0259n"
    ],
    "synonyms":[],
    "antonyms":[],
    "synonym_discussion":"",
    "examples":[],
    "history_and_etymology":{
      "Kiwanis (Club)":""
    },
    "first_known_use":{
      "1921, in the meaning defined above":""
    },
    "time_of_retrieval":"20220709-113449"
  },
  "Kiwai":{
    "type":[
      "noun"
    ],
    "definitions":{
      ": a Papuan people inhabiting islands at the mouth of the Fly River, Territory of Papua":[],
      ": a member of such people":[],
      ": the language of the Kiwai people":[]
    },
    "pronounciation":[
      "k\u0113\u02c8w\u00e4\u0113"
    ],
    "synonyms":[],
    "antonyms":[],
    "synonym_discussion":"",
    "examples":[],
    "history_and_etymology":{},
    "first_known_use":{},
    "time_of_retrieval":"20220710-015533"
  }
}