Lingo

Hobbies and Games

37 Words

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leisure
1.
lei
sure
Noun

a period of time when one is free from duties and can do fun activities or relax

Emily finds solace in gardening during her leisure hours, cultivating colorful flowers and fresh vegetables.

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pastime
2.
pas
time
Noun

an enjoyable activity that a person does regularly in their free time

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photography
3.
pho
tog
ra
phy
Noun

the process, art, or profession of capturing photographs or recording videos

She took a course to learn the basics of photography.

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pottery
4.
po
tte
ry
Noun

the skill or activity of making dishes, pots, etc. using clay

She enjoys pottery as a creative hobby, making mugs and bowls.

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collage
5.
co
llage
Noun

the art of making pictures by sticking photographs, pieces of cloth or colored paper onto a surface

She created a vibrant collage of city scenes using magazine cutouts and acrylic paint.

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calligraphy
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ca
llig
ra
phy
Noun

the art of producing beautiful handwriting using special writing instruments such as a dip or brush pen

The artist demonstrated exquisite calligraphy with graceful strokes and precise lettering.

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modeling
7.
mode
ling
Noun

the profession of wearing clothes or accessories to present them to a group of people

She started her modeling career at a young age, walking the runway for major fashion brands.

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collect
8.
co
llect
Verb

to gather together things from different places or people

The students were instructed to collect leaves for their biology project.

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flower arranging
Noun

the skill of attractively arranging cut flowers

She took a class in flower arranging to learn how to create beautiful bouquets and centerpieces.

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garden
10.
gar
den
Noun

a piece of land where flowers, trees, and other plants are grown

He often invites friends over for outdoor gatherings in his garden.

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bird
watch
Verb

watch and study birds in their natural habitat

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handicraft
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han
dic
raft
Noun

the activity or art of skillfully using one’s hand to create attractive objects

Traditional handicraft techniques have been passed down through generations.

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knit
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knit
Verb

to create clothing, fabric, etc., typically from wool or thread, using a machine or a pair of long and thin needles

She knitted a cozy scarf for the winter.

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tax
i
der
my
Noun

the art of preserving the dead body of animals by skinning and then filling them with a specific substance in order to use them as decoration

The museum exhibit showcased stunning examples of wildlife preserved through taxidermy.

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engrave
15.
en
grave
Verb

to carve or cut a design or lettering into a hard surface, such as metal or stone

The jeweler engraved the couple's initials on the wedding ring.

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club
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club
Noun

the building, rooms, or facilities that a specific club uses

The members met at the club for their weekly chess matches.

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paint
ball
Noun

a game in which players use special guns that shoot paint

Paintball fields feature diverse terrain and obstacles that add excitement and challenge to gameplay.

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mountain biking
Noun

the activity or sport of riding a mountain bike over rough ground

Mountain biking is a great way to explore the outdoors.

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dive
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dive
Verb

to jump into water, usually hands and head first

He is going to dive into the sea from the boat.

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cycle
20.
cy
cle
Noun

(biology) a series of transformations and events that happen in an animal or plant's lifetime

The water cycle describes how water moves through the environment in different forms.

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sky
dive
Verb

to jump out of an airplane and experience free-fall before safely descending using a parachute

Thrill-seekers often choose to skydive for an exhilarating experience.

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backpack
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back
pack
Noun

a bag designed for carrying on the back, usually used by those who go hiking or climbing

She packed her backpack with all the essentials for the hiking trip.

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billiards
23.
bill
iards
Noun

a table game in which two players compete by trying to direct balls into holes around the table using special long sticks called cues

I played billiards with my friends at the local club last night.

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snorkel
24.
snor
kel
Verb

to swim under water with a hollow tube called snorkel through which one can breathe

We decided to snorkel along the coral reef to observe the underwater wildlife.

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fence
25.
fence
Noun

a structure like a wall, made of wire, wood, etc. that is placed around an area or a piece of land

She leaned on the fence and watched the sunset.

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archery
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ar
che
ry
Noun

a martial art and sport that is practiced using arrows and bows

She has been practicing archery for five years.

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surf
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surf
Verb

to move on sea waves by standing or lying on a special board

He loves to surf, spending hours riding the waves and perfecting his technique.

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meditation
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me
di
ta
tion
Noun

the act or practice of concentrating on the mind and releasing negative energy or thoughts for religious reasons or for calming one's mind

Daily meditation has helped her maintain a calm and focused mind.

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sun
bathe
Verb

to lie or sit in the sun in order to darken one's skin

During their beach vacation, they plan to sunbathe by the ocean.

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trainspotting
30.
train
spo
tting
Noun

the process of counting train engines and keeping the record as a hobby

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safari
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sa
fa
ri
Noun

a journey, typically for observing and photographing wild animals in their natural habitat, especially in African countries

Going on safari offers an unforgettable adventure, immersing travelers in the breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife of exotic destinations like Africa.

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sail
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sail
Verb

to travel on water using the power of wind or an engine

The sailboat gracefully sailed across the open sea, propelled by the ocean breeze.

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paragliding
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pa
rag
li
ding
Noun

the practice of falling or jumping off height to float in the air using a parachute as a sport or hobby

She tried paragliding for the first time during her vacation in the mountains.

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par
kour
Noun

the sport or activity of moving through an area, particularly an urban area, by running, jumping, and climbing over, under, or around different obstacles

Parkour is a physical discipline where practitioners move through their environment with fluidity, using techniques like running, jumping, and climbing.

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sled
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sled
Noun

a vehicle often pulled by horses used for carrying people over snow from one place to the other

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raft
36.
raft
Verb

travel by raft in water

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bowl
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bowl
Noun

a round, deep container with an open top, used for holding food or liquid

She filled the bowl with fresh fruit for breakfast.

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