exotic — originating in or characteristic of a distant foreign country
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: originating in or characteristic of a distant foreign country
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪɡˈzɑːtɪk/
Korean meaning: 이국적인, 외래의
Korean pronunciation: 이그**자**틱
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's exotic pet parrot speaks three languages but refuses to do the dishes.
- The travel agency advertises exotic destinations for those seeking adventure.
- He claimed his exotic sandwich recipe was a family secret, but we all knew it was just peanut butter and kimchi.
exotic
ADJECTIVE//ɪɡˈzɑːtɪk//
originating in or characteristic of a distant foreign country
originating in or characteristic of a distant foreign country
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Origin
From Greek 'exotikos' meaning 'foreign' or 'from outside', derived from 'exo' meaning 'outside' and the suffix '-ikos' meaning 'of or pertaining to'. The word entered English via Latin and French, retaining its meaning of something originating from a distant or foreign place.
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“My grandmother's exotic pet parrot speaks three languages but refuses to do the dishes.”
“The travel agency advertises exotic destinations for those seeking adventure.”
“He claimed his exotic sandwich recipe was a family secret, but we all knew it was just peanut butter and kimchi.”
“The museum's exotic art collection attracts visitors from around the world.”
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