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bach

verb · noun

Simple meaning

A small hut.

Pronunciation

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bahk
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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈbɑk

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Definition

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verb

  1. Lead a bachelor's existence

noun

  1. new zealand

    A small hut, especially for a man living alone.

  2. new zealand

    Now specifically, a holiday home, typically a small, simple house of one or two rooms on the beach.

  3. colloquial

    An unmarried woman.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
B1 · Intermediate (estimated)
Frequency
Moderately Common
Typical Use
Neutral / general English

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