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loq
noun
The upper limb of the human body, from the shoulder to the hand.

“loq”

Arm or hand.

Also means
  1. arm
  2. hand

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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lhamloq
noun
A long pole or sharp weapon used for support or protection.

“lhamloq sa.”

Take the staff.

Also means
  1. staff, spear

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dvnAppears in an example
verb
To feel sudden surprise, shock, or disbelief.

“Ngos lyis yoeuh las mauh dvn geh, housoeh mauh dvn zis yah namoq nhuot mas loq yah nghop geh.”

Look at me and be astonished in wonder; thus, marveling in astonishment, cover your mouth with your hands!

Also means
  1. to be startled
  2. shocked
  3. appalled
  4. to be startled, shocked, appalled

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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MakhoAppears in an example
name
A specific book found within the Christian Bible.

“Ngo Makho loq kyang.”

I am reading the Gospel of Mark.

Also means
  1. the Gospel of Mark

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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nhaiqlomAppears in an example
noun
The organ in the body that pumps blood. It is also used to refer to the center of emotions.

“Nhaiqlom loq.”

The heart is beating.

Also means
  1. heart

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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zop huomAppears in an example
verb
To come together with others in one place.

“Miq mo zop huom loq.”

The people are gathering together.

Also means
  1. to gather
  2. come together
  3. meet up

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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mhanhdyvpAppears in an example
noun
A wild land that is not inhabited by people, often covered with thick trees or dry, empty sand.

“mhanhdyvp loq”

Go to the jungle.

Also means
  1. jungle
  2. desert

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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