cardinals
Pronunciation: [ˈkɑːrdənəlz]
Word
Context: “mathematics”
(noun) Cardinals are numbers that tell us how many things there are. They are used for counting, like one apple, two apples, or three apples.
Example
There are five cardinals in the group counting how many kids are playing.
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She didn't count the cardinals correctly and said there were three when there were actually four.
Example
How many cardinals do we have in our counting game?
Context: “religion”
(noun) In the Catholic Church, cardinals are high-ranking priests who help the Pope. They make important decisions about the church.
Example
Several cardinals attended the special celebration at the Vatican.
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There weren't any cardinals present at the meeting because it was canceled.
Example
How many cardinals live in your country?
Context: “ornithology”
(noun) A cardinal is a type of bird that is often bright red. They are known for their beautiful singing and are common in gardens.
Example
Yesterday, I saw a cardinal sitting on my bird feeder.
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I hoped to see a cardinal in the trees, but only sparrows were there.
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Have you ever spotted a cardinal in your backyard?
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