widow
Pronunciation: [ˈwɪdoʊ]
Word
Context: “relationship”
(noun) a woman whose husband has died and who has not remarried. When a woman loses her husband and is alone, she is often called a widow.
Example
After her husband passed away, she became a widow and focused on raising her children.
Example
She was not a widow; her husband was still alive and they celebrated their anniversary together.
Example
What support does a widow need after losing her husband?
Context: “games”
(noun) a card game in which players bid for tricks, typically for four players in two partnerships. In this game, teams try to win cards, and it can be very strategic.
Example
The group played widow last night and had a lot of fun trying to win tricks.
Example
They didn't play widow after dinner; instead, they opted for a different game.
Example
Have you ever learned how to play widow?
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