Dokdo

A group of small islets in the East Sea. Although claimed by both Korea and Japan the Dokdo islets are currently administered by the Republic of Korea. By the way, I am neither Korean nor Japanese and am thus free from bias.
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Cornrows

A traditional African style of hair grooming where the hair is braided very close to the scalp. Often favored for their easy maintenance, cornrows can be left in for weeks at a time if maintained through careful washing of the hair and regular oiling of the scalp.
Cornrows are often adorned with beads or cowry shells.
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Precocious

Unusually advanced or mature in development, especially mental development.
He is a precocious child.
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Wristwatch

A small timepiece worn on the wrist.
Wristwatches can be fashion items.
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Turquoise

An blue-to-green mineral. Rare and valuable in finer grades and has been prized as a gem and ornamental stone for thousands of years owing to its unique hue. Can also refer to the mineral's distinctinve colour.
American Robin eggs are deep turquoise.
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Dress Shoes

Typically brown or black shoes to be worn at formal events. They are widely used in dance, for parties, and for special occasions, but are worn by some as their standard daily shoes.
Dress shoes are typically contrasted to athletic shoes.
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Dumplings

Cooked balls of dough. They are based on flour, potatoes or bread, and may include meat, fish, vegetables, or sweets. They may be cooked by boiling, steaming, simmering, frying, or baking. They may have a filling, or there may be other ingredients mixed into the dough.
Dumplings are delicious.
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