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.
by CrosswordPuzzle October 28, 2011
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.
by CrosswordPuzzle October 31, 2011
He is a precocious child.
by CrosswordPuzzle October 29, 2011
by CrosswordPuzzle October 31, 2011
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.
by CrosswordPuzzle October 29, 2011
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.
by CrosswordPuzzle October 29, 2011
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.
by CrosswordPuzzle October 29, 2011