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Term: ni

Description:

Ni is a term with multiple meanings and usages depending on the context. It can be used as a noun, verb, interjection, or abbreviation. Its meanings range from a Japanese honorific, a chemical element symbol, to a slang term in certain cultures.

Senses:

1. Noun: In Japanese, "ni" is an honorific used to address someone politely, similar to "Mr." or "Ms." in English.
2. Noun: "Ni" is also the chemical element symbol for nickel, a lustrous metal with atomic number 28.
3. Verb: In certain languages, "ni" can be used as a verb form meaning "you go" or "you proceed."
4. Interjection: "Ni" is an interjection made famous by the comedy group Monty Python, known for their skit involving the Knights Who Say Ni!
5. Abbreviation: "Ni" is an abbreviation commonly used for the country Nicaragua in international contexts.

Examples:

Noun: The shopkeeper politely addressed the customer as Ni Tanaka.

Noun: The chemical compound contains traces of Ni, which gives it its unique magnetic properties.

Verb: To reach the cafeteria, ni straight down this hallway.

Interjection: "We are the Knights Who Say Ni!"

Abbreviation: The delegates from Ni attended the international conference.

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