transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈfä-lē ]
noun
( plural follies )
Etymology: Middle English folie, from Anglo-French, from fol fool
Date: 13th century
1. : lack of good sense or normal prudence and foresight
2.
a. : criminally or tragically foolish actions or conduct
b. obsolete : evil , wickedness ; especially : lewd behavior
3. : a foolish act or idea
4. : an excessively costly or unprofitable undertaking
5. : an often extravagant picturesque building erected to suit a fanciful taste