IPA: /ˈtɜːrbɪnəl/
KK: /ˈtɜːrbɪnəl/
Definition: Describing something that has a cone-like shape, often used in anatomy to refer to structures resembling a cone.
Example: The turbinal bones in the nasal cavity help to warm and humidify the air we breathe.
Definition: A type of bone in the nasal cavity that helps to filter and humidify the air we breathe.
Example: The doctor explained that the turbinal bones play an important role in respiratory health.
IPA: /ˈtɜːrbɪneɪt/
KK: /ˈtɜːrbɪneɪt/
Definition: Relating to a small curved bone in the nasal passage or having a shape similar to a top or an inverted cone.
Example: The doctor explained that the turbinate bones help to warm and humidify the air we breathe.
Definition: A thin, curved structure found in the nasal passages that helps to filter and humidify the air we breathe.
Example: The doctor explained that the turbinate in my nose helps to warm the air before it reaches my lungs.
IPA: //tɜːrˈbɪneɪtɪd//
KK: /tɜrˈbɪneɪtɪd/
Definition: Having a shape that is curved or spiral, often resembling a turbine.
Example: The turbinated structure of the shell helps it to withstand strong currents.
IPA: /ˌtɜːrboʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/
KK: /tɜːrboʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/
Definition: Relating to a system that uses electric generators and motors to convert mechanical energy into electrical energy and vice versa, typically involving turbines.
Example: The turboelectric system improved the efficiency of the power generation process.
IPA: /ˌtɜːrbəʊˈmæʃənəri/
KK: /tɜrbəˈmæʃənəri/
Definition: A type of machinery that uses rotating parts to convert energy from one form to another, often involving fluids like air or water.
Example: The engineers designed a new turbomachinery system to improve the efficiency of the power plant.
IPA: /ˈtɜːrbjʊlənsi/
KK: /tɜrˈbjuːlənsɪ/
Definition: A state of disturbance or disorder, often characterized by irregular motion or agitation, especially in fluids or air.
Example: The plane experienced a lot of turbulency during the storm, making the flight quite uncomfortable.
IPA: /ˈtɜːrbjʊlənt/
KK: /ˈtɜrbyələnt/
Definition: Describing a situation or environment that is chaotic, agitated, or full of unrest and disturbance.
Example: The turbulent weather caused many flight delays at the airport.
IPA: /tɜːˈdʒɛsəns/
KK: /tɜrˈdʒɛsəns/
Definition: The state of being swollen or puffed up, often used to describe a physical condition or an inflated sense of self-importance.
Example: The turgescence of the plant's leaves indicated that it was well-watered.
IPA: /tɜːˈdʒɛsənt/
KK: /tɜrˈdʒɛsənt/
Definition: Describing something that is becoming swollen or distended, often due to an increase in fluid or pressure.
Example: The turgescent plant cells were filled with water, making the leaves firm and upright.
IPA: /ˈtɜːrdʒɪd/
KK: /ˈtɜrɡɪd/
Definition: Describing something that is swollen or bloated, often due to excess fluid, or writing that is overly complicated and difficult to understand.
Example: The turgid language in the novel made it hard to enjoy the story.
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