IPA: /ˈvɛlər/
KK: /ˈvɛlər/
Definition: Relating to the soft part of the roof of the mouth, where the back of the tongue touches during certain sounds.
Example: The sound /k/ is a velar consonant because it is produced with the back of the tongue against the soft palate.
Definition: A sound made by the back of the tongue against the soft part of the roof of the mouth.
Example: In linguistics, the letter 'k' represents a velar sound.
IPA: /ˌvɛləraɪˈzeɪʃən/
KK: /vɛlərɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definition: The process of producing a sound by raising the back of the tongue towards the soft part of the roof of the mouth.
Example: In linguistics, velarization can change the quality of certain consonant sounds.
IPA: /ˈvɛləraɪz/
KK: /ˈvɛlərˌaɪz/
Definition: To produce a sound by moving the back of the tongue towards the soft part of the roof of the mouth.
Example: In phonetics, to velarize a consonant means to pronounce it with the back of the tongue raised.
IPA: /vɪˈlɒsɪˌmɛtə/
KK: /vɛˈloʊsɪˌmɛtər/
Definition: A tool used to measure the speed of something, like sound in water or the flow of fluids.
Example: The scientist used a velocimeter to determine the speed of sound in the water during the experiment.
IPA: /ˈviːnəl/
KK: /ˈvinl/
Definition: Willing to do dishonest things in exchange for money; corrupt.
Example: The venal politician accepted bribes to change the law.
IPA: /ˈvɛnəˌneɪt/
KK: /ˈvɛnəˌneɪt/
Definition: Describing something that is poisoned or contains poison.
Example: The venenate fruit should not be eaten as it can cause serious illness.
Definition: To make something poisonous or to infect it with poison.
Example: The scientist warned that the chemicals could venenate the water supply if not handled properly.
IPA: /ˌvɛnəˈræbɪlɪti/
KK: /ˈvɛnərəbəlɪti/
Definition: The quality of being respected and admired because of age, wisdom, or character.
Example: The venerability of the old professor earned him great respect among his students.
IPA: /ˈvɛnərəbl/
KK: /ˈvɛnərəbəl/
Definition: Deserving respect because of age, wisdom, or character, often associated with someone who has a long history or significant achievements.
Example: The venerable professor shared his knowledge with students eager to learn.
IPA: /ˈvɛn.ə.rə.bəl/
Definition: The state of being respected and admired, especially because of age, wisdom, or character.
Example: The venerableness of the old professor earned him great respect from his students.
IPA: /ˈvɛn.ə.rə.bli/
KK: /ˈvɛnərəbli/
Definition: In a way that shows respect and admiration, often because of age or wisdom.
Example: The professor spoke venerably about the history of the ancient civilization.
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