IPA: /ɑːrˈkiːəl/
KK: /ɑrˈkiːəl/
Definition: Relating to a group of single-celled microorganisms that are distinct from bacteria and eukaryotes, often found in extreme environments.
Example: The archaeal species thrive in hot springs and deep-sea vents.
IPA: /ɑːrˈkeɪ.ɪk/
KK: /ɑrˈkeɪɪk/
Definition: This word describes something that is very old or no longer used in modern times, often referring to language, laws, or objects from an earlier period.
Example: The museum displayed an archaic tool that was used by ancient civilizations.
IPA: /ɑːrˈkeɪɪkli/
KK: /ɑrˈkeɪɪkli/
Definition: In a way that is old-fashioned or no longer in common use.
Example: The text was written archaically, making it difficult for modern readers to understand.
IPA: /ˈɑːrkeɪɪzəm/
KK: /ˈɑrkeɪɪzəm/
Definition: A word, phrase, or style that is old-fashioned and no longer in common use.
Example: The poem was filled with archaisms that made it difficult to understand.
IPA: /ɑːrˈkeɪɪstɪk/
KK: /ɑrˈkeɪɪstɪk/
Definition: Relating to or resembling something that is old-fashioned or from an earlier period.
Example: The author's archaistic style made the novel feel like it was written in a different era.
IPA: /ˌɑːrkɪˈɡoʊniəl/
KK: /ɑrˈkɛɡənɪəl/
Definition: Connected to the female reproductive structure in certain plants, where eggs are produced.
Example: The archegonial structure is essential for the reproduction of mosses.
IPA: /ˌɑːrkɪˈɡoʊniəm/
KK: /ˌɑr.kɪˈɡoʊ.ni.əm/
Definition: A structure in certain plants that produces eggs, typically shaped like a flask, found in mosses, ferns, and some gymnosperms.
Example: The archegonium is essential for the reproduction of many non-flowering plants.
IPA: /ˌɛrəˈneɪʃəs/
KK: /ˈɛrɪˌneɪʃəs/
Definition: Describing something that is related to or made of sand, often found in sandy environments.
Example: The arenaceous soil was perfect for growing certain types of plants that thrive in sandy conditions.
IPA: /ˈɛr.i.ə.leɪt/
KK: /ˈɛrɪəˌleɪt/
Definition: Describing something that has a pattern of small, distinct areas or sections, often resembling cracked dried mud or small circles.
Example: The artist used an areolate technique to create texture in the painting.
IPA: /ˌɑːr.dʒənˈtɪf.ər.əs/
KK: /ɑrˈdʒɛntɪfərəs/
Definition: Describing something that contains or produces silver.
Example: The argentiferous ore was mined for its valuable silver content.
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