IPA: /ˈɜːrɡəˌtɪzəm/
KK: /ˈɜrɡəˌtɪzəm/
Definition: A health condition caused by eating grain or products that are infected with a specific fungus, leading to poisoning.
Example: The farmer was concerned about ergotism affecting his rye crop.
IPA: /ɪˈrɪstɪk/
KK: /ɪˈrɪstɪk/
Definition: Describing a style of argument that is often contentious and focuses on winning rather than finding the truth.
Example: The eristic nature of the debate made it difficult to reach a consensus.
Definition: A person who is skilled in arguing or debating, often focusing on winning rather than finding the truth.
IPA: /ɪˈrɪstɪkəl/
KK: /ɪˈrɪstɪkəl/
Definition: Relating to or characterized by disputation or argumentation, often in a way that is intended to win rather than to seek truth.
Example: The eristical nature of the debate made it difficult to reach a consensus.
IPA: /ɪˈroʊd/
KK: /ɪˈroʊd/
Definition: To gradually wear away or be worn down over time, often due to natural forces like water or wind.
Example: The coastline continues to erode due to strong waves and storms.
Definition: To gradually wear away or destroy something, often through natural processes like water or wind.
Example: The constant rain can erode the soil, making it less stable.
IPA: /ɪˈroʊdəbl/
KK: /ɪˈroʊdəbl/
Definition: Able to be worn away or removed by natural forces like water or wind.
Example: The soil in this area is highly erodible, making it vulnerable to erosion during heavy rains.
IPA: /ɪˈrɒdʒənɪk/
KK: /ɪˈrɒdʒənɪk/
Definition: Relating to or arousing sexual desire or excitement.
Example: The erogenic zones of the body are sensitive areas that can enhance pleasure.
IPA: /ɪˈrɒdʒənəs/
KK: /ɪˈrɒdʒənəs/
Definition: Relating to parts of the body that are sensitive and can produce sexual excitement when stimulated.
Example: The erogenous zones of the body can vary from person to person.
IPA: /ɪˈroʊʒən/
KK: /ɪˈroʊʒən/
Definition: The process by which soil, rock, or other materials are worn away and removed from one location to another, often caused by wind, water, or ice.
Example: The erosion of the coastline has become a serious environmental issue.
IPA: /ɪˈroʊsɪv/
KK: /ɪˈroʊsɪv/
Definition: Causing or leading to the gradual wearing away of something, often due to natural forces like water or wind.
Example: The erosive power of the river shaped the landscape over many years.
IPA: /ɪˈroʊsɪvnəs/
KK: /ɪˈroʊsɪvnəs/
Definition: The condition of causing erosion, which is the process of wearing away soil or rock.
Example: The erosiveness of the heavy rains led to significant soil loss in the area.
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