IPA: /ˈleɪbər/
KK: /ˈleɪbər/
Definition: Work, especially hard physical work, or the process of doing work.
Example: The construction project required a lot of labour to complete.
IPA: /ˈleɪbrəm/
KK: /ˈleɪbrəm/
Definition: A structure that resembles a lip, found in various animals, including insects and arthropods, or a ring of cartilage in the shoulder area of some vertebrates.
Example: The labrum helps to protect the mouthparts of the insect.
IPA: /ˈlæb.ə.rɪnθ/
KK: /ˈlæbəˌrɪnθ/
Definition: A complex and confusing network of paths or passages, often resembling a maze, where it is easy to get lost.
Example: The ancient castle had a labyrinth of tunnels that no one could navigate easily.
IPA: /ləˈbɪrɪnθiən/
KK: /ləˈbɪrɪnˌθiən/
Definition: Describing something that is complex and confusing, like a maze, with many twists and turns.
Example: The labyrinthian structure of the ancient castle made it difficult for visitors to find their way out.
IPA: /ləˈbɪrənˌθin/
KK: /ləˈbɪrənˌθin/
Definition: Relating to or resembling a maze; complicated and confusing in structure or design.
Example: The labyrinthine paths of the ancient city made it easy to get lost.
IPA: /ləˈbɪrɪnˌdɒnt/
KK: /ləbˈɪnθəˌdɒnt/
Definition: An extinct group of amphibians that lived during the Late Paleozoic and Early Mesozoic eras, resembling crocodiles and characterized by their unique tooth structure.
Example: The fossil of a labyrinthodont was discovered in the ancient riverbed, providing insights into early amphibian evolution.
IPA: /ˈlækəˌlɪθ/
KK: /lækəˌlɪθ/
Definition: A type of rock formation that occurs when molten rock pushes between layers of sedimentary rock, causing the layers above to bulge upwards.
Example: The laccolith created a noticeable dome in the landscape, altering the surrounding geology.
IPA: /ˈlæsəreɪt/
KK: /ˈlæsəˌreɪt/
Definition: Describing something that has been torn or cut in a jagged way, often resulting in deep and irregular edges.
Example: The lacerate leaves were a sign of the storm's fury.
Definition: To cut or tear something deeply, often causing injury or damage.
Example: The sharp object can lacerate the skin if not handled carefully.
IPA: /ˌlæs.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
KK: /læsəˈreɪʃən/
Definition: A jagged or torn wound that breaks the skin.
Example: The doctor treated the laceration on his arm with stitches.
IPA: /ˈlæs.ə.reɪ.tɪv/
KK: /ˈlæsəˌreɪtɪv/
Definition: Describing something that can cause deep cuts or wounds.
Example: The lacerative effects of the sharp metal edge were evident on the surface.
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