IPA: /ˈpɒli/
KK: /ˈpɑli/
Definition: A type of synthetic material made from polymers, often used in fabrics and plastics.
Example: The shirt is made of poly, which makes it durable and easy to wash.
IPA: //ˌpɒliˈækrɪləmɑɪd//
KK: /pɑliˈækrɪləmɑɪd/
Definition: A type of synthetic polymer made from acrylamide monomers, often used in various industrial and laboratory applications, including as a thickening agent or in gel electrophoresis.
Example: Polyacrylamide is commonly used in laboratories for separating proteins in gel electrophoresis.
IPA: /pəˈlɪədɪk/
KK: /pɑˈlɪədɪk/
Definition: Relating to a structure or concept that involves many parts or elements.
Example: The polyadic relationship among the team members allowed for diverse ideas and collaboration.
IPA: /ˌpɒliˈæl.kɒl/
KK: /ˈpɑliˌɔlˌkɔl/
Definition: A type of alcohol that has more than two hydroxyl groups in its structure, which makes it different from regular alcohols.
Example: Glycerol is a common example of a polyalcohol used in food and cosmetics.
IPA: /ˌpɒliˈeɪmiːn/
KK: /pɑːliˈeɪmiːn/
Definition: A type of organic compound that has more than one amino group in its structure, consisting of carbon, nitrogen, and hydrogen.
Example: Researchers are studying the effects of polyamines on cell growth.
IPA: /ˌpɒliˈæmərəs/
KK: /ˌpɑliˈæmərəs/
Definition: Relating to the practice of having romantic relationships with more than one person at the same time, where all partners are aware and agree to it.
Example: She identifies as polyamorous and believes in loving multiple partners openly and honestly.
IPA: /ˌpɒliˈændrəs/
KK: /pɑlɪˈændrəs/
Definition: Describing a relationship where a woman has multiple husbands at the same time.
Example: In some cultures, polyandrous marriages are practiced as a way to manage land and resources.
IPA: /ˌpɒliˈændri/
KK: /pɑˈliːˌændri/
Definition: The practice or condition of a woman having more than one husband at the same time.
Example: In some cultures, polyandry is accepted as a way to manage land and resources.
IPA: /ˌpɒliəˈtoʊmɪk/
KK: /pɑlɪəˈtoʊmɪk/
Definition: Relating to a molecule that consists of three or more atoms.
Example: Water is a polyatomic molecule because it has three atoms: two hydrogen and one oxygen.
IPA: /ˌpɒlɪˈsɛntrɪk/
KK: /pɑlɪˈsɛntrɪk/
Definition: Having multiple centers of authority or control, rather than a single dominant one.
Example: In a polycentric world, power is distributed among various centers rather than being concentrated in one place.
Definition: Not a valid English word.
Example: Not available
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