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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

prolog

IPA: /ˈproʊlɒg/

KK: /ˈproʊlɒg/

noun

Definition: A programming language that uses logical statements instead of commands to perform tasks, allowing for logical reasoning and inference.

Example: Prolog is often used in artificial intelligence for tasks that involve complex problem-solving.

prologize

IPA: /prəˈlɒdʒaɪz/

KK: /prəˈlɑːdʒaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To give a prologue, which is an introduction to a play or literary work.

Example: Before the play started, the director decided to prologize to set the scene for the audience.

prolong

IPA: /prəˈlɔŋ/

KK: /prəˈlɔŋ/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something last longer or to extend its time.

Example: The teacher decided to prolong the exam to give students more time to finish.

prolongation

IPA: /prəˌlɔːŋˈɡeɪʃən/

KK: /prəˌlɔŋˈɡeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: An extension or the act of making something last longer than it normally would.

Example: The prolongation of the meeting allowed for more discussion on the important topics.

prolonge

IPA: /prəˈlɒŋ/

KK: /prəˈlɒŋ/

noun

Definition: A type of rope that has a hook and a toggle, often used for dragging or securing objects like a gun carriage.

Example: The soldiers used a prolonge to secure the artillery to the wagon.

prolonged

IPA: /prəˈlɔːŋd/

KK: /prəˈlɔŋd/

adjective

Definition: Something that lasts for a long time or is extended in duration.

Example: The meeting was prolonged due to the many questions from the participants.

verb

Definition: To make something last longer than it normally would.

Example: The meeting was prolonged due to the important discussions.

prolonger

IPA: /prəˈlɔːŋɡər/

KK: /prəˈlɔŋɡər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that makes something last longer or extends its duration.

Example: The prolonger of the meeting was necessary to discuss all the important topics.

prolusion

IPA: /prəˈluːʒən/

KK: /prəˈluːʒən/

noun

Definition: A preliminary activity or writing that serves as an introduction to a more detailed work or discussion.

Example: The author included a prolusion to explain the main themes of the book before diving into the chapters.

prolusory

IPA: /prəˈluːʃəri/

KK: /prəˈluːʃəri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that serves as a preliminary or introductory part, often leading to a main event or idea.

Example: The prolusory remarks set the stage for the main presentation.

promethium

IPA: /prəˈmiːθiəm/

KK: /prəˈmiːθiəm/

noun

Definition: A radioactive metal that is part of the rare-earth elements, created from uranium or neodymium, and has various isotopes used for producing beta rays.

Example: Promethium is used in some types of batteries and luminous paints.

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