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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

teleprocessing

IPA: /ˌtɛləˈprəʊsɛsɪŋ/

KK: /tɛləˈprɒsɛsɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A method of processing data using remote terminals that connect to a central computer, allowing for data transmission and computer services from a distance.

Example: The company uses teleprocessing to manage its data across multiple locations efficiently.

telescopically

IPA: /tɛlɪˈskɒpɪkli/

KK: /tɛlɪˈskɒpɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves the use of a telescope, often referring to viewing or observing something at a distance.

Example: The stars were observed telescopically, revealing details not visible to the naked eye.

telesis

IPA: /ˈtɛləsɪs/

KK: /ˈtɛləsɪs/

noun

Definition: The careful and intelligent planning of how to achieve a specific goal or outcome.

Example: The project was a success due to the teleses that guided its development.

telic

IPA: /ˈtɛlɪk/

KK: /ˈtɛlɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or aimed at achieving a specific goal or purpose.

Example: The telic nature of the project motivated the team to work efficiently towards their deadline.

telicity

IPA: /tɛˈlɪsɪti/

KK: /tɛˈlɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of a verb or verb phrase that indicates whether an action or event is viewed as complete or finished.

Example: In linguistics, telicity helps to determine how we understand the duration and completion of actions in sentences.

tellingly

IPA: /ˈtɛlɪŋli/

KK: /ˈtɛlɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that reveals important information or meaning; in a significant or revealing manner.

Example: She looked at him tellingly, making it clear that she knew more than she was saying.

telltale

IPA: /ˈtɛlˌteɪl/

KK: /ˈtɛlˌteɪl/

noun

Definition: A sign or piece of information that reveals something, often about a situation or condition.

Example: The telltale signs of a storm were visible in the darkening sky.

telluric

IPA: /tɛˈlʊrɪk/

KK: /tɛˈlʊrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the Earth or its physical properties, especially in terms of natural electric currents or the element tellurium.

Example: The telluric currents can affect the readings of sensitive instruments.

telocentric

IPA: /ˌtɛləˈsɛntrɪk/

KK: /tɛloʊˈsɛntrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing a chromosome that has its centromere located at one end, resulting in only one arm of the chromosome.

Example: In telocentric chromosomes, the centromere is positioned at the end, making them appear as a single long arm.

telomerase

IPA: /tɛˈloʊməreɪz/

KK: /tɛˈloʊməreɪs/

noun

Definition: A special type of enzyme that helps maintain the ends of chromosomes, known as telomeres, during cell division. It is important for the growth of certain cells, like stem cells and cancer cells.

Example: Telomerase plays a crucial role in the immortality of cancer cells by extending their telomeres.

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