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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

ternary

IPA: /ˈtɜːnəri/

KK: /ˈtɜrnɛri/

adjective

Definition: Made up of three parts or elements, or arranged in groups of three.

Example: The ternary system is often used in computer science to represent data.

noun

Definition: A set or group that consists of three parts or elements.

Example: In mathematics, a ternary system is one that uses three different values.

terpenoid

IPA: /ˈtɜːrpəˌnɔɪd/

KK: /tɜrˈpeɪnɔɪd/

noun

Definition: A group of natural or man-made chemical compounds that come from a substance called isoprene. These compounds are often found in plants and are used in products like perfumes and food flavors.

Example: The terpenoid compounds in the plant give it a unique aroma.

terpolymer

IPA: /tɜːrˈpɒlɪmə/

KK: /tɜrˈpɒlɪmər/

noun

Definition: A type of material made from three different building blocks called monomers, which are combined together to form a larger structure.

Example: The new terpolymer is used in the production of flexible plastics.

terpsichorean

IPA: /ˌtɜːrp.sɪˈkɔː.ri.ən/

KK: /tɜːrpsɪˈkoʊriən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to dance or dancing.

Example: The terpsichorean performance captivated the audience with its grace and energy.

noun

Definition: A person who dances, especially in a skilled or artistic way.

Example: The terpsichorean performance captivated the audience with its grace and precision.

terraform

IPA: /ˈtɛr.ə.fɔːrm/

KK: /ˈtɛrɪfɔrm/

transitive verb

Definition: To change the environment of a planet to make it more like Earth, especially by altering its landscape and atmosphere.

Example: Scientists hope to terraform Mars to make it suitable for human life.

terraforming

IPA: /ˈtɛr.ə.fɔː.mɪŋ/

KK: /ˈtɛrɪˌfɔrmɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of changing the environment of a planet or moon to make it more like Earth, so that humans can live there.

Example: Scientists are researching the possibilities of terraforming Mars to support human life.

verb

Definition: The process of modifying a planet or moon to make it more Earth-like, often by changing its atmosphere, temperature, or surface to support human life.

Example: Scientists are researching the possibilities of terraforming Mars to make it habitable for humans.

terrane

IPA: /tɛˈreɪn/

KK: /tɛˈreɪn/

noun

Definition: A region or area that is characterized by a specific type of rock or rock formations.

Example: Geologists study the terrane to understand the geological history of the region.

terraqueous

IPA: /tɛˈræk.wi.əs/

KK: /tɛrˈweɪkəs/

adjective

Definition: Made up of both land and water.

Example: The terraqueous planet has vast oceans and large continents.

terrestrial

IPA: /tɛˈrɛstrɪəl/

KK: /tɛˈrɛstrɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to land or the earth, especially in contrast to water or air; describes plants or animals that live on land.

Example: The terrestrial plants in the garden thrive in the sunlight.

noun

Definition: A being or creature that lives on the earth, as opposed to those that live in water or in the air.

Example: The terrestrial species are adapted to life on land.

territorial

IPA: /ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəl/

KK: /tɛrɪˈtɔriəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a specific area or region, often involving the defense or control of that area.

Example: The animals are very territorial and will defend their space from others.

noun

Definition: A person who is part of a military unit that is organized to defend a specific area or region.

Example: He served as a territorial in the local army unit.

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