IPA: /ˌbɔːrbəˈrɪɡməs/
KK: /bɔrˈbɔrɪɡməs/
Definition: A rumbling sound that happens in the stomach or intestines when gas moves through them.
Example: After eating a big meal, I could hear a loud borborygmus in my stomach.
IPA: /ˈbɔːrdərlaɪn/
KK: /ˈbɔrdərˌlaɪn/
Definition: Describing something that is not clearly defined or is on the edge of two different categories, often indicating a questionable quality or condition.
Example: Her qualifications for the job were considered borderline, making her a less competitive candidate.
Definition: A line that marks the edge of an area or a state, or a situation that is not clearly defined between two different qualities or conditions.
Example: The river serves as the borderline between the two countries.
IPA: /bɔrn/
KK: /bɔrn/
Definition: Carried or transported by something specified.
Example: The message was borne by the wind to distant lands.
Definition: To have carried or transported something; to have given birth to or produced something.
Example: She has borne three children and is very proud of them.
IPA: //ˌbɔːroʊˈhaɪdraɪd//
KK: /bɔːroʊhaɪdraɪd/
Definition: A chemical compound that contains the borohydride anion, which is used as a strong reducing agent in various chemical reactions.
Example: Sodium borohydride is commonly used in laboratories for reducing metal ions to their corresponding metals.
IPA: /ˈbɔːrɒn/
KK: /ˈbɔrən/
Definition: A chemical element that is a soft, brown, nonmetal, used in various applications like glass and nuclear reactors.
Example: Boron is an essential element in the production of glass and ceramics.
IPA: /bɔːˈrɒnɪk/
KK: /bɔːˈrɒnɪk/
Definition: Relating to a group of chemical compounds known as boronic acids, which contain boron and are used in various chemical reactions.
Example: The scientist studied the properties of boronic compounds for their potential applications in medicine.
IPA: /ˈboʊsɒn/
KK: /ˈboʊsɒn/
Definition: A type of particle that has a specific property called spin, which can be zero or a whole number. These particles can exist in large numbers in the same state, unlike other types of particles.
Example: The discovery of the Higgs boson was a significant milestone in particle physics.
IPA: /bəˈzɒnɪk/
KK: /bəˈzɒnɪk/
Definition: Relating to a type of particle in physics that follows Bose-Einstein statistics, which includes particles like photons and gluons.
Example: The researchers studied the bosonic properties of the new material.
IPA: /ˈbɔːsɪzəm/
KK: /ˈbɔsɪzəm/
Definition: The control or influence of a leader or boss over a group or organization, often in a way that limits the input or power of others.
Example: The company's culture was heavily influenced by bossism, making it difficult for employees to voice their opinions.
IPA: /bɒtʃ/
KK: /bɑtʃ/
Definition: A poor or clumsy piece of work that is often ruined or defective.
Example: The repair was such a botch that it made the problem worse.
Definition: To do something badly or carelessly, often resulting in mistakes or problems.
Example: He botched the job by forgetting important details.
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