IPA: /ˈkælɪbər/
KK: /ˈkælɪbər/
Definition: The quality or degree of something, often used to describe people or things, or the measurement of the diameter of a projectile or firearm barrel.
Example: The school is known for its high caliber of education.
IPA: /ˈkælɪˌbreɪt/
KK: /ˈkælɪˌbreɪt/
Definition: To check or adjust something so that it works correctly or accurately, often by comparing it to a standard measurement.
Example: The technician needs to calibrate the machine to ensure it operates properly.
IPA: /ˌkælɪˈbreɪʃən/
KK: /kælɪˈbreɪʃən/
Definition: The process of adjusting and measuring the accuracy of a device or instrument to ensure it gives correct readings.
Example: The technician performed a calibration on the machine to ensure it was working properly.
Definition: The internal diameter of a gun barrel or the size of a bullet that fits into it. It can also refer to the quality or level of someone's ability or character.
Example: The rifle has a calibre of 7.62 mm, making it suitable for long-range shooting.
IPA: /ˌkælɪˈfɔːrniəm/
KK: /kælɪˈfɔːrniəm/
Definition: A man-made chemical element that is radioactive and has the atomic number 98. It is created by bombarding curium with helium isotopes and is known for emitting alpha particles.
Example: Californium is used in some nuclear reactors and for neutron activation analysis.
IPA: /kəˈlɪdʒɪnəs/
KK: /kəˈlɪdʒɪnəs/
Definition: Having a dark, misty, or gloomy quality; often used to describe a place or atmosphere that is dim and unclear.
Example: The caliginous forest was filled with shadows and an eerie silence.
IPA: /ˈkɔːləbəl/
KK: /ˈkɔːləbəl/
Definition: Able to be called or summoned, often used in contexts like finance to describe bonds that can be redeemed by the issuer.
Example: The company issued callable bonds that investors could redeem at any time.
IPA: /ˌkælɪˈpɪdʒiən/
KK: /kælɪˈpɪdʒiən/
Definition: Describing someone who has well-shaped and attractive buttocks.
Example: The dancer's callipygian figure was admired by everyone in the audience.
IPA: /kəˈlɒsɪti/
KK: /kəˈlɑsɪti/
Definition: A thickened and hardened area of skin, often caused by repeated friction or pressure.
Example: The gardener developed a callosity on his hands from years of working with tools.
IPA: //ˈkæləs//
KK: /ˈkæləs/
Definition: Not caring about the feelings or suffering of others; emotionally insensitive.
Example: His callous remarks about the tragedy upset many people.
Definition: To make someone or something emotionally insensitive or unfeeling.
Example: The harsh criticism served to callous her feelings towards others.
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