IPA: /ɪnˌkrʌsˈteɪʃən/
KK: /ɪnˌkrʌsˈteɪʃən/
Definition: A layer or coating that forms on a surface, often made of minerals or other materials, which can build up over time.
Example: The encrustation on the old statue made it look even more ancient and beautiful.
IPA: /ɪnˈkrɪpt/
KK: /ɪnˈkrɪpt/
Definition: To change information into a code to keep it secret from others who should not see it.
Example: The company decided to encrypt their sensitive data to protect it from hackers.
IPA: /ɪnˈkrɪptɪd/
KK: /ɪnˈkrɪptɪd/
Definition: Describing something that has been converted into a code to prevent unauthorized access or understanding.
Example: The message was encrypted to keep it safe from hackers.
Definition: To convert information or data into a code to prevent unauthorized access.
IPA: /ɪnˈkrɪpʃən/
KK: /ɪnˈkrɪpʃən/
Definition: The method of changing information into a code to keep it safe and unreadable to anyone who does not have the right key or password.
Example: The company uses encryption to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access.
IPA: /ɪnˈkʌltʃəreɪt/
KK: /ɪnˈkʌlʧəˌreɪt/
Definition: To teach someone the customs, values, and behaviors of a particular culture.
Example: The program aims to enculturate new immigrants into the local community.
IPA: /ɪnˌkʌlʧəˈreɪʃən/
KK: /ɪnˌkʌlʧəˈreɪʃən/
Definition: The way a person learns and adopts the behaviors, values, and practices of their culture.
Example: Enculturation begins at a young age as children learn from their families and communities.
IPA: /ɪnˈkʌm.bər/
KK: /ɪnˈkʌm bər/
Definition: To place a heavy burden on someone or something, making it difficult for them to move or act freely.
Example: The new regulations will encumber small businesses with additional paperwork.
IPA: /ɪnˈkʌmbəd/
KK: /ɪnˈkʌmbərd/
Definition: Having a burden or load that makes movement or progress difficult.
Example: The hiker felt encumbered by the heavy backpack as he climbed the mountain.
Definition: To be burdened or weighed down by something, making it difficult to move or act freely.
Example: She felt encumbered by her heavy backpack during the hike.
IPA: /ɪnˈkʌmbrəns/
KK: /ɪnˈkʌmbrəns/
Definition: A burden or something that makes it difficult to do something or to move forward. It can also refer to a legal claim on property, like a mortgage.
Example: The old car was an encumbrance that took up space in the garage.
IPA: /ɪnˈkʌmbərənsər/
KK: /ɪnˈkʌmbərənsər/
Definition: A person or entity that has a claim or burden on a property, often affecting its value or use.
Example: The encumbrancer had a legal right to the property due to the mortgage.
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