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anthocyanin

IPA: /ˌæn.θoʊˈsaɪ.ə.nɪn/

KK: /ænθoʊˈsaɪənɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of pigment found in plants that can create colors like blue, purple, and red in flowers and other parts.

Example: The vibrant colors of the flowers are due to the presence of anthocyanin.

anthologist

IPA: //ænˈθɒlədʒɪst//

KK: /ænˈθɑlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who collects and organizes a selection of writings, such as poems or stories, into a book or anthology.

Example: The anthologist chose the best poems from various authors for the new collection.

anthology

IPA: /ænˈθɒlədʒi/

KK: /ænˈθɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: A book or collection that contains a variety of written works, such as poems, stories, or essays, often by different authors.

Example: The anthology features works from both classic and contemporary writers.

anthozoan

IPA: //ænˈθoʊzoʊən//

KK: /ænˈθoʊzoʊən/

noun

Definition: A type of marine animal that includes corals and sea anemones, which can live alone or in groups and have a body structure with radial symmetry.

Example: The reef was full of colorful anthozoans, providing a habitat for many fish species.

anthracene

IPA: //ænˈθreɪsiːn//

KK: /ænˈθreɪsiːn/

noun

Definition: A solid, crystalline substance made of carbon, derived from coal tar, that is used to create dyes and other organic chemicals.

Example: Anthracene is often used in the production of blue and green dyes.

anthracitic

IPA: /ˌæn.θrəˈsɪt.ɪk/

KK: /ænˈθræːsɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or made from a type of coal that is hard and has a high carbon content, known for burning cleanly and efficiently.

Example: The anthracitic coal is often used for heating because it produces very little smoke.

anthraquinone

IPA: /æŋˌθrækwɪˈnoʊn/

KK: /ænˌθrækwɪˈnoʊn/

noun

Definition: A yellow crystalline substance that is not soluble in water and is mainly used to make dyes.

Example: Anthraquinone is commonly used in the textile industry to produce vibrant colors.

anthrax

IPA: //ˈæn.θræks//

KK: /ˈænθræks/

noun

Definition: A serious infectious disease caused by a bacterium that affects warm-blooded animals and can be transmitted to humans, often leading to severe health issues.

Example: The farmer took precautions to prevent anthrax outbreaks among his livestock.

anthropic

IPA: /ænˈθrɒpɪk/

KK: /ænˈθrɒpɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to human beings or the time when humans exist on Earth.

Example: The anthropic principle suggests that the universe's laws are compatible with the existence of life.

anthropocentric

IPA: /ˌænθrəˈpəʊsɛntrɪk/

KK: /ænˌθrɒpəˈsɛntrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the idea that human beings are the most important part of the universe and that everything should be understood in terms of human values and experiences.

Example: The anthropocentric view of nature often leads to environmental issues because it prioritizes human needs over ecological balance.

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