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Exam: IELTS

oceanographic

IPA: /ˌoʊʃəˈnɒɡrəfɪk/

KK: /oʊˌsiːəˈnɒɡrəfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Connected to the study of oceans and their properties, including their physical, chemical, and biological aspects.

Example: The oceanographic research team collected data on marine life and water quality.

oceanography

IPA: /oʊˌʃənˈɒɡrəfi/

KK: /oʊˌʃənˈɒɡrəfi/

noun

Definition: The scientific study of the ocean, including its physical and chemical properties, marine life, and the processes that occur within it.

Example: She decided to study oceanography because she loves the ocean and wants to understand it better.

oceanologist

IPA: /oʊˈʃənəˌlədʒɪst/

KK: /oʊˈʃənəˌlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies the ocean, including its ecosystems, currents, and marine life.

Example: The oceanologist conducted research on the effects of pollution on coral reefs.

oceanology

IPA: /oʊˈʃənˌɑlədʒi/

KK: /oʊˈʃənˌɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study of the ocean, including its physical, chemical, and biological properties.

Example: She decided to study oceanology because she loves the sea and marine life.

ochlocracy

IPA: /ɒkˈlɒkrəsi/

KK: /ɑkˈlɑkrəsi/

noun

Definition: A type of government where the control is in the hands of a large group of people, often leading to chaotic or mob-like behavior.

Example: In an ochlocracy, decisions are made by the crowd rather than through established laws or leaders.

ochlocratic

IPA: /ˌɒkləˈkrætɪk/

KK: /ɑkˈlɑkrətɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a form of government in which the mob or a large group of people has control, often leading to disorder or chaos.

Example: The ochlocratic rule in the city led to widespread unrest and confusion among the citizens.

octahedron

IPA: /ˌɒkˈteɪhɪdrən/

KK: /ɑkˈteɪhɪdrən/

noun

Definition: A three-dimensional shape that has eight flat surfaces, known as faces.

Example: The architect designed a building in the shape of an octahedron.

octan

IPA: /ˈɒk.tæn/

KK: /ˈɑkˌtæn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or occurring every eight days.

Example: The octan schedule for the meetings was set to repeat every eight days.

octane

IPA: /ˈɒk.teɪn/

KK: /ˈɑkˌteɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of hydrocarbon found in petroleum, commonly used as a fuel in engines.

Example: Higher octane fuel can improve engine performance and efficiency.

octanol

IPA: //ˈɒk.tə.nɒl//

KK: /ˈɑk.tə.nɔl/

noun

Definition: A type of alcohol that has eight carbon atoms in its structure, commonly used in the production of fragrances and other chemical products.

Example: Octanol is often used in the manufacture of perfumes and flavorings.

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