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sodium

IPA: //ˈsoʊdiəm//

KK: /ˈsoʊdiəm/

noun

Definition: A soft, silver-white metal that is very reactive, especially with water, and is commonly found in salt and used in various industrial processes.

Example: Sodium is an essential element in many chemical reactions and is found in table salt.

soft

IPA: /sɔft/

KK: /sɔft/

adjective

Definition: Having a smooth or gentle texture; not hard or firm.

Example: The pillow is so soft that I can easily fall asleep on it.

adverb

Definition: In a gentle or quiet way, without harshness or force.

Example: She spoke softly to avoid waking the baby.

noun

Definition: A material or object that is easy to press or bend and is not hard.

Example: The pillow is made of soft material, making it very comfortable to sleep on.

soften

IPA: /ˈsɒfən/

KK: /ˈsɔfən/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become less hard or firm, often resulting in a gentler or smoother texture.

Example: The butter will soften if you leave it out of the fridge for a while.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something less hard or firm, or to make it gentler or less severe.

Example: She decided to soften the butter before mixing it into the cake batter.

softheartedness

IPA: /ˈsɔːfˈhɑːrtɪdnəs/

KK: /sɔftˈhɑrtɪdnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being kind, gentle, and easily moved to sympathy or compassion.

Example: Her softheartedness made her a great friend to those in need.

softly

IPA: /ˈsɔːf.tli/

KK: /ˈsɔf(t)li/

adverb

Definition: In a gentle or quiet way; not harsh or loud.

Example: She spoke softly so as not to wake the baby.

software

IPA: /ˈsɔːf.twɛər/

KK: /ˈsɔfˌtɛr/

noun

Definition: The programs and instructions that tell a computer how to work and perform tasks.

Example: She installed new software on her computer to improve its performance.

sojourn

IPA: //ˈsoʊdʒɜrn//

KK: /ˈsoʊdʒɜrn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To stay in a place for a short time, usually for rest or relaxation.

Example: We decided to sojourn at a cozy cabin in the mountains for the weekend.

noun

Definition: A short visit or stay in a place, usually for a limited time.

Example: During our sojourn in Paris, we visited many famous landmarks.

sojourner

IPA: /ˈsoʊdʒɜrnər/

KK: /ˈsoʊdʒɜrnər/

noun

Definition: A person who stays in a place for a short time before moving on.

Example: During her travels, she met a sojourner who shared stories of his adventures.

sol

IPA: /sɒl/

KK: /sɔl/

noun

Definition: A term that can refer to a colloidal solution, an old French coin, the fifth note in a musical scale, or the Roman god of the sun.

Example: In ancient times, people used a sol as currency for trade.

solace

IPA: /ˈsɒl.ɪs/

KK: /ˈsɑləs/

noun

Definition: A thing or person that provides comfort or relief during difficult times.

Example: After the loss of her pet, she found solace in her friends and family.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide comfort or relief to someone who is feeling sad or troubled.

Example: She solaced her friend after the loss of his pet by spending time with him.

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