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Exam: IELTS

stratigraphic

IPA: /ˌstrætɪˈɡræfɪk/

KK: /strætɪˈɡræfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the layers of rock or soil in the ground and how they are arranged.

Example: The stratigraphic analysis revealed important information about the geological history of the area.

stratigraphical

IPA: /ˌstrætɪˈɡræfɪkəl/

KK: /strætɪˈɡræfɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the study of rock layers and layering in geology.

Example: The stratigraphical analysis revealed important information about the Earth's history.

stratigraphy

IPA: /strəˈtɪɡrəfi/

KK: /strəˈtɪɡrəfi/

noun

Definition: The study of layers of rock and soil, especially how they are formed, arranged, and their ages.

Example: Geologists use stratigraphy to understand the history of the Earth.

stratosphere

IPA: /ˈstrætəˌsfɪə/

KK: /ˈstrætəˌsfɪr/

noun

Definition: The layer of the atmosphere that is above the troposphere and below the mesosphere, extending from about 6 to 30 miles above the Earth's surface, where temperatures increase with altitude and clouds are uncommon.

Example: The weather balloons are released into the stratosphere to collect data on atmospheric conditions.

stratospheric

IPA: /ˌstrætəˈsfɛrɪk/

KK: /strætəˈsfɛrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the layer of the Earth's atmosphere above the troposphere, where the air is stable and the temperature increases with altitude.

Example: The stratospheric ozone layer protects us from harmful ultraviolet radiation.

stratum

IPA: /ˈstrætəm/

KK: /ˈstrætəm/

noun

Definition: A layer or level of material, often found in geology, biology, or social structures, that is arranged horizontally or represents a specific group of similar characteristics.

Example: The archaeologists discovered a stratum of ancient pottery beneath the surface.

streak

IPA: /strik/

KK: /strik/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move quickly or at high speed, often in a straight line.

Example: The athlete streaked down the track, leaving everyone behind.

noun

Definition: A line or mark that is different in color or texture from what is around it, or a flash of light. It can also refer to a quality or characteristic that stands out, or a short period of good or bad luck.

Example: She noticed a bright streak of color in the sky at sunset.

transitive verb

Definition: To mark or color something with lines or stripes, often in a way that creates a noticeable pattern.

Example: She decided to streak her hair with blonde highlights for the summer.

stream

IPA: /striːm/

KK: /strim/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move or flow continuously in a steady manner, often in large numbers or amounts.

Example: The crowd began to stream into the stadium as the concert started.

noun

Definition: A small flow of water that moves along a channel, like a brook or river, or a continuous flow of something, such as light or information.

Example: The children played by the stream in the park.

transitive verb

Definition: To transmit data or information continuously, especially over the Internet, or to release a substance in a steady flow.

Example: We can stream movies online without downloading them first.

streamed

IPA: /strimd/

KK: /strimd/

adjective

Definition: Separated into different categories or paths, often used in education to refer to different subjects or areas of study.

Example: The school offers courses that are streamed according to students' interests and abilities.

verb

Definition: To have sent or received data, especially audio or video, over the internet in real-time.

Example: Yesterday, I streamed my favorite movie online.

streamer

IPA: /ˈstriːmər/

KK: /ˈstrimər/

noun

Definition: A person who broadcasts live video content over the internet, often while playing video games or engaging with an audience.

Example: The streamer entertained thousands of viewers while playing the latest video game.

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