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technophilia

IPA: /tɛkˈnɒfɪliə/

KK: /tɛkˈnɒfɪliə/

noun

Definition: A strong affection or enthusiasm for new technologies and gadgets.

Example: Her technophilia drives her to always buy the latest smartphones and gadgets.

technophobe

IPA: /tɛkˈnəʊfəʊb/

KK: /tɛkˈnəʊfoʊb/

noun

Definition: A person who is afraid of or dislikes new technology.

Example: My grandfather is a technophobe and refuses to use a smartphone.

technophobia

IPA: /tɛkˈnəʊfəˌbiːə/

KK: /tɛkˈnəʊfəˌbiə/

noun

Definition: A fear or strong dislike of technology, particularly computers and advanced devices.

Example: His technophobia made it difficult for him to use modern gadgets.

technophobic

IPA: /tɛkˈnəʊfəbɪk/

KK: /tɛkˈnəʊfobɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a fear or dislike of advanced technology or complex devices, especially computers.

Example: Some people are technophobic and prefer to avoid using smartphones and computers.

technostructure

IPA: /ˈtɛk.nəʊˌstrʌk.tʃər/

KK: /tɛknoʊˈstrʌkʧər/

noun

Definition: A complex system of skilled professionals and managers that oversees and controls large corporate organizations and their operations.

Example: The technostructure of the company includes engineers, scientists, and administrators who make key decisions.

tectonic

IPA: /tɛkˈtɒnɪk/

KK: /tɛkˈtɑnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the structure and movement of the Earth's crust, often causing earthquakes and forming mountains.

Example: The tectonic plates beneath the Earth's surface are constantly shifting.

tectonically

IPA: /tɛkˈtɒnɪkli/

KK: /tɛkˈtɑnɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the movement and structure of the Earth's crust and tectonic plates.

Example: The mountains were formed tectonically over millions of years due to the shifting of the Earth's plates.

tectonics

IPA: /tɛkˈtɒnɪks/

KK: /tɛkˈtɑnɪks/

noun

Definition: The study of the structure and movement of the Earth's crust, which helps explain earthquakes, volcanoes, and the formation of mountains.

Example: Geologists study tectonics to understand how the Earth's plates interact with each other.

tectonism

IPA: /tɛkˈtoʊnɪzəm/

KK: /tɛkˈtoʊnɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The process that causes changes in the Earth's crust, leading to the formation of mountains, valleys, and other geological features.

Example: Tectonism plays a crucial role in shaping the Earth's landscape over millions of years.

tedious

IPA: /ˈtiːdiəs/

KK: /ˈtɛdɪəs/

adjective

Definition: Something that is boring or takes a long time to do, making you feel tired or uninterested.

Example: The lecture was so tedious that many students fell asleep.

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