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colossal

IPA: /kəˈlɒsəl/

KK: /kəˈlɑsəl/

adjective

Definition: Very large in size or amount, often causing amazement or wonder.

Example: The colossal statue towered over the city, attracting tourists from all around.

colossally

IPA: /kəˈlɒsəli/

KK: /kəˈlɑsəli/

adverb

Definition: In a very large or great way; extremely.

Example: The project was colossally successful, exceeding all expectations.

colossus

IPA: /kəˈlɒsəs/

KK: /kəˈlɑsəs/

noun

Definition: A very large statue or a person or thing that is extremely important or powerful.

Example: The ancient Greeks built a colossus to honor their gods.

colostomy

IPA: /kəˈlɒstəmi/

KK: /kəˈlɑːstəmi/

noun

Definition: A surgical procedure that creates an opening from the colon to the outside of the body, allowing waste to exit through the abdominal wall.

Example: After the surgery, he had to adjust to life with a colostomy.

colotomy

IPA: /kəˈlɒtəmi/

KK: /kəˈlɑːtəmi/

noun

Definition: A surgical procedure that involves making an opening in the colon.

Example: The doctor performed a colotomy to treat the patient's bowel obstruction.

colour

IPA: /ˈkʌlə/

KK: /ˈkʌlər/

noun

Definition: A characteristic of things that can be seen, such as red, blue, green, etc., which is determined by the way light reflects off objects.

Example: The sky is a beautiful shade of blue today.

coloured

IPA: /ˈkʌləd/

KK: /ˈkʌləd/

adjective

Definition: Having a hue or tint; not white, black, or gray.

Example: The artist used a variety of coloured paints to create a vibrant mural.

colposcopy

IPA: //kɒlˈpɒskəpi//

KK: /kɒlˈpɒskəpi/

noun

Definition: A medical procedure that allows a doctor to closely examine the tissues of the vagina and cervix using a special instrument called a colposcope.

Example: The doctor recommended a colposcopy to check for any abnormalities in the cervical tissue.

coltan

IPA: /ˈkɒltæn/

KK: /ˈkɒltæn/

noun

Definition: A type of metallic ore that contains niobium and tantalum, often used in electronics and other industries.

Example: Coltan is essential for making capacitors in mobile phones.

coltish

IPA: /ˈkoʊltɪʃ/

KK: /ˈkoʊltɪʃ/

adjective

Definition: Full of energy and playful, often in a way that is lively and spirited.

Example: The coltish puppy jumped around the yard, chasing after butterflies.

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