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microtonality

IPA: /ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈtoʊ.nəl.ɪ.ti/

KK: /maɪkroʊˈtoʊnəlɪti/

noun

Definition: The use of very small intervals between notes in music, which are smaller than the standard semitones used in Western music.

Example: Many contemporary composers explore microtonality to create unique sounds and textures in their music.

microtonally

IPA: /ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈtoʊ.nə.li/

KK: /maɪkroʊˈtoʊnəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves microtones, which are intervals smaller than a semitone in music.

Example: The musician played the notes microtonally, creating a unique sound that was different from traditional scales.

microtone

IPA: /ˈmaɪ.kroʊˌtoʊn/

KK: /ˈmaɪ.kroʊ.toʊn/

noun

Definition: A musical interval that is smaller than the smallest standard interval used in Western music, which is a semitone.

Example: In some traditional music, musicians use microtones to create unique sounds that are not found in Western music scales.

microtubule

IPA: /ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈtjuː.biːl/

KK: /maɪkroʊˈtjuːbiːl/

noun

Definition: These are tiny, tube-like structures found in the cells of plants and animals that help maintain the cell's shape and are involved in movement and transport within the cell.

Example: Microtubules play a crucial role in cell division by forming the mitotic spindle.

microvascular

IPA: //ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈvæs.kjʊ.lər//

KK: /maɪkroʊˈvæskjʊlər/

adjective

Definition: Relating to very small blood vessels in the body.

Example: The doctor explained how microvascular damage can affect overall health.

microvillar

IPA: //ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈvɪ.lər//

KK: /maɪkroʊˈvɪlər/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a small, finger-like projection found on the surface of certain cells, which increases the surface area for absorption or secretion.

Example: The microvillar structure of the intestinal cells helps in nutrient absorption.

microvillus

IPA: //ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈvɪl.əs//

KK: /maɪkroʊˈvɪləs/

noun

Definition: These are tiny, hair-like structures that stick out from the surface of some cells, particularly in the small intestine, helping with absorption and increasing surface area.

Example: The microvilli on the intestinal cells help to absorb nutrients more efficiently.

microvolt

IPA: /ˈmaɪ.kroʊ.voʊlt/

KK: /ˈmaɪkroʊvoʊlt/

noun

Definition: A very small unit of electric potential that is one millionth of a volt.

Example: The sensor operates at a sensitivity of just a few microvolts.

microwavable

IPA: /ˌmaɪkroʊˈweɪbəl/

KK: /maɪkroʊˈweɪbəl/

adjective

Definition: Describes food or containers that can be safely cooked or heated in a microwave oven.

Example: This dish is microwavable, so you can heat it up quickly in the microwave.

microwave

IPA: /ˈmaɪkroʊweɪv/

KK: /ˈmaɪkroʊweɪv/

noun

Definition: A kitchen appliance that uses electromagnetic waves to heat and cook food quickly.

Example: I used the microwave to heat up my leftovers for lunch.

transitive verb

Definition: To cook or heat food using a microwave oven.

Example: I will microwave the leftovers for dinner.

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