IPA: /ˈpɛn.toʊs/
KK: /ˈpɛnˌtoʊs/
Definition: A type of simple sugar that has five carbon atoms in its structure, including sugars like ribose.
Example: Ribose is an important pentose sugar found in RNA.
IPA: //ˈpɛntaɪˌsaɪd//
KK: /pɛnˈtɒksaɪd/
Definition: A chemical compound that consists of five oxygen atoms bonded to another element or group.
Example: Pentoxide is often used in various chemical reactions and processes.
IPA: /pɛnˈʌltɪmətli/
KK: /pɛnˈʌltɪmətli/
Definition: Referring to the second to last item in a sequence or list.
Example: In the penultimate chapter of the book, the main character faces a crucial decision.
IPA: /pəˈnʌmbrə/
KK: /pəˈnʌmbrə/
Definition: A partial shadow that occurs during an eclipse, where there is a mix of light and dark, or an area where something exists to a lesser degree.
Example: During the solar eclipse, the moon created a penumbra that cast a partial shadow on the Earth.
IPA: /pəˈnʌmbrəl/
KK: /pəˈnʌm brəl/
Definition: Relating to the outer part of a shadow, especially during an eclipse, where the light is partially blocked.
Example: During the lunar eclipse, the moon passed through the penumbral shadow, creating a subtle shading effect.
IPA: /pəˈnjʊəriəs/
KK: /pəˈnʊr.i.əs/
Definition: Describing someone who is very poor or unwilling to spend money; often associated with extreme frugality or stinginess.
Example: Despite his wealth, he was known for his penurious habits, rarely spending on anything unnecessary.
IPA: /pəˈnjʊəriəsli/
KK: /pəˈnʊrɪəsli/
Definition: In a way that shows extreme poverty or lack of resources.
Example: He lived penuriously, always counting every penny and avoiding unnecessary expenses.
IPA: /pəˈnjʊəriəsnəs/
KK: /pəˈnʊr.i.əs.nəs/
Definition: The state of being very poor or stingy, often characterized by extreme frugality or unwillingness to spend money.
Example: His penuriousness made it difficult for him to enjoy life, as he always worried about spending even a little money.
IPA: /ˈpɛn.jʊ.ri/
KK: /ˈpɛn.jʊ.ri/
Definition: A state of extreme poverty or lack of resources, especially money.
Example: After losing his job, he found himself living in penury.
IPA: /ˈpiːɒn/
KK: /ˈpiːɒn/
Definition: A person who does low-level or unskilled work, often in a labor-intensive job, and may be bound to serve a landlord or employer.
Example: The company hired several peons to help with the manual labor on the construction site.
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