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turbulence

IPA: /ˈtɜːr.bjʊ.ləns/

KK: /ˈtɜrbjələns/

noun

Definition: A state of disturbance or disorder in a fluid, often causing irregular motion; it can also refer to a situation of confusion or unrest.

Example: The airplane experienced turbulence during the flight, making it a bumpy ride.

turbulency

IPA: /ˈtɜːrbjʊlənsi/

KK: /tɜrˈbjuːlənsɪ/

noun

Definition: A state of disturbance or disorder, often characterized by irregular motion or agitation, especially in fluids or air.

Example: The plane experienced a lot of turbulency during the storm, making the flight quite uncomfortable.

turbulent

IPA: /ˈtɜːrbjʊlənt/

KK: /ˈtɜrbyələnt/

adjective

Definition: Describing a situation or environment that is chaotic, agitated, or full of unrest and disturbance.

Example: The turbulent weather caused many flight delays at the airport.

turbulently

IPA: /ˈtɜːrbjələntli/

KK: /ˈtɜrbyələntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is chaotic, disorderly, or marked by disturbance.

Example: The plane flew turbulently through the stormy skies, causing the passengers to feel uneasy.

turf

IPA: /tɜːrf/

KK: /tɜrf/

noun

Definition: A layer of soil or grass that covers the ground, often used for lawns or sports fields.

Example: The kids played soccer on the freshly laid turf at the park.

transitive verb

Definition: To cover an area with grass or sod, often used in landscaping or gardening.

Example: They decided to turf the backyard to create a beautiful lawn.

turgidity

IPA: /tɜːˈdʒɪdəti/

KK: /tɜrˈdʒɪdəti/

noun

Definition: The condition of being swollen or firm, often due to the presence of fluid in a plant or tissue.

Example: The turgidity of the plant cells helps them maintain their structure and stand upright.

turgor

IPA: /ˈtɜːrɡər/

KK: /ˈtɜrɡər/

noun

Definition: The condition in which cells are swollen and firm due to the pressure of fluid inside them, which helps maintain their shape and structure.

Example: The turgor of the plant cells helps them stand upright and remain healthy.

turmoil

IPA: /ˈtɜːr.mɔɪl/

KK: /ˈtɜrˌmɔɪl/

noun

Definition: A situation where there is a lot of confusion, excitement, or disorder.

Example: The country was in turmoil after the unexpected election results.

turn

IPA: /tɜrn/

KK: /tɜrn/

noun

Definition: A chance to do something or a change in direction or position.

Example: It's your turn to speak now.

transitive verb

Definition: To change the position or direction of something by rotating it or moving it around a point.

Example: She turned the knob to open the door.

turnout

IPA: /ˈtɜrnˌaʊt/

KK: /ˈtɜrnˌaʊt/

noun

Definition: The amount of something that is produced or the number of people who attend an event.

Example: The turnout for the concert was much higher than expected, with thousands of fans showing up.

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