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zinc

IPA: /zɪŋk/

KK: /zɪŋk/

noun

Definition: A shiny, bluish-white metal that is used in making alloys and coatings. It is important for both plants and animals as a nutrient.

Example: Zinc is often used to coat steel to prevent rusting.

transitive verb

Definition: To cover or treat something with a protective layer of a metal called zinc, often to prevent rusting.

Example: The workers zinc the metal parts to ensure they last longer in outdoor conditions.

zincic

IPA: /ˈzɪŋkɪk/

KK: /zɪŋkɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or containing the chemical element zinc.

Example: The zincic coating on the metal helps prevent rust.

zircon

IPA: /ˈzɜːrkən/

KK: /ˈzɜrkən/

noun

Definition: A type of mineral that can be colorless or brown and is often used as a gemstone after being cut and polished.

Example: She wore a beautiful ring with a sparkling zircon stone.

zirconia

IPA: /zɜːrˈkoʊniə/

KK: /zɜrˈkoʊniə/

noun

Definition: A white crystalline material made from zirconium oxide, often used as a diamond substitute in jewelry and in various industrial applications.

Example: The ring was set with a sparkling cubic zirconia that looked just like a real diamond.

zirconium

IPA: //zɜːrˈkoʊniəm//

KK: /zɜrˈkoʊniəm/

noun

Definition: A shiny, grayish-white metal that is strong and can be shaped easily. It is mainly used in making ceramics, alloys, and in nuclear reactors because it resists corrosion well.

Example: Zirconium is often used in the production of high-performance ceramics.

zonation

IPA: //zoʊˈneɪʃən//

KK: /zoʊˈneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The way in which different areas or regions are organized or arranged, especially in relation to the distribution of plants, animals, or other features in specific zones.

Example: The zonation of the forest shows how different species thrive in various environments.

zone

IPA: /zoʊn/

KK: /zoʊn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to areas that are divided into sections or zones, often used in contexts like sports or geography.

Example: The team used a zone defense to protect their goal during the match.

noun

Definition: A specific area or section that is set apart for a particular purpose or activity, such as a part of a city designated for homes or businesses.

Example: The city council decided to create a new residential zone to accommodate more families.

transitive verb

Definition: To divide an area into different sections or regions for specific purposes.

Example: The city plans to zone the new development for residential use.

zoning

IPA: /ˈzoʊnɪŋ/

KK: /ˈzoʊnɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of dividing land into different areas for specific uses, such as residential, commercial, or industrial, to control how property can be developed and used.

Example: The city council is discussing new zoning laws to improve urban planning.

verb

Definition: To divide an area into sections for different purposes, such as residential, commercial, or industrial use.

Example: The city is zoning the new development area to ensure it meets community needs.

zoogenic

IPA: //zoʊəˈdʒɛnɪk//

KK: /zoʊəˈdʒɛnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or produced by animals.

Example: The zoo has a zoogenic exhibit that showcases animal habitats.

zoogeny

IPA: //zoʊˈoʊdʒəni//

KK: /zō-ˈä-jə-nē/

noun

Definition: The study or theory of the development and formation of animals.

Example: Zoogeny explores how different species of animals evolve and develop over time.

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