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buret

IPA: /bjuˈrɛt/

KK: /bjuˈrɛt/

noun

Definition: A laboratory glassware used for dispensing precise amounts of liquid, typically in titration experiments.

Example: The chemist carefully filled the buret with the solution for the experiment.

burette

IPA: /bjuˈrɛt/

KK: /bjuˈrɛt/

noun

Definition: A glass tube used in laboratories to measure and dispense precise amounts of liquid, featuring a stopcock at the bottom to control the flow.

Example: The chemist carefully filled the burette with the solution for the titration experiment.

burgeon

IPA: /ˈbɜːrdʒən/

KK: /ˈbɜrʤən/

intransitive verb

Definition: To start to grow or develop quickly, often in a way that is vigorous or abundant.

Example: The plants began to burgeon in the warm spring weather.

burgeoning

IPA: /ˈbɜːrdʒənɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbɜrʤənɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Something that is growing or developing quickly.

Example: The burgeoning technology sector is creating many new jobs.

noun

Definition: A new growth or development of something, often referring to plants or ideas that are starting to grow or expand.

Example: The burgeoning of new businesses in the area has created many job opportunities.

verb

Definition: To grow or develop quickly and suddenly.

Example: The startup is burgeoning, attracting more investors every month.

burger

IPA: //ˈbɜːrɡər//

KK: /ˈbɜrɡər/

noun

Definition: A type of sandwich made with a bun and a cooked meat patty, usually beef, along with various toppings like cheese, lettuce, and sauces.

Example: I ordered a cheeseburger with extra pickles and fries.

burglar

IPA: /ˈbɜːrɡlər/

KK: /ˈbɜrɡlər/

noun

Definition: A person who illegally enters a building with the intention of stealing something.

Example: The burglar was caught trying to break into the house at night.

burglarious

IPA: //ˈbɜːɡlərɪəs//

KK: /ˈbɜrɡlərɪəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the crime of breaking into a building to commit theft.

Example: The police are investigating a series of burglarious activities in the neighborhood.

burglarize

IPA: //ˈbɜːrɡləraɪz//

KK: /ˈbɜrɡləˌraɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To illegally enter a building with the intent to commit a crime, usually theft.

Example: The police arrested him for trying to burglarize a house in the neighborhood.

transitive verb

Definition: To illegally enter a building with the intention of stealing something.

Example: The police caught the man trying to burglarize a house in the neighborhood.

burglary

IPA: /ˈbɜːɡləri/

KK: /ˈbɜrɡləri/

noun

Definition: The act of entering a building or property without permission, usually to steal something.

Example: The police arrested him for burglary after they found him inside the house.

burlesque

IPA: /bɜːrˈlɛsk/

KK: /bɜrˈlɛsk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To perform in a style that exaggerates or mocks something, often in a humorous way.

Example: The actor decided to burlesque the famous scene from the movie, making everyone laugh.

noun

Definition: A type of performance or work that humorously imitates or mocks something, often using exaggeration or comedy. It can also refer to a variety show with comedy and dance.

Example: The burlesque show was filled with laughter and entertaining performances.

transitive verb

Definition: To imitate someone or something in a funny or mocking way.

Example: The comedian burlesqued the famous actor during the show, making everyone laugh.

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