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Exam: TOEFL

dilute

IPA: /dɪˈluːt/

KK: /dɪˈluːt/

adjective

Definition: Made weaker or less concentrated, often by adding water or another substance.

Example: The chef decided to dilute the sauce with some broth to make it less strong.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a liquid weaker or less strong by adding more liquid, usually water, or to reduce the strength or quality of something.

Example: You can dilute the juice with water to make it less sweet.

dilution

IPA: /dɪˈluːʃən/

KK: /dɪˈluːʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of making something weaker or less concentrated, often by adding a liquid or another substance.

Example: The dilution of the solution made it less effective for the experiment.

dimension

IPA: /dɪˈmɛnʃən/

KK: /dɪˈmɛnʃən/

noun

Definition: A way to measure how big something is, like its width, height, or length. It can also refer to the scope or extent of something, especially when talking about problems or issues.

Example: The artist created a sculpture that explores the dimension of space in a unique way.

transitive verb

Definition: To cut or shape something to specific measurements or sizes.

Example: The artist will dimension the sculpture to fit the space perfectly.

dimensional

IPA: /dɪˈmɛnʃənl/

KK: /dɪˈmɛnʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the size or extent of something in space, often referring to the number of dimensions it has, such as two-dimensional or three-dimensional.

Example: The artist created a stunning three-dimensional sculpture that seemed to come to life.

dimensionally

IPA: /dɪˈmɛnʃənəli/

KK: /dɪˈmɛnʃənəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to dimensions or measurements of space.

Example: The objects were arranged dimensionally to create a balanced composition.

dimer

IPA: //ˈdaɪmər//

KK: /ˈdaɪmər/

noun

Definition: A substance made up of two identical smaller molecules or units that are joined together.

Example: The dimer formed when two monomers reacted together was crucial for the experiment.

dimercaprol

IPA: //daɪˈmɜːr.kə.prɒl//

KK: /dɪˈmɜr.kə.prɒl/

noun

Definition: A clear, colorless liquid used as a treatment for poisoning from certain heavy metals and chemicals.

Example: The doctor administered dimercaprol to counteract the effects of mercury poisoning.

dimeric

IPA: /ˈdaɪmərɪk/

KK: /daɪˈmɛrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a molecule that consists of two identical or similar subunits joined together.

Example: The dimeric structure of the protein allows it to function more effectively in biological processes.

dimerism

IPA: /ˈdaɪmərɪzəm/

KK: /ˈdaɪmərɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A condition in which there are two of each type of floral organ in a plant's structure.

Example: The dimerism in the flower's design allows for a unique arrangement of its petals and stamens.

dimerization

IPA: /ˌdaɪməraɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /daɪˌmɛrɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A chemical process where two smaller molecules, called monomers, combine to form a larger molecule known as a dimer.

Example: The dimerization of the two compounds resulted in a new substance with different properties.

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