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Topic: Animals

ermined

IPA: /ɪrˈmaɪnd/

KK: /ɪrˈmaɪnd/

adjective

Definition: Dressed or decorated with a specific type of fur, often white, resembling the fur of an ermine.

Example: The queen wore an ermined robe during the ceremony, showcasing her royal status.

verb

Definition: To have covered or adorned with ermine, a type of fur, typically used in clothing or decoration.

Example: The royal robe was ermined, showcasing its luxurious appearance.

erne

IPA: /ɜrn/

KK: /ɜrn/

noun

Definition: A type of large sea eagle found in Europe, known for its long wings and distinctive short white tail.

Example: The erne soared gracefully above the cliffs, searching for fish in the sea below.

eskar

IPA: /ˈɛskɑr/

KK: /ˈɛskɑr/

noun

Definition: A type of dry, dead tissue that forms on the surface of a wound, often as a result of a burn or infection.

Example: The doctor examined the eskar on the patient's arm to assess the healing process.

estivate

IPA: /ˈɛstɪveɪt/

KK: /ˈɛstəˌveɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To spend the summer in a dormant or inactive state, often to avoid heat or drought.

Example: Some animals estivate during the hot summer months to conserve energy.

estivation

IPA: /ˌɛstəˈveɪʃən/

KK: /ɛˈstɪveɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A period of dormancy or inactivity that some animals enter during the hot summer months to conserve energy and avoid heat.

Example: Some desert animals go into estivation to survive the extreme heat.

estral

IPA: /ˈɛstrəl/

KK: /ˈɛstrəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the period in which female mammals are sexually receptive and fertile.

Example: The estral cycle in many animals is crucial for reproduction.

estray

IPA: /ɛsˈtreɪ/

KK: /ɛsˈtreɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To wander away from a place or path, often without intention.

Example: The lost dog began to estray from its owner during the walk in the park.

noun

Definition: A stray is an animal, especially a pet, that has wandered away from its home or owner.

Example: The dog was an estray, lost and looking for its owner.

estrous

IPA: /ˈɛstrəs/

KK: /ˈɛstrəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the period in which female mammals are sexually receptive and fertile.

Example: The female dog is in estrous and ready to mate.

estrus

IPA: /ˈɛstrəs/

KK: /ˈɛstrəs/

noun

Definition: A recurring period when female mammals are sexually excited and ready to mate, usually occurring before ovulation.

Example: The female dog is in estrus and will be receptive to male dogs during this time.

ethogram

IPA: /ˈɛθəˌɡræm/

KK: /ˈɛθəˌɡræm/

noun

Definition: A visual record that shows the different behaviors of an animal or species, often used in studies of animal behavior.

Example: The researchers created an ethogram to document the various activities of the monkeys in their natural habitat.

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