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Topic: Animals

gallinaceous

IPA: /ˌɡælɪˈneɪʃəs/

KK: /gælɪˈneɪʃəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a group of heavy-bodied birds that includes chickens, turkeys, and pheasants.

Example: The farmer raised several gallinaceous birds on his farm, including chickens and turkeys.

gallinipper

IPA: /ˌɡælɪˈnɪpər/

KK: /gæləˈnɪpər/

noun

Definition: A type of large insect, often a mosquito, that can bite and cause pain.

Example: The gallinipper buzzed around the picnic, making everyone wary of its painful bite.

gallinule

IPA: /ˈɡælɪˌnuːl/

KK: /ˈgælɪˌnuːl/

noun

Definition: A type of bird that lives in wet areas, known for its dark shiny feathers and a red bill with a yellow tip.

Example: We spotted a gallinule swimming gracefully in the marsh.

gallop

IPA: /ˈɡæl.əp/

KK: /ˈgæl.əp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To run or move quickly, especially in a way that resembles the fast movement of a horse.

Example: The horse began to gallop across the field.

noun

Definition: A fast running movement of a horse or similar animal, where all four feet leave the ground at the same time during each stride.

Example: The horse moved forward at a gallop, its hooves pounding the ground.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a horse or similar animal run fast in a way that is characteristic of galloping, often used to describe the action of riding or controlling the animal.

Example: She galloped her horse across the field during the race.

galloping

IPA: /ˈɡæl.ə.pɪŋ/

KK: /ˈgæl.ə.pɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is moving or developing very quickly, often in a way that resembles a fast run.

Example: The galloping horse raced across the field.

galloway

IPA: /ˈɡæl.ə.weɪ/

KK: /ˈgæl.ə.weɪ/

noun

Definition: A type of small horse or a breed of medium-sized black cattle that comes from southwestern Scotland.

Example: The farmer raised Galloway cattle for their high-quality beef.

gally

IPA: //ˈɡæli//

KK: /ˈgæli/

noun

Definition: A type of boat or ship that is propelled by oars or sails, often used in ancient times for warfare or trade.

Example: The ancient gally sailed across the sea, powered by its rowers.

galumph

IPA: /ɡəˈlʌmf/

KK: /gəˈləmf/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move in a clumsy or heavy way, often making a lot of noise while doing so.

Example: The dog galumphed across the yard, chasing after the ball.

gambol

IPA: /ˈɡæm.bəl/

KK: /ˈɡæm.bəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move around in a lively and playful way, often by jumping or skipping.

Example: The children love to gambol in the park on sunny days.

noun

Definition: A lively and playful movement, often involving skipping or jumping around.

Example: The children enjoyed a gambol in the sunny park, laughing and playing together.

gambusia

IPA: /ɡæmˈbjuːziə/

KK: /gæmˈbuːziə/

noun

Definition: A type of small fish that gives birth to live young and is known for eating mosquito larvae, often used to help control mosquito populations.

Example: Gambusia are often introduced into ponds to reduce the number of mosquitoes.

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