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Topic: Animals

malemute

IPA: /ˈmæləmjuːt/

KK: /ˈmæləmjuːt/

noun

Definition: A type of large, strong dog originally bred for sledding and working in cold climates, known for its endurance and friendly nature.

Example: The malemute is known for its strength and ability to pull heavy sleds over long distances.

malkin

IPA: /ˈmɔː.kɪn/

KK: /ˈmɔːkɪn/

noun

Definition: A term used to refer to a cat, especially a domestic one, or to describe a woman who is considered lower-class or untidy.

Example: The malkin wandered through the alley, looking for food.

mallard

IPA: //ˈmæl.ərd//

KK: /ˈmæl.ərd/

noun

Definition: A type of wild duck that is commonly found in the northern hemisphere, known for the male's distinctive green head and white-ringed neck. Many domestic ducks are bred from this species.

Example: We saw a mallard swimming gracefully in the pond.

mamateek

IPA: //ˈmæmətiːk//

KK: /mɑːməˈtiːk/

noun

Definition: A type of shelter or dwelling used by the Beothuk people in Newfoundland, resembling a wigwam.

Example: The Beothuk built a mamateek to protect themselves from the harsh weather.

mamba

IPA: //ˈmæmbə//

KK: /ˈmæmbə/

noun

Definition: A type of highly poisonous snake found in tropical Africa, known for its green or black color and dangerous bite.

Example: The mamba is one of the most venomous snakes in the world, and it can be very fast when it strikes.

mammal

IPA: /ˈmæməl/

KK: /ˈmæməl/

noun

Definition: A type of warm-blooded animal that has hair or fur and produces milk to feed its babies.

Example: A dolphin is a mammal that lives in the ocean.

mammalian

IPA: /mæˈmeɪliən/

KK: /mæˈmeɪliən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of mammals, which are warm-blooded animals that have hair or fur and usually give birth to live young.

Example: Humans are classified as mammalian because they have hair and produce milk for their young.

noun

Definition: A type of animal that belongs to the class Mammalia, characterized by having hair or fur and usually giving birth to live young and feeding them with milk.

Example: The dolphin is a fascinating mammalian species that lives in the ocean.

mammalogist

IPA: //ˈmæməˌlɒdʒɪst//

KK: /ˈmæməˌlɑdʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies mammals, including their behavior, biology, and ecology.

Example: The mammalogist conducted research on the endangered species of bats in the region.

mammalogy

IPA: /ˌmæməˈlɑdʒi/

KK: /mæməˈlɑdʒi/

noun

Definition: The study of mammals, including their behavior, physiology, and classification.

Example: She decided to pursue a degree in mammalogy to learn more about different species of mammals.

mammate

IPA: //ˈmæmeɪt//

KK: /ˈmæmeɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has breasts or mammary glands.

Example: The female mammate species are known for their nurturing behavior.

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