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Topic: Animals

scavenge

IPA: /ˈskæv.ɪndʒ/

KK: /ˈskævɪndʒ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To search for and collect items that are discarded or no longer wanted, often from waste or dead things.

Example: The birds scavenge for food in the garbage bins.

transitive verb

Definition: To search for and collect useful items or materials from discarded or unwanted things.

Example: The children went to the beach to scavenge for interesting shells and stones.

scavenger

IPA: /ˈskæv.ɪn.dʒər/

KK: /ˈskævɪndʒər/

noun

Definition: A person or animal that searches for and collects things that are discarded or dead, often for food or useful materials.

Example: The scavenger bird searched for food among the trash.

schipperke

IPA: /ˈʃɪpərki/

KK: /ˈʃɪpərki/

noun

Definition: A small, sturdy dog breed from Belgium, known for its thick black fur and pointed ears.

Example: The schipperke is known for its playful and energetic personality.

schnauzer

IPA: //ˈʃnaʊzər//

KK: /ˈʃnaʊzər/

noun

Definition: A type of dog that comes in three breeds, known for its wiry coat, pointed ears, and distinctive muzzle with whiskers.

Example: My friend has a schnauzer that loves to play fetch in the park.

sciaenid

IPA: /ˈskaɪənɪd/

KK: /ˈskaɪənɪd/

noun

Definition: A type of fish that belongs to a family known for their ability to produce sound, often found in various waters.

Example: The sciaenid is known for its distinctive sounds, which can be heard during mating season.

scincoid

IPA: /ˈsɪŋkɔɪd/

KK: /ˈsɪŋkɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a family of lizards known as skinks, which are characterized by their smooth, shiny scales and elongated bodies.

Example: The scincoid lizard is known for its unique appearance and behavior.

sciurid

IPA: /ˈskaɪərɪd/

KK: /ˈskaɪərɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a family of rodents that includes squirrels and similar animals.

Example: The sciurid species are known for their bushy tails and agile movements.

noun

Definition: A type of rodent that belongs to the family Sciuridae, which includes squirrels, chipmunks, and marmots.

Example: The park is home to many sciurids, including both tree squirrels and ground squirrels.

sciurine

IPA: /ˈsaɪ.jʊr.aɪn/

KK: /ˈsaɪ.jʊr.aɪn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of squirrels.

Example: The sciurine species are known for their bushy tails and agile movements.

sciuroid

IPA: /ˈsɪʊrɔɪd/

KK: /ˈsɪuːrɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that looks like or is similar to a squirrel's tail, often used for branches that are thick and close together or for certain types of grass spikes.

Example: The sciuroid branches of the tree created a dense canopy overhead.

scolopendra

IPA: /ˌskoʊləˈpɛndrə/

KK: /skəˈlɒp.ən.drə/

noun

Definition: A type of long, many-legged creature that is similar to a centipede or millipede, often found in warm environments.

Example: The scolopendra crawled across the forest floor, its many legs moving swiftly.

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