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Topic: Common Errors

nonword

IPA: //ˈnɒnˌwɜrd//

KK: /nɑnˈwɜrd/

noun

Definition: A term that does not have a meaning or is not recognized as a valid word in the language.

Example: The teacher explained that 'blorpt' is a nonword and has no meaning in English.

nor

IPA: /nɔːr/

KK: /nɔr/

conjunction

Definition: A word used to connect two negative statements or clauses, indicating that neither of the options is true or applicable.

Example: She neither called nor texted me about the meeting.

noun

Definition: A type of logic circuit that gives a true output only when both inputs are false, opposite to an OR circuit.

Example: The engineer designed a nor gate for the digital circuit.

normal

IPA: /ˈnɔːr.məl/

KK: /ˈnɔrml/

adjective

Definition: Being usual, typical, or expected; not unusual or different from what is considered standard or average.

Example: It's normal to feel nervous before a big presentation.

noun

Definition: The usual or expected state or condition of something, often considered as a standard or average.

Example: In a normal situation, everyone would be able to attend the meeting.

normally

IPA: /ˈnɔː.mə.li/

KK: /ˈnɔr.mə.li/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is usual or expected; typically.

Example: I normally wake up at 7 AM every day.

not

IPA: /nɒt/

KK: /nɑt/

adverb

Definition: This word is used to express negation or denial, indicating that something is not true or does not happen.

Example: I do not like broccoli.

noun

Definition: A word used in logic to indicate the opposite of a statement or condition.

Example: In logic, the statement 'not A' means that A is false.

notch

IPA: /nɒtʃ/

KK: /nɑtʃ/

noun

Definition: A small cut or indentation, often V-shaped, made in a surface, or a level or degree of something.

Example: He made a notch in the tree to mark the height of the water.

transitive verb

Definition: To cut a small indentation or mark into a surface, or to achieve a certain score or level.

Example: He notched his belt after losing weight.

notchy

IPA: /ˈnɒtʃi/

KK: /nɑtʃi/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has small cuts or indentations along its surface.

Example: The notchy design of the tool made it easier to grip.

noteless

IPA: /ˈnoʊt.ləs/

KK: /ˈnoʊt.ləs/

adjective

Definition: Something that does not attract attention or is not easily seen or recognized.

Example: The noteless background allowed the main subject to stand out in the photograph.

notice

IPA: /ˈnoʊtɪs/

KK: /ˈnoʊtɪs/

noun

Definition: A written or printed announcement or message that provides information or warns about something.

Example: The school posted a notice about the upcoming parent-teacher meeting.

transitive verb

Definition: To become aware of something or to see it, often for the first time.

Example: I noticed a small mistake in the report after I submitted it.

noticeable

IPA: /ˈnoʊtɪsəbl/

KK: /ˈnoʊtɪsəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that can be easily seen or observed; it stands out and is significant.

Example: The difference in color between the two paints is very noticeable.

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