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Topic: Environment

overcooled

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌkuːld/

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌkuːld/

adjective

Definition: Having been cooled to a temperature that is lower than desired or necessary, often to an excessive degree.

Example: The overcooled room made it uncomfortable for the guests.

overcooling

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌkuːlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌkuːlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: Excessive cooling, particularly when it happens to an engine or other systems, which can lead to problems in performance.

Example: The car's engine suffered from overcooling, causing it to run inefficiently.

overcrowd

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈkraʊd/

KK: /oʊvərˈkraʊd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To gather in a place in such large numbers that it becomes too full or crowded.

Example: The concert hall began to overcrowd as more fans arrived.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a place too full of people or things, causing it to be uncomfortable or difficult to move around.

Example: The concert was so popular that it overcrowded the small venue.

overcrowded

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈkraʊdɪd/

KK: /oʊvərˈkraʊdɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having more people or things in a space than it can comfortably hold.

Example: The train was overcrowded during the rush hour, making it difficult to find a seat.

verb

Definition: To fill a place with too many people or things, making it uncomfortable or difficult to move.

Example: The concert was overcrowded, and many people had to stand outside.

overcrowding

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈkraʊdɪŋ/

KK: /oʊvərˈkraʊdɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The situation when a place has too many people or things in it, making it uncomfortable or unsafe.

Example: The overcrowding in the city led to increased traffic and pollution.

verb

Definition: To fill a space with too many people or things, making it uncomfortable or unsafe.

Example: The concert was so popular that it led to overcrowding in the venue.

overdevelop

IPA: /ˌoʊvərdɪˈvɛlp/

KK: /oʊvərdɪˈvɛlp/

transitive verb

Definition: To develop something too much or beyond what is necessary, often leading to negative effects.

Example: The athlete was careful not to overdevelop his muscles, as it could lead to injury.

overdevelopment

IPA: /ˌoʊvərdɪˈvɛlɪpmənt/

KK: /oʊvərdɪˈvɛlɪpmənt/

noun

Definition: The condition of being developed too much, often leading to negative effects on the environment or society.

Example: The overdevelopment of the area has led to increased pollution and loss of wildlife.

overdry

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈdraɪ/

KK: /oʊvərˈdraɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To remove moisture from something to an excessive degree, making it too dry.

Example: If you leave the clothes in the dryer too long, they may overdry and become stiff.

overexploit

IPA: /ˌoʊvərɪkˈsplɔɪt/

KK: /oʊvərɪkˈsplɔɪt/

verb

Definition: To use something too much or in a way that is harmful, often referring to natural resources or environments.

Example: If we continue to overexploit the forests, we will lose many species of plants and animals.

overfertilize

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈfɜr.tɪ.laɪz/

KK: /oʊvərˈfɜrtəˌlaɪz/

verb

Definition: To give plants more fertilizer than they need, which can harm them.

Example: If you overfertilize your garden, the plants may suffer from nutrient burn.

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