IPA: /pəˈluːtɪv/
KK: /pəˈluːtɪv/
Definition: Something that causes harm to the environment by introducing pollutants.
Example: The factory was fined for its pollutive practices that harmed the local river.
IPA: /ˈpɒliˌbæɡ/
KK: /ˈpɑliˌbæɡ/
Definition: A type of plastic bag that is used to hold and package several items together, often used for small publications that might otherwise be loose in a newspaper or magazine.
Example: The newspaper included a polybag to keep the special supplements together.
IPA: /ˈpɒliˌbæɡd/
KK: /ˈpɑliˌbægd/
Definition: Describing items that are packaged together in a plastic bag, often used for storage or sale.
Example: The toys were polybagged to keep them organized and protected.
IPA: //ˌpɒlɪˈstaɪriːn//
KK: /pɑːlɪˈstaɪriːn/
Definition: A type of plastic that is hard and can be shaped into different forms, often used for making containers, insulation, and packaging materials.
Example: The cups were made of polystyrene, making them lightweight and easy to carry.
IPA: //ˈpɒlɪθiːn//
KK: /ˈpɒlɪθiːn/
Definition: A type of plastic that is used for making bags, containers, and other items.
Example: The grocery store uses polythene bags for packaging.
IPA: /pɒnd/
KK: /pɑnd/
Definition: A small area of water that is usually shallow and smaller than a lake.
Example: The children played by the pond, skipping stones across the water.
Definition: To create a small body of water by blocking or collecting water.
Example: They decided to pond the area to create a habitat for local wildlife.
IPA: /ˈpɒndɪŋ/
KK: /pɑndɪŋ/
Definition: The buildup of water in low areas that stays there for a long time after it rains, especially when the ground is dry enough to absorb it.
Example: After the heavy rain, there was significant ponding in the fields, making it difficult for farmers to work.
Definition: To create or form a pond, which is a small body of still water.
Example: The workers are ponding the area to create a new habitat for wildlife.
IPA: /ˌpɒp.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/
KK: /pɑˈpjuːleɪʃən/
Definition: The total number of people living in a certain area or the group of individuals of the same species in a specific environment.
Example: The population of the city has grown significantly over the last decade.
IPA: //ˌpoʊstkənˈsjuːmər//
KK: /ˈpoʊstkənˌsjuːmər/
Definition: Relating to products that have been used by consumers and then recycled for reuse.
Example: The company produces paper from postconsumer waste to help reduce environmental impact.
IPA: /pəˈtɒb.ɪl.ɪ.ti/
KK: /pəˈtɑːbɪlɪti/
Definition: The quality of water or other liquids that makes them safe to drink.
Example: The potability of the water in this area has been tested and found to be safe.
...