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Topic: Environment

riverbed

IPA: /ˈrɪvərˌbɛd/

KK: /ˈrɪvərˌbɛd/

noun

Definition: The ground or area at the bottom of a river, usually covered with water.

Example: The fish swam along the riverbed, searching for food.

riverine

IPA: /ˈrɪvərɪn/

KK: /ˈrɪvərɪn/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is located on or near the banks of a river, or related to rivers.

Example: The riverine ecosystem is home to many unique species of plants and animals.

riverward

IPA: /ˈrɪvərˌwɔrd/

KK: /ˈrɪvərˌwɔrd/

adjective

Definition: In the direction of a river.

Example: The boat sailed riverward, following the current.

adverb

Definition: In the direction of a river.

Example: The boat sailed riverward, following the current.

rockfall

IPA: /ˈrɒk.fɔːl/

KK: /ˈrɑkˌfɔl/

noun

Definition: A situation where rocks fall from a high place, often due to gravity or erosion.

Example: The hikers were warned about the possibility of a rockfall in the area.

rodenticide

IPA: /ˈroʊdəntɪˌsaɪd/

KK: /ˈroʊdəntɪˌsaɪd/

noun

Definition: A chemical that is used to kill or control rodents, such as rats and mice.

Example: Farmers often use rodenticide to protect their crops from being damaged by rodents.

rubble

IPA: /ˈrʌbəl/

KK: /ˈrʌbəl/

noun

Definition: A collection of broken stones or bricks, often found after a building has been destroyed or damaged.

Example: After the earthquake, the streets were filled with rubble from the collapsed buildings.

verb

Definition: To break something down into small pieces or fragments, often as a result of destruction.

Example: The earthquake caused the building to rubble, leaving only debris behind.

ruggedness

IPA: /ˈrʌɡɪdnəs/

KK: /ˈrʌɡɪdnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or condition of being rough, strong, and sturdy, often used to describe landscapes or materials.

Example: The ruggedness of the mountains made them a challenging but beautiful hiking destination.

ruin

IPA: /ˈruːɪn/

KK: /ruɪn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To fall into a state of destruction or disrepair.

Example: The old castle began to ruin after years of neglect.

noun

Definition: A state of complete destruction or the remains of something that has been destroyed, often referring to buildings or structures that are no longer intact.

Example: The ancient ruins of the castle attracted many tourists.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something to be destroyed or to be in a state of disrepair, often beyond repair.

Example: The heavy rain could ruin the picnic plans we made for Saturday.

ruinable

IPA: /ˈruːɪnəbl/

KK: /ˈruːɪnəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be destroyed or damaged beyond repair.

Example: The old building was considered ruinable due to its poor condition.

ruinate

IPA: /ˈruːɪneɪt/

KK: /ˈruːɪneɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been destroyed or severely damaged, often to the point of being unusable or unrecognizable.

Example: The once beautiful building now stands as a ruinate, a shadow of its former glory.

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