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Topic: Environment

streetscape

IPA: /ˈstriːtsk.eɪp/

KK: /ˈstritskeɪp/

noun

Definition: A visual representation or depiction of a street and its surroundings, often used in art or urban planning.

Example: The artist created a beautiful streetscape that captured the essence of the bustling city.

subaerial

IPA: /səˈbɛr.i.əl/

KK: /səˈbɛr.i.əl/

adjective

Definition: Referring to something that is located or happening on or near the surface of the Earth.

Example: The subaerial environment is crucial for many types of plants and animals.

subalpine

IPA: /səˈbæl.paɪn/

KK: /səˈbæl.paɪn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to areas that are located just below the tree line in mountainous regions, especially near the Alps.

Example: The subalpine zone is home to unique plant species that thrive in cooler temperatures.

subantarctic

IPA: //sʌbˈæntɑrk.tɪk//

KK: /sʌbˈæntɑrkɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to areas that are located just north of the Antarctic Circle, typically characterized by cold climates and unique ecosystems.

Example: The subantarctic islands are home to many unique species of wildlife.

subarctic

IPA: /səˈbɑrk.tɪk/

KK: /səˈbɑrk.tɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to areas that are located just south of the Arctic Circle, often characterized by cold temperatures and specific climate conditions.

Example: The subarctic region experiences long winters and short summers.

subarid

IPA: /səˈbærɪd/

KK: /səˈbærɪd/

adjective

Definition: Somewhat dry, having less moisture than normal but not completely dry.

Example: The subarid region supports a unique variety of plants that can survive with limited water.

subatmospheric

IPA: /ˌsʌb.æt.məˈsfɛr.ɪk/

KK: /sʌbˌæt.məˈsfɛr.ɪk/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a condition or state that has a pressure lower than that of the atmosphere.

Example: The experiment was conducted in a subatmospheric environment to study the effects of low pressure.

subbasin

IPA: //sʌbˈbeɪsɪn//

KK: /sʌbˈbeɪsɪn/

noun

Definition: A smaller area of land that drains into a river or lake, which is part of a larger drainage area.

Example: The subbasin collects rainwater and directs it to the main river.

subhumid

IPA: //sʌbˈhjuːmɪd//

KK: /sʌbˈhjuːmɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having a level of humidity that is characteristic of grasslands or prairies, which is not too dry and not too wet.

Example: The subhumid climate in the region supports a variety of grasses and shrubs.

subirrigate

IPA: /səˈbɪrɪˌɡeɪt/

KK: /səˈbɪrɪˌɡeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To provide water to plants from below the surface of the soil, typically using a system of underground pipes.

Example: Farmers often use subirrigation to ensure that their crops receive enough moisture without overwatering the surface.

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