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Topic: Environment

thermohaline

IPA: /θɜːrmoʊˈheɪlaɪn/

KK: /θɜrmoʊˈheɪlaɪn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the combined effects of temperature and saltiness in water, often used in oceanography to describe water movement and properties.

Example: The thermohaline circulation plays a crucial role in regulating the Earth's climate.

thermospheric

IPA: //ˌθɜːrməˈsfɛrɪk//

KK: /ˈθɜrməˌsfɛrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the thermosphere, which is a layer of the Earth's atmosphere located above the mesosphere and characterized by high temperatures and low density.

Example: The thermospheric region of the atmosphere is crucial for satellite communication.

throwaway

IPA: /ˈθroʊəˌweɪ/

KK: /ˈθroʊəˌweɪ/

adjective

Definition: Something that is meant to be used once and then thrown away, often because it is not valuable or important.

Example: Many companies use throwaway packaging to reduce costs.

noun

Definition: An item that is intended to be thrown away after use, often something that is not meant to be kept or reused.

Example: The restaurant provided throwaway containers for takeout food.

tideland

IPA: /ˈtaɪd.lænd/

KK: /ˈtaɪdˌlænd/

noun

Definition: Land that is covered by water at high tide and exposed at low tide, often found along coastlines.

Example: The children played on the tideland when the water receded, discovering shells and small fish.

tideline

IPA: /ˈtaɪˌdaɪn/

KK: /ˈtaɪˌdaɪn/

noun

Definition: A line along the shore where the water meets the land, often marked by debris or seaweed left by the tide.

Example: After the storm, the tideline was covered with seaweed and shells.

tidewater

IPA: /ˈtaɪdˌwɔːtə/

KK: /ˈtaɪdˌwɔːtər/

noun

Definition: Low coastal land that is influenced by the rise and fall of the tides, often characterized by water that flows in and out with the tides.

Example: The tidewater region is known for its rich biodiversity and unique ecosystems.

tideway

IPA: /ˈtaɪdweɪ/

KK: /ˈtaɪdweɪ/

noun

Definition: A narrow waterway where the flow of water is influenced by the rise and fall of tides.

Example: The boat navigated through the tideway as the water level changed with the tide.

timber

IPA: /ˈtɪmbər/

KK: /ˈtɪmbər/

noun

Definition: Wood that is prepared for use in building or carpentry, often in the form of beams or planks.

Example: The carpenter selected high-quality timber for the new house.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide support or structure using wooden beams or logs.

Example: The workers will timber the mine shaft to ensure it is safe.

timberhead

IPA: /ˈtɪmbərˌhɛd/

KK: /ˈtɪmbərˌhɛd/

noun

Definition: The upper part of a timber that sticks out above a deck, often used for securing ropes or as a support.

Example: The crew tied the ropes to the timberhead to secure the ship at the dock.

timbering

IPA: /ˈtɪmbərɪŋ/

KK: /ˈtɪmbərɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The wood used for building or making structures, or the structures themselves made from wood.

Example: The timbering of the house was done with high-quality oak.

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