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Topic: Environment

unwalled

IPA: /ʌnˈwɔld/

KK: /ʌnˈwɔld/

adjective

Definition: Not surrounded by walls; open or exposed.

Example: The unwalled garden allowed the flowers to bloom freely in the sunlight.

unwasted

IPA: /ʌnˈweɪstɪd/

KK: /ʌnˈweɪstɪd/

adjective

Definition: Not used or spent in a way that is unproductive or unnecessary.

Example: The resources were used in an unwasted manner, ensuring efficiency.

upcycle

IPA: /ˈʌpˌsaɪkəl/

KK: /ˈʌpˌsaɪkl/

verb

Definition: To transform old or discarded materials into new products that are of better quality or have more useful features.

Example: She decided to upcycle old furniture instead of throwing it away.

upland

IPA: /ˈʌplənd/

KK: /ˈʌplənd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or situated in a high area of land, often away from the coast or lowlands.

Example: The upland areas are known for their beautiful landscapes and diverse wildlife.

noun

Definition: An area of land that is higher than the surrounding land, often found away from the coast and usually flat or gently sloping.

Example: The hikers enjoyed the beautiful views from the upland region.

uprootal

IPA: /ˈʌpruːtəl/

KK: /ˈʌpruːtəl/

noun

Definition: The action of pulling something out of the ground or removing it completely from its place.

Example: The uprootal of the old tree caused a significant change in the landscape.

upslope

IPA: /ˈʌp.sloʊp/

KK: /ˈʌpˌsloʊp/

adjective

Definition: Moving or situated in a direction that goes up a hill or slope.

Example: The hikers chose the upslope path to reach the summit faster.

adverb

Definition: In a direction that goes up a hill or slope.

Example: The hikers moved upslope to reach the summit of the mountain.

noun

Definition: A surface that rises at an angle, typically found on hills or mountains.

Example: The hikers made their way up the upslope towards the peak.

upstream

IPA: /ˈʌp.striːm/

KK: /ˈʌpˌstrim/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a position or direction that is closer to the source or origin of something, especially in relation to production or manufacturing processes.

Example: The company focuses on upstream activities to enhance its production efficiency.

adverb

Definition: In the direction towards the source of a river or stream.

Example: The kayakers struggled to paddle upstream against the strong current.

uranium

IPA: /juˈreɪniəm/

KK: /jʊˈreɪniəm/

noun

Definition: A heavy, silvery-white metal that is radioactive and toxic. It is used in nuclear energy and weapons and occurs naturally in certain minerals.

Example: Uranium is used as fuel in nuclear power plants.

urban

IPA: /ˈɜː.bən/

KK: /ˈɜr.bən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a city or the lifestyle found in cities.

Example: The urban landscape is filled with tall buildings and busy streets.

urbanest

IPA: //ˈɜːrbənɛst//

KK: /ˈɜːrbənɪst/

adjective

Definition: The highest degree of being related to a city or town, often implying sophistication or elegance.

Example: In the competition for the title of the urbanest city, many factors like culture and infrastructure were considered.

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