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Topic: Environment

xerophilous

IPA: /zɪəˈrɒfɪləs/

KK: /zɪəˈrɒfɪləs/

adjective

Definition: Able to grow or survive in very dry and hot conditions.

Example: Cacti are xerophilous plants that thrive in deserts.

xerophytic

IPA: //zɪəˈrɒfɪtɪk//

KK: /zɪəˈrɒfɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to plants that can survive in very dry conditions, often found in deserts or arid environments.

Example: Cacti are xerophytic plants that thrive in hot, dry climates.

noun

Definition: A type of plant that is adapted to survive in dry environments with little water.

Example: Cacti are examples of xerophytic plants that thrive in deserts.

xerosere

IPA: /ˈzɛrəˌsɛr/

KK: /zɛrəˌsɛr/

noun

Definition: A series of plant and animal communities that develop in a dry environment over time.

Example: The xerosere is an important concept in understanding how ecosystems evolve in arid regions.

xerothermic

IPA: //zɪəˈrɒθəˌmɪk//

KK: /zɪrˈoʊθɜrmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing plants or animals that thrive in hot and dry conditions.

Example: Cacti are xerothermic plants that can survive in desert environments.

zonal

IPA: /ˈzoʊnəl/

KK: /ˈzoʊnəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or divided into specific areas or zones.

Example: The city has zonal regulations that dictate how land can be used in different areas.

zonally

IPA: /ˈzoʊnəli/

KK: /ˈzoʊnəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to specific areas or regions.

Example: The climate varies zonally across the continent, affecting different regions differently.

zonation

IPA: //zoʊˈneɪʃən//

KK: /zoʊˈneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The way in which different areas or regions are organized or arranged, especially in relation to the distribution of plants, animals, or other features in specific zones.

Example: The zonation of the forest shows how different species thrive in various environments.

zone

IPA: /zoʊn/

KK: /zoʊn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to areas that are divided into sections or zones, often used in contexts like sports or geography.

Example: The team used a zone defense to protect their goal during the match.

noun

Definition: A specific area or section that is set apart for a particular purpose or activity, such as a part of a city designated for homes or businesses.

Example: The city council decided to create a new residential zone to accommodate more families.

transitive verb

Definition: To divide an area into different sections or regions for specific purposes.

Example: The city plans to zone the new development for residential use.

zoning

IPA: /ˈzoʊnɪŋ/

KK: /ˈzoʊnɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of dividing land into different areas for specific uses, such as residential, commercial, or industrial, to control how property can be developed and used.

Example: The city council is discussing new zoning laws to improve urban planning.

verb

Definition: To divide an area into sections for different purposes, such as residential, commercial, or industrial use.

Example: The city is zoning the new development area to ensure it meets community needs.

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