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Topic: Environment

burnable

IPA: /ˈbɜrnəbl/

KK: /ˈbɜrnəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to catch fire and burn easily.

Example: The dry leaves are highly burnable and should be disposed of carefully.

busheling

IPA: /ˈbʌʃlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbʌʃlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of heating scrap iron and shaping it into a solid block in a furnace, often used in metalworking.

Example: The factory specializes in busheling to create high-quality iron blocks.

bushfire

IPA: /ˈbʊʃfaɪə/

KK: /ˈbʊʃfaɪər/

noun

Definition: A large fire that burns in the bush or forest, often spreading quickly and causing damage.

Example: The bushfire spread rapidly, forcing residents to evacuate their homes.

bushland

IPA: /ˈbʊʃ.lænd/

KK: /ˈbʊʃlænd/

noun

Definition: An area of land that is covered with low shrubs and trees, often found in dry regions.

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

bushveld

IPA: /ˈbʊʃ.vɛld/

KK: /bʊʃvɛld/

noun

Definition: A type of land in southern Africa that is covered with thick bushes and small trees, often with grass growing in between.

Example: The safari took us through the bushveld, where we saw many wild animals.

bycatch

IPA: /ˈbaɪˌkætʃ/

KK: /ˈbaɪˌkæʧ/

noun

Definition: The part of a fishing catch that includes fish or other sea creatures that are caught accidentally and are not the main target of the fishing effort.

Example: The fishermen were concerned about the high levels of bycatch in their nets, as it included many unwanted species.

verb

Definition: To catch fish or other marine animals unintentionally while trying to catch a different species.

Example: Many dolphins are caught as bycatch when fishermen are trying to catch tuna.

byproduct

IPA: /ˈbaɪˌprɒdʌkt/

KK: /ˈbaɪˌprɒdʌkt/

noun

Definition: A secondary result or effect that happens as a result of making something else.

Example: The factory's waste is a byproduct of the manufacturing process.

cadmium

IPA: /ˈkæd.mi.əm/

KK: /ˈkæd.mi.əm/

noun

Definition: A soft, bluish-white metal that is found in some ores and is used in batteries, coatings, and various alloys.

Example: Cadmium is often used in rechargeable batteries due to its ability to hold a charge.

calamite

IPA: /kəˈlæmaɪt/

KK: /kəˈlæmaɪt/

noun

Definition: An extinct type of tree that lived during the Carboniferous period, related to modern horsetails and known for its tall, jointed stems.

Example: The fossilized remains of a calamite were discovered in the coal mine, providing insight into ancient plant life.

campestral

IPA: /kæmˈpɛstrəl/

KK: /kæmˈpɛstrəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to open fields or uncultivated land.

Example: The campestral flowers bloom beautifully in the spring.

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