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Topic: Environment

canalization

IPA: /kəˌnælɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /kəˌnælɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A method or process of creating channels or waterways for the purpose of directing water or other substances.

Example: The canalization of the river helped prevent flooding in the nearby areas.

canopied

IPA: /ˈkænəpɪd/

KK: /ˈkænəpid/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is covered or sheltered by a canopy, which is a structure that provides shade or protection above.

Example: The garden was beautiful, with canopied paths lined with flowers.

canopy

IPA: //ˈkænəpi//

KK: /ˈkænəpi/

noun

Definition: A covering that is often made of cloth or other materials, usually supported by poles, and used to provide shelter or decoration.

Example: The wedding ceremony was held under a beautiful floral canopy.

transitive verb

Definition: To cover something with a structure that provides shelter or shade, similar to a roof or awning.

Example: The trees canopied the picnic area, providing shade from the sun.

canopying

IPA: /ˈkænəpiɪŋ/

KK: /ˈkænəpiɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The activity of moving through the upper layer of a forest, often using a zipline or similar equipment.

Example: Canopying allows adventurers to experience the forest from a unique perspective.

verb

Definition: To cover or provide shelter with a structure or material that hangs over an area, often resembling a roof or a covering.

Example: The children enjoyed canopying the picnic area with colorful fabric.

carbon

IPA: /ˈkɑːbən/

KK: /ˈkɑrbən/

noun

Definition: A chemical element that is found in all living things and many materials, known for its ability to form a wide variety of compounds. It can exist in different forms, such as graphite and diamond, and is essential for life.

Example: Carbon is a key element in organic chemistry and is found in all known life forms.

carbonaceous

IPA: //kɑːrˈbəʊneɪəs//

KK: /kɑrˈboʊneɪəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or containing carbon, often used to describe materials or substances that have a high carbon content.

Example: The carbonaceous material in the soil helps to improve its fertility.

carbonado

IPA: /ˌkɑːrbəˈnɑːdoʊ/

KK: /kɑrbəˈnɑdoʊ/

noun

Definition: A type of dark-colored diamond that is often used in drilling tools and is known for its toughness. It can also refer to a piece of meat that has been scored and grilled.

Example: The jeweler showed me a beautiful carbonado that was perfect for industrial use.

transitive verb

Definition: To score and cook food, especially meat or fish, by cutting it in a specific way before grilling or broiling.

Example: The chef decided to carbonado the steak to enhance its flavor while cooking.

carbonic

IPA: //kɑːˈbɒnɪk//

KK: /kɑrˈbɒnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to carbon or derived from carbonic acid or carbon dioxide.

Example: Carbonic compounds are important in many chemical processes.

carbonization

IPA: /ˌkɑːrbənaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌkɑːrbənaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of converting a substance into carbon or a carbon-containing residue, often through heating in the absence of air.

Example: The carbonization of coal produces coke, which is used in steelmaking.

carbonize

IPA: /ˈkɑːbərnaɪz/

KK: /ˈkɑrbəˌnaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To change a substance that contains carbon into carbon, often by burning it partially.

Example: The scientist decided to carbonize the wood to create charcoal.

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