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Topic: Environment

dampen

IPA: /ˈdæmpən/

KK: /ˈdæmpən/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become slightly wet or moist.

Example: The rain began to dampen the ground.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something less strong or intense, or to make it slightly wet.

Example: The rain began to dampen the ground, making it muddy.

dampness

IPA: /ˈdæmpnəs/

KK: /dæmpnəs/

noun

Definition: The state of being slightly wet or having moisture in the air or on a surface.

Example: The dampness in the air made it feel cooler outside.

daylighting

IPA: /ˈdeɪˌlaɪtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdeɪˌlaɪtɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The use of natural light to brighten indoor areas, making spaces more pleasant and reducing the need for artificial lighting.

Example: The architect designed the building with large windows to maximize daylighting.

verb

Definition: To provide natural light to a space, often by using windows or skylights.

Example: The architect focused on daylighting to make the building more energy-efficient and pleasant.

deacidification

IPA: /diˌæsɪdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /diˌæsɪdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of removing or neutralizing acid from a substance.

Example: Deacidification is important in preserving old books and documents.

deadwood

IPA: /ˈdɛdˌwʊd/

KK: /ˈdɛdˌwʊd/

noun

Definition: Wood that is no longer alive, often found on trees, or branches that have fallen off. It can also refer to unnecessary or burdensome things in various contexts.

Example: The forest was filled with deadwood, making it difficult to walk through.

debris

IPA: /dɪˈbriː/

KK: /dɪˈbri/

noun

Definition: Pieces of broken or destroyed things, often found scattered around.

Example: After the storm, there was debris all over the street.

decarbonize

IPA: /dɪˈkɑːbərnaɪz/

KK: /dɪˈkɑːrbənaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To remove carbon from something, often referring to processes that reduce carbon emissions in various industries.

Example: The company aims to decarbonize its operations by switching to renewable energy sources.

decarbonizer

IPA: /dɪˈkɑːrbənaɪzər/

KK: /dɪˈkɑːrbənaɪzər/

noun

Definition: A device or substance that removes carbon dioxide or carbon from a material or environment.

Example: The new decarbonizer technology helps reduce emissions in factories.

dechlorinate

IPA: //diːˈklɔːrɪneɪt//

KK: /diˈklɔrɪˌneɪt/

verb

Definition: To remove chlorine from a substance or solution.

Example: The water treatment facility works to dechlorinate the water before it is released into the river.

dechlorinating

IPA: /dɪˈklɔːrəˌneɪtɪŋ/

KK: /dɪˈklɔːrəˌneɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of removing chlorine from a substance, often used in water treatment.

Example: The dechlorinating agent improved the quality of the water.

verb

Definition: To remove chlorine from a substance, often used in the context of water treatment to make it safe for use or consumption.

Example: The process of dechlorinating the water is essential before it can be used for irrigation.

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