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Topic: Environment

environmental

IPA: /ˌɛnvaɪrənˈmɛn.təl/

KK: /ˌɛnvaɪrənˈmɛntəl/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is connected to the natural world and the effects that human activities have on it.

Example: Many companies are now focusing on environmental sustainability to reduce their impact on the planet.

environs

IPA: /ɪnˈvaɪrənz/

KK: /ɪnˈvaɪrənz/

noun

Definition: The areas or regions surrounding a particular place, especially a city or town.

Example: The park is located in the beautiful environs of the city.

epicontinental

IPA: /ˌɛpɪˈkɒntɪnəl/

KK: /ˌɛpɪˈkɒntɪnɛl/

adjective

Definition: Referring to areas that are situated on or above a continental shelf, typically in relation to the sea or ocean.

Example: The epicontinental seas are important for marine biodiversity.

epiphytotic

IPA: /ˌɛpɪfaɪˈtɒtɪk/

KK: /ɪˌpɪfɪˈtɑtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a sudden and widespread outbreak of a plant disease that can affect many plants over a large area.

Example: The epiphytotic spread of the disease devastated the local crops.

equatorial

IPA: /ˌiːkwəˈtɔːriəl/

KK: /ɪˈkwɑːtərɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or located at the equator, which is the imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

Example: The equatorial region is known for its warm climate and diverse wildlife.

noun

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available

equatorward

IPA: //ɪˈkweɪtəwərd//

KK: /ɪˈkwetərˌwɔrd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or situated in the direction of the equator.

Example: The climate becomes warmer as you travel equatorward.

adverb

Definition: In the direction of the equator or closer to the equator.

Example: The winds blew equatorward, bringing warmer temperatures.

equilibrium

IPA: /ˌiːkwɪˈlɪbriəm/

KK: /ˌiːkwɪˈlɪbriəm/

noun

Definition: A state where different forces or influences are balanced, leading to stability and no change over time.

Example: The ecosystem is in a state of equilibrium, where all species coexist without overpopulation.

eroded

IPA: /ɪˈroʊdɪd/

KK: /ɪˈroʊdɪd/

adjective

Definition: Worn down or worn away, often due to natural processes like wind or water.

Example: The cliffs have become eroded over time due to the constant waves hitting them.

verb

Definition: To gradually wear away or remove material from a surface, often due to natural forces like water or wind.

Example: The constant rain eroded the soil on the hillside, causing landslides.

erodible

IPA: /ɪˈroʊdəbl/

KK: /ɪˈroʊdəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be worn away or removed by natural forces like water or wind.

Example: The soil in this area is highly erodible, making it vulnerable to erosion during heavy rains.

erosion

IPA: /ɪˈroʊʒən/

KK: /ɪˈroʊʒən/

noun

Definition: The process by which soil, rock, or other materials are worn away and removed from one location to another, often caused by wind, water, or ice.

Example: The erosion of the coastline has become a serious environmental issue.

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