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Topic: Environment

extinct

IPA: /ɪkˈstɪŋkt/

KK: /ɪkˈstɪŋkt/

adjective

Definition: No longer existing, living, or in use; something that has completely disappeared or is no longer active.

Example: The dodo is an extinct bird that once lived on the island of Mauritius.

extinction

IPA: /ɪkˈstɪŋkʃən/

KK: /ɪkˈstɪŋkʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of a species, group, or type of organism ceasing to exist or being completely wiped out.

Example: Many species are at risk of extinction due to habitat loss and climate change.

extinctive

IPA: /ɪkˈstɪŋktɪv/

KK: /ɪkˈstɪŋktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Having the quality of causing something to become extinct or to cease to exist.

Example: The extinctive forces of climate change are threatening many species.

extinguish

IPA: /ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃ/

KK: /ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃ/

transitive verb

Definition: To put out a fire or light; to make something stop burning or shining.

Example: The firefighters worked hard to extinguish the flames.

extinguishable

IPA: /ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃəbl/

KK: /ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃəbl/

adjective

Definition: Capable of being put out or stopped, especially in reference to fire or light.

Example: The campfire is extinguishable with water.

extinguished

IPA: /ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃt/

KK: /ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃt/

adjective

Definition: Referring to something that has been completely put out or eliminated, such as a fire or a feeling.

Example: The campfire was extinguished before we left the site.

verb

Definition: To put out a fire or light; to make something stop burning or shining.

Example: The firefighters extinguished the flames quickly.

extirpation

IPA: /ɛkˈstɜːrpeɪʃən/

KK: /ɛkˈstɜrpeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of completely removing or destroying something, especially a plant or a disease.

Example: The extirpation of invasive species is crucial for protecting native ecosystems.

extractive

IPA: /ɪkˈstræktɪv/

KK: /ɪkˈstræktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of taking something out, especially natural resources, often without replacing what is taken.

Example: The extractive industries often have a significant impact on the environment.

noun

Definition: A substance or material that can be removed or taken out from a larger source, often used in contexts like mining or resource extraction.

Example: The extractive from the plant was used to create a natural remedy.

exurb

IPA: /ˈɛkˌzɜrb/

KK: /ˈɛkˌsɜrb/

noun

Definition: An area located outside the suburbs of a city, often characterized by wealthier residents and larger homes.

Example: Many families are moving to the exurb for a quieter lifestyle away from the city.

exurban

IPA: /ɛkˈzɜːrbən/

KK: /ɛkˈzɜrbən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to areas that are located outside of a city but still close enough to be influenced by it, often characterized by residential communities and open spaces.

Example: Many families are moving to exurban areas to enjoy a quieter lifestyle while still being near the city.

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