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Topic: Environment

freshet

IPA: /ˈfrɛʃɛt/

KK: /ˈfrɛʃɪt/

noun

Definition: A sudden increase in the flow of water in a stream or river, often caused by heavy rain or melting snow.

Example: After the heavy rain, the freshet caused the river to overflow its banks.

freshwater

IPA: /ˈfrɛʃˌwɔːtə/

KK: /ˈfrɛʃˌwɔtər/

adjective

Definition: Relating to water that is not salty, such as lakes and rivers where fish and other organisms live.

Example: The freshwater fish thrive in the clean lakes of the region.

noun

Definition: Water that is not salty, often found in rivers, lakes, and streams, and is essential for drinking and irrigation.

Example: The lake is a source of freshwater for the nearby town.

fuel

IPA: /fjuːl/

KK: /fjul/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take in energy or power, typically in the form of a substance that can be burned or consumed to produce heat or energy.

Example: The engine will fuel efficiently if it receives the right type of gasoline.

noun

Definition: A substance that is burned or used to produce energy, heat, or power, such as wood, coal, gas, or oil.

Example: The car needs fuel to run properly.

transitive verb

Definition: To supply energy or power to something, often by providing a substance that can be burned or consumed.

Example: The company plans to fuel its operations with renewable energy sources.

fuelling

IPA: /ˈfjuːəlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈfjulɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act or process of providing fuel to something, such as a vehicle or machine, to make it operate.

Example: The fuelling of the car took only a few minutes at the gas station.

verb

Definition: To provide energy or power to something, often by adding a substance like gas or oil.

Example: The team is fuelling the car before the race.

fuelwood

IPA: /ˈfjuːəlwʊd/

KK: /ˈfjuːəlwʊd/

noun

Definition: Wood that is cut down or grown specifically to be used as fuel for heating or cooking.

Example: The villagers collected fuelwood to keep their homes warm during the winter.

fug

IPA: /fʌg/

KK: /fʌg/

noun

Definition: A heavy and unpleasant atmosphere, often found in a crowded or poorly ventilated space.

Example: The room was filled with a fug that made it hard to breathe.

verb

Definition: To make a place feel uncomfortable and stuffy, often due to a lack of fresh air.

Example: After a long day, I just wanted to fug in my room and relax.

fume

IPA: /fjuːm/

KK: /fjum/

intransitive verb

Definition: To give off smoke or gas, often in a way that indicates anger or annoyance.

Example: He began to fume when he heard the unfair decision.

noun

Definition: A strong smell or vapor that can be irritating or harmful, often produced by burning or chemical reactions.

Example: The fume from the chemicals made it hard to breathe in the lab.

transitive verb

Definition: To release or emit smoke or gas, often in a way that is strong or unpleasant.

Example: The factory began to fume as the machines started up.

fumeless

IPA: /ˈfjuːm.ləs/

KK: /ˈfjuːm.ləs/

adjective

Definition: Not producing or emitting smoke or harmful gases.

Example: The new engine is designed to be fumeless, making it better for the environment.

fumigation

IPA: /ˌfjuːmɪˈɡeɪʃən/

KK: /fjuˈmɪɡeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of using smoke or vapor to disinfect or purify an area, often to eliminate pests or harmful organisms.

Example: The fumigation of the building was necessary to remove the termites that had infested it.

gabion

IPA: /ˈɡeɪbiən/

KK: /ˈɡeɪbiən/

noun

Definition: A type of basket or cage that is filled with earth or rocks, often used in construction for support or to build structures like walls and dams.

Example: The workers filled the gabion with stones to create a sturdy foundation for the bridge.

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