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Topic: Environment

hardpan

IPA: /ˈhɑrdˌpæn/

KK: /ˈhɑrdˌpæn/

noun

Definition: A layer of soil that is very hard and difficult for roots to penetrate, often made of clay or cemented material.

Example: The farmer struggled to plant the crops because the hardpan made the soil too tough to dig.

hardscape

IPA: /ˈhɑrdˌskeɪp/

KK: /ˈhɑrdˌskeɪp/

noun

Definition: The solid, non-plant elements in a landscape, like patios, walkways, and walls, made from materials such as stone or concrete.

Example: The garden was beautifully designed with a mix of softscape and hardscape elements.

harm

IPA: /hɑrm/

KK: /hɑrm/

noun

Definition: An injury or damage to someone or something, either physically or mentally.

Example: The storm caused significant harm to the coastal community.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause injury, damage, or pain to someone or something.

Example: The storm harmed many homes in the area.

harmful

IPA: /ˈhɑːrmfəl/

KK: /ˈhɑrmfəl/

adjective

Definition: Causing damage or injury to someone or something.

Example: Smoking is harmful to your health.

harmfulness

IPA: /ˈhɑːrmfəl.nəs/

KK: /ˈhɑrmfəl.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of causing damage or injury.

Example: The harmfulness of pollution is a major concern for the environment.

harvesting

IPA: /ˈhɑːrvɪstɪŋ/

KK: /ˈhɑrvɪstɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of collecting crops or plants that are ready to be gathered.

Example: The farmers are busy with the harvesting of their wheat this season.

verb

Definition: The action of gathering crops or other products from the land.

Example: Farmers are busy harvesting the wheat this season.

havoc

IPA: /ˈhævək/

KK: /ˈhævək/

noun

Definition: A situation of great disorder, confusion, or destruction.

Example: The storm caused havoc in the city, leaving many homes damaged.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause great destruction or damage to something.

Example: The storm wreaked havoc on the small town, leaving many homes damaged.

hazard

IPA: /ˈhæzərd/

KK: /ˈhæzərd/

noun

Definition: A situation or condition that can cause harm, injury, or danger.

Example: The construction site was marked with signs to warn of potential hazards.

transitive verb

Definition: To put someone or something in a situation where there is a risk of danger or harm.

Example: He decided to hazard a guess about the answer to the riddle.

hazardous

IPA: /ˈhæz.ər.dəs/

KK: /ˈhæzərdəs/

adjective

Definition: Something that can cause harm or danger to people, animals, or the environment.

Example: The factory was closed because it was found to be producing hazardous waste.

hazardousness

IPA: /ˈhæz.ər.dəs.nəs/

KK: /ˈhæzərdəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The state or quality of being dangerous or risky, often causing harm or injury.

Example: The hazardousness of the chemicals used in the factory requires strict safety measures.

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