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Topic: Environment

leveed

IPA: /ˈlɛvɪd/

KK: /ˈlɛvɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has a levee, which is a raised bank or wall built to prevent flooding from a river or other body of water.

Example: The leveed area was safe from the rising waters of the river during the storm.

lighting

IPA: /ˈlaɪtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈlaɪtɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process or equipment used to provide light in a space, especially in a way that makes it bright and visible.

Example: The lighting in the theater created a magical atmosphere for the performance.

lignite

IPA: /ˈlɪɡnaɪt/

KK: /ˈlaɪɡnaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of soft coal that is brownish-black and is formed from decomposed plant material. It is less hard than bituminous coal and is often used for electricity generation.

Example: The power plant uses lignite as a fuel source to generate electricity.

lignitic

IPA: /lɪgˈnɪtɪk/

KK: /lɪgˈnɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or containing a type of coal that is brownish-black and has a lower carbon content than other coals.

Example: The lignitic coal found in the region is used primarily for electricity generation.

lignocellulosic

IPA: /lɪɡnoʊˌsɛl.jəˈloʊ.sɪk/

KK: /lɪgnoʊˌsɛl.jəˈloʊ.sɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or derived from a type of plant material that consists of cellulose and lignin, often used in the context of biomass products.

Example: Lignocellulosic materials are important for producing biofuels.

liman

IPA: /ˈlɪmən/

KK: /ˈlɪmən/

noun

Definition: A type of deposit made of mud or slime that forms at the mouth of a river, often where the river meets a body of water.

Example: The fishermen noticed a large liman at the river's mouth, which made it difficult for their boats to pass.

limestone

IPA: /ˈlaɪm.stoʊn/

KK: /ˈlaɪmˌstoʊn/

noun

Definition: A type of rock that is mostly made of calcium carbonate, often used in construction and to make lime and cement.

Example: The ancient castle was built using large blocks of limestone.

limnic

IPA: /ˈlɪmnɪk/

KK: /ˈlɪmnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to fresh water or freshwater environments.

Example: The limnic ecosystem is home to many unique species of fish and plants.

limnological

IPA: /lɪmˈnɒlədʒɪkəl/

KK: /lɪmˈnɑːlədʒɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the study of freshwater ecosystems, including lakes and rivers.

Example: The limnological research conducted in the lake provided valuable insights into its biodiversity.

limnology

IPA: /lɪmˈnɒlədʒi/

KK: /lɪmˈnɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The scientific study of freshwater ecosystems, particularly lakes and ponds, including their biological, chemical, and physical properties.

Example: She decided to pursue a degree in limnology to better understand freshwater ecosystems.

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