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Topic: Inventions

clathrate

IPA: /ˈklæθreɪt/

KK: /ˈklæθreɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing a structure that has a lattice-like appearance or is formed by enclosing molecules within the crystal structure of another substance.

Example: The clathrate structure of the material allows it to trap gas molecules effectively.

noun

Definition: A type of chemical compound in which molecules of one substance are trapped within the structure of another substance, often forming a cage-like structure.

Example: The researchers studied the properties of a clathrate formed with water and gas molecules.

clavus

IPA: /ˈklævəs/

KK: /ˈklævəs/

noun

Definition: A type of hard skin or callus that forms on the foot, often due to pressure or friction.

Example: She had to visit the podiatrist to treat the clavus on her foot.

clawhammer

IPA: /ˈklɔːˌhæmə/

KK: /ˈklɔːˌhæmər/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a style of playing the banjo where the thumb and fingers pick or strum downwards.

Example: He learned to play the banjo using the clawhammer technique.

noun

Definition: A type of technique used in playing string instruments, especially the banjo, where the player uses their fingers to pluck the strings in a specific way.

Example: The musician used a clawhammer technique to create a unique sound on the banjo.

clay

IPA: /kleɪ/

KK: /kleɪ/

noun

Definition: A soft, sticky earth material that can be shaped when wet and becomes hard when dried or heated. It is often used for making pottery, bricks, and tiles.

Example: The artist used clay to create a beautiful sculpture.

clayed

IPA: /kleɪd/

KK: /kleɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having the qualities or characteristics of clay, often used to describe something that is soft, malleable, or easily shaped.

Example: The artist preferred to work with clayed materials for their flexibility in sculpting.

verb

Definition: To cover or shape something with clay, or to make something into a clay-like form.

Example: The artist clayed the sculpture before firing it in the kiln.

clayier

IPA: /ˈkleɪ.ɪər/

KK: /ˈkleɪər/

adjective

Definition: Having a texture or quality similar to clay; more clay-like than something else.

Example: The soil in this area is clayier than in the neighboring fields, making it harder to drain.

cleavable

IPA: /ˈkliːvəbl/

KK: /ˈklivəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be split or divided into parts.

Example: The material is cleavable, making it easy to separate into smaller pieces.

cleft

IPA: /klɛft/

KK: /klɛft/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is divided or split, often partially, such as certain leaves or other objects.

Example: The cleft leaf design adds a unique touch to the garden.

noun

Definition: A crack or opening that is formed by splitting something apart.

Example: The mountain had a deep cleft that made it easier to climb.

verb

Definition: To split or divide something into two or more parts, often used in a physical sense.

Example: The wood was cleft in two by the axe.

cleveite

IPA: /ˈklɛvaɪt/

KK: /ˈklɛvaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of mineral that is similar to uraninite and contains elements like yttrium and erbium, typically found in Norway.

Example: Cleveite is often studied for its unique properties and rare elements.

clinal

IPA: /ˈklaɪnəl/

KK: /ˈklaɪnəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a gradual change or transition in characteristics, often used in biology or geology to describe variations across a gradient.

Example: The clinal variation in the species' traits was evident across the different environments they inhabited.

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