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Topic: Inventions

combine

IPA: /kəmˈbaɪn/

KK: /kəmˈbaɪn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To come together or unite to form a single entity or group.

Example: The two companies decided to combine their resources to create a better product.

noun

Definition: A machine used for harvesting crops, which cuts, threshes, and cleans grain in one operation.

Example: The farmer used a combine to harvest the wheat efficiently.

transitive verb

Definition: To join or mix two or more things together to form a single unit or substance.

Example: You can combine different colors to create a new shade.

combined

IPA: /kəmˈbaɪnd/

KK: /kəmˈbaɪnd/

adjective

Definition: Made by joining two or more things together.

Example: The combined efforts of the team led to a successful project.

noun

Definition: A competition that includes two or more different events or activities, often requiring a combination of skills.

Example: The combined event featured both downhill and slalom skiing, testing the athletes' versatility.

verb

Definition: To join or mix two or more things together to form a single unit or group.

Example: The chef combined the ingredients to create a delicious sauce.

combust

IPA: /kəmˈbʌst/

KK: /kəmˈbʌst/

intransitive verb

Definition: To catch fire or burn suddenly without an external flame; to undergo a chemical reaction that produces heat and light.

Example: The old rags in the corner spontaneously combusted, causing a small fire.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something to burn or ignite.

Example: The dry leaves combusted quickly when the fire started.

combustibility

IPA: /kəmˈbʌstɪbɪlɪti/

KK: /kəmˈbʌstɪbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being able to catch fire and burn.

Example: The combustibility of certain materials makes them dangerous in a fire.

combustible

IPA: /kəmˈbʌstɪbəl/

KK: /kəmˈbʌstɪbəl/

adjective

Definition: Able to catch fire and burn easily.

Example: The materials used in the construction were highly combustible, posing a fire risk.

noun

Definition: A material that can easily catch fire and burn.

Example: Wood is a common combustible used for making fires.

combustibly

IPA: /kəmˈbʌstəblɪ/

KK: /kəmˈbʌstəbli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that can easily catch fire and burn.

Example: The materials were stored combustibly, increasing the risk of a fire.

combustion

IPA: /kəmˈbʌs.tʃən/

KK: /kəmˈbʌs.tʃən/

noun

Definition: A process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to produce heat and light, often resulting in fire.

Example: The combustion of gasoline in an engine produces energy to power the vehicle.

combustive

IPA: /kəmˈbʌstɪv/

KK: /kəmˈbʌstɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or involved in the process of burning or combustion.

Example: The combustive materials in the engine help it to run efficiently.

combustor

IPA: /kəmˈbʌstər/

KK: /kəmˈbʌstər/

noun

Definition: A part of a jet engine or gas turbine where fuel is burned to produce energy.

Example: The combustor is essential for the efficient operation of the jet engine.

cometic

IPA: /kəˈmɛtɪk/

KK: /kəˈmɛtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Connected to or having the characteristics of a comet, which is a celestial object made of ice and dust that develops a tail when it approaches the sun.

Example: The cometic tail of the celestial body was visible from Earth during the night sky.

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