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Topic: Inventions

craniometry

IPA: /ˌkreɪniˈɒmətri/

KK: /kren-i-om-e-tri/

noun

Definition: The study and measurement of the skull to understand its features, which can relate to factors like gender, ethnicity, or physical type.

Example: Craniometry is often used in anthropology to analyze human skulls from different populations.

crankcase

IPA: /ˈkræŋkkeɪs/

KK: /ˈkræŋkˌkeɪs/

noun

Definition: A metal container that holds the crankshaft and related components in an engine.

Example: The mechanic opened the crankcase to inspect the engine's internal parts.

crankpin

IPA: //ˈkræŋkˌpɪn//

KK: /ˈkræŋkˌpɪn/

noun

Definition: A cylindrical part of a crank that connects to a rod or other component, allowing for movement in machinery.

Example: The mechanic replaced the worn crankpin to ensure the engine ran smoothly.

crankshaft

IPA: //ˈkræŋkʃæft//

KK: /ˈkræŋkˌʃæft/

noun

Definition: A long piece of metal that turns in an engine and helps convert the up-and-down motion of the pistons into circular motion.

Example: The mechanic replaced the broken crankshaft to ensure the engine would run smoothly.

creation

IPA: /kriˈeɪʃən/

KK: /kriˈeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of making something new or the result of making something, especially in art or design.

Example: The artist's latest creation was displayed in the gallery.

creepage

IPA: /ˈkriːpɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈkripɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: A slow and gradual movement or change, often referring to the leakage of electricity across a surface.

Example: The creep of the electrical current caused a malfunction in the device.

creosol

IPA: /ˈkriːəˌsɒl/

KK: /ˈkriːəˌsɒl/

noun

Definition: A clear, colorless to yellow liquid that has a strong smell and is found in creosote, often used in wood preservation and as a chemical intermediate.

Example: The workers used creosol to treat the wooden beams to protect them from decay.

creosote

IPA: /ˈkriːəˌsoʊt/

KK: /ˈkriːoʊsoʊt/

noun

Definition: A thick, oily liquid that comes from burning wood or coal, often used to protect wood from decay and as a disinfectant. It can be harmful if inhaled in large amounts.

Example: The old fence was treated with creosote to prevent it from rotting.

verb

Definition: To apply a type of oil or chemical to protect wood from decay and insects.

Example: The workers will creosote the wooden posts to ensure they last longer.

cresol

IPA: /ˈkriːsɒl/

KK: /ˈkrē-ˌsōl/

noun

Definition: Cresol refers to any of three related chemical compounds that are derived from phenol, often used in making resins and as disinfectants. They can be colorless and are known to be toxic.

Example: The laboratory used cresol as a disinfectant to ensure the surfaces were sterile.

cresyl

IPA: //ˈkrɛsəl//

KK: /ˈkrɛsəl/

noun

Definition: A type of chemical compound that is derived from cresol, often used in various industrial applications.

Example: Cresyl is commonly used in the production of certain dyes and disinfectants.

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