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Topic: Inventions

curvature

IPA: /ˈkɜːrvətʃər/

KK: /ˈkɜrvətʃər/

noun

Definition: The state of being curved or the amount of bending in a shape or line.

Example: The curvature of the road made it difficult to see the oncoming traffic.

curvilinear

IPA: /ˌkɜːrvɪˈlɪnɪər/

KK: /ˌkɜrvɪˈlɪnɪər/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is made up of or shaped like curved lines.

Example: The artist used curvilinear shapes to create a sense of movement in the painting.

cusec

IPA: /ˈkjuːsɛk/

KK: /ˈkyusɛk/

noun

Definition: A unit used to measure how much liquid flows, equal to one cubic foot every second.

Example: The river's flow was measured at 10 cusecs, indicating a strong current.

cuspal

IPA: /ˈkʌspəl/

KK: /ˈkʌspəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to a pointed or projecting part, especially in the context of shapes or structures.

Example: The cuspal design of the roof gave the building a unique appearance.

cuspidal

IPA: /ˈkʌspɪdəl/

KK: /ˈkʌspɪdəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has pointed parts or projections, often used in reference to teeth or shapes.

Example: The cuspidal teeth are important for tearing food.

cutability

IPA: //ˌkʌtəˈbɪləti//

KK: /kʌtəˈbɪləti/

noun

Definition: The amount of usable meat that can be obtained from a carcass, often expressed as a percentage.

Example: The cutability of the beef carcass was higher than expected, resulting in more marketable meat.

cutaway

IPA: /ˈkʌtəˌweɪ/

KK: /ˈkʌtəˌweɪ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has sections removed or displayed to show the inside or inner workings.

Example: The cutaway design of the model allowed us to see how the engine operates.

noun

Definition: A type of image or model that shows the inside of an object by removing part of its outer layer, or a brief scene in a film that shows something related to the main action.

Example: The architect presented a cutaway of the building to show how the different floors would be arranged.

cutinize

IPA: //ˈkjuːtɪnaɪz//

KK: /kjuːˈtɪnaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To develop a layer of cutin, which is a waxy substance that helps protect plant surfaces.

Example: The leaves began to cutinize as they adapted to the dry environment.

cuttable

IPA: /ˈkʌtəbl/

KK: /ˈkʌtəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be divided or separated with a sharp tool.

Example: The fabric is cuttable, making it easy to create custom sizes for the project.

cuttage

IPA: /ˈkʌtɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈkʌtɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: The method of growing new plants from parts of existing plants, usually by cutting off a piece and allowing it to develop roots.

Example: Cuttage is a popular technique among gardeners to propagate their favorite plants.

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