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Topic: Inventions

drumhead

IPA: /ˈdrʌmˌhɛd/

KK: /drʌmˌhɛd/

noun

Definition: A circular piece of material stretched over the end of a drum, which produces sound when struck.

Example: The drummer tightened the drumhead before the performance to ensure a better sound.

dubnium

IPA: /ˈdʌb.ni.əm/

KK: /dʌbniəm/

noun

Definition: A man-made radioactive element with the atomic number 105, known for its short-lived isotopes.

Example: Scientists are studying the properties of dubnium to understand its behavior in nuclear reactions.

ducted

IPA: /ˈdʌktɪd/

KK: /dʌktɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having ducts installed or incorporated, typically for the purpose of directing air or other substances.

Example: The new heating system is ducted to ensure even temperature distribution throughout the building.

verb

Definition: To have directed or guided something through a channel or passage.

Example: The air was ducted through the ventilation system to cool the building.

ductile

IPA: /ˈdʌk.taɪl/

KK: /ˈdʌk.taɪl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be easily shaped or stretched without breaking, often used to describe certain metals that can be drawn into wires.

Example: Gold is a ductile metal that can be stretched into very thin wires.

ductility

IPA: /dʌkˈtɪlɪti/

KK: /dʌkˈtɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability of a material to be stretched or shaped without breaking, especially when pulled into a wire.

Example: Copper is known for its high ductility, allowing it to be easily drawn into thin wires.

ductule

IPA: /ˈdʌk.tjuːl/

KK: /ˈdʌk.tjuːl/

noun

Definition: A small tube or channel in the body that carries fluids.

Example: The doctor explained that the ductule is important for transporting bile from the liver.

dunnite

IPA: /ˈdʌnaɪt/

KK: /ˈdʌnˌaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of explosive material, often referred to in the context of mining or demolition.

Example: The construction crew used dunnite to safely demolish the old building.

dura

IPA: /ˈdjʊərə/

KK: /ˈdʊrə/

noun

Definition: The tough outer layer that protects the brain and spinal cord.

Example: The surgeon carefully opened the dura to access the brain.

durableness

IPA: /ˈdjʊərəblnəs/

KK: /ˈdʊrəblnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being able to last a long time without breaking or getting damaged.

Example: The durableness of the new materials used in construction is impressive.

duralumin

IPA: /ˈdjʊərəˌluːmɪn/

KK: /ˈdjuːrəˌluːmɪn/

noun

Definition: A strong and lightweight metal made from a mixture of aluminum and other metals like copper and magnesium, often used in aircraft and other structures.

Example: The airplane's wings were made of duralumin to ensure they were both strong and light.

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