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Topic: Inventions

guanosine

IPA: /ɡwəˈnɔːsiːn/

KK: /gʊˈnɑːsiːn/

noun

Definition: A type of molecule made up of guanine and ribose, which is important in biochemistry and cellular processes.

Example: Guanosine plays a crucial role in the synthesis of RNA.

guilloche

IPA: /ɡɪˈloʊʃ/

KK: /gɪˈloʊʃ/

noun

Definition: A decorative design made of two or more curved lines that weave together, often used in architecture and metalwork.

Example: The artist used a guilloche pattern to enhance the beauty of the metalwork.

gullwing

IPA: //ˈɡʌl.wɪŋ//

KK: /ˈgʌlˌwɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a type of door on a car that opens upward from the top, resembling the wings of a seagull.

Example: The new sports car features gullwing doors that make it stand out from the crowd.

gummite

IPA: //ˈɡʌmaɪt//

KK: /ˈɡʌmaɪt/

noun

Definition: A natural mixture of uranium oxides, silicates, and salts that can appear in colors ranging from orange-red to grayish yellow, often formed from the weathering of uraninite.

Example: Gummite is often found in uranium mines as a result of the oxidation of uraninite.

guncotton

IPA: /ˈɡʌnˌkɒtən/

KK: /ˈgʌnˌkɒtən/

noun

Definition: A type of explosive made from highly nitrated cellulose, commonly used in smokeless gunpowder.

Example: The military uses guncotton in various types of ammunition.

gunflint

IPA: /ˈɡʌnflɪnt/

KK: /gʌnflɪnt/

noun

Definition: A small piece of flint that is used to create a spark for igniting gunpowder in a flintlock firearm.

Example: The hunter carefully replaced the gunflint before firing his old flintlock rifle.

gunpowder

IPA: /ˈɡʌnˌpaʊdə/

KK: /ˈɡʌnˌpaʊdər/

noun

Definition: A type of explosive powder made from a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur, used to propel bullets in firearms and for blasting purposes.

Example: The soldiers prepared the gunpowder before loading the cannons for battle.

gunstock

IPA: //ˈɡʌn.stɒk//

KK: /gʌnˌstɑk/

noun

Definition: The part of a gun that is held by the shooter, usually made of wood or plastic, which supports the barrel and action.

Example: He adjusted his grip on the gunstock before taking aim.

gusset

IPA: /ˈɡʌsɪt/

KK: /ˈgəsət/

noun

Definition: A triangular piece of material added to a seam in clothing or other items to provide extra strength or allow for expansion.

Example: The dress had a gusset under the arms to give her more room to move.

gynandromorphic

IPA: //ɡɪˌnændrəˈmɔːrfɪk//

KK: /gɪˌnændrəˈmɔrfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having both male and female characteristics or traits.

Example: The scientist studied a gynandromorphic butterfly that displayed both male and female colors and patterns.

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