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Topic: Inventions

gyron

IPA: /ˈdʒaɪrən/

KK: /ˈdʒaɪrən/

noun

Definition: A triangular shape or figure, often used in heraldry, that has one angle at the center and the opposite side along the edge.

Example: The coat of arms featured a gyron, adding a unique design element to the shield.

gyroplane

IPA: //ˈdʒaɪrəˌpleɪn//

KK: /ˈdʒaɪrəˌpleɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of aircraft that has wings which rotate around a vertical axis, allowing it to fly like a helicopter or autogyro.

Example: The gyroplane soared gracefully through the sky, demonstrating its unique flying capabilities.

gyroscope

IPA: /ˈdʒaɪrəˌskoʊp/

KK: /ˈjaɪrəˌskoʊp/

noun

Definition: A device that spins and can move freely in different directions, helping to keep its position steady even when the base moves.

Example: The pilot used a gyroscope to help stabilize the aircraft during flight.

gyroscopic

IPA: /ˌdʒaɪəˈskɒpɪk/

KK: /dʒaɪəˈskɒpɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a device that uses the principles of angular momentum to maintain orientation and stability.

Example: The gyroscopic effect helps stabilize the airplane during flight.

gyrostabilizer

IPA: /ˈjaɪroʊˌsteɪbɪlaɪzər/

KK: /ˈjaɪrəˌsteɪbɪlaɪzər/

noun

Definition: A device that uses a spinning gyroscope to help keep a ship or airplane stable and reduce side-to-side movement.

Example: The gyrostabilizer helped the ship maintain a steady course even in rough waters.

gyrostat

IPA: /ˈdʒaɪrəʊstæt/

KK: /ˈdʒaɪrəˌstæt/

noun

Definition: A device that uses a spinning wheel to maintain its orientation and stability, often used in navigation and control systems.

Example: The spacecraft used a gyrostat to keep its position stable in space.

gyrus

IPA: /ˈɡaɪrəs/

KK: /ˈgaɪrəs/

noun

Definition: A rounded, raised part of the brain's surface that is found between grooves.

Example: The gyrus is an important part of the brain's structure, helping to increase its surface area.

hachure

IPA: /həˈʃʊr/

KK: /həˈʃʊr/

noun

Definition: A short line used on maps to show shading or to indicate the slope and direction of a surface.

Example: The map used hachures to represent the steepness of the hills.

transitive verb

Definition: To create a pattern of lines or shading on a map to indicate relief or texture.

Example: The cartographer used hachure to show the elevation changes on the terrain map.

hadron

IPA: /ˈhædrɒn/

KK: /ˈhædrən/

noun

Definition: A type of subatomic particle that is made up of quarks and interacts through the strong force.

Example: Protons and neutrons are examples of hadrons found in the nucleus of an atom.

hadronic

IPA: /hæˈdrɒnɪk/

KK: /hæˈdrɒnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to particles called hadrons, which are made of quarks and held together by the strong force.

Example: The hadronic interactions are crucial for understanding the behavior of atomic nuclei.

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