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Topic: Inventions

inbuilt

IPA: /ɪnˈbɪlt/

KK: /ɪnˈbɪlt/

adjective

Definition: Something that is built into a system or object, rather than being added later; it is a natural part of it.

Example: The software comes with an inbuilt feature that helps users manage their tasks more efficiently.

incandesce

IPA: /ɪnˈkændɛs/

KK: /ɪnˈkændɛs/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something glow with heat or light, often by heating it until it becomes bright and emits light.

Example: The artist decided to incandesce the glass to create a stunning effect in her sculpture.

incandescence

IPA: /ˌɪn.kænˈdɛs.əns/

KK: /ɪnˈkændəsəns/

noun

Definition: The state or quality of producing light as a result of being heated, often seen in objects like light bulbs or metal when they are very hot.

Example: The incandescence of the light bulb illuminated the entire room.

incandescent

IPA: /ˌɪn.kənˈdɛs.ənt/

KK: /ɪnˈkændəsənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that emits light due to being heated or something that is very bright and intense in color or emotion.

Example: The incandescent light bulb illuminated the room with a warm glow.

incise

IPA: /ɪnˈsaɪs/

KK: /ɪnˈsaɪs/

transitive verb

Definition: To cut or carve into a surface using a sharp tool.

Example: The artist decided to incise a beautiful pattern into the stone.

incised

IPA: /ɪnˈsaɪzd/

KK: /ɪnˈsaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Cut into a surface or deeply and sharply cut, often used to describe something that has been engraved or marked with a sharp instrument.

Example: The artist created an incised design on the pottery.

incisure

IPA: /ɪnˈsɪʃər/

KK: /ɪnˈsɪʊr/

noun

Definition: A small cut or notch in a surface or edge.

Example: The surgeon made an incisure in the tissue to access the underlying area.

inclinometer

IPA: /ɪnˈklaɪnəˌmɛtər/

KK: /ɪnˈklaɪnəˌmɛtər/

noun

Definition: A tool used to measure the angle of tilt or slope of an object, such as an aircraft or ship, in relation to a flat surface.

Example: The pilot used the inclinometer to ensure the aircraft was level during flight.

incombustible

IPA: /ɪnˈkʌm.bə.stə.bəl/

KK: /ɪnˈkəmˌbʌstəbl/

adjective

Definition: Not able to catch fire or burn.

Example: The building materials used were incombustible, ensuring safety during the fire.

noun

Definition: A material or object that cannot catch fire or be burned.

Example: The building was constructed with incombustible materials to ensure safety.

incompressible

IPA: /ˌɪn.kəmˈprɛs.ə.bəl/

KK: /ɪnˌkɒmprɪsəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that cannot be made smaller or denser by applying pressure.

Example: Water is often considered an incompressible fluid in physics.

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