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Topic: Inventions

magneton

IPA: /ˈmæɡ.nə.tɒn/

KK: /ˈmæɡnɪtən/

noun

Definition: A unit used to measure the magnetic moment of particles like atoms or subatomic particles.

Example: The magnetic properties of the atom can be expressed in terms of magnetons.

magnetostatic

IPA: /ˌmæɡ.nəʊ.təˈstæt.ɪk/

KK: /mægˈnɛtəˌstætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the study of magnetic fields that do not change over time.

Example: The magnetostatic field is essential for understanding how magnets interact in a stable environment.

magnetron

IPA: /ˈmæɡ.nə.trɒn/

KK: /ˈmæɡnɪtrɒn/

noun

Definition: A device that produces microwave radiation by controlling the flow of electrons using magnetic and electric fields, commonly used in radar and microwave ovens.

Example: The chef used a microwave oven that contained a magnetron to heat the food quickly.

magnification

IPA: /ˌmæɡnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /mæɡnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of making something appear larger than it is, often used in optics to describe how images are enlarged.

Example: The magnification of the microscope allowed us to see the tiny details of the cells.

magnified

IPA: //ˈmæɡ.nɪ.faɪd//

KK: /mægˈnɪfaɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been made larger or more visible through a process of enlargement.

Example: The magnified image showed details that were not visible to the naked eye.

verb

Definition: To make something appear larger than it is, often using a lens or other optical device.

Example: The scientist magnified the image of the tiny organism to study its details.

magnify

IPA: //ˈmæɡ.nɪ.faɪ//

KK: /mæɡnɪfaɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make something appear larger or to increase its size, especially in terms of images or sounds.

Example: The scientist used a special lens to magnify the tiny details of the insect.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something look larger or more important than it really is, often by using a lens or other means.

Example: The scientist used a microscope to magnify the tiny details of the cell.

magnox

IPA: //ˈmæɡnɒks//

KK: /mægˈnɒks/

noun

Definition: A type of alloy made from magnesium and aluminum, used as a protective covering for fuel rods in certain nuclear power plants.

Example: The engineers chose magnox for the cladding of the fuel rods due to its unique properties.

mainspring

IPA: //ˈmeɪnˌsprɪŋ//

KK: /ˈmeɪnˌsprɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The main source of motivation or energy behind something, often used to describe the driving force in a movement or mechanism.

Example: The mainspring of the project was the desire to improve community health.

maker

IPA: /ˈmeɪkər/

KK: /ˈmeɪkər/

noun

Definition: A person or entity that creates or produces something, often used in specific contexts like a policymaker or a drugmaker.

Example: The maker of the new smartphone is known for its innovative designs.

makeshift

IPA: /ˈmeɪkʃɪft/

KK: /ˈmeɪkʃɪft/

adjective

Definition: Something that is used as a temporary solution or substitute, often made quickly and not meant to last long.

Example: During the storm, we used a makeshift shelter to stay dry.

noun

Definition: A temporary solution or substitute that is often not very well made.

Example: They used a makeshift table for the picnic since they forgot to bring a real one.

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