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Topic: Inventions

margination

IPA: /mɑːrˈdʒɪneɪʃən/

KK: /mɑrˈdʒɪneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of creating or having a border or edge around something.

Example: The margination of the cells was clearly visible under the microscope.

martensite

IPA: /ˈmɑːrtənsaɪt/

KK: /mɑrˈtɛnˌsaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of steel structure that forms when iron and carbon are rapidly cooled, making it very hard and strong, commonly used in tools and machinery.

Example: The engineer chose martensite for the tool because of its exceptional hardness.

martensitic

IPA: /mɑːrˈtɛn.sɪ.tɪk/

KK: /mɑrˈtɛnˌsɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a specific type of crystal structure change that occurs without diffusion, often seen in certain minerals and materials.

Example: The steel's martensitic structure gives it exceptional hardness and strength.

massicot

IPA: //ˈmæsɪkɒt//

KK: /mæsɪˌkɒt/

noun

Definition: A yellow powder made of lead monoxide, often used as a pigment in paints and other materials.

Example: The artist chose massicot for its vibrant yellow color in the painting.

massier

IPA: /ˈmæs.i.ər/

KK: /ˈmæsɪər/

adjective

Definition: Having a large mass or bulk; heavier or more substantial than something else.

Example: The massier object was harder to lift than the lighter one.

mast

IPA: /mæst/

KK: /mæst/

noun

Definition: A tall vertical pole used to support sails on a boat or ship, or an antenna for radio signals.

Example: The sailor climbed up the mast to fix the sails.

verb

Definition: To equip or provide a ship or boat with a tall vertical structure that supports sails or rigging.

Example: The crew worked hard to mast the new sailboat before the race.

matchstick

IPA: /ˈmæʧˌstɪk/

KK: /ˈmæʧˌstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is very thin and slender, similar to the size and shape of a matchstick.

Example: She wore a dress that had matchstick sleeves, making her arms look even thinner.

noun

Definition: A small, thin piece of wood that is used to create a flame when struck against a rough surface.

Example: He lit the candle with a matchstick.

material

IPA: /məˈtɪəriəl/

KK: /məˈtɪr i əl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to physical objects or substances, rather than ideas or feelings; important or significant in a practical way.

Example: The material evidence presented in court helped to prove the case.

noun

Definition: The substance or items used to create or make something, including physical objects, ideas, or tools.

Example: The artist chose high-quality material for her sculpture.

materialise

IPA: /məˈtɪəriəlaɪz/

KK: /mɪˈtɛrɪəˌlaɪz/

verb

Definition: To become real or to take a physical form, often as if it appeared suddenly or unexpectedly.

Example: The magician made the rabbit materialise out of thin air.

materialization

IPA: /məˌtɪəriəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /məˌtɪr.i.əl.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of making something become real or appear in a physical form.

Example: The materialization of her ideas into a successful product took years of hard work.

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