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Topic: Inventions

miticide

IPA: /ˈmɪtɪˌsaɪd/

KK: /ˈmɪtəˌsaɪd/

noun

Definition: A substance that is used to kill mites, which are small arachnids that can harm plants and animals.

Example: Farmers often use a miticide to protect their crops from mite infestations.

mitochondrial

IPA: /ˌmaɪtəˈkɒndriəl/

KK: /maɪtəˈkɒndriəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the mitochondria, which are the parts of cells that produce energy.

Example: Mitochondrial DNA is inherited only from the mother.

mitochondrion

IPA: //maɪˈtɒkɒndriən//

KK: /maɪˈtoʊkɒndriən/

noun

Definition: A small structure within cells that helps produce energy by converting food into a usable form. It is found in almost all eukaryotic cells and contains its own genetic material.

Example: The mitochondrion is often referred to as the powerhouse of the cell because it generates most of the cell's supply of adenosine triphosphate (ATP).

mitosis

IPA: //maɪˈtoʊsɪs//

KK: /mɪˈtoʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: The process of cell division in which a single cell divides to form two new cells, each with the same number of chromosomes as the original cell.

Example: Mitosis is essential for growth and repair in multicellular organisms.

mitotic

IPA: /maɪˈtɒtɪk/

KK: /maɪˈtɑtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of cell division where a single cell divides to form two identical daughter cells.

Example: During the mitotic phase, the cell's chromosomes are separated into two new nuclei.

mitre

IPA: /ˈmaɪtə/

KK: /ˈmaɪtər/

noun

Definition: A type of headdress worn by bishops and some other clergy, typically shaped like a two-sided peak or a pointed cap.

Example: The bishop wore a beautiful mitre during the ceremony.

mizzenmast

IPA: /ˈmɪzənˌmæst/

KK: /ˈmɪzənˌmæst/

noun

Definition: A tall vertical pole on a ship that supports sails, specifically the one located behind the main mast on ships with three or more masts.

Example: The crew worked hard to secure the sails on the mizzenmast before the storm hit.

modernisation

IPA: /ˌmɒdənaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /mɑːdərnaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of making something more modern or up to date, often involving changes in technology, design, or methods.

Example: The modernisation of the city's public transport system has made it more efficient and user-friendly.

modernization

IPA: /ˌmɒdərnaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌmɒdərnaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of making something more modern or up to date.

Example: The modernization of the city included new buildings and improved transportation.

modernize

IPA: /ˈmɒdənaɪz/

KK: /ˈmɒdərnaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To adopt new methods, ideas, or styles that are current or up-to-date.

Example: The company decided to modernize its technology to stay competitive.

transitive verb

Definition: To change something to make it more current or up-to-date in style, technology, or design.

Example: The company decided to modernize its office to create a more inviting workspace.

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