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Topic: Inventions

antevert

IPA: /ˈæntəˌvɜrt/

KK: /ˈæntəˌvɜrt/

transitive verb

Definition: To move or tilt something forward, especially in a way that changes its position or orientation.

Example: The doctor explained that they might need to antevert the hip joint during the surgery.

anthophyllite

IPA: /ˌænθəˈfɪlaɪt/

KK: /ænˈθɑfɪˌlaɪt/

noun

Definition: A dark brown mineral that is part of the amphibole group, made mostly of silicate, iron, and magnesium, and can appear in fibrous or layered forms.

Example: Anthophyllite is often found in metamorphic rocks and can be used in some industrial applications.

anthracene

IPA: //ænˈθreɪsiːn//

KK: /ænˈθreɪsiːn/

noun

Definition: A solid, crystalline substance made of carbon, derived from coal tar, that is used to create dyes and other organic chemicals.

Example: Anthracene is often used in the production of blue and green dyes.

anthranilate

IPA: //ænˈθrænɪleɪt//

KK: /ænˈθrænɪˌleɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of chemical compound that is derived from anthranilic acid, often used in various chemical applications.

Example: Anthranilate is commonly used in the production of certain dyes and fragrances.

anthraquinone

IPA: /æŋˌθrækwɪˈnoʊn/

KK: /ænˌθrækwɪˈnoʊn/

noun

Definition: A yellow crystalline substance that is not soluble in water and is mainly used to make dyes.

Example: Anthraquinone is commonly used in the textile industry to produce vibrant colors.

antiair

IPA: /ˈæntiˌɛr/

KK: /ˈæntiˌɛr/

adjective

Definition: Relating to weapons or measures designed to defend against aircraft.

Example: The military deployed antiair systems to protect the city from aerial attacks.

antiar

IPA: /ˈæn.ti.ɑːr/

KK: /ˈæntiˌɑr/

noun

Definition: A toxic substance made from the gum resin of a specific tree found in Java, known for its harmful effects.

Example: The ancient warriors used antiar as a poison on their arrows.

antiarin

IPA: /ˌæn.tiˈɑː.rɪn/

KK: /æntiˈɑrɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of poison derived from a specific tree known for its toxic properties, particularly affecting the heart.

Example: The indigenous people used antiarin as a traditional poison for hunting.

antiatom

IPA: /ˈæntiˌætəm/

KK: /ˈæntiˌætəm/

noun

Definition: A type of atom that is made up of antiparticles, which are the opposite of the particles that make up regular atoms.

Example: Scientists are studying antiatoms to understand the fundamental properties of matter and antimatter.

antibonding

IPA: /ˌæntiˈbɒndɪŋ/

KK: /æntiˈbɒndɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing a type of orbital that prevents atoms from forming a bond by creating a repulsive force when they come close together.

Example: The antibonding orbital is higher in energy than the bonding orbital, making it less stable.

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