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Topic: Inventions

omnifarious

IPA: /ˌɒmnɪˈfɛəriəs/

KK: /ɑmˈnɪfɛriəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or consisting of all kinds or varieties; diverse in nature.

Example: The museum showcased an omnifarious collection of art from different cultures.

omniform

IPA: /ɒmˈnɪfɔːm/

KK: /ɑmˈnɪfɔrm/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that can take on any shape or form.

Example: The artist created an omniform sculpture that could be viewed from multiple angles.

omnirange

IPA: /ˈɒmnɪreɪndʒ/

KK: /ˈɑːmnɪreɪndʒ/

noun

Definition: A type of radio navigation system that allows aircraft to receive information on any direction from a ground transmitter, helping pilots navigate accurately.

Example: The pilot used the omnirange to determine the aircraft's position relative to the airport.

oncogene

IPA: /ˈɒŋkəʊˌdʒiːn/

KK: /ˈɑnkoʊˌdʒin/

noun

Definition: A type of gene that can make normal cells turn into cancer cells, often by causing them to grow uncontrollably.

Example: Researchers are studying how oncogenes contribute to the development of cancer.

ondogram

IPA: /ˈɒndəˌɡræm/

KK: /ˈɒndəˌɡræm/

noun

Definition: A record produced by an ondograph, which is a device used to measure and display certain types of waves or vibrations.

Example: The scientist analyzed the ondogram to understand the wave patterns.

onium

IPA: /ˈoʊ.ni.əm/

KK: /ˈoʊ.ni.əm/

adjective

Definition: Describing a type of compound that includes complex cations, often with names that end in '-onium'.

Example: The chemist studied an onium compound to understand its properties better.

noun

Definition: A type of cation formed by adding a proton to the hydride of certain elements, such as those in the nitrogen, chalcogen, or halogen groups.

Example: The chemist studied the properties of various onium compounds in the lab.

ontogenesis

IPA: /ˌɒn.təʊˈdʒɛn.ɪs/

KK: /ɑnˈtoʊdʒənɪs/

noun

Definition: The development of an individual organism from the earliest stage to maturity, including all the changes it undergoes during its life.

Example: The study of ontogenesis helps scientists understand how organisms grow and develop over time.

ontogenetic

IPA: /ˌɒn.təʊ.dʒəˈnɛt.ɪk/

KK: /ɑnˌtoʊdʒəˈnɛtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the development of an individual organism from the earliest stage to maturity.

Example: The ontogenetic changes in the frog are fascinating to study as it grows from a tadpole to an adult.

oocyst

IPA: /ˈoʊəˌsɪst/

KK: /ˈoʊəˌsɪst/

noun

Definition: A protective structure where certain types of parasites develop and can be transferred to new hosts.

Example: The oocyst is essential for the life cycle of the parasite, allowing it to survive outside the host.

oogamous

IPA: /ˈuːɡəməs/

KK: /ˈuːɡəməs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a type of reproduction where there are small, moving male cells and larger, stationary female cells.

Example: In oogamous species, the male gametes swim to fertilize the larger female gametes.

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