© 2026 Sloth Lingo. Learn easy. Lounge wisely.

Topic: Inventions

potentiometric

IPA: /pəˌtɛnʧiəˈmɛtrɪk/

KK: /pəˌtɛnʧiəˈmɛtrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a method of measuring electric potential using a device called a potentiometer.

Example: The scientist used a potentiometric method to determine the concentration of ions in the solution.

potion

IPA: /ˈpoʊʃən/

KK: /ˈpoʊʃən/

noun

Definition: A liquid or mixture that is often used for healing, magic, or sometimes as poison.

Example: The wizard brewed a powerful potion to heal the wounded knight.

potometer

IPA: /pəˈtɒmətə/

KK: /pəˈtɒmətər/

noun

Definition: A device used to measure how much water a plant takes in over a certain period of time.

Example: The scientist used a potometer to study the water absorption of the plant.

poundal

IPA: /ˈpaʊndəl/

KK: /ˈpaʊndəl/

noun

Definition: A unit of force used in a specific measurement system, which is the force needed to accelerate a one-pound mass by one foot per second squared.

Example: The engineer calculated the force in poundals to determine the system's efficiency.

powderlike

IPA: /ˈpaʊdəlaɪk/

KK: /ˈpaʊdərˌlaɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a texture or appearance similar to that of powder.

Example: The substance was powderlike, making it easy to mix with other ingredients.

powered

IPA: /ˈpaʊərd/

KK: /ˈpaʊərd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has its own source of energy or power, often used for machines or devices that operate independently without needing help from outside sources.

Example: The self-powered generator can operate without being plugged into the wall.

verb

Definition: To supply energy or force to something, enabling it to function or operate.

Example: The new engine powered the car efficiently.

powerhouse

IPA: /ˈpaʊərˌhaʊs/

KK: /ˈpaʊərˌhaʊs/

noun

Definition: A person or organization that has a lot of energy, influence, or power, often achieving great success or impact.

Example: The new tech startup quickly became a powerhouse in the industry.

poxvirus

IPA: /ˈpɒksˌvaɪərəs/

KK: /pɑksˌvaɪrəs/

noun

Definition: A type of virus that contains DNA and can cause diseases like smallpox and cowpox in animals and humans.

Example: The poxvirus is responsible for several serious diseases, including smallpox.

pozzolan

IPA: //ˈpɒz.ə.læn//

KK: /ˈpɑː.zə.lən/

noun

Definition: A type of volcanic ash that is used to make a special kind of cement that hardens when mixed with water.

Example: The construction workers used pozzolan to create a strong and durable concrete mix.

pozzolana

IPA: /pəˈzɒlənə/

KK: /pɑːˈzɒlənə/

noun

Definition: A type of volcanic ash that is used to make mortar or cement, especially for construction projects that need to set in water.

Example: The builders used pozzolana to create a strong and durable cement for the underwater structure.

←1

...

559560561

...

776→