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Topic: Inventions

prilling

IPA: /ˈprɪlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈprɪlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of forming small solid particles from molten material that cools and hardens, often used in making fertilizers.

Example: The prilling of ammonium nitrate helps create uniform granules for agricultural use.

primed

IPA: /praɪmd/

KK: /praɪmd/

adjective

Definition: Ready and prepared for a specific purpose or action.

Example: The team was primed for the big game after weeks of practice.

verb

Definition: To prepare someone or something for a particular purpose or activity.

Example: The coach primed the team for the big game by giving them a motivational speech.

primine

IPA: //ˈprɪmaɪn//

KK: /ˈprɪmaɪn/

noun

Definition: The outer layer of an ovule, which is the part of a seed that contains the embryo and is surrounded by protective layers.

Example: The primine protects the developing seed within the ovule.

primordium

IPA: //praɪˈmɔːrdɪəm//

KK: /praɪˈmɔrdɪəm/

noun

Definition: A part or organ in its earliest and simplest form during development.

Example: The primordium of the heart begins to form early in embryonic development.

printing

IPA: /ˈprɪntɪŋ/

KK: /ˈprɪntɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process or art of producing text and images on paper or other materials using ink and a printing press or similar methods.

Example: The printing of the new book will start next week.

prion

IPA: /ˈpraɪ.ɒn/

KK: /ˈpraɪɒn/

noun

Definition: A tiny protein particle that can cause diseases in the brain by changing normal proteins into abnormal ones, and does not contain any genetic material like DNA or RNA.

Example: Scientists are studying prions to understand how they cause brain diseases.

prism

IPA: /ˈprɪzəm/

KK: /ˈprɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A solid object that has two identical ends and flat sides, often made of glass, which can separate light into different colors or reflect it.

Example: The scientist used a prism to demonstrate how light can be split into a rainbow of colors.

prismatic

IPA: /prɪˈzmætɪk/

KK: /ˈprɪzmætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having many colors that change or shine like a rainbow, often seen when light passes through a prism.

Example: The artist used prismatic colors in her painting to create a vibrant effect.

prismatically

IPA: /prɪzˈmætɪkli/

KK: /prɪzˈmætɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to or resembles a prism, often referring to the dispersion of light into colors.

Example: The light shone prismatically, creating a beautiful spectrum on the wall.

prismatoid

IPA: /ˈprɪzməˌtɔɪd/

KK: /ˈprɪzməˌtɔɪd/

noun

Definition: A three-dimensional shape with flat surfaces, where all the corners are located in two parallel planes.

Example: The architect designed a building with a prismatoid shape to enhance its aesthetic appeal.

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