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Topic: Inventions

project

IPA: /prəˈdʒɛkt/

KK: /prɒdʒɛkt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To extend or stick out from a surface or boundary.

Example: The roof beams project over the edge of the house.

noun

Definition: A specific plan or task that is carried out to achieve a goal, often involving a group of people working together.

Example: The students worked hard on their science project for the school fair.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something to be seen or heard in a particular way, or to plan or intend something for the future.

Example: The teacher projected the image onto the screen during the lesson.

projectile

IPA: /prəˈdʒɛk.taɪl/

KK: /prəˈdʒɛk.taɪl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be thrown or pushed forward with force.

Example: The projectile motion of the rocket was carefully calculated before launch.

noun

Definition: An object that is thrown, fired, or propelled through the air, often used in weapons or sports.

Example: The soldier aimed carefully before launching the projectile from the catapult.

projecting

IPA: /prəˈdʒɛktɪŋ/

KK: /prəˈdʒɛktɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that extends outward or gives an appearance that is noticeable or prominent.

Example: The projecting roof of the house provides shade on sunny days.

verb

Definition: To show or display something, often on a surface, or to estimate or predict something based on current information.

Example: The teacher is projecting the slides onto the screen for the class.

prolate

IPA: /prəˈleɪt/

KK: /proˈleɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing a shape that is longer along the axis that connects the poles, such as a spheroid that is stretched in that direction.

Example: The Earth is not a perfect sphere; it is a prolate shape due to its rotation.

proleg

IPA: /ˈproʊlɛg/

KK: /ˈproʊlɛg/

noun

Definition: A small, stubby limb found on the body of some insect larvae, particularly caterpillars, that helps them move or grip surfaces.

Example: The caterpillar used its prolegs to hold onto the leaf as it fed.

proliferate

IPA: /prəˈlɪfəreɪt/

KK: /prəˈlɪfəˌreɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To grow or increase quickly in number or amount, often by producing new parts or offspring.

Example: The number of new businesses began to proliferate in the area, attracting more customers.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something grow or increase quickly and in large numbers.

Example: The new policies will help proliferate the use of renewable energy.

proline

IPA: /ˈproʊliːn/

KK: /ˈproʊlaɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of amino acid that is commonly found in proteins and is important for the structure of collagen in the body.

Example: Proline is essential for the production of collagen, which helps maintain skin elasticity.

prolog

IPA: /ˈproʊlɒg/

KK: /ˈproʊlɒg/

noun

Definition: A programming language that uses logical statements instead of commands to perform tasks, allowing for logical reasoning and inference.

Example: Prolog is often used in artificial intelligence for tasks that involve complex problem-solving.

promethium

IPA: /prəˈmiːθiəm/

KK: /prəˈmiːθiəm/

noun

Definition: A radioactive metal that is part of the rare-earth elements, created from uranium or neodymium, and has various isotopes used for producing beta rays.

Example: Promethium is used in some types of batteries and luminous paints.

pronephric

IPA: //proʊˈnɛfrɪk//

KK: /proʊˈnɛfrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the first stage of kidney development in some vertebrates, known as the pronephros.

Example: The pronephric stage is crucial in the early development of the kidney in certain animals.

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