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Topic: Inventions

rebore

IPA: /rɪˈbɔːr/

KK: /rɪˈbɔr/

verb

Definition: To make a hole larger or to reshape an existing hole, often using a tool.

Example: The mechanic had to rebore the engine cylinder to ensure a proper fit for the new piston.

rebuild

IPA: /rɪˈbɪld/

KK: /riˈbɪld/

transitive verb

Definition: To construct something again after it has been damaged or destroyed.

Example: After the storm, the community came together to rebuild the damaged houses.

recanalize

IPA: /ˌriːˈkænəlaɪz/

KK: /rɪˈkænəlaɪz/

verb

Definition: To restore or create a channel in a body, such as a blood vessel or a river, that has been blocked or narrowed.

Example: The surgeon was able to recanalize the blocked artery successfully.

recapture

IPA: //ˈriːˌkæp.tʃər//

KK: /ˈriːˌkæptʃər/

noun

Definition: The act of taking something back that was lost or taken away.

Example: The recapture of the stolen artwork was celebrated by the museum staff.

transitive verb

Definition: To capture something again that was previously taken or lost.

Example: The army was able to recapture the city after a long battle.

recentrifuged

IPA: //rɪˈsɛntrɪfjuːd//

KK: /rɪˈsɛntrɪfjud/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been subjected to a centrifuge process more than once.

Example: The sample was recentrifuged to ensure better separation of the components.

verb

Definition: To spin something again in a centrifuge to separate substances based on density.

Example: The samples were recentrifuged to ensure complete separation of the components.

receptor

IPA: /rɪˈsɛptər/

KK: /rɪˈsɛptər/

noun

Definition: A structure in a cell that can bind with specific substances like hormones or drugs, allowing the cell to respond to various signals.

Example: The receptor on the cell's surface detected the hormone and triggered a response.

rechargeable

IPA: /rɪˈtʃɑːrdʒəbl/

KK: /rɪˈtʃɑrdʒəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be charged again after being used, especially referring to batteries that can be filled with electricity from a power source.

Example: I bought a rechargeable battery for my camera so I wouldn't have to keep buying new ones.

noun

Definition: A device that can be charged again after its power has been used up.

Example: I bought a rechargeable battery for my camera.

rechart

IPA: /riːˈtʃɑːrt/

KK: /riːˈtʃɑːrt/

verb

Definition: To create a new chart or map, often to update or change the previous one.

Example: The team decided to rechart the project timeline after the initial plan failed.

reciprocating

IPA: /rɪˈsɪprəˌkeɪtɪŋ/

KK: /rɪˈsɪprəˌkeɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that moves back and forth in a regular pattern.

Example: The reciprocating motion of the engine helps it to function efficiently.

verb

Definition: To move back and forth in a regular pattern or to give and receive in return.

Example: The reciprocating motion of the engine helps it run smoothly.

reclad

IPA: /rɪˈklæd/

KK: /rɪˈklæd/

verb

Definition: To cover or coat something again with a material, usually for protection or insulation.

Example: The building was reclad to improve its energy efficiency.

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