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Topic: Inventions

sawlike

IPA: /ˈsɔːlaɪk/

KK: /sɔːlaɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape or appearance similar to that of a saw, often with sharp edges or teeth.

Example: The sawlike edges of the blade made it perfect for cutting through tough materials.

sawmill

IPA: /ˈsɔːˌmɪl/

KK: /ˈsɔːˌmɪl/

noun

Definition: A place or facility where logs are cut into lumber or boards using large machines.

Example: The workers at the sawmill processed hundreds of logs each day.

sawtooth

IPA: /ˈsɔːtuːθ/

KK: /ˈsɔːtuːθ/

adjective

Definition: Describing a shape or pattern that has sharp, pointed peaks and valleys, resembling the teeth of a saw.

Example: The sawtooth waveform is commonly used in electronic music to create rich sounds.

noun

Definition: A sharp, jagged edge or pattern that resembles the teeth of a saw.

Example: The graph showed a sawtooth pattern, rising sharply and then dropping down.

saxitoxin

IPA: //sækˈsɪtɒksɪn//

KK: /sækˈsɪtɒksɪn/

noun

Definition: A strong poison made by certain tiny ocean plants that can build up in shellfish, causing illness in people who eat them.

Example: Eating shellfish contaminated with saxitoxin can lead to serious health issues.

scabbling

IPA: /ˈskæb.lɪŋ/

KK: /ˈskæb.lɪŋ/

noun

Definition: Small pieces of stone that are left over after shaping a larger stone into a rough square using tools like an axe or hammer.

Example: The workers collected the scabbling from the quarry to use in their construction project.

verb

Definition: To scrape or scratch at a surface, often in a rough or hasty manner.

Example: The workers were scabbling the old paint off the walls before applying a new coat.

scaffold

IPA: /ˈskæf.əld/

KK: /ˈskæf.əld/

noun

Definition: A temporary structure used to support workers and materials during construction or maintenance at height.

Example: The workers used a scaffold to reach the top of the building safely.

transitive verb

Definition: To support or provide a structure using a raised framework or platform, often used in construction or for supporting something temporarily.

Example: The workers will scaffold the building to ensure safety during the renovations.

scagliola

IPA: /ˌskæɡˈliːə/

KK: /skæɡˈliːə/

noun

Definition: A type of plaster that looks like marble, made from ground gypsum and glue mixed with colored dust from marble or granite. It is often used for decorative purposes in buildings, such as floors and columns.

Example: The artist used scagliola to create beautiful marble-like patterns on the walls.

scalage

IPA: //ˈskeɪlɪdʒ//

KK: /ˈskælɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: A calculated percentage of the total price or amount of goods that accounts for loss or reduction during shipping or storage.

Example: The scalage was applied to the invoice to adjust for the expected loss of goods during transport.

scalariform

IPA: //ˈskeɪlərɪfɔːrm//

KK: /ˈskɛlərɪfɔrm/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape or structure that resembles a ladder, often with crossbars or markings similar to the rungs of a ladder.

Example: The plant's vascular tissue is scalariform, allowing for efficient transport of nutrients.

scaldic

IPA: /ˈskɔːldɪk/

KK: /ˈskɔldɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the scalds, who were poets in Norse culture known for their skill in composing verse.

Example: The scaldic tradition is an important part of Norse literature.

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