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Topic: Inventions

shadowgraphy

IPA: /ˈʃædoʊˌɡræfi/

KK: /ˈʃædoʊˌgræfi/

noun

Definition: The technique of creating images by placing an object in front of a light source to cast its shadow on a surface, often used in photography.

Example: The artist used shadowgraphy to create stunning images of the objects' silhouettes.

shaduf

IPA: /ʃəˈduːf/

KK: /ʃəˈduːf/

noun

Definition: A device used for lifting water, consisting of a long pole with a bucket on one end and a counterweight on the other.

Example: The farmer used a shaduf to irrigate his crops by lifting water from the river.

shapable

IPA: /ˈʃeɪpəbl/

KK: /ˈʃeɪpəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be formed or molded into a particular shape or form.

Example: The clay is shapable, making it easy to create different sculptures.

shapeable

IPA: /ˈʃeɪpəbl/

KK: /ˈʃeɪpəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be shaped or molded into a particular form or structure.

Example: The clay is shapeable, making it easy to create different sculptures.

shaped

IPA: /ʃeɪpt/

KK: /ʃeɪpt/

adjective

Definition: Having a specific form or outline, often referring to something that has been molded or designed in a particular way.

Example: The artist created a beautifully shaped sculpture from clay.

verb

Definition: To have formed or molded something into a specific form or outline.

Example: The artist shaped the clay into a beautiful sculpture.

shapen

IPA: /ˈʃeɪpən/

KK: /ˈʃeɪpən/

adjective

Definition: Having a clear and defined shape, often used to describe objects that are formed or designed in a specific way.

Example: The artist created a shapen sculpture that captured the essence of movement.

verb

Definition: To form or mold something into a particular shape or design.

Example: The artist will shapen the clay into a beautiful sculpture.

shaper

IPA: /ˈʃeɪpər/

KK: /ˈʃeɪpər/

noun

Definition: A person who creates or designs something, often shaping materials into a specific form or style.

Example: The shaper crafted a beautiful surfboard that glided smoothly on the waves.

shatter

IPA: /ˈʃætər/

KK: /ˈʃætər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To break into many small pieces suddenly and violently.

Example: The glass will shatter if you drop it on the floor.

noun

Definition: A state or condition where something is broken into many pieces, often used in the plural form.

Example: The vase fell and was left in shatters on the floor.

transitive verb

Definition: To break something suddenly into many pieces, often with a strong force or impact.

Example: The loud noise caused the glass to shatter all over the floor.

sheathing

IPA: /ˈʃiːθɪŋ/

KK: /ˈʃiːθɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A layer of material, often wood or fiber, that is applied to the outside of a building's structure to provide support and a base for weatherproofing.

Example: The contractor installed the sheathing before adding the exterior siding to the house.

sheave

IPA: /ʃiːv/

KK: /ʃiv/

noun

Definition: A round object with a groove around its edge, used to help lift or move things, often found in machines or as part of a pulley system.

Example: The mechanic replaced the old sheave to ensure the pulley system worked smoothly.

transitive verb

Definition: To gather and bind together into a bundle, especially of grain or similar materials.

Example: Farmers often sheave the wheat after harvesting it.

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