IPA: /ˈtriːneɪl/
KK: /ˈtrēˌnāl/
Definition: A wooden peg used to join pieces of wood together, especially in the construction of ships, which expands when it gets wet to create a tight fit.
Example: The shipwright used a treenail to secure the planks of the hull.
IPA: //trəˈheɪloʊs//
KK: /trɛhəˌloʊs/
Definition: A type of sugar made up of two smaller sugar molecules, found in some fungi and insects, that tastes sweet and is used in some foods.
Example: Trehalose is often used as a sweetener in various food products.
IPA: /ˈtrɛlɪsˌwɜːrk/
KK: /ˈtrɛlɪsˌwɜrk/
Definition: A type of framework made of interlaced wood or metal strips, often used to support climbing plants or as a decorative feature in gardens and architecture.
Example: The garden was beautifully decorated with trelliswork that supported vibrant climbing roses.
IPA: /ˈtrɛn.eɪl/
KK: /ˈtrɛnəl/
Definition: A type of wooden peg used to fasten or secure two pieces of wood together, often in shipbuilding or carpentry.
Example: The carpenter used a trenail to join the two beams securely.
IPA: /ˈtrɛsəlˌwɜrk/
KK: /ˈtrɛsəlˌwɜrk/
Definition: A framework made of beams or supports that holds up a structure, like a bridge or a platform.
Example: The old railway bridge was supported by a sturdy trestlework that had stood for decades.
IPA: //traɪˈæsəˌteɪt//
KK: /traɪˈæsəˌteɪt/
Definition: A type of fiber made from cellulose that has been treated with three acetate groups, often used in textiles.
Example: The dress was made from a soft triacetate fabric that draped beautifully.
IPA: //traɪˈæsɪd//
KK: /traɪˈæsɪd/
Definition: Describing a substance that can react with three molecules of a monobasic acid or contains three replaceable hydrogen atoms.
Example: The triacid compound can neutralize three moles of a strong acid.
Definition: A type of acid that has three hydrogen atoms that can be replaced in a chemical reaction.
Example: The chemist explained how a triacid can donate three protons in a reaction.
IPA: //traɪˈæŋɡjʊˌleɪt//
KK: /traɪˈæŋɡjʊˌleɪt/
Definition: Relating to or shaped like triangles.
Example: The architect designed a triangulate roof for the building.
Definition: To determine the location of something by forming triangles and using their angles and distances.
Example: The surveyor had to triangulate the position of the new building accurately.
IPA: //traɪˈæŋɡjʊleɪʃən//
KK: /traɪˈæŋɡjʊleɪʃən/
Definition: A method used in surveying and navigation to determine the location of a point by forming triangles with known points.
Example: The surveyor used triangulation to accurately map the area.
IPA: //traɪˈæksiəl//
KK: /traɪˈæksɪəl/
Definition: Describing something that has three different axes or directions.
Example: The triaxial test is used to measure the strength of soil under different conditions.
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