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Topic: Inventions

vulcanisation

IPA: /ˌvʌl.kə.naɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

KK: /vʌlˈkeɪnɪzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A process of treating rubber or similar materials with heat and sulfur to improve their strength and elasticity.

Example: The vulcanisation of rubber is essential for making durable tires.

vulcanise

IPA: /ˈvʌlkənaɪz/

KK: /ˈvʌlkənaɪz/

verb

Definition: To treat rubber or similar materials with heat and chemicals to make them stronger and more durable.

Example: The factory uses a special process to vulcanise the rubber for tires.

vulcanization

IPA: /ˌvʌl.kə.nəˈzeɪ.ʃən/

KK: /vʌl.kə.nəˈzeɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: A method used to make rubber stronger and more durable by heating it with sulfur and other chemicals.

Example: The vulcanization of rubber is essential for making tires that can withstand high temperatures and pressures.

vulcanize

IPA: /ˈvʌlkənaɪz/

KK: /ˈvʌlkəˌnaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To make rubber stronger and more durable by mixing it with sulfur and heating it under pressure.

Example: The factory uses a special process to vulcanize the rubber for better performance.

vulcanologist

IPA: /ˌvʌl.kəˈnɒl.ə.dʒɪst/

KK: /vʌlˈkænəˌlɒdʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies volcanoes and their activity.

Example: The vulcanologist explained the dangers of the recent volcanic eruption.

vulcanology

IPA: /vʌlˈkænəˌlɒdʒi/

KK: /vʌlˈkænəˌlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The scientific study of volcanoes, lava, magma, and related geological phenomena.

Example: She decided to pursue a career in vulcanology to study the effects of volcanic eruptions on the environment.

wadding

IPA: /ˈwɒd.ɪŋ/

KK: /ˈwɒdɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A soft material made of cotton, wool, or similar fibers, used for padding, stuffing, or filling in various items.

Example: The quilt was filled with soft wadding to keep it warm.

warp

IPA: /wɔrp/

KK: /wɔrp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become bent or twisted out of shape, or to turn away from a straight path.

Example: The metal began to warp when exposed to high heat.

noun

Definition: A twist or distortion in something, often referring to wood or fabric, or a change in mental or moral perspective.

Example: The old wooden table had a noticeable warp that made it uneven.

transitive verb

Definition: To twist or bend something out of its normal shape, often due to heat or pressure, or to influence someone or something in a way that is unfair or biased.

Example: The heat caused the plastic to warp, making it unusable.

warpage

IPA: /ˈwɔːrpeɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈwɔrˌpeɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: The process of bending or twisting something out of its original shape, often due to heat or moisture.

Example: The warpage of the wooden board made it difficult to fit into the frame.

warped

IPA: /wɔːrpt/

KK: /wɔrpt/

adjective

Definition: Something that is twisted or bent out of its normal shape, often in a way that makes it look strange or unusual.

Example: The old wooden door was warped from years of exposure to moisture.

verb

Definition: To bend or twist out of shape, often due to heat or pressure.

Example: The heat from the fire warped the metal frame of the door.

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