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Topic: Law

governmentalize

IPA: /ɡəˈvɜːrn.mən.tə.laɪz/

KK: /gəˈvɪrnˌmɛntəˌlaɪz/

verb

Definition: To place a private organization or entity under the control or authority of the government.

Example: The new policy aims to governmentalize several industries to ensure better regulation.

governmentese

IPA: /ˌɡʌvərˈmɛnˌtiːz/

KK: /ˌgʌvərˈmɛnˌtiːz/

noun

Definition: A type of language or jargon that is used by government officials and agencies, often characterized by complex terms and phrases that may be difficult for the general public to understand.

Example: The report was filled with governmentese, making it hard for citizens to grasp the main points.

governor

IPA: /ˈɡʌvərnər/

KK: /ˈgʌvərnər/

noun

Definition: A person who is in charge of a specific area or organization, often in a political context, such as a state or territory.

Example: The governor announced new policies to improve education in the state.

governorate

IPA: /ˈɡʌvərnəˌreɪt/

KK: /ˈgʌvərnərɪt/

noun

Definition: A region or area that is governed by a governor, often similar to a province, especially in Arab countries.

Example: The governorate is responsible for local administration and governance.

graft

IPA: /ɡræft/

KK: /græft/

intransitive verb

Definition: To join or attach something, especially in a way that allows it to grow or develop together with another.

Example: The gardener decided to graft a new branch onto the old tree to improve its fruit production.

noun

Definition: A piece of living tissue or an organ that is attached to a part of the body to replace something that is damaged, or a method of joining a part of a plant to another plant.

Example: The surgeon used a skin graft to help heal the wound.

transitive verb

Definition: To join a plant or part of a plant to another so that they grow together, or to implant living tissue into a body to replace something damaged.

Example: The gardener decided to graft a new variety of apple onto the existing tree.

grangerism

IPA: //ˈɡreɪndʒərɪzəm//

KK: /ˈɡreɪndʒərɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The act of using illustrations or engravings from other books to enhance a specific book.

Example: The author's latest work is a fine example of grangerism, featuring beautiful engravings from various sources.

grant

IPA: /ɡrænt/

KK: /grænt/

noun

Definition: A sum of money given by an organization or government for a specific purpose, often for research or projects.

Example: The university received a grant to fund its new research program.

transitive verb

Definition: To give or allow someone something, often as a favor or privilege.

Example: The school decided to grant scholarships to deserving students.

grantable

IPA: /ˈɡræntəbl/

KK: /ˈɡræntəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be given or allowed, often referring to permissions, rights, or benefits that can be officially provided.

Example: The scholarship is grantable to students who meet the eligibility criteria.

grantee

IPA: /ɡrænˈtiː/

KK: /ˈɡrænˌti/

noun

Definition: A person or organization that receives a grant or a legal right from another party.

Example: The grantee must follow the terms outlined in the grant agreement.

granter

IPA: /ˈɡræn.tər/

KK: /ˈɡræn.tɚ/

noun

Definition: A person or entity that gives or provides something, often in a formal or official capacity.

Example: The granter of the scholarship reviewed all the applications carefully.

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