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Topic: Nature

burnie

IPA: /ˈbɜːrni/

KK: /ˈbɜrni/

noun

Definition: A small stream or brook, often found in rural areas.

Example: The children played by the burnie, enjoying the sound of the flowing water.

burning

IPA: /ˈbɜːrnɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbɜrnɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Having a strong feeling or emotion; also refers to something that is on fire or producing heat.

Example: She felt a burning desire to help those in need.

burr

IPA: /bɜːr/

KK: /bɜr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To produce a low, continuous, buzzing or whirring sound, often associated with machinery or certain vocal qualities.

Example: The engine began to burr as it warmed up.

noun

Definition: A rough edge or area left on a material after it has been cut or shaped, or a buzzing sound.

Example: The metal had a sharp burr that needed to be smoothed out before use.

transitive verb

Definition: To create a rough edge or sound on something, often by cutting or shaping it.

Example: He used a file to burr the edges of the metal piece.

burrfish

IPA: /ˈbɜːrˌfɪʃ/

KK: /ˈbɜrˌfɪʃ/

noun

Definition: A type of fish that has hard, flat spines on its body, which can make it look like a ball when threatened.

Example: The burrfish can inflate its body to protect itself from predators.

burrow

IPA: /ˈbɜːroʊ/

KK: /ˈbɜːroʊ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To dig a hole or tunnel in the ground for living or hiding.

Example: The rabbit decided to burrow into the soft earth to create a safe home.

noun

Definition: A hole or tunnel that is dug in the ground by a small animal, like a rabbit or mole, to live in or find safety.

Example: The rabbit quickly disappeared into its burrow when it sensed danger.

transitive verb

Definition: To dig a hole or tunnel in the ground, often for shelter or to hide.

Example: The rabbit will burrow into the ground to create a safe home.

burrower

IPA: /ˈbɜːrəʊər/

KK: /ˈbɜːroʊər/

noun

Definition: An animal that creates and lives in a hole underground.

Example: The rabbit is a common burrower found in many gardens.

burry

IPA: /ˈbɜːri/

KK: /ˈbɜːri/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has small, prickly parts or burs on its surface.

Example: The burry plant made it difficult to walk through the field without getting scratched.

burseed

IPA: //ˈbɜːr.siːd//

KK: /ˈbɜrˌsid/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that belongs to the stickseed family, originally from Europe and now found in the United States.

Example: The burseed is often found in fields and along roadsides.

bursera

IPA: /bɜːrˈsɛrə/

KK: /bɜrˈsɛrə/

noun

Definition: A type of tree that produces a fragrant resin, commonly used for making varnish and incense.

Example: The bursera tree is known for its aromatic resin that is often used in traditional ceremonies.

burst

IPA: /bɜrst/

KK: /bɜrst/

intransitive verb

Definition: To break open suddenly or violently, often due to pressure, or to suddenly appear or happen.

Example: The balloon burst when it touched the sharp edge.

noun

Definition: A sudden and intense occurrence of something, such as activity or energy, often happening quickly and briefly.

Example: The fireworks ended with a burst of colorful lights in the sky.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something break open suddenly, often with a loud noise, usually because of pressure or force.

Example: He accidentally burst the balloon while playing.

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