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Topic: Nature

cairn

IPA: /kɛrn/

KK: /kɛrn/

noun

Definition: A pile of stones that is built to mark a place or to remember someone.

Example: We found a cairn on the hiking trail that marked the way to the summit.

cairned

IPA: /kɛrn/

KK: /kɛrn/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has a cairn, which is a pile of stones used as a marker or memorial.

Example: The hikers reached the cairned summit, where they could see the beautiful valley below.

cairngorm

IPA: //ˈkɛərnɡɔːrm//

KK: /ˈkɛrənˌgɔrm/

noun

Definition: A type of crystalline quartz that is usually yellow or smoky brown in color.

Example: The jeweler used a beautiful cairngorm in the ring.

cajeput

IPA: /ˈkædʒəˌpʌt/

KK: /ˈkædʒəˌpʌt/

noun

Definition: A type of tree found in Australia and Southeast Asia that produces a strong-smelling oil used for medicinal purposes.

Example: The cajeput tree is known for its aromatic oil, which is often used in traditional medicine.

cajuput

IPA: //ˈkædʒʊpʌt//

KK: /ˈkædʒʊˌpʌt/

noun

Definition: A type of oil that comes from the leaves of a tree found in East India, known for its strong smell and taste.

Example: The cajuput oil is often used in traditional medicine for its soothing properties.

calabash

IPA: /ˈkæl.ə.bæʃ/

KK: /ˈkæl.ə.bæʃ/

noun

Definition: A type of container or utensil made from the dried shell of a gourd, often used for holding liquids or food.

Example: She served the soup in a beautiful calabash made from a gourd.

caladium

IPA: /kəˈleɪdiəm/

KK: /kəˈleɪdiəm/

noun

Definition: A type of tropical plant known for its colorful and decorative leaves, often found in gardens and homes.

Example: The caladium in my garden has beautiful pink and green leaves that brighten up the space.

calamint

IPA: /kæˈlɛmɪnt/

KK: /kæˈlɛmɪnt/

noun

Definition: A type of plant from the mint family, known for its aromatic leaves and small clusters of flowers that can be pink, lilac, or white.

Example: The garden was filled with the fragrant scent of calamint, attracting many bees and butterflies.

calamite

IPA: /kəˈlæmaɪt/

KK: /kəˈlæmaɪt/

noun

Definition: An extinct type of tree that lived during the Carboniferous period, related to modern horsetails and known for its tall, jointed stems.

Example: The fossilized remains of a calamite were discovered in the coal mine, providing insight into ancient plant life.

calamus

IPA: /ˈkæləməs/

KK: /ˈkæləməs/

noun

Definition: A type of climbing palm plant found mainly in tropical Asia, known for its strong and flexible stems that are used to make rattan. It can also refer to the underground stem of the sweet flag plant, which is used in perfumes.

Example: The artisan crafted beautiful furniture from the rattan sourced from the calamus plant.

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