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Topic: Nature

caldera

IPA: /kælˈdɛrə/

KK: /kælˈdɛrə/

noun

Definition: A large, bowl-shaped depression formed by the collapse of a volcano after a major eruption or explosion.

Example: The caldera was filled with water, creating a beautiful lake.

calendula

IPA: /kəˈlɛndjʊlə/

KK: /kəˈlɛndjʊlə/

noun

Definition: A type of flowering plant known for its bright yellow or orange flowers, often used in gardens and for medicinal purposes.

Example: The gardener planted calendula to add color to the flower bed.

calf

IPA: /kæf/

KK: /kæf/

noun

Definition: A young cow or bull, or the back part of the human leg between the knee and ankle.

Example: The farmer raised a calf on his farm.

caliche

IPA: /kəˈliːtʃi/

KK: /kəˈliːtʃi/

noun

Definition: A type of natural mineral found in dry areas, often containing sodium nitrate or calcium carbonate, used as fertilizer or found in the soil.

Example: Farmers in arid regions often use caliche as a natural fertilizer to improve soil quality.

calicle

IPA: /ˈkælɪˌkəl/

KK: /ˈkælɪˌkəl/

noun

Definition: A small cup-shaped structure or cavity, often found in certain organisms or plants.

Example: The calicle of the coral provides a protective space for the polyp.

calico

IPA: /ˈkælɪkoʊ/

KK: /ˈkælɪkoʊ/

noun

Definition: A type of fabric that is often brightly colored and printed, or a cat with a coat that has patches of white, red, and black.

Example: The calico cat sat on the windowsill, basking in the sun.

caliginous

IPA: /kəˈlɪdʒɪnəs/

KK: /kəˈlɪdʒɪnəs/

adjective

Definition: Having a dark, misty, or gloomy quality; often used to describe a place or atmosphere that is dim and unclear.

Example: The caliginous forest was filled with shadows and an eerie silence.

calluna

IPA: /kəˈluːnə/

KK: /kəˈluːnə/

noun

Definition: A type of flowering plant that belongs to the heath family, commonly found in Europe and known for its small, bell-shaped flowers.

Example: The garden was filled with beautiful calluna plants, blooming in shades of purple and pink.

caltrop

IPA: /ˈkæltrɒp/

KK: /ˈkæltrəp/

noun

Definition: A type of metal device with four sharp points that can puncture tires or harm animals, or a plant with spiny fruits.

Example: The soldiers used caltrops to slow down the enemy's vehicles.

calve

IPA: /kæv/

KK: /kæv/

intransitive verb

Definition: To give birth to a young cow or calf.

Example: The cow will calve in the spring.

transitive verb

Definition: To give birth to a young cow or bull.

Example: The farmer's cow will calve in the spring.

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