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Topic: Nature

calving

IPA: /ˈkæv.ɪŋ/

KK: /ˈkæl.vɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of a cow or other animal giving birth to a calf, or the breaking away of ice from a glacier or iceberg.

Example: The calving season for cows usually occurs in the spring.

verb

Definition: The act of giving birth to a calf, typically used in reference to cows or other large mammals.

Example: The farmer is calving his cows in the spring.

calyceal

IPA: /ˌkeɪlɪˈsiːəl/

KK: /kæləˌsiəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the calyx, which is the outer part of a flower that protects the petals and reproductive organs.

Example: The calyceal structure of the flower is essential for its development.

calycle

IPA: /ˈkælɪˌkɛl/

KK: /ˈkælɪˌkɛl/

noun

Definition: A row of small leaf-like structures found at the base of a flower's outer part, known as the calyx.

Example: The calycle helps protect the developing flower buds.

calypter

IPA: /kəˈlɪptər/

KK: /kəˈlɪptər/

noun

Definition: A small, scale-like part found on certain flies, located between the wing base and the halter.

Example: The calypter helps to protect the delicate wings of the fly when it is not in use.

calyptra

IPA: /kəˈlɪp.trə/

KK: /kəˈlɪp.trə/

noun

Definition: A protective cap or hood that covers the spore case of certain plants, especially mosses.

Example: The calyptra protects the developing spores inside the moss capsule.

calyx

IPA: /ˈkeɪ.lɪks/

KK: /ˈkeɪlɪks/

noun

Definition: A part of a flower that is made up of the outer leaves, usually green, which protect the flower before it blooms.

Example: The calyx of the rose was still intact, shielding the delicate petals inside.

camas

IPA: /ˈkæməs/

KK: /ˈkæməs/

noun

Definition: A type of plant from the lily family, known for its grass-like leaves and blue flowers, which has edible bulbs that were important food for some Native American tribes.

Example: The camas plant blooms beautifully in the spring, attracting many pollinators.

camass

IPA: /kəˈmæs/

KK: /kəˈmæs/

noun

Definition: A type of plant from the genus Camassia, commonly found in North and South America, known for its blue flowers and edible bulbs that were traditionally harvested for food by Native Americans.

Example: The camass plant blooms beautifully in the spring, attracting many pollinators.

camel

IPA: //ˈkæm.əl//

KK: /ˈkæməl/

noun

Definition: A large animal with a long neck and one or two humps on its back, commonly found in desert areas. They are used for carrying loads and can survive long periods without water.

Example: The camel walked slowly across the hot desert sand.

camelback

IPA: //ˈkæməlˌbæk//

KK: /ˈkæməlˌbæk/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape that resembles a hump or an arching curve.

Example: The camelback design of the bridge allows for better airflow underneath.

noun

Definition: A type of house that has a single story at the front and two stories at the back, often found in New Orleans.

Example: The camelback house style is popular in certain neighborhoods of New Orleans.

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