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Topic: Nature

cinchona

IPA: /sɪnˈkoʊnə/

KK: /sɪnˈkoʊnə/

noun

Definition: A type of tree or shrub from South America that produces bark used to make medicine for treating malaria.

Example: Cinchona trees are important because their bark contains quinine, which is used to treat malaria.

cinder

IPA: /ˈsɪndər/

KK: /ˈsɪndər/

noun

Definition: A small piece of burned material that is not completely turned to ash and can still burn without flames.

Example: After the campfire went out, only a few cinders remained in the fire pit.

transitive verb

Definition: To burn something until it turns into small pieces of ash or remains.

Example: The fire cindered the old wooden chair, leaving only ashes behind.

cindery

IPA: /ˈsɪndəri/

KK: /ˈsɪndəri/

adjective

Definition: Having the appearance or characteristics of cinders, which are the small, burnt remains of coal or wood.

Example: The cindery landscape after the fire looked desolate and gray.

cineraria

IPA: //sɪnəˈrɛəriə//

KK: /sɪnəˈrɛəriə/

noun

Definition: A type of ornamental plant known for its colorful flowers and attractive leaves, often grown indoors or in gardens.

Example: The cineraria in the garden bloomed beautifully with vibrant colors.

cinerary

IPA: /ˈsɪn.əˌrɛr.i/

KK: /ˈsɪn.əˌrɛr.i/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or made of ashes, particularly the ashes of a person who has been cremated.

Example: The cinerary urn held the ashes of the beloved family member.

cinereous

IPA: /sɪˈnɪəriəs/

KK: /sɪˈnɪrɪəs/

adjective

Definition: Having a gray color that is mixed with black, similar to the color of ashes.

Example: The cinereous feathers of the bird made it blend in with the rocky landscape.

cinerin

IPA: //sɪˈnɛrɪn//

KK: /sɪˈnɛrɪn/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound used in insecticides, which can refer to either of two specific formulas.

Example: Cinerin is often used in agriculture to protect crops from pests.

cinnabar

IPA: //ˈsɪnəˌbɑːr//

KK: /ˈsɪnəˌbɑr/

noun

Definition: A heavy red mineral that contains mercury and is used as an important source of mercury and as a pigment.

Example: The artist used cinnabar to create a vibrant red color in her painting.

cinnabarine

IPA: //ˌsɪnəˈbɑːrɪn//

KK: /sɪnəˈbɑrɪn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling a bright red mineral often used in pigments and mercury extraction.

Example: The artist chose a cinnabarine hue for the painting to give it a vibrant look.

cinquefoil

IPA: //ˈsɪŋk.fɔɪl//

KK: /sɪŋkˈfɔɪl/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that belongs to the genus Potentilla, which typically has five leaflets and produces flowers that can be yellow, white, or red. It is commonly found in temperate and cold regions.

Example: The garden was filled with beautiful cinquefoils blooming in various colors.

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