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Topic: Nature

darkle

IPA: /ˈdɑrkəl/

KK: /ˈdɑrkəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become dark or unclear in appearance; to grow dim or gloomy.

Example: As the sun set, the sky began to darkle, casting shadows over the landscape.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something dark or unclear.

Example: The clouds began to darkle the sky before the storm.

darkling

IPA: /ˈdɑːrklɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdɑrk.lɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a state of low light or absence of light; often used to describe something that is not bright or is shadowy.

Example: The darkling sky signaled the approach of a storm.

adverb

Definition: In a state of darkness or lacking light.

Example: The forest was darkling as the sun set behind the trees.

noun

Definition: A term used to describe a state of darkness or dim light, often associated with twilight or the fading of daylight.

Example: The forest was quiet and still in the darkling, as the last rays of sunlight disappeared.

darkness

IPA: /ˈdɑːrk.nəs/

KK: /ˈdɑrk.nəs/

noun

Definition: The condition or quality of being without light; a state where there is little or no light present.

Example: The darkness of the cave made it difficult to see anything.

darnel

IPA: //ˈdɑrnəl//

KK: /ˈdɑrnəl/

noun

Definition: A type of grass that is often found in fields and can be considered a weed. It belongs to the genus Lolium and includes species like L. temulentum and L. perenne.

Example: Farmers often struggle with the growth of darnel in their fields because it competes with crops for nutrients.

darter

IPA: /ˈdɑːrtər/

KK: /ˈdɑrtər/

noun

Definition: A small, often colorful fish found in freshwater, particularly in North America, that belongs to the family Percidae.

Example: The darter swam swiftly among the rocks in the clear stream.

datura

IPA: /ˈdeɪtʃʊrə/

KK: /ˈdætʊrə/

noun

Definition: A type of plant known for its large trumpet-shaped flowers and prickly fruits, which can be toxic and have narcotic effects.

Example: The garden was filled with the striking blooms of datura, attracting both admiration and caution due to its poisonous nature.

dawn

IPA: //dɔːn//

KK: /dɔn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To start to become light in the morning or to begin to be understood or realized.

Example: As the sun began to rise, a beautiful light dawned over the horizon.

noun

Definition: The time in the morning when light first appears and the day begins.

Example: We woke up early to watch the dawn over the mountains.

dawning

IPA: /ˈdɔːnɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdɔːnɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The time when the sun rises and light begins to appear in the morning, or the beginning of something new.

Example: The dawning of a new era in technology has changed our lives significantly.

verb

Definition: To begin to appear or become visible, especially in the morning when the sun rises.

Example: The sun is dawning over the horizon, bringing light to the day.

dawnlike

IPA: /ˈdɔːnlaɪk/

KK: /dɔnlaɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having qualities or characteristics that are similar to the early morning light or atmosphere.

Example: The dawnlike glow of the sunrise filled the room with a warm, soft light.

daybreak

IPA: /ˈdeɪˌbreɪk/

KK: /deɪˌbreɪk/

noun

Definition: The time in the morning when the sun starts to rise and the day begins.

Example: We woke up early to watch the beautiful colors of daybreak.

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