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Topic: Nature

denudation

IPA: /dɪˈnjuːdeɪʃən/

KK: /dɪˈnjuːdeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of removing the surface layer of something, often referring to the exposure of rocks or soil by natural forces like water or wind.

Example: The denudation of the landscape was evident after the heavy rains washed away the topsoil.

denuded

IPA: /dɪˈnjuːdɪd/

KK: /dɪˈnjudɪd/

adjective

Definition: Made bare or stripped of covering, often referring to land or vegetation that has been eroded or cleared away.

Example: The denuded landscape showed the effects of years of erosion and deforestation.

verb

Definition: To remove all covering or vegetation from an area, leaving it bare.

Example: The heavy rains denuded the hillside, exposing the soil underneath.

deodar

IPA: /ˈdiːədɑːr/

KK: /ˈdiːədɑːr/

noun

Definition: A tall tree that is native to the Himalayas, known for its drooping branches and dark green leaves. It is often used for timber and has various cultivars with different leaf colors.

Example: The deodar tree in the garden provides a beautiful shade during the summer months.

depauperate

IPA: /dɪˈpɔːpəreɪt/

KK: /dɪˈpɔːpərɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is lacking in growth, development, or richness, often appearing stunted or impoverished.

Example: The depauperate landscape showed little sign of life or diversity.

depredate

IPA: //ˈdɛprɪdeɪt//

KK: /dɛpˈrɛdeɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take goods or resources by force, often causing damage or destruction.

Example: The pirates would depredate the coastal villages, leaving them in ruins.

transitive verb

Definition: To steal or destroy things, especially in a violent or aggressive way.

Example: The pirates depredated the coastal village, taking everything of value.

depredation

IPA: /ˌdɛprɪˈdeɪʃən/

KK: /dɛprɪˈdeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A harmful act that causes damage or destruction, often through stealing or attacking.

Example: The depredation of the forest by illegal loggers has caused significant environmental damage.

depredator

IPA: //ˈdɛprɪdeɪtər//

KK: /dɛpˈrɛdətər/

noun

Definition: A person or animal that attacks or plunders, causing damage or destruction.

Example: The depredator moved silently through the forest, searching for its next prey.

depredatory

IPA: //ˌdɛprɪˈdeɪtəri//

KK: /dɛprɪˌdeɪtəri/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is harmful or destructive, often by stealing or taking away resources.

Example: The depredatory behavior of the invasive species led to a decline in the local wildlife population.

depth

IPA: /dɛpθ/

KK: /dɛpθ/

noun

Definition: The distance from the top to the bottom of something, or how deep something is. It can also refer to the intensity or complexity of something.

Example: The depth of the lake is over 30 meters.

depthless

IPA: /ˈdɛpθləs/

KK: /ˈdɛpθləs/

adjective

Definition: Having no measurable depth or a depth that cannot be determined.

Example: The ocean appeared depthless, stretching endlessly into the horizon.

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