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Topic: Nature

drifting

IPA: /ˈdrɪftɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdrɪftɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that moves without a fixed direction or purpose, often influenced by outside forces.

Example: The drifting clouds created a beautiful scene in the sky.

verb

Definition: To move slowly and smoothly without a specific direction or purpose, often carried by the wind or water.

Example: The boat was drifting gently on the calm lake.

driftnet

IPA: //ˈdrɪftˌnɛt//

KK: /ˈdrɪftˌnɛt/

noun

Definition: A type of fishing net that is allowed to drift with the current of the water, used to catch fish and other marine life.

Example: Fishermen often use a driftnet to catch large quantities of fish in open waters.

verb

Definition: To catch fish by using a type of net that floats in the water and allows fish to swim into it.

Example: Fishermen often driftnet in the ocean to catch large quantities of fish.

driftwood

IPA: //ˈdrɪftwʊd//

KK: /ˈdrɪftˌwʊd/

noun

Definition: Wood that is carried by water and often found floating or washed up on the shore.

Example: The beach was covered in driftwood after the storm.

drip

IPA: /drɪp/

KK: /drɪp/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a method of making coffee where hot water passes through ground coffee slowly, allowing the flavors to extract gradually.

Example: I prefer drip coffee because it has a smoother taste compared to other brewing methods.

intransitive verb

Definition: To fall or let liquid fall in small drops.

Example: The rain started to drip from the leaves after the storm.

noun

Definition: A small drop of liquid that falls from a surface, or the act of liquid falling in drops.

Example: I heard a drip coming from the kitchen faucet.

transitive verb

Definition: To allow a liquid to fall in small drops from a surface or object.

Example: She dripped water on the floor while filling the bucket.

dripstone

IPA: /ˈdrɪpstoʊn/

KK: /ˈdrɪpstoʊn/

noun

Definition: A type of stone formation that occurs when mineral-rich water drips and leaves deposits, often seen as stalactites or stalagmites in caves.

Example: The cave was filled with beautiful dripstones that sparkled in the light.

drizzle

IPA: /ˈdrɪz.əl/

KK: /ˈdrɪzəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To rain lightly in small drops, often in a continuous manner.

Example: It started to drizzle just as we left the house.

noun

Definition: A light and gentle rain that falls in small drops.

Example: The weather was perfect for a walk, with just a light drizzle in the air.

transitive verb

Definition: To pour a small amount of liquid in fine drops over something.

Example: She drizzled chocolate sauce over the cake.

droplet

IPA: /ˈdrɒplɪt/

KK: /ˈdrɒplɪt/

noun

Definition: A very small drop of liquid.

Example: A droplet of water fell from the leaf.

dropping

IPA: /ˈdrɒpɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdrɑpɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A small piece or amount that has fallen from something, often used to refer to waste or excrement from animals.

Example: The farmer found a dropping in the field, indicating that animals had passed through.

dropseed

IPA: /ˈdrɒpˌsiːd/

KK: /ˈdrɒpˌsiːd/

noun

Definition: A type of grass that belongs to the genus Sporobolus, often found in various habitats and known for its seed dispersal method.

Example: The dropseed grass swayed gently in the breeze, creating a beautiful landscape.

dropwort

IPA: //ˈdrɒp.wɜːt//

KK: /ˈdrɒpˌwɜrt/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that grows in Eurasia, known for its delicate leaves and small white flowers.

Example: The dropwort blooms beautifully in the summer, attracting many pollinators.

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