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Topic: Nature

epiphytic

IPA: /ɪˈpɪfɪtɪk/

KK: /ɪˈpɪfɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of plant that grows on another plant but does not take nutrients from it, often found in trees.

Example: The epiphytic orchids thrive high in the rainforest canopy.

epiphytically

IPA: /ɪˈpɪfɪtɪkli/

KK: /ɪˈpɪfɪtɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to plants that grow on other plants but do not take nutrients from them.

Example: The orchids grew epiphytically on the branches of the trees, thriving without harming their hosts.

epiphytism

IPA: /ɪˈpɪfɪtɪzəm/

KK: /ɪˈpɪfɪtɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being a plant that grows on another plant but does not take nutrients from it, often found in tropical environments.

Example: The epiphytism of orchids allows them to thrive high in the trees, where they can access sunlight and moisture.

epiphytotic

IPA: /ˌɛpɪfaɪˈtɒtɪk/

KK: /ɪˌpɪfɪˈtɑtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a sudden and widespread outbreak of a plant disease that can affect many plants over a large area.

Example: The epiphytotic spread of the disease devastated the local crops.

episcia

IPA: /ˈɛpɪʃə/

KK: /ɛˈpɪʃə/

noun

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

Example: The episcia in my living room adds a vibrant touch with its bright foliage.

epizoic

IPA: /ˌɛpɪˈzoʊɪk/

KK: /ɪˈpɪzoʊɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing organisms that live or grow on the outside of an animal's body.

Example: The epizoic barnacles attached themselves to the whale's skin.

epizooty

IPA: /ˌɛpɪˈzuːti/

KK: /ˌɛpɪˈzuːti/

noun

Definition: A disease that spreads quickly among animals in a specific area, similar to an epidemic in humans.

Example: The region experienced an epizooty that affected many livestock.

equator

IPA: /ɪˈkweɪtə/

KK: /ɪˈkwetər/

noun

Definition: An imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, located equidistant from the North and South Poles.

Example: The equator is an important reference point for geography and climate.

equatorial

IPA: /ˌiːkwəˈtɔːriəl/

KK: /ɪˈkwɑːtərɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or located at the equator, which is the imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

Example: The equatorial region is known for its warm climate and diverse wildlife.

noun

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available

equatorward

IPA: //ɪˈkweɪtəwərd//

KK: /ɪˈkwetərˌwɔrd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or situated in the direction of the equator.

Example: The climate becomes warmer as you travel equatorward.

adverb

Definition: In the direction of the equator or closer to the equator.

Example: The winds blew equatorward, bringing warmer temperatures.

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