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Topic: Nature

galeate

IPA: /ɡəˈliːeɪt/

KK: /gəˈliːɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is shaped like a helmet or has a helmet-like structure.

Example: The galeate structure of the flower helps protect its reproductive parts.

galeated

IPA: /ɡəˈliːeɪtɪd/

KK: /gəˈliːɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a helmet-like structure or covering, often used in biological contexts.

Example: The galeated structure of the bird's head helps protect it from predators.

galena

IPA: /ɡəˈliːnə/

KK: /gəˈlinə/

noun

Definition: A gray or bluish-gray mineral that is mainly made of lead sulfide and is the main source of lead.

Example: Galena is often found in cubic crystals and is an important ore for extracting lead.

galingale

IPA: /ˈɡeɪlɪŋɡeɪl/

KK: /ˈɡeɪlɪŋɡeɪl/

noun

Definition: A type of plant belonging to the genus Cyperus, known for its rough leaves and aromatic roots, commonly found in Europe.

Example: The galingale plant is often used for its fragrant roots in traditional medicine.

galipot

IPA: /ɡəˈlɪpɒt/

KK: /gəˈlɪpət/

noun

Definition: A type of crude turpentine that comes from the cluster pine tree, mainly found in southern Europe.

Example: The carpenter used galipot as a natural adhesive for his woodworking project.

gallfly

IPA: /ˈɡælˌflaɪ/

KK: /ˈgælˌflaɪ/

noun

Definition: A type of small insect that lays its eggs on plants, leading to the growth of abnormal plant structures called galls, where the larvae develop.

Example: The gallfly laid its eggs on the tree, causing galls to form on the branches.

gallinaceous

IPA: /ˌɡælɪˈneɪʃəs/

KK: /gælɪˈneɪʃəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a group of heavy-bodied birds that includes chickens, turkeys, and pheasants.

Example: The farmer raised several gallinaceous birds on his farm, including chickens and turkeys.

gallinule

IPA: /ˈɡælɪˌnuːl/

KK: /ˈgælɪˌnuːl/

noun

Definition: A type of bird that lives in wet areas, known for its dark shiny feathers and a red bill with a yellow tip.

Example: We spotted a gallinule swimming gracefully in the marsh.

gallnut

IPA: /ˈɡælˌnʌt/

KK: /gælˌnʌt/

noun

Definition: A type of growth on a plant, resembling a small nut, caused by insects or other organisms.

Example: The gallnut formed on the tree after an insect laid its eggs in the bark.

gallop

IPA: /ˈɡæl.əp/

KK: /ˈgæl.əp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To run or move quickly, especially in a way that resembles the fast movement of a horse.

Example: The horse began to gallop across the field.

noun

Definition: A fast running movement of a horse or similar animal, where all four feet leave the ground at the same time during each stride.

Example: The horse moved forward at a gallop, its hooves pounding the ground.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a horse or similar animal run fast in a way that is characteristic of galloping, often used to describe the action of riding or controlling the animal.

Example: She galloped her horse across the field during the race.

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