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Topic: Nature

grubworm

IPA: /ˈɡrʌbˌwɜːrm/

KK: /grʌbˌwɜrm/

noun

Definition: A young stage of an insect, especially a beetle, that is often found in soil or decaying matter and is usually soft and white or yellowish in color.

Example: The gardener found several grubworms in the soil while preparing the garden bed.

grumose

IPA: /ˈɡrʌmoʊs/

KK: /ˈgrʌmoʊs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is clustered in small, grainy masses or lumps.

Example: The grumose texture of the pudding made it look unappetizing.

grunion

IPA: /ˈɡrʌn.jən/

KK: /ˈɡrʌn.jən/

noun

Definition: A small fish found in coastal waters of California and Mexico that comes ashore to lay its eggs during high tides, especially in spring and summer.

Example: Every spring, the grunion come to the beach to spawn under the moonlight.

grunt

IPA: /ɡrʌnt/

KK: /grʌnt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a low, deep sound, often expressing effort or displeasure, similar to the noise made by pigs.

Example: He grunted when he lifted the heavy box.

noun

Definition: A deep, low sound made by a person or animal, often expressing effort or discomfort.

Example: The soldier let out a grunt as he lifted the heavy box.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a low, deep sound, often to show agreement or to express a feeling without using words.

Example: He grunted in response to the question, showing he understood without saying anything.

guaco

IPA: /ˈɡwɑːkoʊ/

KK: /ˈgwɑːkoʊ/

noun

Definition: A type of plant known for its medicinal properties, particularly used to treat snake bites.

Example: The herbalist recommended guaco as a natural remedy for snake bites.

guaiacum

IPA: //ɡwaɪˈækəm//

KK: /gwaɪˈækəm/

noun

Definition: A type of tree that produces a greenish-brown resin, which is used for medicinal purposes and in making varnishes. The wood from this tree is also known for its hardness and durability.

Example: The guaiacum tree is known for its valuable resin and strong wood.

guano

IPA: /ˈɡwɑːnoʊ/

KK: /ˈɡwɑːnoʊ/

noun

Definition: A type of fertilizer made from the droppings of seabirds or bats, often found in coastal areas or caves.

Example: Farmers often use guano to enrich the soil because it is high in nutrients.

guardant

IPA: //ˈɡɑːrdənt//

KK: /ˈɡɑrdənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing an animal or figure that is shown with its head turned towards the viewer, often used in heraldry.

Example: The coat of arms featured a guardant lion, its head turned to face the onlooker.

guayule

IPA: /ɡwaɪˈjuːleɪ/

KK: /gweɪˈuːli/

noun

Definition: A type of shrub found in the southwestern United States and Mexico, known for its sap that can be used to produce natural rubber.

Example: During World War II, scientists explored the potential of guayule as a source of rubber.

guitarfish

IPA: //ɡɪˈtɑːrˌfɪʃ//

KK: /gɪˈtɑrˌfɪʃ/

noun

Definition: A type of marine fish that has a body shaped like a guitar and is related to skates and rays.

Example: The guitarfish swam gracefully along the ocean floor, blending in with the sand.

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