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Topic: Nature

headspring

IPA: //ˈhɛdˌsprɪŋ//

KK: /ˈhɛdˌsprɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A source or origin of something, often referring to a spring or fountain.

Example: The headspring of the river is located in the mountains.

headstream

IPA: //ˈhɛdstriːm//

KK: /hɛdstrim/

noun

Definition: A stream that is the starting point or source of a river.

Example: The headstream of the river flows down from the mountains.

headward

IPA: /ˈhɛd.wɜrd/

KK: /hɛdˌwɜrd/

adverb

Definition: In the direction of the head or top; towards the head.

Example: The river flows headward, moving towards the source.

headwater

IPA: /ˈhɛdˌwɔːtə/

KK: /ˈhɛdˌwɔtər/

noun

Definition: The place where a river or stream begins, often in the mountains or hills.

Example: The hikers followed the trail to the headwater of the river, where the water flowed gently from the rocks.

heap

IPA: /hiːp/

KK: /hip/

noun

Definition: A large pile or collection of things that are stacked or thrown together, often in a messy way.

Example: There was a heap of leaves in the yard after the storm.

transitive verb

Definition: To put or throw a large amount of something into a pile or to give something in great quantity.

Example: She decided to heap the vegetables onto her plate for dinner.

hearth

IPA: /hɑrθ/

KK: /hɑrθ/

noun

Definition: The area in front of a fireplace or the floor of a fireplace, often made of brick or stone, where people gather around for warmth and comfort.

Example: The family gathered around the hearth to enjoy the warmth of the fire on a cold evening.

heartsease

IPA: /ˈhɑːrtˌsiːz/

KK: /ˈhɑrtˌsiz/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that comes from crossing different kinds of violets, known for its small, colorful flowers. It can also mean a feeling of peace or calmness.

Example: The garden was filled with heartsease, adding vibrant colors to the landscape.

heartwood

IPA: /ˈhɑːrtwʊd/

KK: /ˈhɑrtˌwʊd/

noun

Definition: The central part of a tree that is older and no longer living, usually darker and harder than the outer wood.

Example: The carpenter chose heartwood for the furniture because of its strength and beauty.

heat

IPA: /hiːt/

KK: /hit/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become warm or hot.

Example: The metal will heat quickly when placed in the fire.

noun

Definition: The quality of being hot or warm, often measured in degrees; it can also refer to energy that causes warmth or the sensation of warmth.

Example: The heat from the sun made the sand too hot to walk on.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something warm or hot by adding energy or warmth to it.

Example: Please heat the soup before serving it.

heath

IPA: /hiːθ/

KK: /hiːθ/

noun

Definition: A large area of uncultivated land that is covered with low shrubs and grasses, often found in a natural state.

Example: The hikers enjoyed walking through the heath, surrounded by colorful wildflowers and the sound of birds.

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