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Topic: Nature

protractile

IPA: /prəʊˈtrækt.aɪl/

KK: /prəʊˈtræk.taɪl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be extended or stretched out, often referring to limbs or claws that can be lengthened.

Example: The protractile limbs of the animal allow it to reach food that is far away.

protrude

IPA: /prəˈtruːd/

KK: /prəˈtruːd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To stick out or extend beyond a surface or boundary.

Example: The branches of the tree protrude over the fence.

transitive verb

Definition: To stick out or extend beyond a surface or boundary.

Example: The tree branches protrude over the fence.

protrusion

IPA: /prəˈtruːʒən/

KK: /prəˈtruːʒən/

noun

Definition: A part or object that sticks out from a surface or structure.

Example: The protrusion on the wall made it difficult to move the furniture.

protrusive

IPA: /prəˈtruːsɪv/

KK: /prəˈtruːsɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that sticks out or extends beyond a surface, often in a noticeable or prominent way.

Example: The protrusive rocks made it difficult to walk along the path.

protrusiveness

IPA: /prəˈtruːsɪvnəs/

KK: /prəˈtruːsɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of something that sticks out or extends beyond a surface.

Example: The protrusiveness of the rock made it difficult to walk on the path.

protuberance

IPA: /prəˈtjuːbərəns/

KK: /prəˈtjuːbərəns/

noun

Definition: A part that sticks out or bulges from a surface, like a bump or knob.

Example: The protuberance on the rock made it difficult to climb.

protuberant

IPA: /prəˈtjuːbərənt/

KK: /prəˈtjuːbərənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is sticking out or bulging from a surface, often in a rounded shape.

Example: The protuberant eyes of the creature made it look quite unusual.

proturan

IPA: /prəˈtʊrən/

KK: /prəˈtʊrən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a group of small, wingless insects that are part of the class Entognatha, known for their primitive features and habitat in soil or leaf litter.

Example: The proturan species are often found in moist environments, where they play a role in soil health.

noun

Definition: A type of small, primitive insect that does not have eyes or wings, belonging to the order Protura.

Example: The proturan is often found in soil and leaf litter, where it helps decompose organic matter.

prowl

IPA: /praʊl/

KK: /praʊl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move around quietly and secretly, often in search of something or to hunt.

Example: The cat likes to prowl around the garden at night.

noun

Definition: The act of moving around quietly and secretly, often while searching for something or someone.

Example: The cat's prowl through the garden was silent and stealthy.

transitive verb

Definition: To move around quietly and secretly, often while looking for something or someone, especially in a sneaky or stealthy way.

Example: The cat began to prowl around the garden, searching for mice.

pruinose

IPA: /pruˈɪnoʊs/

KK: /pruˈɪnoʊs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a surface that has a white, powdery layer or coating, often seen on plants or fruits.

Example: The leaves of the plant were pruinose, giving them a unique appearance.

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