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Topic: Nature

quinzhee

IPA: /kwɪnˈzi/

KK: /kwɪnˈzi/

noun

Definition: A type of shelter created by digging out a space in a pile of snow, often used in cold environments.

Example: During our winter camping trip, we built a quinzhee to stay warm at night.

quiver

IPA: /ˈkwɪvər/

KK: /ˈkwɪvər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To shake slightly and quickly, often because of fear or excitement.

Example: The leaves began to quiver in the gentle breeze.

noun

Definition: A container used to hold arrows, often carried by archers.

Example: He reached for an arrow from his quiver before taking aim.

quokka

IPA: //ˈkwɒkə//

KK: /ˈkwɑkə/

noun

Definition: A small, stocky marsupial from Australia that has a short tail and is known for its friendly appearance.

Example: The quokka is often called the world's happiest animal because of its smiling face.

rabbitbrush

IPA: //ˈræbɪtˌbrʌʃ//

KK: /ˈræbɪtˌbrʌʃ/

noun

Definition: A type of plant found mainly in western North America, known for its low branches, linear leaves, and clusters of yellow or white flowers.

Example: The rabbitbrush blooms beautifully in the fall, adding color to the dry landscape.

rabbitry

IPA: //ˈræbɪtri//

KK: /ˈræbɪtri/

noun

Definition: A place or enclosure where rabbits are raised and kept, often for breeding purposes.

Example: The farmer built a new rabbitry to expand his rabbit breeding business.

rabidity

IPA: //ræˈbɪdəti//

KK: /ræbɪdəti/

noun

Definition: The state of being extremely enthusiastic or fanatical, often to the point of being irrational.

Example: His rabidity for the team was evident as he painted his face and shouted during the game.

raccoon

IPA: /ræˈkuːn/

KK: /ræˈkun/

noun

Definition: A small, grayish-brown mammal found in North America, known for its black facial markings and bushy tail. It is mostly active at night and has a varied diet that includes fruits, nuts, and small animals.

Example: We saw a raccoon rummaging through the trash in our backyard last night.

raceme

IPA: //ˈreɪsiːm//

KK: /ˈræsim/

noun

Definition: A type of flower arrangement where flowers grow on short stems along a long, straight stem, opening one after another from the bottom to the top.

Example: The garden was filled with beautiful racemes of flowers that bloomed in a colorful display.

racemose

IPA: /ˈreɪsɪmoʊs/

KK: /ˈreɪsɪmoʊs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a plant structure that has flowers or parts arranged in a cluster along a central stem, similar to a raceme.

Example: The racemose flowers of the plant attract many pollinators during the spring.

rachis

IPA: /ˈreɪ.kɪs/

KK: /ˈreɪ.kɪs/

noun

Definition: A central stem or axis in plants, such as the main part of a feather or the stalk of a compound leaf that holds the smaller leaflets.

Example: The rachis of the feather is important for its structure and function in flight.

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