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Topic: Nature

beetle

IPA: /ˈbiːtəl/

KK: /ˈbitl/

adjective

Definition: Something that sticks out or hangs over, often used to describe features like eyebrows that are prominent.

Example: The beetle brows of the ancient statue gave it a fierce appearance.

intransitive verb

Definition: To stick out or project over something, often in a way that looks threatening or dangerous.

Example: The cliffs beetled over the narrow path, making it feel unsafe to walk.

noun

Definition: A type of insect that has a hard outer shell and is part of the order Coleoptera, known for its biting mouthparts and often colorful appearance.

Example: I saw a shiny green beetle crawling on the leaf.

beetled

IPA: /ˈbiːtəld/

KK: /ˈbitəld/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape that extends or juts out, often used to describe something that is prominent or protruding.

Example: The beetled cliffs loomed over the beach, creating a dramatic landscape.

verb

Definition: To move quickly or hurriedly, often in a way that suggests urgency or excitement.

Example: He beetled down the street to catch the bus before it left.

beflower

IPA: /bɪˈflaʊər/

KK: /bɪˈflaʊər/

verb

Definition: To decorate or adorn something with flowers.

Example: The garden was beflowered with colorful blooms in the spring.

befoul

IPA: /bɪˈfaʊl/

KK: /bɪˈfaʊl/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something dirty or unclean, especially by polluting it.

Example: The factory's waste began to befoul the nearby river.

befouler

IPA: /bɪˈfaʊlər/

KK: /bɪˈfaʊlər/

noun

Definition: A person who makes something dirty or polluted.

Example: The befouler left trash all over the park, ruining its beauty.

beggarweed

IPA: /ˈbɛɡərˌwiːd/

KK: /ˈbɛɡərˌwid/

noun

Definition: A type of plant, often found in tropical and subtropical areas, that is used for animal feed or as a cover crop. It can also refer to certain plants that grow in neglected areas.

Example: The farmer planted beggarweed to improve the soil and provide food for his livestock.

begonia

IPA: /bɪˈɡoʊ.ni.ə/

KK: /bɪˈgoʊ.ni.ə/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that is often grown for its colorful leaves and flowers, commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Example: She decided to add a begonia to her indoor garden for a splash of color.

begrime

IPA: /bɪˈɡraɪm/

KK: /bɪˈɡraɪm/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something dirty or covered with grime.

Example: The children begrimed their clothes while playing in the mud.

behemoth

IPA: /bɪˈhiːməθ/

KK: /bɪˈhiməθ/

noun

Definition: A very large and powerful creature or thing, often used to describe something enormous in size or strength.

Example: The new stadium is a behemoth that can hold thousands of fans.

belay

IPA: /bɪˈleɪ/

KK: /bɪˈleɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To stop or cease an action, often used as a command in climbing or sailing contexts.

Example: When the climber reached the top, the guide shouted, 'Belay!' to signal that they should stop climbing.

noun

Definition: The act of securing a rope to a fixed point, often used in climbing to keep someone safe.

Example: The climber used a belay to ensure his partner was safe while ascending the rock face.

transitive verb

Definition: To secure a rope or a climber by fastening it to a cleat or pin, often used in nautical or climbing contexts.

Example: The climber had to belay his partner to ensure safety on the steep rock face.

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