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Topic: Nature

sough

IPA: /saʊ/

KK: /sau/

intransitive verb

Definition: To produce a gentle, soft sound like a whisper or rustle, often associated with the wind or leaves.

Example: The leaves began to sough softly in the breeze.

noun

Definition: A soft, gentle sound that resembles the noise made by the wind or waves.

Example: The sough of the wind through the trees created a calming atmosphere.

sound

IPA: /saʊnd/

KK: /saʊnd/

adjective

Definition: Based on good reasoning or judgment; reliable and valid. It can also mean being in good condition or free from defects.

Example: The engineer provided a sound solution to the problem.

adverb

Definition: In a complete or thorough manner; fully or deeply.

Example: She was sound asleep during the storm.

noun

Definition: A noise that can be heard, which can vary in pitch, volume, and quality.

Example: The sound of the waves crashing on the shore was very calming.

transitive verb

Definition: To produce or make a noise, or to express something in words; it can also mean to examine something by using sound waves.

Example: The teacher asked the students to sound the letters clearly when they read aloud.

soundless

IPA: /ˈsaʊndləs/

KK: /ˈsaʊndləs/

adjective

Definition: Not producing any noise or sound.

Example: The soundless room made it easy to concentrate on my work.

soundscape

IPA: /ˈsaʊndˌskeɪp/

KK: /ˈsaʊndˌskeɪp/

noun

Definition: A sound environment or atmosphere created by various sounds, often used to describe the auditory experience of a place or composition.

Example: The soundscape of the forest was filled with birds singing and leaves rustling in the wind.

sourgum

IPA: //ˈsɔːrɡəm//

KK: /ˈsɔrˌɡʌm/

noun

Definition: A type of grain plant that is cultivated for food, animal feed, and biofuel, known for its drought resistance and ability to grow in poor soil.

Example: Farmers often grow sourgum because it requires less water than other crops.

sourwood

IPA: //ˈsaʊərˌwʊd//

KK: /ˈsaʊərˌwʊd/

noun

Definition: A type of tree found in the eastern United States, known for its drooping clusters of small white flowers and leaves that have a sour taste.

Example: The sourwood tree is beautiful in the summer when its flowers bloom.

southeasterly

IPA: //ˌsaʊθˈiːstərli//

KK: /ˈsaʊθˈiːstərli/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that comes from or is located in the direction of the southeast.

Example: The wind was blowing in a southeasterly direction, bringing warm air from the coast.

adverb

Definition: In a direction that is toward the southeast.

Example: The wind is blowing southeasterly today, bringing warm air from the ocean.

southerly

IPA: /ˈsʌðərli/

KK: /ˈsʌðərli/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that comes from or is located in the direction of the south.

Example: The southerly winds brought warmer temperatures to the region.

adverb

Definition: In a direction toward the south or coming from the south.

Example: The wind blew southerly, bringing warm air from the coast.

noun

Definition: A wind or storm that comes from the southern direction.

Example: The southerly winds brought warmer temperatures to the region.

southernwood

IPA: //ˈsʌðərnˌwʊd//

KK: /ˈsʌðərnˌwʊd/

noun

Definition: A fragrant, shrubby plant from southern Europe with grayish leaves and small, round, creamy-white flowers. It is also known as old man and is a type of wormwood.

Example: The garden was filled with the pleasant scent of southernwood during the summer months.

southing

IPA: /ˈsaʊθɪŋ/

KK: /ˈsaʊθɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of moving or progressing toward the south, often used in navigation to describe a change in latitude.

Example: The ship's southing was carefully recorded as it traveled further down the coast.

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