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Topic: Nature

spinous

IPA: /ˈspɪnəs/

KK: /ˈspɪnəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has sharp points or projections, like spines or thorns.

Example: The spinous plant was difficult to touch without getting pricked.

spinula

IPA: /ˈspɪn.jʊ.lə/

KK: /spɪˈnjuːlə/

noun

Definition: A very small spine or hook, often found on insects, or one of the bristles that make up a specific tool used for grooming.

Example: The entomologist noted the presence of a spinula on the insect's leg during the examination.

spinule

IPA: /ˈspɪn.juːl/

KK: /ˈspɪn.juːl/

noun

Definition: A tiny spine or thorn-like structure, often found on plants or animals.

Example: The cactus was covered in small spinules that made it difficult to touch.

spinulose

IPA: /ˈspɪn.juː.loʊs/

KK: /spɪˈnjuːloʊs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has small, spiny projections or is shaped like tiny spines.

Example: The spinulose leaves of the plant give it a unique texture.

spiny

IPA: /ˈspaɪni/

KK: /ˈspaɪni/

adjective

Definition: Having sharp points or stiff projections, often found on plants or animals.

Example: The spiny cactus stood tall in the desert, its needles glistening in the sun.

spiracular

IPA: /spɪˈrækjʊlər/

KK: /spɪˈrækjʊlər/

adjective

Definition: Relating to small openings or holes, especially those that allow air or water to enter or exit an organism.

Example: The spiracular openings on the insect's body help it breathe.

spiraea

IPA: //spaɪˈriːə//

KK: /spɪˈrɪə/

noun

Definition: A type of flowering plant belonging to the genus Spiraea, known for its clusters of small flowers and often used in gardens and landscaping.

Example: The spiraea in the garden bloomed beautifully in the spring.

spiral

IPA: /ˈspaɪrəl/

KK: /ˈspaɪrəl/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape that curves around a central point, getting closer or further away as it goes around.

Example: The staircase had a beautiful spiral design that made it look elegant.

intransitive verb

Definition: To move in a circular and upward or downward path, often resembling a spiral shape.

Example: The smoke spiraled up into the sky.

noun

Definition: A shape that curves around a central point, getting closer or farther away as it goes around, like a coil or a helix.

Example: The artist painted a beautiful spiral of colors in the sky.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something move in a circular and upward or downward direction, like a spiral shape.

Example: The artist decided to spiral the ribbon around the pole for decoration.

spirally

IPA: /ˈspaɪrəli/

KK: /ˈspɪrəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that follows a spiral shape or pattern.

Example: The staircase wound spirally up to the top of the tower.

spirea

IPA: //ˈspaɪrɪə//

KK: /ˈspaɪrɪə/

noun

Definition: A type of shrub that belongs to the rose family, known for its clusters of small white or pink flowers.

Example: The garden was beautiful with the spirea blooming in the spring.

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