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Topic: Nature

spoor

IPA: /spʊə/

KK: /spʊr/

noun

Definition: A mark or trail left by an animal, especially a wild one, that shows where it has been.

Example: The ranger followed the spoor to find the animal's den.

transitive verb

Definition: To track an animal by following its footprints or traces left behind.

Example: The ranger decided to spoor the deer to learn more about its habits.

spoorer

IPA: /ˈspʊərər/

KK: /ˈspʊrər/

noun

Definition: A person who tracks animals by following their footprints or scent.

Example: The spoorer carefully followed the animal's tracks through the forest.

spore

IPA: /spɔːr/

KK: /spɔr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To produce tiny reproductive cells that can develop into new organisms, often found in fungi and plants.

Example: Mushrooms spore in the fall, releasing their spores into the air.

noun

Definition: A tiny, often single-celled body produced by certain plants, fungi, and microorganisms that can develop into a new organism, especially in harsh conditions.

Example: The mushroom released thousands of spores into the air.

sporocarp

IPA: /ˈspɔːrəˌkɑːrp/

KK: /spɔˈroʊkɑrp/

noun

Definition: A structure in certain plants, fungi, and algae where spores are produced.

Example: The sporocarp of the fungus was visible on the forest floor.

spot

IPA: /spɒt/

KK: /spɑt/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that happens immediately or in a specific place, often without delay.

Example: They made a spot decision to change the plan right away.

intransitive verb

Definition: To become marked with small marks or dots.

Example: The dog began to spot with white fur as it got older.

noun

Definition: A small mark or area that is different in color or texture from the surrounding surface, or a specific location or place.

Example: She found a bright red spot on the wall that needed to be painted over.

transitive verb

Definition: To see or notice something, often something small or difficult to find.

Example: I can spot the difference between the two paintings easily.

spotted

IPA: /ˈspɒtɪd/

KK: /spɑtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having marks or stains that look like spots on a surface or material.

Example: The dress was beautiful, with a spotted pattern that caught everyone's attention.

spotty

IPA: /ˈspɒti/

KK: /ˈspɑti/

adjective

Definition: Having marks or spots on a surface; not uniform in quality or appearance.

Example: The dog has a spotty coat with patches of different colors.

spout

IPA: /spaʊt/

KK: /spaʊt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To flow out quickly and in a steady stream, often used to describe liquids or substances.

Example: The fountain began to spout water high into the air.

noun

Definition: A tube or pipe that allows liquid to flow out from a container.

Example: The kettle has a spout for pouring hot water.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause a liquid or substance to flow out in a steady stream or in a sudden burst.

Example: The gardener used a hose to spout water onto the plants.

spouted

IPA: /ˈspaʊtɪd/

KK: /spaʊtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has a spout, which is a tube or lip used for pouring liquid.

Example: The teapot is spouted, making it easy to pour tea without spilling.

verb

Definition: To have emitted or poured out something in a forceful or sudden manner, often referring to liquids or words.

Example: The old kettle spouted steam as it boiled on the stove.

spouting

IPA: /ˈspaʊtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈspaʊtɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of ejecting or forcing out a stream of liquid or gas, often used to describe the way water or other substances are expelled from a source.

Example: The spouting of water from the fountain created a beautiful display in the park.

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