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Topic: Nature

tailed

IPA: /teɪld/

KK: /teɪld/

adjective

Definition: Having a tail or a specific type of tail.

Example: The dog is a tailed breed, known for its long, fluffy tail.

verb

Definition: To have followed or accompanied someone closely, often in a secretive manner.

Example: The detective tailed the suspect through the busy streets.

tailing

IPA: /ˈteɪlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈteɪlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The leftover material or waste that remains after a process, especially in mining or manufacturing, such as the refuse after extracting valuable minerals from ore.

Example: The mining company had to find a way to manage the tailing produced during the extraction process.

tailless

IPA: /ˈteɪləs/

KK: /ˈteɪləs/

adjective

Definition: Not having a tail.

Example: The tailless cat was very agile and playful.

taillike

IPA: /ˈteɪlˌlaɪk/

KK: /ˈteɪlˌlaɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape or appearance similar to a tail.

Example: The creature had a taillike appendage that helped it balance.

tailorbird

IPA: /ˈteɪlərˌbɜrd/

KK: /ˈteɪlərˌbɜrd/

noun

Definition: A type of small bird found mainly in tropical regions, known for its unique behavior of sewing leaves together to create nests.

Example: The tailorbird carefully stitched the leaves to build its nest high in the tree.

tailrace

IPA: /ˈteɪlreɪs/

KK: /ˈteɪlreɪs/

noun

Definition: A channel that carries away water and waste materials from a waterwheel or turbine after they have been used.

Example: The tailrace directed the excess water away from the mill after powering the machinery.

tailwater

IPA: /ˈteɪlˌwɔːtə/

KK: /ˈteɪlˌwɔtər/

noun

Definition: Water that is found just downstream from a dam or other structure, often affected by the flow and management of the water above it.

Example: The fish thrive in the tailwater below the dam, where the current is gentle and the water is rich in nutrients.

talc

IPA: /tælk/

KK: /tælk/

noun

Definition: A soft mineral that feels soapy and is used in products like talcum powder, paper coatings, and as a filler in paints and plastics.

Example: The makeup artist applied talc to set the foundation and reduce shine.

transitive verb

Definition: To apply a soft mineral substance, often used in cosmetics or as a lubricant, to a surface or object.

Example: The photographer talced the plate to ensure a smooth finish.

talcy

IPA: /ˈtæl.ki/

KK: /tælki/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is made of or looks like talc, a soft mineral often used in powders and cosmetics.

Example: The talcy texture of the powder made it easy to apply smoothly on the skin.

talipot

IPA: /ˈtælɪpɒt/

KK: /ˈtælɪpɒt/

noun

Definition: A tall palm tree found in India and Sri Lanka, known for its large fan-shaped leaves and a huge flower cluster that is the biggest among flowering plants.

Example: The talipot tree is famous for its impressive size and beautiful leaves.

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