IPA: /ˈtæksɒn/
KK: /ˈtæksɒn/
Definition: A category or group in biology used to classify living organisms, such as species, genus, or family.
Example: The scientist discovered a new taxon that had never been classified before.
IPA: /tækˈsɒnəmɪk/
KK: /tæksəˈnɑmɪk/
Definition: Related to the classification of living things into groups based on shared characteristics.
Example: The scientist used a taxonomic approach to categorize the new species of plants.
IPA: /tækˈsɒnəmɪkəl/
KK: /tæksəˈnɑmɪkəl/
Definition: Relating to the classification of living things into groups based on shared characteristics.
Example: The taxonomical study of plants helps scientists understand their relationships and evolution.
IPA: /tækˈsɒnəˌmɪkli/
KK: /tæksəˈnɑːmɪkli/
Definition: In a way that relates to the classification of living things into groups based on their characteristics.
Example: The species were classified taxonomically to understand their evolutionary relationships.
IPA: /tæˈzɒnəmɪst/
KK: /tæˈzɑːnəmɪst/
Definition: A person who studies and classifies living things, such as plants and animals, into groups based on their characteristics.
Example: The taxonomist identified a new species of butterfly during her research.
IPA: /tækˈsɒnəmi/
KK: /tæksəˌnɑmi/
Definition: A system for organizing and classifying things into groups based on shared characteristics or relationships.
Example: The scientist created a taxonomy to categorize different species of plants.
IPA: /ˈtæksəs/
KK: /ˈtæksəs/
Definition: A type of tree or shrub that belongs to the genus of conifers known as yews.
Example: The taxus tree is often used in landscaping due to its dense foliage.
IPA: //tiːk//
KK: /tik/
Definition: A type of tall tree from Southeast Asia that produces strong, durable wood, often used for making furniture and ships.
Example: The table is made of beautiful teak wood that will last for many years.
IPA: //tiːk.wʊd//
KK: /tɪkˌwʊd/
Definition: A type of hardwood tree known for its durability and resistance to water, often used in furniture and boat building.
Example: The table is made of beautiful teakwood that will last for many years.
IPA: /ˈtiːzəl/
KK: /ˈtiːzəl/
Definition: A type of plant with spiny flower heads, often used in the past for raising the nap on fabrics like wool.
Example: The gardener planted several teasels to attract butterflies and bees.
Definition: To create a raised texture on a fabric by using a special tool.
Example: The artisan teasels the fabric to give it a soft, fuzzy finish.
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