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Topic: Nature

tramontane

IPA: /træˈmɒn.teɪn/

KK: /træˈmɒnˌteɪn/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that comes from or is located on the far side of a mountain range, especially in relation to the Alps as seen from Italy.

Example: The tramontane winds brought a chill to the valley as they swept down from the mountains.

noun

Definition: A person who comes from or lives beyond the mountains, often referring to a foreigner or stranger.

Example: The tramontane brought new ideas and cultures to our village.

trample

IPA: /ˈtræmpəl/

KK: /ˈtræmpəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To step heavily on something, causing damage or injury, often by walking or running over it.

Example: The children trample the grass while playing in the park.

noun

Definition: The action of stepping heavily on something, often causing damage or making a loud noise.

Example: The trample of the crowd could be heard from far away.

transitive verb

Definition: To step heavily on something, causing damage or destruction, or to treat someone badly without care for their feelings.

Example: The crowd began to trample the flowers in the garden as they rushed to the concert.

tranquil

IPA: //ˈtræŋkwɪl//

KK: /ˈtræŋkwɪl/

adjective

Definition: Calm and peaceful, without any disturbance or agitation.

Example: The lake was tranquil in the early morning light.

tranquilest

IPA: /træŋˈkwɪlɪst/

KK: /træŋˈkwɪlɪst/

adjective

Definition: The most peaceful and calm; free from disturbance or agitation.

Example: The garden was the tranquilest place to relax after a long day.

transect

IPA: /trænˈsɛkt/

KK: /trænˈsɛkt/

noun

Definition: A long, continuous strip of land or area used for sampling or studying things like plants or animals.

Example: The researchers set up a transect to study the plant diversity in the forest.

transitive verb

Definition: To cut across or divide something, especially in a way that creates sections or parts.

Example: The researchers decided to transect the forest to study the different ecosystems.

transgenic

IPA: //trænˈdʒɛnɪk//

KK: /trænˈdʒɛnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to organisms that have had genes from another species added to their DNA, often to enhance certain traits or characteristics.

Example: Scientists are conducting experiments with transgenic plants to improve crop yields.

noun

Definition: An organism that has had genes from another species inserted into its DNA, often to enhance certain traits or characteristics.

Example: Scientists are studying transgenic crops to improve food production.

transhumance

IPA: /trænˈhjuːməns/

KK: /trænˈhuːməns/

noun

Definition: The practice of moving livestock from one grazing area to another, often between lowlands and highlands, depending on the season.

Example: The farmers practiced transhumance to ensure their sheep had enough grass to eat throughout the year.

transhumant

IPA: /trænˈʃuːmənt/

KK: /trænˈʃumənt/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the seasonal movement of people and their livestock between fixed summer and winter pastures.

Example: The transhumant herders moved their flocks to higher pastures in the summer.

transient

IPA: /ˈtrænziənt/

KK: /ˈtrænziənt/

adjective

Definition: Something that lasts for a short time or is temporary.

Example: The transient nature of the seasons reminds us to appreciate each moment.

noun

Definition: A person who stays in a place for a short time, often temporarily living in a hotel or boarding house.

Example: The hotel is popular among transients who are visiting the city for a few days.

translucence

IPA: /trænˈsluːsəns/

KK: /trænsˈlusəns/

noun

Definition: The quality of allowing light to pass through but not being completely transparent.

Example: The translucence of the frosted glass created a soft glow in the room.

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