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Topic: Nature

ursine

IPA: /ˈɜːrsaɪn/

KK: /ˈɜrˌsaɪn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling bears.

Example: The ursine features of the animal made it easy to identify as a bear.

urticate

IPA: /ˈɜːrtɪkeɪt/

KK: /ˈɜːrtɪkeɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing a condition that involves the presence of hives on the skin, often causing itching or irritation.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with an urticate rash after the allergic reaction.

intransitive verb

Definition: To cause a stinging or itching feeling on the skin.

Example: The plant can urticate if you touch it without protection.

transitive verb

Definition: To sting or whip someone with nettles or to cause a stinging sensation similar to that of nettles.

Example: The plant can urticate the skin if touched carelessly.

urushiol

IPA: //ʊˈruːʃiˌɔl//

KK: /ʊˈruːʃiˌɔl/

noun

Definition: A harmful substance found in certain plants, like poison ivy, that can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions.

Example: Many people are allergic to urushiol, which can lead to rashes after contact with poison ivy.

usnea

IPA: //ʌsˈniːə//

KK: /ʌsˈniːə/

noun

Definition: A type of lichen that belongs to the genus Usnea, known for its gray, hanging branches.

Example: The old man's beard lichen, or usnea, can often be found hanging from tree branches in forests.

uvarovite

IPA: /ˈjuː.və.roʊ.vaɪt/

KK: /juˈværəˌvaɪt/

noun

Definition: A green type of garnet that contains chromium and is often found in specific mineral deposits.

Example: Uvarovite is prized by collectors for its vibrant green color and rarity.

uveous

IPA: /ˈjuːviəs/

KK: /ˈjuːviəs/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape or appearance similar to that of a grape.

Example: The uveous fruit hung from the vine, glistening in the sunlight.

vadose

IPA: /ˈveɪdoʊs/

KK: /ˈveɪdoʊs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to water or solutions that are found in the soil above the level of permanent groundwater.

Example: The vadose zone is important for understanding how water moves through the soil.

vagility

IPA: /vəˈdʒɪlɪti/

KK: /vəˈdʒɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability of an organism or species to move around or spread in its environment.

Example: The vagility of certain bird species allows them to migrate long distances each year.

vale

IPA: /veɪl/

KK: /veɪl/

interjection

Definition: An expression used to say goodbye or farewell.

Example: "Vale! I hope to see you again soon!"

noun

Definition: A low area of land between hills or mountains, often with a river or stream running through it.

Example: The hikers enjoyed the beautiful scenery as they walked through the vale.

valley

IPA: /ˈvæli/

KK: /ˈvæli/

noun

Definition: A low area of land between hills or mountains, often with a river or stream flowing through it.

Example: The hikers enjoyed the beautiful view of the valley from the mountain top.

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