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Topic: Nature

wellspring

IPA: /ˈwɛlˌsprɪŋ/

KK: /ˈwɛlˌsprɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A source or origin of something, especially something that is abundant or continually supplied.

Example: The artist found inspiration in a wellspring of creativity around her.

wester

IPA: /ˈwɛstər/

KK: /ˈwɛstər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move in a direction toward the west, often used to describe the movement of celestial bodies like the sun or moon.

Example: As the day ended, the sun began to wester, casting long shadows across the landscape.

noun

Definition: A strong wind that blows from the direction of the west.

Example: The wester brought cool air to the hot summer day.

westerly

IPA: /ˈwɛstərli/

KK: /ˈwɛstərli/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that comes from or is located in the direction of the west.

Example: The westerly winds brought cooler temperatures to the region.

adverb

Definition: In a direction toward the west or coming from the west.

Example: The wind blew westerly, bringing cooler air from the ocean.

noun

Definition: A type of wind that blows from the west.

Example: The westerly brought cooler temperatures to the region.

wet

IPA: /wɛt/

KK: /wɛt/

adjective

Definition: Having moisture or being covered with liquid, especially water.

Example: The ground is wet after the rain.

intransitive verb

Definition: To become covered with water or another liquid.

Example: The dog got wet after playing in the rain.

noun

Definition: A state or condition of being moist or having liquid on a surface, often associated with rain or other forms of precipitation.

Example: The wet from the rain soaked through my clothes.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something wet or damp, usually by adding water or another liquid.

Example: She decided to wet the sponge before cleaning the table.

weta

IPA: /ˈwɛtə/

KK: /ˈwɛtə/

noun

Definition: A type of large insect found only in New Zealand, similar in appearance to crickets and katydids.

Example: The weta is known for its impressive size and unique features.

wetland

IPA: /ˈwɛt.lænd/

KK: /ˈwɛtˌlænd/

noun

Definition: Areas of land that are covered with water or have very wet soil, often found in marshes or swamps.

Example: The wetland is home to many species of birds and plants.

wetness

IPA: /ˈwɛtnəs/

KK: /ˈwɛtnəs/

noun

Definition: The state or quality of being covered with water or another liquid.

Example: The wetness of the ground made it difficult to walk without slipping.

wetting

IPA: /ˈwɛtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈwɛtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing something to become wet or moist.

Example: The wetting process is essential for the growth of plants.

noun

Definition: The action of making something wet or the state of being wet.

Example: The wetting of the ground after the rain helped the plants grow.

verb

Definition: To make something wet or to become wet.

Example: The rain is wetting the ground.

wettish

IPA: /ˈwɛtɪʃ/

KK: /ˈwɛtɪʃ/

adjective

Definition: Having a slight amount of moisture; not completely dry.

Example: The ground was still wettish after the rain.

whale

IPA: /weɪl/

KK: /weɪl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To strike or hit something with great force, often used in a figurative sense to describe attacking or criticizing strongly.

Example: The artist whaled on the canvas, creating a masterpiece with bold strokes.

noun

Definition: A large marine mammal that lives in the ocean, known for its size and shape, with flippers and blowholes for breathing.

Example: The blue whale is the largest animal on Earth.

transitive verb

Definition: To hit or strike something repeatedly and with great force.

Example: He decided to whale on the punching bag to relieve stress.

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