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Topic: Nature

bolete

IPA: //bəʊˈliːt//

KK: /boʊˈliːt/

noun

Definition: A type of mushroom that has a thick stem and a spongy surface with small holes instead of gills, often found in forests and considered edible.

Example: We found a delicious bolete while hiking in the woods.

boletus

IPA: //bəˈliːtəs//

KK: /ˈboʊlɪtəs/

noun

Definition: A type of fungus that has a cap shaped like an umbrella and spore-bearing tubes underneath. Some species are safe to eat, while others can be harmful.

Example: The chef used fresh boletus mushrooms in his pasta dish.

bollworm

IPA: /ˈbɔlˌwɜrm/

KK: /bɔlˌwɜrm/

noun

Definition: A type of moth whose larvae feed on cotton plants, causing damage to the crops.

Example: Farmers often struggle with bollworm infestations in their cotton fields.

boltonia

IPA: //boʊlˈtoʊniə//

KK: /ˈboʊltəˌniə/

noun

Definition: A type of flowering plant that belongs to the genus Boltonia, known for its white to purplish flowers with yellow centers.

Example: In the garden, the boltonia blooms beautifully in late summer.

bombax

IPA: //bɒmˈbæks//

KK: /bɑmˈbæks/

noun

Definition: A type of tropical tree that belongs to the genus Bombax, which is part of the mallow family.

Example: The bombax tree is known for its large, beautiful flowers and is often found in tropical regions.

bombinate

IPA: /ˈbɒmɪneɪt/

KK: /bɑːmɪˌneɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a low, continuous humming or buzzing sound.

Example: The bees began to bombinate as they flew around the garden.

bombora

IPA: //bɒmˈbɔːrə//

KK: /bɑmˈbɔrə/

noun

Definition: A shallow area of reef found far from the shore, where waves can form and break heavily, creating dangerous water conditions.

Example: The surfers eagerly paddled out to the bombora, hoping to catch the big waves.

bombycid

IPA: /ˈbɒmbɪsɪd/

KK: /ˈbɑːmbɪsɪd/

noun

Definition: A type of moth that belongs to the family Bombycidae, which includes species like silkworms.

Example: The bombycid moth is known for its role in silk production.

bombyx

IPA: /ˈbɒm.bɪks/

KK: /ˈbɑːm.bɪks/

noun

Definition: A type of moth known for producing silk, particularly the caterpillars that eat mulberry leaves.

Example: The bombyx is essential for silk production in many countries.

bondstone

IPA: /ˈbɒndˌstoʊn/

KK: /ˈbɒndstoʊn/

noun

Definition: A type of stone used to connect or secure masonry to a backing, often extending through the entire thickness of a wall to provide stability.

Example: The builders used bondstone to ensure the wall was strong and well-connected.

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