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Topic: Plants

guava

IPA: //ˈɡwɑːvə//

KK: /ˈɡwɑːvə/

noun

Definition: A tropical fruit that is usually round or pear-shaped, with sweet, pink or yellow flesh, and comes from a tree or shrub.

Example: I love to eat guava for breakfast because it is so sweet and delicious.

guayule

IPA: /ɡwaɪˈjuːleɪ/

KK: /gweɪˈuːli/

noun

Definition: A type of shrub found in the southwestern United States and Mexico, known for its sap that can be used to produce natural rubber.

Example: During World War II, scientists explored the potential of guayule as a source of rubber.

gulfweed

IPA: /ˈɡʌlfˌwiːd/

KK: /ˈgʌlfˌwid/

noun

Definition: A type of brown seaweed that grows in tropical waters, known for its rounded air bladders and often found floating in large groups.

Example: The beach was covered in gulfweed after the storm, creating a unique sight for visitors.

gummose

IPA: /ˈɡʌmoʊs/

KK: /ˈɡʌmoʊs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling gum; having a sticky or gummy texture.

Example: The gummose substance made it difficult to clean the surface.

gummosis

IPA: /ɡʌˈmoʊsɪs/

KK: /ˈɡʌməˌsɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition in plants where gum-like substances form, often due to damage from insects, diseases, or environmental factors.

Example: The gummosis on the tree indicated that it was suffering from a disease.

gumweed

IPA: //ˈɡʌm.wiːd//

KK: /gʌmwid/

noun

Definition: A type of plant found in the western United States, known for its sticky leaves and stems, which were once used for medicinal purposes but can be harmful to animals.

Example: The gumweed grows abundantly in the dry areas of the West.

gumwood

IPA: /ɡʌmˌwʊd/

KK: /gʌmˌwʊd/

noun

Definition: The type of wood that comes from a gum tree, particularly known for its use in furniture and construction.

Example: The carpenter chose gumwood for the new table because of its durability and attractive grain.

gunnera

IPA: /ˈɡʌnərə/

KK: /ˈɡʌnərə/

noun

Definition: A type of plant known for its large leaves and small, reddish fruits, found in tropical and marshy areas.

Example: The garden was filled with impressive gunnera plants that towered over the other flowers.

guttation

IPA: /ɡʌˈteɪʃən/

KK: /gʌˈteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process where water is released from the leaves of a plant, usually due to pressure in the roots.

Example: Guttation can often be seen in the early morning when droplets of water appear on the tips of leaves.

gymnosperm

IPA: /ˈdʒɪm.nəʊ.spɜːm/

KK: /ˈdʒɪm.nəʊ.spɜːrm/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that produces seeds that are not covered by an ovary or fruit, including groups like conifers and cycads.

Example: Pine trees are examples of gymnosperms, as their seeds are exposed on cones.

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