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Topic: Plants

poppy

IPA: /ˈpɒpi/

KK: /ˈpɑpi/

noun

Definition: A type of flowering plant known for its bright red or orange flowers and often used in gardens or for making medicine.

Example: The poppy flowers bloomed beautifully in the spring garden.

poppyhead

IPA: /ˈpɒpiˌhɛd/

KK: /ˈpɑpiˌhɛd/

noun

Definition: A decorative ornament that is often shaped like a flower or finial, typically found on the tops of furniture or architectural elements, especially in Gothic-style churches.

Example: The craftsman carefully carved a beautiful poppyhead to adorn the chair's backrest.

portulaca

IPA: //pɔːrˈtjuːlə.kə//

KK: /ˈpɔrtʃəˌlɑkə/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that has thick, fleshy leaves and colorful flowers, often found in tropical areas and known for blooming in sunlight.

Example: The garden was filled with vibrant portulaca flowers that opened up in the morning sun.

potash

IPA: /ˈpɒtæʃ/

KK: /ˈpɒtæʃ/

noun

Definition: A type of chemical compound that contains potassium, often used in fertilizers and other agricultural products.

Example: Farmers often use potash to improve soil fertility and crop yields.

potassic

IPA: /pəˈtæsɪk/

KK: /pəˈtæsɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or containing potassium, a chemical element essential for plant growth and various biological functions.

Example: The soil was enriched with potassic fertilizers to improve crop yield.

potbound

IPA: /ˈpɒtˌbaʊnd/

KK: /pɑtˌbaʊnd/

adjective

Definition: Describes a plant that has become too big for its pot, causing its roots to become tangled or crowded.

Example: The potbound plant struggled to grow because its roots had no space left to expand.

potentilla

IPA: /pəˈtɛn.tɪ.lə/

KK: /pəˈtɛntɪlə/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that belongs to the genus Potentilla, which includes various herbs and shrubs found mainly in the northern temperate regions. These plants typically have compound leaves and produce flowers that can be yellow, white, or red.

Example: The garden was filled with beautiful potentilla plants that bloomed in vibrant colors.

potherb

IPA: /ˈpɒθɜːb/

KK: /ˈpɑːθɜːrb/

noun

Definition: A type of plant, often leafy, that is cooked and eaten or used to add flavor to food.

Example: She added some potherb to the soup for extra flavor.

pothos

IPA: /ˈpɔːθoʊs/

KK: /ˈpɔːθoʊs/

noun

Definition: A type of climbing plant that is often grown indoors for its attractive heart-shaped leaves, which can be green or have yellow or white markings.

Example: I bought a pothos plant to decorate my living room because it is easy to care for and looks beautiful.

preemergent

IPA: //priˈɛmərdʒənt//

KK: /priˈɛmərdʒənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing a substance that stops seeds from starting to grow by blocking a key enzyme.

Example: Farmers often use preemergent herbicides to control weeds before they sprout.

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