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Topic: Plants

shamrock

IPA: /ˈʃæmrɒk/

KK: /ˈʃæmrɑk/

noun

Definition: A type of plant with three small leaflets, often associated with Ireland and considered its national symbol.

Example: During St. Patrick's Day, many people wear shamrocks to celebrate Irish culture.

shea

IPA: /ʃeɪ/

KK: /ʃeɪ/

noun

Definition: A type of tree that produces a fruit with a nutritious pulp and an oil-rich seed, commonly found in Africa.

Example: The shea tree is known for its valuable nuts that are used to make shea butter.

sheaf

IPA: /ʃiːf/

KK: /ʃif/

noun

Definition: A bundle of stalks of grain or similar plants that are tied together, or a collection of items that are grouped or held together.

Example: The farmer carried a sheaf of wheat on his shoulder.

transitive verb

Definition: To gather and tie together a collection of items, usually plants or stalks, into a bundle.

Example: The farmer decided to sheaf the wheat after harvesting it.

shinleaf

IPA: /ˈʃɪnˌliːf/

KK: /ʃɪnˌlif/

noun

Definition: A type of perennial herb found in woodlands, known for its shiny leaves and clusters of white or pink flowers.

Example: The shinleaf blooms beautifully in the spring, adding color to the forest floor.

shittah

IPA: /ˈʃɪtə/

KK: /ˈʃɪtə/

noun

Definition: A type of tree, likely a species of acacia, known for its wood that was used in ancient times, especially in the construction of religious artifacts mentioned in the Bible.

Example: The craftsmen used shittah wood to build the sacred furniture for the tabernacle.

shortia

IPA: /ˈʃɔːr.tʃə/

KK: /ˈʃɔrʧə/

noun

Definition: A type of evergreen plant found in eastern North America and Asia, known for its glossy leaves and nodding flowers that can be white, pink, or blue.

Example: The garden was filled with beautiful shortia plants, showcasing their delicate flowers.

shrivel

IPA: /ˈʃrɪvəl/

KK: /ˈʃrɪvəl/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something smaller and wrinkled, often because it is dry or has lost moisture.

Example: The hot sun caused the flowers to shrivel up and die.

shrivelled

IPA: /ˈʃrɪv.əld/

KK: /ˈʃrɪvld/

adjective

Definition: Having become smaller and wrinkled, often due to loss of moisture or drying out.

Example: The leaves on the plant were shrivelled and brown from lack of water.

verb

Definition: To become smaller and wrinkled, often due to loss of moisture or heat.

Example: The leaves shrivelled in the hot sun, losing their vibrant color.

shrub

IPA: /ʃrʌb/

KK: /ʃrʌb/

noun

Definition: A type of low-growing plant that has many stems and is not tall like a tree; it is often used in gardens and landscaping.

Example: The garden was filled with colorful shrubs that added beauty to the landscape.

shrubbery

IPA: /ˈʃrʌbəri/

KK: /ˈʃrʌbəri/

noun

Definition: A collection of small bushes or plants, often used in gardens or landscaping.

Example: The garden was filled with beautiful shrubbery that added color and texture.

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