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Topic: Plants

taproot

IPA: /ˈtæp.ruːt/

KK: /ˈtæpˌrut/

noun

Definition: The main root of a plant that grows straight down into the soil, thicker than other roots and often providing stability and nourishment.

Example: The taproot of the carrot allows it to store nutrients and grow deep into the ground.

tarweed

IPA: //ˈtɑːrwiːd//

KK: /tɑrwid/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that has a strong smell and produces yellow flowers, commonly found in western America and Chile.

Example: The tarweed blooms beautifully in the summer, attracting many pollinators.

tatsoi

IPA: /ˈtæsoʊɪ/

KK: /tæˈsɔɪ/

noun

Definition: A type of Asian green vegetable with dark green, glossy, spoon-shaped leaves, often used in cooking.

Example: I added tatsoi to my salad for extra flavor and nutrition.

taxus

IPA: /ˈtæksəs/

KK: /ˈtæksəs/

noun

Definition: A type of tree or shrub that belongs to the genus of conifers known as yews.

Example: The taxus tree is often used in landscaping due to its dense foliage.

tayberry

IPA: //ˈteɪˌbɛri//

KK: /ˈteɪˌbɛri/

noun

Definition: A type of fruit that is a hybrid between a blackberry and a raspberry, known for its large size and sweet taste.

Example: I picked some tayberries from the garden to make a pie.

teak

IPA: //tiːk//

KK: /tik/

noun

Definition: A type of tall tree from Southeast Asia that produces strong, durable wood, often used for making furniture and ships.

Example: The table is made of beautiful teak wood that will last for many years.

teakwood

IPA: //tiːk.wʊd//

KK: /tɪkˌwʊd/

noun

Definition: A type of hardwood tree known for its durability and resistance to water, often used in furniture and boat building.

Example: The table is made of beautiful teakwood that will last for many years.

teasel

IPA: /ˈtiːzəl/

KK: /ˈtiːzəl/

noun

Definition: A type of plant with spiny flower heads, often used in the past for raising the nap on fabrics like wool.

Example: The gardener planted several teasels to attract butterflies and bees.

transitive verb

Definition: To create a raised texture on a fabric by using a special tool.

Example: The artisan teasels the fabric to give it a soft, fuzzy finish.

teaseling

IPA: /ˈtiːzəlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈtiːzəlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of cutting and collecting teasels, which are plants used in textile finishing.

Example: The teaseling of the fabric gave it a unique texture and finish.

verb

Definition: To tease or to make fun of someone in a playful way.

Example: She was teaseling her friend about his new haircut.

teazel

IPA: /ˈtiːzəl/

KK: /ˈtiːzəl/

noun

Definition: A type of plant with spiny flower heads, often used for teasing or raising the nap on cloth.

Example: The gardener planted a teazel in the corner of the flower bed.

transitive verb

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available.

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