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Topic: Plants

vernalize

IPA: /ˈvɜrnəlaɪz/

KK: /ˈvɜrnəˌlaɪz/

verb

Definition: To treat seeds or plants with cold temperatures to promote flowering or growth in the spring.

Example: Farmers often vernalize certain crops to ensure they bloom at the right time.

vernalizing

IPA: /ˈvɜrnəlaɪzɪŋ/

KK: /ˈvɜrnəlaɪzɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of vernalization, which is the treatment of seeds or plants to induce flowering by exposure to cold temperatures.

Example: The vernalizing effect of the cold treatment helped the plants bloom earlier in the season.

verb

Definition: To treat seeds or plants with a period of cold to promote flowering or growth in the spring.

Example: The farmer is vernalizing the seeds to ensure they bloom at the right time.

vernation

IPA: /vɜːrˈneɪʃən/

KK: /vɜrˈneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The way young leaves are arranged inside a bud before they open.

Example: The vernation of the plant's leaves was fascinating to observe as they began to unfurl.

veronica

IPA: /vɛˈrɒnɪkə/

KK: /vɚˈɒnɪkə/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that belongs to the genus Veronica, known for its small flowers in colors like pink, white, blue, or purple.

Example: In the garden, the veronica blooms beautifully in the spring.

verticil

IPA: /ˈvɜːrtɪsɪl/

KK: /vɜːrˈtɪsɪl/

noun

Definition: A circular arrangement of flowers, leaves, or hairs that grow around a central point, often seen in plants.

Example: The verticil of flowers around the stem created a beautiful display in the garden.

vervain

IPA: /vɜːˈveɪn/

KK: /vɜrˈveɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of plant from the vervain family, known for its small flowers and often used in herbal remedies.

Example: The garden was filled with beautiful vervain, attracting many butterflies.

vetch

IPA: /vɛtʃ/

KK: /vɛtʃ/

noun

Definition: A type of plant from the Vicia genus, known for its compound leaves and small flowers, often used as fodder or green manure.

Example: Farmers often plant vetch to improve soil quality and provide food for livestock.

vetchling

IPA: /ˈvɛtʃlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈvɛtʃlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A type of plant belonging to the genus Lathyrus, which has compound leaves, tendrils, and colorful flowers.

Example: The garden was filled with beautiful vetchling flowers in shades of purple and pink.

vetiver

IPA: /ˈvɛtɪvər/

KK: /ˈvɛtɪvər/

noun

Definition: A type of tall grass from tropical regions, known for its fragrant roots that are used to make perfume and other scented products.

Example: The vetiver oil added a rich, earthy scent to the perfume.

vetivert

IPA: //ˈvɛtɪvɜːrt//

KK: /vɛtɪvɜrt/

noun

Definition: A type of grass known for its fragrant roots, which are used to produce essential oil.

Example: The vetivert oil is often used in perfumes and aromatherapy.

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