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Topic: Politics

demarcate

IPA: //dɪˈmɑːr.keɪt//

KK: /dɪˈmɑrkˌeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To clearly mark or set the limits of something, often by drawing lines or creating boundaries.

Example: The surveyor was hired to demarcate the property lines between the two houses.

demarcation

IPA: /dɪˌmɑːrˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /dɪˌmɑrˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A clear line or boundary that separates different areas or things.

Example: The demarcation between the two countries is marked by a river.

demarche

IPA: /dɪˈmɑːrʃ/

KK: /dɪˈmɑːrʃ/

noun

Definition: A diplomatic action or initiative taken to communicate a position or request to another country or organization.

Example: The ambassador delivered a demarche to express his country's concerns about the situation.

demark

IPA: /dɪˈmɑrk/

KK: /dɪˈmɑrk/

verb

Definition: To set the boundaries or limits of something, often by marking or drawing a line.

Example: The surveyor will demark the property lines to avoid any disputes.

demean

IPA: /dɪˈmiːn/

KK: /dɪˈmin/

transitive verb

Definition: To lower someone's dignity or social standing; to treat someone in a way that makes them feel less important.

Example: He felt demeaned by the harsh criticism from his peers.

demerit

IPA: /dɪˈmɛrɪt/

KK: /dɪˈmɛrɪt/

noun

Definition: A quality or characteristic that is considered a fault or deserving of blame.

Example: The student received a demerit for being late to class.

demilitarize

IPA: /ˌdɛmɪˈlɪtəraɪz/

KK: /dɛmɪˈlɪtəraɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To remove or prohibit military forces from a specific area or region.

Example: The government decided to demilitarize the border to promote peace between the two nations.

demilitarized

IPA: //ˌdɛmɪˈlɪtəraɪzd//

KK: /dɛmɪˈlɪtəraɪzd/

adjective

Definition: A term used to describe an area or region where all military forces have been removed or prohibited.

Example: The country became a demilitarized zone to promote peace and security.

verb

Definition: To remove military forces or weapons from a specific area or country, making it free from military presence.

Example: The country agreed to a treaty that would demilitarize the border region.

deminer

IPA: /dɪˈmiːnər/

KK: /dɪˈmiːnər/

noun

Definition: A person who is trained to safely remove explosive devices, such as landmines, from an area.

Example: The deminer carefully searched the field for hidden explosives before allowing the villagers to return.

demise

IPA: /dɪˈmaɪz/

KK: /dɪˈmaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To pass away or die; to come to an end.

Example: The old tree finally met its demise after the storm.

noun

Definition: The end of something, especially life or existence; it can also refer to the transfer of property or rights after someone's death.

Example: The sudden demise of the famous actor shocked his fans.

transitive verb

Definition: To transfer ownership or rights of property or an estate, often through a legal document such as a will or lease.

Example: The old man decided to demise his estate to his children after his passing.

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