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Topic: Science

multifactorial

IPA: /ˌmʌltiˈfæktɔriəl/

KK: /mʌltiˈfæktɔriəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or caused by multiple factors or elements, especially in genetics or environmental contexts.

Example: The disease is considered multifactorial because it is influenced by both genetic and environmental factors.

multifarious

IPA: /ˌmʌl.tɪˈfɛr.i.əs/

KK: /mʌlˈtɪfɛriəs/

adjective

Definition: Having many different types or forms; diverse in nature.

Example: The festival featured a multifarious array of performances, from music to dance to theater.

multifid

IPA: /ˈmʌltɪfɪd/

KK: /mʌlˈtɪfɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has many divisions or lobes, often used in biology to refer to leaves or other structures that are split into several parts.

Example: The multifid leaves of the plant create a unique appearance in the garden.

multifilament

IPA: /ˌmʌl.tɪˈfɪl.ə.mənt/

KK: /mʌltɪˈfɪləmənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that consists of or is made up of several thin strands or fibers.

Example: The fishing line is made of multifilament material, making it stronger and more flexible.

multifocal

IPA: /ˌmʌl.tɪˈfoʊ.kəl/

KK: /mʌl.tɪˈfoʊ.kəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to lenses or glasses that have multiple areas for focusing, allowing a person to see clearly at different distances.

Example: She chose multifocal glasses to help her see both near and far without needing to switch pairs.

multifold

IPA: /ˈmʌl.tɪ.foʊld/

KK: /mʌlˈtɪfoʊld/

adjective

Definition: Having many different parts or forms; diverse and varied.

Example: The project had multifold benefits for the community.

multigenic

IPA: //mʌl.tɪˈdʒɛn.ɪk//

KK: /mʌltɪˈdʒɛnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing a trait or characteristic that is determined by the interaction of several different genes.

Example: The multigenic nature of height means that many genes contribute to how tall a person will be.

multigerm

IPA: //ˌmʌltiˈdʒɜrm//

KK: /mʌltiˈdʒɜrm/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that consists of or produces more than one reproductive part, especially in plants.

Example: The multigerm variety of the crop yields multiple plants from a single fruit cluster.

multigrid

IPA: /ˈmʌltiˌɡrɪd/

KK: /mʌltiɡrɪd/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a method used in numerical analysis that involves multiple levels of grid resolution to efficiently solve mathematical problems, particularly differential equations.

Example: The multigrid method significantly reduces the computation time for solving complex equations.

multigroup

IPA: /ˈmʌltiˌɡruːp/

KK: /mʌltiˌɡruːp/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or involving multiple groups.

Example: The multigroup study included participants from various backgrounds.

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