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Topic: Science

rot

IPA: /rɒt/

KK: /rɑt/

interjection

Definition: This word is used to show that you are annoyed, disrespectful, or impatient about something.

Example: "Rot! I can't believe you forgot my birthday!"

intransitive verb

Definition: To undergo decay or decomposition, especially in a way that makes something unusable or spoiled.

Example: The fruit began to rot after being left out for too long.

noun

Definition: The process of decaying or decomposing, often referring to the breakdown of organic matter, especially in plants or food.

Example: The fruit was left out too long and began to show signs of rot.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something decompose or decay, often due to the action of bacteria or fungi.

Example: The farmer had to rot the old vegetables to enrich the soil.

rotameter

IPA: /ˈroʊtəˌmɛtər/

KK: /ˈroʊtəˌmɛtər/

noun

Definition: A tool that measures how much fluid is flowing through a pipe by using a float that moves up and down in a tube.

Example: The engineer used a rotameter to check the flow rate of the water in the system.

rotate

IPA: //roʊˈteɪt//

KK: /roʊˈteɪt/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that has parts that spread out from a central point, resembling the shape of a wheel or spokes.

Example: The rotate design of the flower petals makes it look beautiful from all angles.

intransitive verb

Definition: To turn around a central point or axis, or to change places in a sequence or order.

Example: The Earth rotates on its axis once every 24 hours.

transitive verb

Definition: To turn something around a central point or axis.

Example: The mechanic will rotate the tires to ensure even wear.

rotated

IPA: /roʊˈteɪtɪd/

KK: /roʊˈteɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has turned around a central point or axis.

Example: The wheel rotated smoothly as the car moved forward.

verb

Definition: To turn or spin around a central point or axis.

Example: The Earth rotated on its axis, causing day and night.

rotating

IPA: /roʊˈteɪtɪŋ/

KK: /roʊˈteɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that moves around a central point or axis, often in a circular motion.

Example: The rotating fan helped to cool the room on a hot day.

verb

Definition: To move in a circle around a central point or axis.

Example: The Earth is rotating on its axis, which causes day and night.

rotation

IPA: /roʊˈteɪʃən/

KK: /roʊˈteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of turning around a central point or axis, or a complete cycle of such movement.

Example: The rotation of the Earth causes day and night.

rotational

IPA: /rəʊˈteɪʃənl/

KK: /roʊˈteɪʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resulting from the act of turning around a center or axis.

Example: The rotational movement of the Earth causes day and night.

rotator

IPA: /ˈroʊteɪtər/

KK: /ˈroʊˌteɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that causes something to turn or rotate, often used in anatomy to refer to muscles that help in rotating body parts.

Example: The rotator cuff is essential for shoulder stability and movement.

rotatory

IPA: //roʊˈteɪtəri//

KK: /roʊˈteɪtəri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or causing something to turn around a central point or axis.

Example: The rotatory motion of the wheel helps the vehicle move forward.

rotavirus

IPA: /ˈroʊtəˌvaɪrəs/

KK: /ˈroʊtəˌvaɪrəs/

noun

Definition: A type of virus that is shaped like a wheel and can cause stomach infections, particularly in babies and young animals.

Example: The doctor explained that rotavirus is a common cause of diarrhea in infants.

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