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Topic: Science

subglacially

IPA: /sʌbˈɡleɪʃəli/

KK: /sʌbˈɡleɪʃəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that occurs beneath a glacier or ice.

Example: The researchers studied the water flow subglacially to understand its impact on glacier movement.

subgraph

IPA: /ˈsʌbˌɡræf/

KK: /sʌbˌɡræf/

noun

Definition: A part of a larger graph that includes some of its points and connections.

Example: In computer science, a subgraph can be used to analyze specific relationships within a larger dataset.

subgroup

IPA: /ˈsʌbˌɡruːp/

KK: /sʌbˌɡruːp/

noun

Definition: A smaller group that is part of a larger group, often sharing specific characteristics or interests.

Example: The research team was divided into several subgroups to focus on different aspects of the project.

transitive verb

Definition: To separate or categorize something into smaller groups that share common characteristics.

Example: The teacher decided to subgroup the students based on their reading levels.

subgrouping

IPA: //sʌbˈɡruːpɪŋ//

KK: /sʌbˈɡruːpɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A smaller group that is part of a larger group, often used to categorize or organize members based on specific characteristics or criteria.

Example: The research team divided the participants into several subgroupings based on their age and interests.

verb

Definition: To divide something into smaller groups that share common characteristics.

Example: The researchers are subgrouping the participants based on their age and health conditions.

subinhibitory

IPA: //ˌsʌb.ɪnˈhɪb.ɪ.tər.i//

KK: /sʌbɪnˈhɪbɪtəri/

adjective

Definition: Describing a level or amount that is not enough to stop or inhibit a process.

Example: The researchers used a subinhibitory concentration of the drug to study its effects on bacteria.

subinterval

IPA: /ˈsʌbˌɪntərvəl/

KK: /sʌbˈɪntərvəl/

noun

Definition: A smaller section or part of a larger interval, often used in mathematics to describe divisions within a range.

Example: In calculus, we often analyze the properties of a function over a subinterval of its domain.

subirrigate

IPA: /səˈbɪrɪˌɡeɪt/

KK: /səˈbɪrɪˌɡeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To provide water to plants from below the surface of the soil, typically using a system of underground pipes.

Example: Farmers often use subirrigation to ensure that their crops receive enough moisture without overwatering the surface.

subirrigation

IPA: /ˌsʌbɪˈrɪɡeɪʃən/

KK: /sʌbɪˈrɪɡeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A method of watering plants where water is supplied below the surface of the soil, reaching the roots without being visible on the surface.

Example: Farmers often use subirrigation to ensure that their crops receive enough water during dry seasons.

subjacency

IPA: /səbˈdʒeɪnsi/

KK: /sʌbˈdʒeɪnsi/

noun

Definition: The condition of being located underneath something else.

Example: The subjacency of the water table affects the growth of plants in the area.

subjacent

IPA: /səbˈdʒeɪsənt/

KK: /səbˈdʒeɪsənt/

adjective

Definition: Situated underneath or lower than something else, but not directly below it.

Example: The subjacent layer of rock supports the soil above it.

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