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Topic: Science

subkingdom

IPA: //sʌbˈkɪŋdəm//

KK: /sʌbˈkɪŋdəm/

noun

Definition: A group of related living things that is a major part of a kingdom in biological classification, positioned between a kingdom and a phylum.

Example: The animal kingdom is divided into several subkingdoms, each containing different types of organisms.

sublate

IPA: /səˈbleɪt/

KK: /səˈbleɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To negate or deny something, often in a logical context.

Example: In his argument, he sought to sublate the opposing viewpoint by presenting counter-evidence.

sublethal

IPA: /sʌbˈliːθəl/

KK: /sʌbˈliːθəl/

adjective

Definition: Referring to something that is not deadly but can still cause harm or adverse effects, often used in the context of doses or exposures that are less than lethal.

Example: The researchers tested sublethal doses of the chemical to observe its effects on the environment.

sublethally

IPA: /sʌbˈliːθəli/

KK: /sʌbˈliːθəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that does not cause death, but may still have harmful effects.

Example: The chemicals were applied sublethally to test their effects on the environment.

sublevel

IPA: //ˈsʌbˌlɛvəl//

KK: /sʌbˈlɛvəl/

noun

Definition: An intermediate level or layer that exists between other levels, often used in contexts like mining or organization.

Example: The miners discovered a new sublevel that contained valuable minerals.

sublimate

IPA: //ˈsʌblɪmeɪt//

KK: /sʌb lɪ meɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To change directly from a solid to a gas or from a gas to a solid without becoming a liquid.

Example: The ice will sublimate in the dry air, turning directly into vapor.

noun

Definition: A chemical substance that has been transformed from a solid to a gas and then back to a solid without becoming liquid.

Example: The scientist studied the sublimate formed during the experiment.

transitive verb

Definition: To change a solid or gas directly into another state without becoming a liquid, or to redirect an unacceptable impulse into a more acceptable activity.

Example: She decided to sublimate her frustration by channeling it into her artwork.

sublimation

IPA: /ˌsʌb.lɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/

KK: /sʌb.lɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of changing from a solid directly into a gas without becoming liquid first.

Example: The sublimation of dry ice creates a fog-like effect in the air.

sublingual

IPA: //sʌbˈlɪŋɡwəl//

KK: /sʌbˈlɪŋɡwəl/

adjective

Definition: Located under the tongue, often used to describe a method of administering medication that allows it to be absorbed directly into the bloodstream.

Example: The doctor prescribed a sublingual tablet for faster relief of symptoms.

noun

Definition: A part located under the tongue, often referring to glands or ducts that are involved in the production of saliva or the absorption of substances.

Example: The sublingual gland plays an important role in saliva production.

sublittoral

IPA: //sʌbˈlɪtərəl//

KK: /sʌbˈlɪtərəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the area between the low tide line and the continental shelf, or to organisms living just below the low tide level.

Example: The sublittoral zone is home to many unique marine species.

noun

Definition: The area in a body of water that is deeper than the littoral zone, typically found between the low tide mark and the continental shelf.

Example: The marine biologist studied the diverse ecosystems found in the sublittoral zone.

subluxation

IPA: //sʌb.lʌkˈseɪ.ʃən//

KK: /sʌbˌlʌkˈseɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A condition where a bone in a joint is partially dislocated, meaning it is not completely out of place but is not in its normal position either.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a subluxation in her shoulder after the injury.

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