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Topic: Science

subshell

IPA: //ˈsʌbˌʃɛl//

KK: /sʌbˌʃɛl/

noun

Definition: A group of one or more orbitals within an electron shell of an atom, which can hold electrons.

Example: In chemistry, a subshell is important for understanding how electrons are arranged in an atom.

subsist

IPA: /səbˈsɪst/

KK: /səbˈsɪst/

intransitive verb

Definition: To continue to exist or live, often with minimal resources.

Example: Many animals can subsist on very little food during the winter months.

transitive verb

Definition: To continue to exist or live, especially in difficult conditions, often by relying on basic resources or support.

Example: They managed to subsist on very little food during the winter months.

subsocial

IPA: //sʌbˈsoʊʃəl//

KK: /sʌbˈsoʊʃəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing a tendency to associate with others in a group but without a structured or complex social system.

Example: The subsocial insects live in groups but do not have a defined hierarchy like bees or ants.

subsolar

IPA: //sʌbˈsoʊlər//

KK: /sʌbˈsoʊlər/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a position directly under the sun or in the area where the sun is directly overhead.

Example: The subsolar point is the location on Earth where the sun is at its zenith.

subsonic

IPA: //sʌbˈsɒnɪk//

KK: /sʌbˈsoʊnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a speed that is slower than the speed of sound in a specific medium, such as air.

Example: The aircraft was designed to operate at subsonic speeds for better fuel efficiency.

subsonically

IPA: /sʌbˈsoʊnɪkli/

KK: /sʌbˈsoʊnɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is slower than the speed of sound.

Example: The aircraft flew subsonically, creating less noise than supersonic jets.

subspace

IPA: /ˈsʌbˌspeɪs/

KK: /sʌbˌspeɪs/

noun

Definition: A smaller part of a larger space that still has its own structure and properties.

Example: In mathematics, a subspace can be used to simplify complex problems by focusing on a smaller area.

subspecialize

IPA: /ˌsʌbˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

KK: /sʌbˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To focus on a specific area of a broader field of study or practice, often after completing general training.

Example: After completing her residency, she decided to subspecialize in pediatric cardiology.

subspecialty

IPA: //sʌbˈspɛʃəlti//

KK: /sʌbˈspɛʃəlti/

noun

Definition: A specific area of expertise or focus within a broader field, often requiring specialized training or knowledge.

Example: She decided to pursue a subspecialty in cardiology after completing her general medical training.

subspecific

IPA: /sʌbˈspɪsɪfɪk/

KK: /sʌbˈspɪsɪfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a specific group within a species, often used in scientific contexts to categorize organisms.

Example: The researchers identified a subspecific variation of the butterfly that was unique to this region.

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