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Topic: Science

substitution

IPA: /ˌsʌb.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən/

KK: /sʌbstəˈtuːʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of replacing one thing with another, or the thing that is used as a replacement.

Example: The teacher made a substitution in the schedule to accommodate the guest speaker.

substitutional

IPA: //səbˈstɪtʃənl//

KK: /sʌbstɪˈtuːʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of replacing one thing with another or using a substitute.

Example: In chemistry, substitutional alloys are formed when one metal replaces another in the crystal structure.

substitutive

IPA: //səbˈstɪtʃʊtɪv//

KK: /sʌbˈstɪtʃʊtɪv/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that can be used in place of another thing.

Example: In cooking, a substitutive ingredient can replace the original one if it's not available.

substrate

IPA: /ˈsʌb.streɪt/

KK: /sʌbˌstreɪt/

noun

Definition: A layer or material that lies underneath something else, often providing support or a surface for growth or development.

Example: The scientist examined the substrate to understand how the bacteria were growing.

substratum

IPA: //sʌbˈstrætəm//

KK: /sʌbˈstrætəm/

noun

Definition: A layer or foundation that supports something else, often found beneath the surface or as a base for other materials.

Example: The archaeologists discovered a substratum of ancient pottery beneath the soil.

substructural

IPA: //sʌbˈstrʌkʧərəl//

KK: /sʌbˈstrʌkʧərəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a part of a structure that is below the main level or foundation.

Example: The engineers studied the substructural elements to ensure the building's stability.

substructure

IPA: /sʌbˈstrʌk.tʃər/

KK: /sʌbˈstrʌk.tʃɚ/

noun

Definition: A part that supports a larger structure, often serving as its foundation or base.

Example: The engineers examined the substructure to ensure it could support the new building.

subsumable

IPA: /səbˈsuːməbl/

KK: /səbˈsuːməbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be included or categorized within a larger group or concept.

Example: The smaller theories are subsumable under the broader scientific framework.

subsume

IPA: /səbˈsjuːm/

KK: /səbˈsjuːm/

transitive verb

Definition: To include or classify something as part of a larger group or category.

Example: In biology, a specific species can be subsumed under a broader genus.

subsurface

IPA: //sʌbˈsɜːrfɪs//

KK: /sʌbˈsɜrfɪs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or located beneath a surface, especially under the ground or water.

Example: The subsurface layers of soil are important for plant growth.

noun

Definition: Material that is located just below the surface of the ground, such as soil or rock that is not visible from above.

Example: The construction project required drilling into the subsurface to assess the soil conditions.

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