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Topic: Science

tangency

IPA: /ˈtæn.dʒən.si/

KK: /ˈtæn.dʒən.si/

noun

Definition: The state or condition where two things touch at a single point without crossing each other.

Example: In geometry, the tangency of the two circles means they touch at exactly one point.

tangent

IPA: /ˈtæn.dʒənt/

KK: /ˈtændʒənt/

adjective

Definition: Not directly related or relevant; touching at a single point without crossing.

Example: The discussion was tangent to the main topic, straying into unrelated areas.

noun

Definition: A straight line or surface that touches another line or surface at one point without crossing it, or a sudden change in topic during a conversation.

Example: During the meeting, she went off on a tangent about her vacation plans.

tangential

IPA: /tænˈdʒɛnʃəl/

KK: /tænˈdʒɛnʃəl/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is only slightly related or connected to a main topic, often in a way that is not very important or relevant.

Example: His comments were tangential to the main discussion about climate change.

tangentially

IPA: /tænˈdʒɛnʃəli/

KK: /tænˈdʒɛnʃəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is only slightly related to the main topic or point.

Example: The speaker tangentially mentioned the project during the meeting, but did not go into detail.

tangible

IPA: /ˈtændʒəbl/

KK: /ˈtændʒəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be touched or felt; something that is real and can be perceived physically or understood clearly.

Example: The project provided tangible results that everyone could see and appreciate.

noun

Definition: Something that can be touched or physically felt; a material object or asset that has a definite value.

Example: The company invested in tangible assets like buildings and machinery.

tanglement

IPA: /ˈtæŋɡlmənt/

KK: /ˈtæŋɡlmənt/

noun

Definition: A situation where things are twisted together or mixed up, making it difficult to separate them.

Example: The tanglement of the fishing lines caused a lot of frustration for the anglers.

tank

IPA: /tæŋk/

KK: /tæŋk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To experience a sudden drop in value or performance, often used in the context of stocks or investments.

Example: The company's stock tanked after the disappointing earnings report.

noun

Definition: A large container used to hold liquids or gases, or a heavily armored vehicle used in combat.

Example: The firefighters filled the tank with water to put out the fire.

transitive verb

Definition: To put something into a large container for holding liquids or gases.

Example: The workers will tank the chemicals before transporting them.

tankage

IPA: /ˈtæŋkɪdʒ/

KK: /tæŋkɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: The total amount of liquid or material that can be stored in a tank, or the process of storing something in a tank.

Example: The tankage at the facility was sufficient to hold all the fuel needed for the winter.

tanklike

IPA: /ˈtæŋklaɪk/

KK: /tæŋklaɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape or characteristics similar to a military vehicle used for combat.

Example: The tanklike structure of the building made it look very strong and imposing.

tannable

IPA: /ˈtænəbl/

KK: /ˈtænəbl/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that can be treated to make leather, usually referring to animal hides.

Example: The hides from the farm are tannable and can be processed into leather.

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