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Topic: Science

turbine

IPA: /ˈtɜːrbaɪn/

KK: /ˈtɜːrbaɪn/

noun

Definition: A machine that converts the energy of moving fluid, like water or air, into mechanical power using blades or paddles that spin around a central axis.

Example: The wind turbine generates electricity by harnessing the power of the wind.

turbomachinery

IPA: /ˌtɜːrbəʊˈmæʃənəri/

KK: /tɜrbəˈmæʃənəri/

noun

Definition: A type of machinery that uses rotating parts to convert energy from one form to another, often involving fluids like air or water.

Example: The engineers designed a new turbomachinery system to improve the efficiency of the power plant.

turbulence

IPA: /ˈtɜːr.bjʊ.ləns/

KK: /ˈtɜrbjələns/

noun

Definition: A state of disturbance or disorder in a fluid, often causing irregular motion; it can also refer to a situation of confusion or unrest.

Example: The airplane experienced turbulence during the flight, making it a bumpy ride.

turbulency

IPA: /ˈtɜːrbjʊlənsi/

KK: /tɜrˈbjuːlənsɪ/

noun

Definition: A state of disturbance or disorder, often characterized by irregular motion or agitation, especially in fluids or air.

Example: The plane experienced a lot of turbulency during the storm, making the flight quite uncomfortable.

turbulent

IPA: /ˈtɜːrbjʊlənt/

KK: /ˈtɜrbyələnt/

adjective

Definition: Describing a situation or environment that is chaotic, agitated, or full of unrest and disturbance.

Example: The turbulent weather caused many flight delays at the airport.

turgent

IPA: /ˈtɜrdʒənt/

KK: /tɜrdʒənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is swollen or inflated, often in a way that seems excessive or pompous.

Example: The turgent flowers in the garden were a vibrant display of color and life.

turgescence

IPA: /tɜːˈdʒɛsəns/

KK: /tɜrˈdʒɛsəns/

noun

Definition: The state of being swollen or puffed up, often used to describe a physical condition or an inflated sense of self-importance.

Example: The turgescence of the plant's leaves indicated that it was well-watered.

turgescent

IPA: /tɜːˈdʒɛsənt/

KK: /tɜrˈdʒɛsənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is becoming swollen or distended, often due to an increase in fluid or pressure.

Example: The turgescent plant cells were filled with water, making the leaves firm and upright.

turgid

IPA: /ˈtɜːrdʒɪd/

KK: /ˈtɜrɡɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is swollen or bloated, often due to excess fluid, or writing that is overly complicated and difficult to understand.

Example: The turgid language in the novel made it hard to enjoy the story.

turgidity

IPA: /tɜːˈdʒɪdəti/

KK: /tɜrˈdʒɪdəti/

noun

Definition: The condition of being swollen or firm, often due to the presence of fluid in a plant or tissue.

Example: The turgidity of the plant cells helps them maintain their structure and stand upright.

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