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Topic: Science

ballistically

IPA: /bəˈlɪstɪkli/

KK: /bəlˈɪstɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the motion of projectiles or the science of ballistics.

Example: The missile was designed to travel ballistically, ensuring it reached its target accurately.

ballistics

IPA: /bəˈlɪstɪks/

KK: /bəˈlɪstɪks/

adjective

Definition: Related to the study of the motion of projectiles, especially bullets and missiles.

Example: The ballistics expert analyzed the trajectory of the bullet.

noun

Definition: The science that deals with the motion and behavior of projectiles, especially bullets, when they are fired from guns.

Example: The police called in an expert in ballistics to analyze the evidence from the crime scene.

ballute

IPA: /bəˈluːt/

KK: /bæˈluːt/

noun

Definition: A type of parachute that uses a balloon shape to help slow down descent.

Example: The astronaut used a ballute to safely land back on Earth.

balneology

IPA: /ˌbæl.niˈoʊ.lə.dʒi/

KK: /bælˈniːəˌlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study of baths and their healing properties, particularly how thermal baths can be used for health benefits.

Example: Balneology is often practiced in spas where people seek relief from various ailments.

bandpass

IPA: //ˈbændpæs//

KK: /bændpæs/

adjective

Definition: A type of filter that allows signals within a certain frequency range to pass through while blocking signals outside that range.

Example: The audio engineer used a bandpass filter to enhance the sound quality of the recording.

noun

Definition: A device that allows signals within a certain frequency range to pass through while blocking signals outside that range.

Example: The engineer used a bandpass to isolate the desired frequencies in the audio signal.

barbital

IPA: //ˈbɑːrbɪtəl//

KK: /ˈbɑːrbɪtəl/

noun

Definition: A type of drug that is a white powder and is used to help people sleep or calm down.

Example: The doctor prescribed barbital to help the patient with insomnia.

barbitone

IPA: //ˈbɑːrbɪtoʊn//

KK: /ˈbɑːrbɪtoʊn/

noun

Definition: A type of drug that is a sedative and hypnotic, used to help people sleep or to calm them down.

Example: The doctor prescribed barbitone to help the patient with severe insomnia.

barbiturate

IPA: //ˈbɑːrbɪtʃʊrət//

KK: /ˈbɑːrbɪtʃʊrɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of drug that comes from barbituric acid and is used to calm the nervous system, often as a sleep aid or to relieve anxiety.

Example: The doctor prescribed a barbiturate to help the patient sleep better at night.

barbule

IPA: /ˈbɑːr.bjuːl/

KK: /ˈbɑːr.bjuːl/

noun

Definition: A tiny pointed projection, especially found on the edges of feathers, that helps in their structure and function.

Example: The bird's feathers were beautifully adorned with delicate barbules that helped them stay waterproof.

baric

IPA: /ˈbærɪk/

KK: /ˈbɛrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the chemical element barium, which is a soft, silvery-white metal.

Example: The baric properties of the compound were studied in the laboratory.

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