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Topic: Science

uncinal

IPA: /ʌnˈsɪnəl/

KK: /ʌnˈsɪnəl/

noun

Definition: A type of tooth found in the radula of certain mollusks, specifically shaped like a hook or claw.

Example: The uncinal teeth help the mollusk grasp and scrape food from surfaces.

uncinariasis

IPA: /ˌʌn.sɪ.nəˈraɪ.ə.sɪs/

KK: /ʌnˌsɪnəˈraɪəsɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition caused by hookworms in the intestine, leading to symptoms like anemia.

Example: Uncinariasis can lead to severe health issues if left untreated.

uncinate

IPA: /ʌnˈsɪneɪt/

KK: /ʌnˈsɪnɪt/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape that is curved or bent at the end, resembling a hook.

Example: The uncinate process of the bone helps to support the structure of the skull.

uncinus

IPA: //ʌnˈsɪnəs//

KK: /ʌnˈsɪnəs/

noun

Definition: A type of cloud that has thin, hair-like strands with hooks at the ends, typically found in cirrus cloud formations.

Example: The sky was filled with uncinus clouds, creating a delicate and wispy appearance.

uncleft

IPA: /ʌnˈklɛft/

KK: /ʌnˈklɛft/

adjective

Definition: Not divided or split; whole.

Example: The uncleft rock stood tall and proud in the landscape.

uncoated

IPA: /ʌnˈkoʊtɪd/

KK: /ʌnˈkoʊtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Not covered with a layer or coating, such as a pill or paper that does not have an outer layer.

Example: The uncoated paper is better for printing because it absorbs ink well.

uncoil

IPA: /ʌnˈkɔɪl/

KK: /ʌnˈkɔɪl/

transitive verb

Definition: To unwind or untwist something that is coiled or twisted.

Example: She decided to uncoil the rope before using it.

uncombined

IPA: /ˌʌn.kəmˈbaɪnd/

KK: /ʌnˈkəmˌbaɪnd/

adjective

Definition: Not mixed or joined with anything else; existing separately.

Example: The uncombined elements can be analyzed individually in the experiment.

unconditioned

IPA: //ʌn.kənˈdɪʃ.ənd//

KK: /ʌnˈkənˌdɪʃənd/

adjective

Definition: Not influenced by any conditions or limitations; natural and unlearned.

Example: The unconditioned response occurred without any prior training or conditioning.

unconformable

IPA: /ˌʌnkənˈfɔːrməbl/

KK: /ʌnˈkɒnfərməbl/

adjective

Definition: Not able to conform or fit in with a certain standard or pattern.

Example: The layers of rock were found to be unconformable, indicating a gap in the geological record.

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