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Topic: Science

branch

IPA: /bræntʃ/

KK: /bræntʃ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To develop or divide into smaller parts or sections, similar to how a tree grows branches from its trunk.

Example: The road branches off to the left, leading to a small village.

noun

Definition: A part of a tree that grows out from the trunk or from a main stem, or a section of a larger organization or system.

Example: The company opened a new branch in the city center.

transitive verb

Definition: To divide or separate something into parts that resemble branches, often used in a figurative sense.

Example: The company decided to branch its operations into new markets.

branched

IPA: /bræntʃt/

KK: /bræntʃt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has multiple branches or divisions, often used in reference to trees or structures.

Example: The tree had a branched structure that spread wide across the yard.

verb

Definition: To have divided or split into parts or sections, often referring to a tree or a path.

Example: The river branched off into several smaller streams.

branchia

IPA: /ˈbræŋkiə/

KK: /ˈbræŋkiə/

noun

Definition: A gill or similar organ that helps some animals breathe underwater.

Example: Fish use their branchiae to extract oxygen from water.

branchial

IPA: /ˈbræŋkiəl/

KK: /ˈbræŋkiəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the gills of fish or similar structures in other animals.

Example: The branchial arches are important for the development of the respiratory system in fish.

branching

IPA: /ˈbræntʃɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbræntʃɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act or process of creating a branch from a main part, often used in contexts like trees, organizations, or decision-making.

Example: The branching of the tree allowed for more sunlight to reach the lower leaves.

verb

Definition: To divide into parts or sections, often resembling the way a tree grows branches.

Example: The river is branching into several smaller streams as it flows.

branchiopod

IPA: /ˈbræŋkiəˌpɒd/

KK: /ˈbræŋkiəˌpɒd/

noun

Definition: A type of small aquatic animal that belongs to a group of crustaceans, often found in freshwater, and includes species like fairy shrimp and water fleas. They have a segmented body and flat appendages that help them swim.

Example: The pond was full of branchiopods, including tiny water fleas that danced in the sunlight.

braunite

IPA: //ˈbraʊnaɪt//

KK: /braʊnaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of silicate mineral that contains manganese and forms grey-black crystals with a tetragonal shape.

Example: The geologist discovered a sample of braunite in the mineral collection.

brazing

IPA: /ˈbreɪzɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbreɪzɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A process used to join two or more pieces of metal together by heating them and adding a filler material that melts at a lower temperature than the metals being joined.

Example: The technician used brazing to connect the copper pipes securely.

verb

Definition: To join two or more pieces of metal together by melting a filler metal and allowing it to flow into the joint.

Example: The technician is brazing the metal parts to create a strong bond.

breadth

IPA: /brɛdθ/

KK: /brɛdθ/

noun

Definition: The distance or measurement from one side to the other; it refers to how wide something is. It can also mean a wide range of ideas or knowledge.

Example: The breadth of her knowledge impressed everyone at the conference.

breadthwise

IPA: /ˈbrɛdθwaɪz/

KK: /ˈbrɛdθˌwaɪz/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or directed across the width of something.

Example: The fabric was cut breadthwise to ensure it fit the design.

adverb

Definition: In a direction that is across the width of something.

Example: The fabric was cut breadthwise to create a wider piece for the quilt.

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