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Topic: Science

ceratin

IPA: /səˈrætɪn/

KK: /səˈrætɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of organic substance found in horns, hooves, nails, and similar structures, which is a key component of certain tissues in animals.

Example: The horse's hoof is made of ceratin, which helps protect its feet.

ceratoid

IPA: /sɛrˈeɪtɔɪd/

KK: /sɛrˈeɪtɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Resembling or having the characteristics of a horn.

Example: The ceratoid structure of the animal's head gave it a unique appearance.

ceratopsian

IPA: /sɛˈrætəpʃən/

KK: /sɛrˈætəpʃən/

noun

Definition: A type of plant-eating dinosaur that lived during the late Jurassic and Cretaceous periods, known for its distinctive features like a bony frill around the neck and one or more horns on its head.

Example: The ceratopsian was a fascinating dinosaur that roamed the Earth millions of years ago.

cercaria

IPA: /sɜːrˈkeəriə/

KK: /sɜrˈkɛr i ə/

noun

Definition: A type of larval stage of a parasitic worm that is free-swimming and typically develops in a snail before moving to another host.

Example: The cercaria swims through the water to find its next host.

cere

IPA: /sɪr/

KK: /sɪr/

noun

Definition: A soft, fleshy area at the base of a bird's upper beak that often contains the nostrils.

Example: The parrot's cere was bright yellow, making it easy to identify.

transitive verb

Definition: To wrap something in a cloth, especially for protection or preservation.

Example: The ancient artifacts were cereed in special cloth to keep them safe.

cerebellar

IPA: /ˌsɛrəˈbɛlər/

KK: /sɛrəˈbɛlər/

adjective

Definition: Related to the part of the brain that controls movement and balance.

Example: The cerebellar functions are crucial for coordinating muscle movements.

cerebellum

IPA: /ˌsɛrəˈbɛləm/

KK: /sɛrəˈbɛləm/

noun

Definition: A part of the brain that helps control movement, balance, and coordination of muscles.

Example: The cerebellum plays a crucial role in helping athletes maintain their balance during complex movements.

cerebral

IPA: /ˈsɛr.ɪ.brəl/

KK: /ˈsɛrɪbrəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the brain or the intellect; often used to describe something that is intellectual rather than emotional.

Example: The film was very cerebral, making the audience think deeply about its themes.

cerebrally

IPA: /səˈrɛbərəli/

KK: /səˈrɛbərəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the brain or intellect; intellectually.

Example: She approached the problem cerebrally, analyzing every detail before making a decision.

cerebrate

IPA: /ˈsɛrəˌbreɪt/

KK: /sɛˈrɛˌbreɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To think or use one's mind to reason about something.

Example: She needed to cerebrate before making a decision.

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