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Topic: Science

cingulate

IPA: /ˈsɪŋɡjʊleɪt/

KK: /ˈsɪŋɡjʊlɪt/

adjective

Definition: Related to a specific part of the brain or anatomical structure known as the cingulum.

Example: The cingulate cortex plays a crucial role in emotion and behavior regulation.

cingulum

IPA: /ˈsɪŋɡjʊləm/

KK: /ˈsɪŋɡjʊləm/

noun

Definition: A band or ridge that encircles a part of an animal's body or structure.

Example: The cingulum is an important feature in the anatomy of many animals, providing support and structure.

cinnabar

IPA: //ˈsɪnəˌbɑːr//

KK: /ˈsɪnəˌbɑr/

noun

Definition: A heavy red mineral that contains mercury and is used as an important source of mercury and as a pigment.

Example: The artist used cinnabar to create a vibrant red color in her painting.

cinnabarine

IPA: //ˌsɪnəˈbɑːrɪn//

KK: /sɪnəˈbɑrɪn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling a bright red mineral often used in pigments and mercury extraction.

Example: The artist chose a cinnabarine hue for the painting to give it a vibrant look.

cipher

IPA: /ˈsaɪfər/

KK: /ˈsaɪfər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To solve mathematical problems or perform calculations.

Example: He can cipher complex equations quickly in his head.

noun

Definition: A method of writing or a system used to encode messages so that they are not easily understood without a key or code.

Example: The spy used a cipher to send secret messages to his team.

transitive verb

Definition: To write or encode a message in a way that makes it difficult to read without a key or method to decode it.

Example: The spy had to cipher the message before sending it to ensure it remained secret.

ciprofloxacin

IPA: //sɪˌproʊfˈlɒksɪn//

KK: /sɪˌproʊfˈlɒksɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of antibiotic that is used to treat various bacterial infections and is taken by mouth.

Example: The doctor prescribed ciprofloxacin to help treat the patient's infection.

circadian

IPA: /sɜːrˈkeɪdiən/

KK: /sɚˈkeɪdiən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to biological processes that happen in cycles of about 24 hours, such as sleep and wakefulness.

Example: Many animals have circadian rhythms that help them know when to sleep and when to be active.

circuit

IPA: /ˈsɜːrkɪt/

KK: /ˈsɜrkɪt/

noun

Definition: A closed path that goes around an object or area, often used in contexts like electricity or travel routes.

Example: The marathon runners completed a circuit around the park.

transitive verb

Definition: To create a closed path for electricity or signals to flow through.

Example: The engineer decided to circuit the new design to improve efficiency.

circuital

IPA: /ˈsɜːrkɪtəl/

KK: /ˈsɜːrkɪtəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a closed path through which an electric current flows or can flow.

Example: The circuital design of the device ensures efficient energy transfer.

circuitous

IPA: //sɜːrˈkjuːɪtəs//

KK: /sɜrˈkjutəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a path or route that is not straight, often taking longer than necessary to reach a destination.

Example: We took a circuitous route to avoid the traffic jam.

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