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Topic: Science

corneal

IPA: /ˈkɔːr.nəl/

KK: /ˈkɔrnəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the transparent front part of the eye that covers the iris and pupil.

Example: The doctor examined the corneal surface for any signs of damage.

corneous

IPA: /ˈkɔːr.ni.əs/

KK: /ˈkɔrnɪəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is made of horn or has a hard, horn-like texture.

Example: The corneous layer of the animal's skin protects it from harsh environments.

cornerstone

IPA: /ˈkɔrnərˌstoʊn/

KK: /ˈkɔrnərˌstoʊn/

noun

Definition: A basic and essential part of something that supports or helps to build it, like a stone placed at the corner of a building.

Example: Trust is the cornerstone of any successful relationship.

cornification

IPA: /kɔːrnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /kɔrnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process where certain skin cells change into a tough, protective material, often seen in hair, nails, and similar structures.

Example: The cornification of the skin helps protect it from damage and infection.

cornified

IPA: /ˈkɔrnɪˌfaɪd/

KK: /ˈkɔrnɪˌfaɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been changed to have a hard, horn-like texture or appearance.

Example: The cornified layer of skin protects the underlying tissues from damage.

verb

Definition: To become or cause to become hardened or keratinized, typically referring to skin or tissue.

Example: The skin became cornified after prolonged exposure to the sun.

corollary

IPA: /kəˈrɒləri/

KK: /kəˈrɑːləri/

adjective

Definition: A word that describes something that follows as a result or consequence of something else.

Example: The new policy had a corollary effect on employee productivity.

noun

Definition: A result or effect that naturally follows from something else, often used in reasoning or logic.

Example: The increase in temperature is a corollary of global warming.

corollate

IPA: /kəˈrɒleɪt/

KK: /kəˈrɒleɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has a corolla or resembles a corolla, which is the part of a flower that consists of the petals.

Example: The corollate flowers in the garden attracted many bees and butterflies.

corona

IPA: /kəˈroʊ.nə/

KK: /kəˈroʊnə/

noun

Definition: A term that can refer to a type of cigar, a crown-like structure in anatomy, the top part of a cornice in architecture, or a glowing ring around celestial bodies like the sun or moon.

Example: During the solar eclipse, we could see the corona of the sun shining brightly.

coronagraph

IPA: /ˈkɔːrəˌnæɡræf/

KK: /kɔˈrɒnəˌgræf/

noun

Definition: A type of telescope used to observe the sun's corona, which is the outer atmosphere of the sun.

Example: The astronomers used a coronagraph to study the solar eclipse.

coronal

IPA: /kəˈroʊnəl/

KK: /kəˈroʊnəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the crown or top part of something, especially in anatomy or linguistics, where it refers to the tongue position or the division of the body into front and back parts.

Example: The coronal plane divides the body into anterior and posterior sections.

noun

Definition: A decorative circle or wreath worn on the head, often symbolizing honor or status.

Example: The queen wore a beautiful coronal made of flowers during the ceremony.

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