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Topic: Science

culicine

IPA: /ˈkjuːlɪsaɪn/

KK: /kjuˈlɪsaɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of mosquito that belongs to the subfamily Culicinae.

Example: The culicine mosquitoes are known to transmit various diseases.

cullet

IPA: /ˈkʌlɪt/

KK: /ˈkʌlɪt/

noun

Definition: Pieces of broken glass that are collected to be melted down and reused, often mixed with new materials in the glass-making process.

Example: The factory uses cullet to reduce energy consumption during glass production.

culminate

IPA: /ˈkʌlmɪneɪt/

KK: /ˈkʌlmɪneɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To reach a final stage or the highest point after a period of development or waiting.

Example: The project will culminate in a grand opening ceremony next month.

culmination

IPA: /ˌkʌl.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

KK: /kʌlməˈneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The highest point or climax of something, often representing the peak of achievement or development.

Example: The culmination of her years of hard work was the award she received last night.

cultigen

IPA: /ˈkʌltɪdʒən/

KK: /ˈkʌltɪdʒən/

noun

Definition: A type of organism, particularly a cultivated plant, that does not have a known wild version and has been significantly altered through domestication.

Example: The banana is a well-known cultigen that has been cultivated for thousands of years.

cultivate

IPA: /ˈkʌltɪveɪt/

KK: /ˈkʌltɪˌveɪt/

verb

Definition: To prepare and use land for growing plants or crops, or to help something develop and grow.

Example: Farmers cultivate the land to produce food for the community.

cultivated

IPA: //ˈkʌltɪˌveɪtɪd//

KK: /ˈkʌltɪˌveɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having been educated or refined; showing good manners and taste.

Example: She is a cultivated person who enjoys classical music and fine art.

cultivation

IPA: //kʌlˈteɪʃən//

KK: /kʌlˈteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of growing plants or crops, or the act of improving skills or knowledge.

Example: The cultivation of vegetables requires careful planning and attention to detail.

cultrate

IPA: //ˈkʌl.treɪt//

KK: /kʌlˈtreɪt/

adjective

Definition: Having sharp edges or points, resembling a knife.

Example: The cultrate leaves of the plant can easily cut through the air.

cumarin

IPA: //ˈkjuːmərɪn//

KK: /kuˈmɛrɪn/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound that has a sweet scent and is found in many plants; it is often used in perfumes and flavorings.

Example: The fragrance of the perfume was enhanced by the addition of cumarin.

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