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Topic: Science

cumulate

IPA: /ˈkjuːmjʊleɪt/

KK: /ˈkjuːmjʊleɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been gathered or collected over time, often in a large amount.

Example: The cumulate layers of sediment tell the story of the Earth's history.

verb

Definition: To gather or combine things together into a single group or mass.

Example: Over the years, she began to cumulate a vast collection of rare coins.

cumulation

IPA: /kjuːˈmeɪʃən/

KK: /kjuːˈmeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of gathering or collecting things together into a large amount or pile.

Example: The cumulation of evidence led to a stronger case in court.

cumulative

IPA: /ˈkjuːmjʊlətɪv/

KK: /ˈkjuːmjʊlətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that increases or grows by adding more over time, often in a series or sequence.

Example: The cumulative effects of the medication can lead to serious side effects if taken for too long.

cumulatively

IPA: /ˈkjuːmjʊlətɪvli/

KK: /ˈkjuːmjʊlətɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that adds up or increases over time, often referring to the total amount resulting from a series of additions.

Example: The points from each game are added cumulatively to determine the overall winner.

cumulativeness

IPA: /ˈkjuːmjʊlətɪvnəs/

KK: /ˈkjuːmjʊlətɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of increasing or building up over time, often referring to the accumulation of something.

Example: The cumulativeness of the data showed a clear trend over the years.

cumulous

IPA: /ˈkjuːmələs/

KK: /ˈkjuːmələs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that looks like a pile or mound, often used to refer to certain types of clouds that appear fluffy and white.

Example: The cumulous clouds floated lazily across the blue sky.

cuneal

IPA: /ˈkjuːniəl/

KK: /ˈkyuːniəl/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape that resembles a wedge or a triangle.

Example: The cuneal muscles are important for movement and stability.

cuneated

IPA: /kjuːˈniːeɪtɪd/

KK: /kyuˈniːɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having a wedge-like shape or form, often used to describe leaves or other botanical structures.

Example: The cuneated leaves of the plant help it adapt to its environment.

cupel

IPA: /ˈkjuːpəl/

KK: /kjuːˈpɛl/

verb

Definition: To refine or separate precious metals from impurities using a small container called a cupel.

Example: The jeweler decided to cupel the gold to ensure it was pure before crafting the ring.

cupellation

IPA: /kəˈpɛl.eɪ.ʃən/

KK: /kəˈpɛl.eɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: A process used to purify metals like silver and gold by heating them in the presence of air, which helps to remove unwanted materials.

Example: The ancient method of cupellation was essential for extracting pure gold from ore.

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