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Topic: Science

deduce

IPA: /dɪˈdjuːs/

KK: /dɪˈdus/

transitive verb

Definition: To come to a conclusion based on reasoning or evidence; to figure something out by thinking logically about it.

Example: From the clues left at the scene, the detective was able to deduce what had happened.

deducible

IPA: /dɪˈdjuːsəbl/

KK: /dɪˈdjuːsəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be figured out or concluded from information or reasoning.

Example: The answer to the puzzle is deducible from the clues provided.

deductive

IPA: /dɪˈdʌktɪv/

KK: /dɪˈdʌktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a method of reasoning where conclusions are drawn from general principles or premises.

Example: The detective used deductive reasoning to solve the mystery.

deductively

IPA: /dɪˈdʌktɪvli/

KK: /dɪˈdʌktɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves reasoning from general principles to specific cases.

Example: The scientist approached the problem deductively, starting with a theory and testing it with experiments.

deepen

IPA: /ˈdiːpən/

KK: /ˈdipən/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something more deep or to increase its depth.

Example: The artist decided to deepen the colors in her painting to make it more vibrant.

deepener

IPA: /ˈdiːpənər/

KK: /ˈdipənər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that makes something deeper or more intense.

Example: The deepener helped the participants reach a more profound state of relaxation during the session.

defatting

IPA: /dɪˈfætɪŋ/

KK: /dɪˈfætɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of removing fat from something, which can be done in various ways, either by physical means or through chemical methods.

Example: The defatting of the meat made it healthier for consumption.

verb

Definition: To remove fat from something, often used in cooking or food preparation.

Example: The chef is defatting the meat to make it healthier.

defecate

IPA: /ˈdɛfɪˌkeɪt/

KK: /dɛfɪˌkeɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To release waste from the body through the bowels.

Example: The doctor explained that it is normal to defecate several times a week.

transitive verb

Definition: To expel waste material from the body through the bowels.

Example: The doctor explained that it is important to defecate regularly for good health.

defect

IPA: /dɪˈfɛkt/

KK: /dɪˈfɛkt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To leave a group or organization, often to join a different one, especially in a political or military context.

Example: He decided to defect from the army and join the rebels.

noun

Definition: A flaw or imperfection that makes something less effective or valuable.

Example: The product was recalled due to a defect in its design.

defervescence

IPA: /dɪˈfɜː.və.səns/

KK: /dɪˈfɜrvəsəns/

noun

Definition: The process of a fever decreasing or going away, often shown by a drop in body temperature.

Example: After taking the medicine, her defervescence was noticeable as her temperature returned to normal.

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