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Topic: Science

extensor

IPA: /ɪkˈstɛnsər/

KK: /ɪkˈstɛnsər/

noun

Definition: A type of muscle that helps to straighten or extend a limb or part of the body.

Example: The extensor muscle in the arm allows you to straighten your elbow.

extent

IPA: /ɪkˈstɛnt/

KK: /ɪkˈstɛnt/

noun

Definition: The amount or degree to which something exists or is present; the range or area covered by something.

Example: The extent of the damage from the storm was much greater than we initially thought.

exterminate

IPA: /ɪkˈstɜːrmɪneɪt/

KK: /ɪkˈstɜrmɪneɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To completely destroy or eliminate something, often referring to pests or unwanted organisms.

Example: The pest control company was hired to exterminate the termites in the house.

extermination

IPA: /ɛkˌstɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/

KK: /ɛkˌstɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of completely getting rid of something, often in a destructive way, such as killing pests or eradicating a group.

Example: The extermination of invasive species is important for protecting native wildlife.

exterminator

IPA: /ɪkˈstɜːrmɪneɪtə/

KK: /ɪkˈstɜːrmɪneɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person whose job is to get rid of pests, such as insects or rodents, from homes or buildings.

Example: The exterminator came to my house to eliminate the cockroach problem.

exterminatory

IPA: /ɪkˈstɜːrmɪnətɔri/

KK: /ɪkˈstɜːrmɪnətɔri/

adjective

Definition: Related to the act of completely destroying or eliminating something, often used in the context of pests or unwanted organisms.

Example: The exterminatory measures taken by the pest control service effectively eliminated the infestation in the house.

extermine

IPA: /ɛkˈstɜːrmaɪn/

KK: /ɛkˈstɜrˌmaɪn/

transitive verb

Definition: To completely destroy or eliminate something, often referring to pests or unwanted organisms.

Example: The pest control company was hired to extermine the termites in the house.

external

IPA: /ɪkˈstɜːrnəl/

KK: /ɪkˈstɜrnəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or coming from the outside; not internal.

Example: The external features of the building were beautifully designed.

noun

Definition: A part or surface that is on the outside of something, or the outer conditions and appearances of a situation.

Example: The externals of the building were beautifully designed, attracting many visitors.

externally

IPA: /ɪkˈstɜrnəli/

KK: /ɪkˈstɜrnəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the outside or surface of something.

Example: The building was externally renovated to improve its appearance.

exteroceptive

IPA: /ɛkˌstɛrəˈsɛptɪv/

KK: /ɛkˌstɛrəˈsɛptɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to sensations or responses that come from outside the body, such as touch, sight, or sound.

Example: The exteroceptive senses help us understand our environment by detecting external stimuli.

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