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Topic: Science

keratose

IPA: /ˌkɛrəˈtoʊs/

KK: /kɛrəˈtoʊs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a condition that is related to or characterized by thickened skin or the presence of keratosis, which often appears rough or scaly.

Example: The doctor noted that the patient's skin was keratose, indicating a possible skin condition.

keratosis

IPA: /ˌkɛrəˈtoʊsɪs/

KK: /kɛrətˈoʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition where there is an abnormal growth of thickened skin tissue, often resulting in rough patches or lesions.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with keratosis after examining the rough spots on her skin.

kernel

IPA: /ˈkɜrnəl/

KK: /ˈkɜrnəl/

noun

Definition: A small, hard seed or grain that is found inside a fruit or plant, often edible and surrounded by a husk or shell.

Example: The farmer harvested the corn kernels to sell at the market.

kerneled

IPA: /ˈkɜrnəld/

KK: /ˈkɜrnəld/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that contains or is made up of a kernel, which is the inner part of a seed or grain.

Example: The kerneled corn was ready for cooking and had a sweet flavor.

kernelled

IPA: /ˈkɜrnəld/

KK: /ˈkɜrnəld/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that contains or has a kernel, which is the inner part of a seed or grain.

Example: The kernelled corn was ready for harvest.

kernelly

IPA: /ˈkɜrnəli/

KK: /ˈkɜrnəli/

adjective

Definition: Having many small, seed-like parts or resembling seeds in appearance or texture.

Example: The corn was kernelly, with each piece bursting with flavor.

kernite

IPA: //ˈkɜrn.aɪt//

KK: /ˈkɜrnˌaɪt/

noun

Definition: A shiny mineral that is usually colorless or white and contains sodium and boron, often used as a source of boron ore.

Example: Kernite is often found in arid regions where boron minerals are abundant.

kerogen

IPA: /ˈkɛrəʊdʒən/

KK: /ˈkɛrəˌdʒɛn/

noun

Definition: A type of fossilized organic material found in sedimentary rocks that can produce oil when heated.

Example: Geologists study kerogen to understand the potential for oil extraction in certain rock formations.

kerosene

IPA: /ˈkɛrəˌsiːn/

KK: /ˈkɛrəˌsin/

noun

Definition: A type of thin oil that comes from petroleum, used mainly as a fuel for heating, cooking, and in lamps.

Example: The mechanic used kerosene to clean the engine parts.

kerosine

IPA: /ˈkɛrəˌsiːn/

KK: /ˈkɛrəˌsin/

noun

Definition: A type of flammable liquid used as fuel, especially in heating and jet engines.

Example: The airplane was fueled with kerosine before takeoff.

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