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Topic: Technology

guyline

IPA: /ˈɡaɪlaɪn/

KK: /ˈɡaɪlaɪn/

noun

Definition: A rope or cable that is used to keep something stable or in place, often used to support a structure like a tent or a mast.

Example: The campers secured the tent with a guyline to prevent it from blowing away in the wind.

gyrocompass

IPA: /ˈdʒaɪroʊˌkʌmpəs/

KK: /ˈdʒaɪroʊˌkɒmpəs/

noun

Definition: A type of compass that uses a spinning wheel to find true north by aligning with the Earth's rotation.

Example: The ship's gyrocompass helped the captain navigate accurately through the fog.

gyroscopic

IPA: /ˌdʒaɪəˈskɒpɪk/

KK: /dʒaɪəˈskɒpɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a device that uses the principles of angular momentum to maintain orientation and stability.

Example: The gyroscopic effect helps stabilize the airplane during flight.

gyroscopically

IPA: /ˌdʒaɪrəˈskɒpɪkli/

KK: /dʒaɪəˈrɒskəpɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that involves the use of a gyroscope, which is a device that helps to measure or maintain orientation and angular velocity.

Example: The spacecraft navigated gyroscopically to maintain its position in orbit.

gyrostabilizer

IPA: /ˈjaɪroʊˌsteɪbɪlaɪzər/

KK: /ˈjaɪrəˌsteɪbɪlaɪzər/

noun

Definition: A device that uses a spinning gyroscope to help keep a ship or airplane stable and reduce side-to-side movement.

Example: The gyrostabilizer helped the ship maintain a steady course even in rough waters.

hack

IPA: /hæk/

KK: /hæk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to writing that is dull, unoriginal, or done for pay without much care or creativity.

Example: The article was filled with hack writing that failed to engage the readers.

intransitive verb

Definition: To cough in a rough or harsh manner, often repeatedly.

Example: He started to hack loudly during the meeting, interrupting everyone.

noun

Definition: A rough cut or blow made by chopping or hacking, often used to describe a type of horse or a vehicle for hire.

Example: He took a hack at the tree with his axe.

transitive verb

Definition: To cut or chop something with repeated blows, often in a rough or irregular manner, or to alter a computer program in a way that changes its function.

Example: He hacked the old tree down to make space for a new garden.

hackable

IPA: /ˈhækəbl/

KK: /ˈhækəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that can be easily hacked or modified, often referring to technology or systems that are not secure.

Example: The software is hackable, allowing users to customize it to their needs.

hackee

IPA: /hækˈi/

KK: /hækˈi/

noun

Definition: A small, furry rodent known for its cheek pouches and bushy tail, often found in North America.

Example: The hackee scurried up the tree, storing nuts in its cheeks for the winter.

hacking

IPA: /ˈhækɪŋ/

KK: /ˈhækɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is short, interrupted, or broken in a way that is not smooth.

Example: The video had a hacking quality, making it hard to watch.

noun

Definition: The act of making unauthorized access to computer systems or networks, often to steal or damage data.

Example: Hacking can lead to serious legal consequences if caught.

verb

Definition: To break into a computer system or network to gain unauthorized access or control.

Example: He was hacking into the system to retrieve the lost data.

hackler

IPA: /ˈhæklər/

KK: /ˈhæklər/

noun

Definition: A person who prepares flax for spinning by separating the fibers from the stalks.

Example: The hackler skillfully prepared the flax fibers for weaving.

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