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Topic: Technology

indexing

IPA: /ˈɪndɛksɪŋ/

KK: /ˈɪndɛksɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A method or system for organizing and categorizing information, often by creating a list of items with corresponding references or locations.

Example: The library uses indexing to help readers find books more easily.

verb

Definition: The action of creating an index, which is a list or catalog that helps to organize information for easy retrieval.

Example: The librarian is indexing the new books to make them easier to find.

indicator

IPA: /ˈɪndɪˌkeɪtə/

KK: /ˈɪndɪˌkeɪtər/

noun

Definition: A thing that shows or points out something, often used to measure or signal a condition or situation.

Example: The fuel gauge is an important indicator of how much gas is left in the tank.

inductor

IPA: /ɪnˈdʌktər/

KK: /ɪnˈdʌktər/

noun

Definition: A device used in electrical circuits that creates a magnetic field when electricity flows through it, helping to store energy and control the flow of current.

Example: The engineer added an inductor to the circuit to improve its performance.

industrial

IPA: /ɪnˈdʌstrɪəl/

KK: /ɪnˈdʌstrɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to or used in the production of goods and services, often involving factories and manufacturing processes.

Example: The city has many industrial areas where factories are located.

noun

Definition: A person or company that is involved in the production of goods or services in a specific sector of the economy.

Example: The industrial hired several new workers to meet the growing demand for their products.

industrialise

IPA: /ɪnˈdʌstrɪəlaɪz/

KK: /ɪnˈdʌstrɪəˌlaɪz/

verb

Definition: To develop industries in a country or region, making it more focused on manufacturing and production.

Example: The government plans to industrialise the rural areas to boost the economy.

industrialised

IPA: /ɪnˈdʌstrɪəlaɪzd/

KK: /ɪnˈdʌstrɪəlaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a place or country that has developed industries and factories, often leading to economic growth and urbanization.

Example: The industrialised nations have higher standards of living compared to developing countries.

verb

Definition: To develop industries in a country or region, often leading to increased production and economic growth.

Example: The country has industrialised rapidly over the past few decades.

industrialize

IPA: /ɪnˈdʌstrɪəˌlaɪz/

KK: /ɪnˈdʌstrɪəˌlaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To change from an economy based on agriculture or handicrafts to one based on the manufacturing of goods and services.

Example: Many countries began to industrialize in the late 19th century.

transitive verb

Definition: To develop or organize the production of goods and services in a systematic way, typically involving factories and machinery.

Example: The government plans to industrialize the rural areas to boost the economy.

industrially

IPA: /ɪnˈdʌstriəli/

KK: /ɪnˈdʌstriəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to industry or manufacturing.

Example: The factory operates industrially to meet the high demand for products.

industry

IPA: /ˈɪndəstri/

KK: /ˈɪndəstri/

noun

Definition: A sector of the economy that produces goods or services, often involving manufacturing or trade.

Example: The automotive industry has seen significant growth in recent years.

inefficient

IPA: /ˌɪnɪˈfɪʃənt/

KK: /ˌɪnɪˈfɪʃənt/

adjective

Definition: Not able to work well or produce good results; wasting time, energy, or resources.

Example: The old machines are inefficient and often break down, causing delays.

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