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Topic: Technology

lightbulb

IPA: /ˈlaɪtˌbʌlb/

KK: /ˈlaɪtˌbʌlb/

noun

Definition: A device that produces light when electricity passes through it, typically used in lamps and fixtures.

Example: I need to replace the lightbulb in the living room because it burned out.

lightface

IPA: /ˈlaɪtfeɪs/

KK: /ˈlaɪtfeɪs/

noun

Definition: A style of writing where the letters are thin and not bold, often used in printing and typography.

Example: The book was printed in lightface to give it a more elegant appearance.

lighting

IPA: /ˈlaɪtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈlaɪtɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process or equipment used to provide light in a space, especially in a way that makes it bright and visible.

Example: The lighting in the theater created a magical atmosphere for the performance.

lightplane

IPA: //ˈlaɪtpleɪn//

KK: /ˈlaɪtpleɪn/

noun

Definition: A small and lightweight airplane designed for carrying passengers, typically used for private travel.

Example: He flew his lightplane over the mountains for a weekend getaway.

lightproof

IPA: //ˈlaɪtpruːf//

KK: /ˈlaɪtpruf/

adjective

Definition: Not allowing light to pass through; designed to block light.

Example: The photographer used a lightproof bag to protect the film from exposure.

lightweight

IPA: /ˈlaɪtˌweɪt/

KK: /ˈlaɪtˌweɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that weighs very little or is not heavy, often used for items like clothing or materials.

Example: She prefers to wear lightweight clothes during the summer to stay cool.

noun

Definition: A person or thing that is not heavy, often used to describe a boxer or athlete in a specific weight class.

Example: The lightweight champion defended his title successfully last night.

limiter

IPA: /ˈlɪmɪtə/

KK: /ˈlɪmɪtər/

noun

Definition: A device or circuit that restricts the amount or level of something, such as sound or electrical signals, to prevent it from going beyond a certain limit.

Example: The audio engineer used a limiter to ensure the sound levels did not exceed the maximum threshold during the concert.

line

IPA: /laɪn/

KK: /laɪn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move in a straight path or direction, often used in the context of sports or activities where a straight trajectory is important.

Example: The baseball lined out to the shortstop during the game.

noun

Definition: A long, narrow mark or band that can represent a boundary, a connection, or a series of items arranged in a row.

Example: She drew a straight line on the paper with a ruler.

transitive verb

Definition: To cover or fit the inside surface of something, or to arrange things in a row along a space.

Example: She decided to line the shelves with colorful paper.

linearize

IPA: /ˈlɪnɪəraɪz/

KK: /ˈlɪnɪəraɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To change something into a straight line or a linear format.

Example: The engineer decided to linearize the data for better analysis.

linearized

IPA: /ˈlɪnɪəraɪzd/

KK: /lɪnɪərˌaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been changed to follow a straight line or a direct path, often used in mathematics or science.

Example: The data was linearized to simplify the analysis process.

verb

Definition: To make something linear or to represent it in a straight line format.

Example: The data was linearized to simplify the analysis.

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