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Topic: Technology

nanotechnology

IPA: /ˌnænəʊtɛkˈnɒlədʒi/

KK: /nænəˈtɛk.nəˌlɒdʒ.i/

noun

Definition: The field of science that involves creating and using very small devices and materials at the level of atoms and molecules.

Example: Nanotechnology is being used to develop new medical treatments and materials.

narrowband

IPA: /ˈnɛrəʊˌbænd/

KK: /ˈnɛroʊˌbænd/

adjective

Definition: Describing systems that use a limited range of frequencies for communication, which is less than that of wideband systems.

Example: The narrowband technology is often used in remote sensing applications.

navigational

IPA: /ˌnævɪˈɡeɪʃənl/

KK: /nævɪˈɡeɪʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the process of planning and directing the course of a vehicle or vessel, especially in travel or transport.

Example: The ship's navigational tools helped the captain find the safest route through the storm.

net

IPA: /nɛt/

KK: /nɛt/

adjective

Definition: Remaining after all deductions or expenses have been taken away; the final amount left.

Example: The net profit for the company increased this year due to lower expenses.

noun

Definition: A tool made of threads or fibers that is used to catch or hold things like fish, birds, or insects, or to create barriers against them.

Example: The fisherman used a large net to catch fish in the river.

transitive verb

Definition: To catch or trap something using a net, or to earn a profit after expenses are deducted.

Example: The fisherman will net a large catch today.

netbook

IPA: /ˈnɛtˌbʊk/

KK: /ˈnɛtˌbʊk/

noun

Definition: A small and lightweight laptop that is mainly used for browsing the internet and basic computing tasks.

Example: I bought a netbook for traveling because it's easy to carry and perfect for checking emails.

netless

IPA: /ˈnɛtləs/

KK: /nɛtləs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that does not have a net.

Example: The fisherman used a netless approach to catch the fish by hand.

netminder

IPA: //ˈnɛtˌmaɪndər//

KK: /ˈnɛtˌmaɪndər/

noun

Definition: A player in hockey who defends the goal and tries to stop the opposing team from scoring.

Example: The netminder made an incredible save during the championship game.

nettlier

IPA: /ˈnɛt.əl.ɪər/

KK: /ˈnɛtliər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that nettles, which means to irritate or annoy.

Example: The nettlier in the group always found a way to provoke others.

network

IPA: /ˈnɛtˌwɜrk/

KK: /ˈnɛtˌwɜrk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To connect with others in a way that allows for sharing information and support, often in a professional or social context.

Example: She decided to network with other professionals at the conference to find new job opportunities.

noun

Definition: A group of interconnected people, systems, or things that work together or share information.

Example: The company has a strong network of contacts in the industry.

transitive verb

Definition: To connect computers or devices together so they can communicate and share information.

Example: The technician will network the computers in the office to improve communication.

networked

IPA: /ˈnɛtˌwɜrkt/

KK: /ˈnɛtˌwɜrkt/

adjective

Definition: Connected or joined together through a system of communication or relationships.

Example: The networked devices in the smart home can be controlled from a single app.

verb

Definition: To connect computers or devices together to share information and resources.

Example: The company networked all its computers to improve communication.

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