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Topic: Technology

bearing

IPA: /ˈbɛərɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbɛrɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a structure that is designed to support weight or load, such as a wall that holds up a building.

Example: The architect specified a bearing wall to ensure the stability of the building.

noun

Definition: A part or device that helps support and guide moving parts in machines, reducing friction, or a direction measured from one point to another.

Example: The engineer replaced the worn-out bearing in the machine to ensure it operated smoothly.

beep

IPA: /biːp/

KK: /bip/

intransitive verb

Definition: To produce a short, high-pitched sound, often used by electronic devices to signal or alert.

Example: The car will beep when you lock the doors.

noun

Definition: A short, high-pitched sound made by a device, often used as a signal or alert.

Example: The car made a loud beep when I pressed the horn.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a short, high-pitched sound, often used to signal or alert someone.

Example: The car will beep when you lock the doors.

beeper

IPA: /ˈbiːpər/

KK: /ˈbipər/

noun

Definition: A small electronic device that makes a beeping sound to alert someone, often used to notify them of a message or call.

Example: I received a message on my beeper while I was at the meeting.

beeping

IPA: /ˈbiːpɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbipɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A sound made by a device, often used to signal or alert someone.

Example: The alarm started beeping loudly to wake everyone up.

verb

Definition: To make a short, high-pitched sound, often used by electronic devices to signal or alert.

Example: The smoke detector started beeping loudly when it detected smoke.

bemix

IPA: /bɪˈmɪks/

KK: /bɪˈmɪks/

verb

Definition: To mix things together in a way that they are combined or blended.

Example: The chef decided to bemix the ingredients to create a unique flavor.

benchtop

IPA: /ˈbɛnʧtɒp/

KK: /ˈbɛnʧtɑp/

adjective

Definition: Designed to be used on a work surface, especially in a laboratory setting, making it easy to access and operate.

Example: The benchtop centrifuge is perfect for small labs with limited space.

noun

Definition: The flat surface of a bench, often used for working or placing items on.

Example: He placed the tools on the benchtop to start his project.

bescreen

IPA: /bɪˈskriːn/

KK: /bɪˈskrin/

transitive verb

Definition: To cover or hide something using a screen or similar object.

Example: The trees bescreen the house from the road, providing privacy.

beta

IPA: /ˈbeɪtə/

KK: /ˈbeɪtə/

adjective

Definition: Referring to the second position in a structure, especially in chemistry, where it relates to organic molecules and their arrangement.

Example: The beta position of the molecule is crucial for its reactivity.

noun

Definition: A term used in finance, chemistry, and other fields to describe a specific measure, version, or type of something, such as the volatility of a stock or a version of software that is still being tested.

Example: The new software is currently in beta testing before its official release.

bezel

IPA: /ˈbɛzəl/

KK: /ˈbɛzəl/

noun

Definition: A part that holds a glass or gem in place, often found on watches or jewelry.

Example: The watch has a beautiful gold bezel that frames the crystal perfectly.

bidirectional

IPA: /ˌbaɪdəˈrɛkʃənl/

KK: /baɪˈdaɪrɛkʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that can move or operate in two opposite directions.

Example: The new software allows for bidirectional communication between devices.

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