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Topic: Technology

thermographic

IPA: /θɜːrməˈɡræfɪk/

KK: /θɜrməˈgræfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a method of using infrared imaging to detect heat patterns and temperatures.

Example: The thermographic camera revealed areas of heat loss in the building.

thermography

IPA: /θɜːrˈmɒɡrəfi/

KK: /θɜrˈmɒɡrəfi/

noun

Definition: A method that uses an infrared camera to detect temperature differences on the skin, helping to identify abnormal tissue or health issues.

Example: The doctor used thermography to check for any unusual heat patterns on the patient's body.

thermoplastic

IPA: /θɜːrməˈplæstɪk/

KK: /ˈθɜrməˌplæstɪk/

adjective

Definition: A type of material that becomes soft when heated and hard when cooled, allowing it to be shaped and reshaped multiple times.

Example: The manufacturer used a thermoplastic material to create flexible and durable products.

noun

Definition: A type of plastic that becomes soft when heated and hardens when cooled, allowing it to be shaped and reshaped multiple times.

Example: The manufacturer used a thermoplastic to create flexible and durable components for the product.

thermostat

IPA: /ˈθɜːrməʊstæt/

KK: /ˈθɜrməˌstæt/

noun

Definition: A device that automatically controls the temperature in a space, such as a home or a car, by turning heating or cooling systems on or off.

Example: We set the thermostat to 72 degrees to keep the house comfortable.

verb

Definition: To control the temperature of a space using a device that automatically adjusts heating or cooling systems.

Example: He decided to thermostat the room to a comfortable 72 degrees.

thermostatic

IPA: /ˌθɜːrməˈstætɪk/

KK: /ˌθɜrməˈstætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a device or system that controls temperature to keep it steady.

Example: The thermostatic control in the heating system ensures that the room stays warm and comfortable.

threaded

IPA: /ˈθrɛdɪd/

KK: /ˈθrɛdɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is arranged or made with threads, often referring to items like fabric or materials that have been sewn or intertwined.

Example: The artist used a threaded needle to sew the fabric together.

verb

Definition: To have passed a long, thin object through something, like a needle and thread through fabric.

Example: She threaded the needle carefully before starting to sew.

throbber

IPA: /ˈθrɒb.ər/

KK: /ˈθrɑbər/

noun

Definition: A small graphic or image that shows an animation while a task is being completed, often used to indicate that something is loading or processing.

Example: The website displayed a throbber while the page was loading.

throttle

IPA: /ˈθrɒtəl/

KK: /ˈθrɑtəl/

noun

Definition: A device or lever that controls the flow of fuel or air to an engine, affecting its speed and power.

Example: He pressed the throttle to accelerate the car.

transitive verb

Definition: To control or limit the amount of fuel or air that goes into an engine, or to strangle or choke someone or something.

Example: The mechanic adjusted the throttle to improve the engine's performance.

throttleable

IPA: /ˈθrɒtələbəl/

KK: /ˈθrɑːtələbəl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be controlled or adjusted in terms of power or speed.

Example: The engine is throttleable, allowing for better fuel efficiency during different driving conditions.

throttler

IPA: /ˈθrɒt.lər/

KK: /ˈθrɑt̬lər/

noun

Definition: A person or device that controls the flow of something, often by restricting it.

Example: The engineer installed a throttler to manage the engine's power output.

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