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Topic: Technology

transponder

IPA: /trænˈspɒndər/

KK: /træn'spɒndər/

noun

Definition: A device that sends and receives radio signals, often used to identify and locate objects or to relay communications.

Example: The airplane's transponder helped air traffic control track its position in the sky.

traversal

IPA: /trəˈvɜːrsl/

KK: /trəˈvɜrsəl/

noun

Definition: The action of moving across or through something, often referring to a path or route.

Example: The traversal of the mountain trail took several hours.

tribologist

IPA: /traɪˈbɒlədʒɪst/

KK: /traɪˈbɑlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies or works in the field of tribology, which is the science of friction, wear, and lubrication between surfaces in relative motion.

Example: The tribologist conducted experiments to understand how different materials interact under pressure.

trigraphic

IPA: //traɪˈɡræfɪk//

KK: /traɪˈɡræfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a method or system that uses groups of three characters or elements together, often in processes like encoding or decoding information.

Example: The trigraphic system allows for more efficient data encoding by using sets of three characters.

trinary

IPA: /ˈtraɪnəri/

KK: /ˈtraɪnəri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or consisting of three parts or elements.

Example: The trinary system is used in some computer programming languages.

triode

IPA: /ˈtraɪoʊd/

KK: /ˈtraɪoʊd/

noun

Definition: A type of electronic device that controls the flow of electricity, consisting of three main parts: an anode, a cathode, and a control grid.

Example: The radio uses a triode to amplify the sound signals.

tripod

IPA: /ˈtraɪpɒd/

KK: /ˈtraɪpɒd/

noun

Definition: A stand with three legs used to support objects like cameras or instruments.

Example: The photographer set up his camera on a sturdy tripod to capture the perfect shot.

troller

IPA: /ˈtrɒlər/

KK: /ˈtrɔlər/

noun

Definition: A type of fishing boat that is powered by an engine and is designed to move slowly while dragging fishing lines behind it, often used in shallow waters.

Example: The fisherman used his troller to catch fish in the bay.

troubleshoot

IPA: /ˈtrʌbəlˌʃuːt/

KK: /ˈtrʌbəlˌʃut/

intransitive verb

Definition: To identify and solve problems or issues, especially in a technical context.

Example: The technician will troubleshoot the computer to find out why it isn't working.

transitive verb

Definition: To find and fix problems or issues, especially in a system or process.

Example: The technician was called in to troubleshoot the software issues that were causing delays.

troubleshooting

IPA: /ˈtrʌbəlˌʃuːtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈtrʌbəlˌʃutɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of finding and fixing problems, especially with machines or systems.

Example: The technician is responsible for troubleshooting any issues that arise with the software.

verb

Definition: To identify and solve problems or issues, especially in a system or process.

Example: The technician is troubleshooting the computer to fix the error.

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