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Topic: University

disciplinarity

IPA: /ˌdɪsɪplɪˈnærɪti/

KK: /ˌdɪsɪplɪˈnærɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being related to a specific academic field or discipline.

Example: The study of interdisciplinarity has gained importance in modern education.

discipline

IPA: /ˈdɪsɪplɪn/

KK: /ˈdɪsəplɪn/

noun

Definition: A field of study or a branch of knowledge, often involving specific rules or methods to maintain order and obedience.

Example: She chose biology as her discipline in college.

transitive verb

Definition: To train someone to follow rules or to control their behavior, often through punishment or instruction.

Example: The coach had to discipline the players to ensure they followed the team's rules.

discipliner

IPA: /ˈdɪsɪplɪnər/

KK: /ˈdɪsəplɪnər/

noun

Definition: A person who enforces rules or standards, often in a strict manner, to maintain order or control.

Example: The discipliners in the school ensured that all students followed the rules.

dissert

IPA: /dɪˈsɜːrt/

KK: /dɪˈsɜrt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To talk or write about a subject in detail, often in a formal way.

Example: In his lecture, he began to dissert on the importance of environmental conservation.

dissertate

IPA: //dɪsərˈteɪt//

KK: /dɪsərˈteɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To speak or write formally about a particular subject, often in a detailed and academic manner.

Example: In her thesis, she chose to dissertate on the impact of climate change on marine life.

dissertation

IPA: /ˌdɪsəˈteɪʃən/

KK: /dɪsərˈteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A long and formal written work that presents research on a specific topic, usually required for a doctoral degree.

Example: She spent several years writing her dissertation on climate change.

dissertational

IPA: /ˌdɪsərˈteɪʃənl/

KK: /dɪsərˈteɪʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Connected to or characteristic of a formal written thesis or dissertation, often involving detailed research and analysis.

Example: The student's dissertational work was praised for its thorough research and clear arguments.

dissertator

IPA: /dɪsˈɜːrtəˌtɔːr/

KK: /dɪsˈɜːrtəˌtɔr/

noun

Definition: A person who writes a long essay or thesis on a particular subject, usually for a doctoral degree.

Example: The dissertator spent years researching to complete their thesis.

distinction

IPA: /dɪˈstɪŋkʃən/

KK: /dɪˈstɪŋkʃən/

noun

Definition: A quality or characteristic that makes someone or something different or special, often recognized as superior or excellent.

Example: She graduated with distinction, earning high praise for her academic achievements.

docent

IPA: /ˈdoʊsənt/

KK: /ˈdoʊsənt/

noun

Definition: A person who teaches or guides visitors in a museum, art gallery, or educational institution, often without being a regular faculty member.

Example: The docent provided an informative tour of the art gallery, explaining the history behind each painting.

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