English to English Dictionary

/ɪz hɛər ˈmæskjəlɪn ɔːr ˈfɛmɪnɪn ɪn frɛntʃ/

[linguistic query] In French, the most common word for hair on the head, 'cheveux' (always used in the plural), is masculine. For body hair or a single strand of hair, the word 'poil' is also masculine.

/ɪz ˈlætɪs ˈɛnərdʒi ˌɛndoʊˈθɜrmɪk ɔər ˌɛksəʊˈθɜrmɪk/ [is lattice energy endothermic or exothermic]

[noun] A common chemistry question addressing whether the formation of an ionic crystal lattice from gaseous ions releases heat (exothermic) or absorbs heat (endothermic), with lattice formation strictly being exothermic.

/ɪz ˈsoʊdə pɒp ə ˈkɑːrbəneɪtɪd ˈbevərɪdʒ ˈklæsɪfaɪd æz əˈsɪdɪk ɔːr ˈbeɪsɪk/ [is soda pop a carbonated beverage classified as acidic or basic]

[noun] A complex interrogative phrase used to query the chemical classification of carbonated soft drinks, specifically regarding their pH level.

/ɪz ðə bɪɡ bæŋ ə ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk ˈθɪəri/ [iz ðə bɪɡ bæŋ ə ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk ˈθɪəri]

[idiom] A common inquiry regarding the epistemological status of the Big Bang model, specifically questioning whether it meets the rigorous criteria of a scientific theory (a comprehensive explanation supported by vast evidence) rather than a mere guess or hypothesis.

/ɪz ðə bʊk əˈtoʊnmənt beɪst ɒn ə truː ˈstɔːri/ [iz ðə bʊk əˈtoʊnmənt beɪst ɒn ə truː ˈstɔːri]

[idiom] A specific inquiry regarding whether the 2001 novel 'Atonement' by Ian McEwan is a work of non-fiction or historical record.

/ˌɪz ðə ˈkɒmpaʊnd ˌɛfˌiːˌoʊˈeɪtʃ ˈθriː ˈsɒljʊbl ɔːr ɪnˈsɒljʊbl ɪn ˈwɔːtər ɪkˈspleɪn/

[noun] A specific scientific inquiry or question that seeks to determine the solubility of iron(III) hydroxide (Fe(OH)₃) in water and requests a detailed explanation of the chemical principles or observations that dictate its soluble or insoluble nature.

/ˈaɪ.sə.leɪt/ [isolate]

[verb] To cause a person or place to remain apart or alone, detached from others.

/ˈaɪ.sə.pɒd/ [isopod]

[noun] A crustacean of the order Isopoda, typically having a flattened body and seven pairs of legs of similar size, including familiar species like woodlice and giant deep-sea scavengers.

/ˈɪʃuː ˈɔːriəntɪd/

[adjective] Focused on or primarily concerned with specific problems, topics, or matters for discussion and resolution, rather than generalities, personalities, or abstract principles.

/ɪtʃ/ [itch]

[noun] An irritating sensation on the skin that causes a desire to scratch the affected area.

/aɪˈtɪn.ər.ənt/ [itinerant]

[adjective] Traveling from place to place, especially working or operating in various places for relatively short periods.

/ˈaɪ.və.ri/ [ivory]

[noun] A hard, smooth, creamy-white dentine that forms the main part of the tusks of elephants, walruses, and other animals.

/dʒæm/ [jam]

[noun] A sweet spread made by boiling fruit and sugar until thick.

/dʒɔː/ [jaw]

[noun] Each of the two bones holding the teeth in vertebrates, forming the framework of the mouth.

/ˈdʒɔːboʊnz/ [jawbones]

[noun] Plural form of 'jawbone', referring to the bones of the jaw, particularly the mandible (lower jaw) or maxilla (upper jaw).

/dʒɔːz/ [jaws]

[noun] The upper and lower bony structures in vertebrates that form the framework of the mouth and contain the teeth.

/dʒɪər/ [jeer]

[verb] To make rude and mocking remarks, typically in a loud voice.

/ˈdʒɛli/ [jelly]

[noun] A sweet, clear spread made from fruit juice and sugar boiled to a thick consistency.