A set of marine profiles or diagrams that show the distribution of water depth or other underwater features such as mountains, valleys, or canyons on the ocean floor. These are commonly used in oceanography and marine cartography to map and chart the topography of the sea floor.
/məˈrɪɡrəm/
A masticator is a device used for chewing or grinding substances, often employed in various industrial processes to break down materials into smaller pieces.
/mæs.tiˈkeɪ.tər/
In a hypothetical or fictional context, 'dolcan' might refer to a specific tool or device used for signaling or communication, especially in a maritime or military setting. Its exact meaning would depend on the context in which it is used.
/ˈdɑːlkən/
In ancient Greek religion, Polieus (meaning 'of the city') is an epithet of Zeus, Athena, and Poseidon, signifying their role in protecting and watching over a particular city or town. It can also refer to protectors or patrons of a city in a more general sense.
/ˈpoli.ɛ.us/
A leg-like appendage found in some arachnids, such as scorpions and some mites, used for manipulating food or other objects.
/ˌpɛdɪpjuˈleɪtə/
a type of biconvex lens that may describe certain structures in medicine, such as a lens-shaped mass or prominence often found in the iris of the eye, or a lens-like tumor.
/lɛn taɪ kən ʌs/
The state of being misaligned or not properly aligned, often used in contexts where precise placement or arrangement is required and has become distorted or inaccurate.
/ˈmɪsˈaɪn,lɪŋkt/
To corrupt or pervert, especially by applying political pressure; to influence negatively, often in a way that compromises integrity or principles.
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Refers to a maneuver performed by a helicopter where the blades are rotated by means of a small engine or a free-spinning rotor to provide lift on one side, allowing the aircraft to perform a descent without engine power. This is a crucial skill for helicopter pilots in emergency situations.