in the religion of Islam, the title of a Muslim community's spiritual leader and its political head. A caliph is considered the successor of Muhammad and the leader of the Muslim community after his death.
/ˈkal.ɪ.fəz/
To communicate over a distance using electronic media such as phone, internet, or other telecommunication devices.
/ˈtɛlɪ.kə.mɪˌneɪ.tɪd/
A typographical error or a non-existent word.
/æntˈɪklənəriəm/
A chemical compound with the molecular formula (CH2)n, where n can be any positive integer; this term often refers to a series of alkene hydrocarbons with all carbon atoms linked in a straight chain.
/ˌpəʊlɪˈmiːθɪlɪn/
Capable of being hammered, beaten, or worked into a thin sheet; especially when done on a metal. Usually associated with elastic or ductile materials that can be shaped by hammering or compressive force.
/ˈmæliːtɪd/
A genus of fossils believed to be early forms of echinoderms, featuring bivalved calcareous coverings with strong spines or teeth on the margins and dorsal surfaces.
/ænɪˈklɒklədəs/
Somewhat difficult, challenging, or hard to deal with, but not extremely so. It suggests that something is more difficult than usual but not overwhelmingly difficult. Can also imply that the difficulty level is borderline or average.
/ˈtʌf.ɪr/