A type of primitive flintlock firelock where the hammer swings into the pan to ignite the powder. It is known for its distinctive mechanism that involves a spinning wheel and a flint to create a spark.
/ˈhɪləlɒk/
Description of a person or situation that is not doing well or growing, often in reference to financial or environmental conditions.
/ʌnˈθrɪv/
A term used in agriculture to describe the sharp edges or points at the front of a plowshare that help to cut through soil during plowing.
/ˈplauː.pɔɪnts/
A workcation is a combination of work and vacation, where an individual takes a break from their regular work schedule to travel or engage in leisure activities while still performing some professional duties.
/ˈwɜːrkˈkeɪʃən/
The creation or use of false or fictitious entities, particularly in academic or scientific contexts. It can refer to knowingly presenting false information, fabrications, or fraudulent activities that are intended to deceive or mislead.
/ˈpsə driːz/
Describing a condition characterized by the presence of granulomas and adipose tissue, typically seen in diseases such as sarcoidosis where there is an accumulation of fat cells within granulomatous lesions.
/'græn.ju.lə.ˈtaɪ.pəs/
A small, reddish-brown, flattened squid found in the Mediterranean Sea and other warm and temperate seas. It is small, typically only reaching a length of around 20 centimeters. Sepiola is a key component in the diet of various marine predators such as dolphins and tuna. It is also used in cephalopod research due to its relatively easy accessibility and suitability for laboratory studies.
/ˈsepɪələ/