The top layer of a pavement or road surface, typically composed of smaller, fine aggregate stones or pieces of broken concrete mixed with a binding material.
/ˈbeɪlɪdʒ/
A cultural and economic phenomenon characterized by the lifestyle and values of young, white-collar professional individuals, especially those in the technology industry, who prioritize financial success, big-city living, and consumerism over traditional values, often at the expense of family and personal relationships.
/ˈjʌpɪzɪz/
A colloquial term in Tasmania (an Australian island state) referring to smaller, often handheld electronic devices or tools, similar to 'gizmos'. It's also sometimes used to refer to coins or small electronic components.
/ˈtæsɪz/
The action or process of determining the value of a product or service in terms of money, especially in order to sell it; the action of setting the price.
/ˈprɪŋkɪŋ/
A tetrapleuron is a term from Greek botany, referring to a structure where four parts or segments are arranged or formed together, such as the petals of a flower in the shape of a cross or the lobes of a leaf.
/ta.tri.ploˈra.rɑːn/
Not enlarging; having no effect to enlarge; having a diminishing effect.
/ʌnˈlɔːr.dʒɪŋ/
A term referring to a powerful and influential businessman, especially in Southeast Asia. It is derived from 'taip' in Fujianese and 'pan' in Cantonese, which can mean 'big boss' or 'big shot'.
/ˈteɪpæn/
Small, manageable ills or minor problems, often used affectionately to refer to the issues or problems that one is facing. It is used as a diminutive term which softens the severity of the issues.
/ˈaʊ.tʃɪ.zi:/
relating to the square or second power; of or pertaining to the second degree.
/ˈkwɔdrəˌtikəl/