Words Starting With "D"

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Deplasmolysis

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Deplasmolysis is a term used in biology, specifically in the field of cell biology. It refers to the process by which water moves out of a cell, causing the cell to shrink or contract. This occurs when the cell's semipermeable membrane allows solutes to enter the cell, increasing the concentration of solutes within the cell and pulling water out through osmosis. As a result, the cell's volume decreases, and the cell becomes desiccated.

Depletable

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Depletable refers to a resource that can be used up or consumed, and once depleted, cannot be replenished or restored to its original amount or quality. Examples of depletable resources include non-renewable fossil fuels, such as oil and coal, and some minerals like iron and copper.

Deplete

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Deplete means to use up or exhaust a supply, resource, or amount of something, often in a way that is considered excessive or wasteful.

Depleted

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Depleted refers to something that has been used up or reduced in strength, quantity, or quality, often to the point where it is no longer sufficient or effective. In other contexts, it may also mean that a resource, such as a store of fuel, has been exhausted. For example, "The town's water supply was depleted after a long drought," or "The company's depleted resources meant that they could not afford to hire more staff."

Depletes

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Depletes is a verb that means to use up or exhaust a supply or resource, often to the point of nothing being left. It can also refer to the removal of substance or material from something. For example: "The company's financial reserves deplete quickly if it doesn't receive new investments."

Depleting

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Depleting refers to the state of being drained or exhausted, often used to describe something that is losing its resources, strength, or supply over time. This can be used to describe a physical entity, such as a natural resource, an energy source, or a physical object, as well as more abstract concepts, such as a person's energy, a budget, or a cultural phenomenon.

Depletion

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Depletion refers to the decrease or reduction in the amount or quantity of something, often to the point where it is no longer available or sufficient. This can apply to physical resources, such as water or natural resources, as well as abstract concepts, such as time or energy.

Depletions

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Depletions refer to the act of reducing or using up the quantity of something, typically a natural resource, to a smaller amount. It can also describe the state of being used up or depleted, often to the point where it is no longer available or sustainable.

Depletive

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The word "depletive" is an adjective that means removing or reducing something, especially by taking away a little at a time. It can refer to something that causes depletion, such as a depletive agent that removes a substance or a depletive process that reduces something to a minimum. In a broader sense, it can also refer to something that has a draining or exhausting effect, such as a depletive activity that leaves one feeling tired or drained.

Depletory

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Strikingly absent: lacking or removed película

Deplicate

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Duplicate. This means to make or create a copy of something, often in order to have multiple instances or to replace something that has been lost or damaged. It can also refer to something that is not genuine or original, but rather a reproduction or imitation of another thing.

Deplication

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Deplication refers to the act of repeating or duplicating something, especially in oral or written form. It can also mean to repeat a process or operate multiple instances of something in order to achieve a desired result, such as deplicating a database on multiple servers.

Deplorable

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The word "deplorable" refers to something that is morally reprehensible or deserving of strong condemnation. It is often used to describe an action, decision, or situation that is considered to be inexcusable or shameful. Examples include behaviors such as child abuse, hate speech, or environmental destruction. In a broader sense, "deplorable" can also describe something that is of poor quality, unimpressive, or inferior.

Deplorably

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In a deplorable manner; incompetently; disgracefully: in a way that inspires strong feelings of dismay, disgust, or outrage.<br><br>Example: "The deplorable living conditions in the city's slums are unacceptable."<br><br>Synonyms: reprehensibly, shamefully, abysmally, miserably, woefully.

Deplorate

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I think you meant "deplorables". <br><br>"Deplorables" is a noun that refers to people who are considered to be unsavory, contemptible, or morally reprehensible. It is often used to describe individuals who hold unacceptably discriminatory or bigoted views, or who engage in egregious behavior. The term gained notoriety in 2016 during the US presidential election, when Hillary Clinton referred to supporters of Donald Trump as the "deplorables". Since then, the term has been widely used to describe individuals who are seen as intolerant, hateful, or poorly behaved.

Deploration

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I apologize, but there is no such word as "deploration". It's possible that it's a misspelling or a made-up word. Could you please provide more context or clarify the correct spelling of the word you're referring to? I'll do my best to help you understand its meaning.

Deplore

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To deplore something means to strongly dislike or disapprove of it, often with a sense of moral indignation or regret. For example, "I deplore the government's decision to cut funding for the arts." In this context, "deplore" implies a sense of moral outrage or sadness at the decision.

Deplored

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To deplore something means to strongly disapprove of it or to regret it deeply. It can also mean to express sorrow or distress about it.

Deplores

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To deplore something means to strongly dislike or condemn it, often with a sense of sadness or regret.

Deploring

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expressing strong disappointment or disapproval, often in a way that is lamenting or regretful

Deploy

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To deploy means to put something into use or action, typically in a formal or official manner. It can also refer to the process of deploying troops, equipment, or resources to a particular location or for a specific purpose. In a more general sense, to deploy can mean to make something available or accessible for use or utilization.

Deployable

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Deployable refers to something that can be deployed or put into use, often in a temporary or emergency situation. It can also refer to something that is easy to deploy or set up, such as a deployable shelter or a deployable satellite. In a broader sense, it can also refer to a concept or idea that can be applied or implemented in a particular context.

Deployed

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Deployed refers to something or someone being placed in a particular location or position, often in a specific role or function, for a specific period of time. This can apply to people, systems, equipment, or resources. For example, a military soldier can be deployed to a foreign country, a company can deploy a new software system, or an artist can deploy a new exhibition in a gallery.

Deployers

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Deployers are people or organizations responsible for deploying software, hardware, or other systems into production or operational environments. This can include tasks such as configuring, testing, and maintaining the systems once they are deployed.

Deploying

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Deploying refers to the act of placing or putting something into use or operation, typically after it has been created, tested, or assembled. This can include deploying a product, service, or system, as well as deploying troops or resources in a military context.

Deployment

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The noun "deployment" refers to the act of placing or sending something, especially a military unit, into a particular place or situation. It can also refer to the process of releasing or introducing something, such as a product, into the market or a new condition.

Deployments

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Deployments refer to the temporary or permanent redeployment of personnel, equipment, or resources to a specific location or role, often in a military or corporate context. It can also refer to the placement or addition of something, such as a software deployment, which is the process of installing or bringing into use new software in a production environment.

Deploys

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To deploy means to send or station someone or something in a particular place, typically to work, fight, or serve. It can also mean to put into operation or to make available for use, such as deploying a new product or a military strategy.

Deplumate

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Deplumate means to remove or strip of feathers, especially in a casual or informal manner. This can include actions such as plucking, pulling, or tearing feathers from an animal. The word is often used in a figurative sense to describe the removal of one's pride, dignity, or self-respect.

Deplumation

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Deplumation refers to the process of plucking out or removing feathers or hair. It can also describe the condition or state of being denuded of feathers or hair. In medical contexts, deplumation is used to describe the loss of body hair, often as a result of certain medical conditions or treatments.

Deplume

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Deplume is an old-fashioned word that means to remove the feathers or plumes from an animal, such as a bird or a turkey, often before cooking or storing.

Depo-provera

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Depo-Provera is a type of injectable hormonal birth control medication that uses a progestin called medroxyprogesterone acetate. It is used to prevent pregnancy and treat conditions such as endometriosis, menstrual irregularities, and heavy menstrual bleeding. Depo-Provera is given through a shot in the arm or buttock every 3 months (12 weeks).

Depolarisation

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Depolarization is the process of restoring the normal polarization of a cell membrane or a nerve cell after an action potential. It occurs when the concentration of positively charged ions, such as sodium ions (Na+), in a cell returns to its normal resting state, and the concentration of negatively charged ions, such as potassium ions (K+), remains high. This reversal of ion concentration helps to restore the cell's resting membrane potential, which is necessary for the cell to return to its normal state and prepare for another action potential.

Depolarisations

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Depolarisations refers to the return of an electrically active plant cell to its resting state, opposite to the depolarization process where the cell becomes more electrically excitatory. This can occur in neurons, muscle cells, and other cells that have action potentials, and is an important physiological process that regulates the functioning of the cell.

Depolarise

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To depolarise means to reduce or eliminate the polarization of a substance, system, or situation, often to restore balance or equilibrium.

Depolarised

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Depolarised refers to a state or situation in which something has lost its polarization or has been reduced to a neutral or non-polarized state. This can apply to various fields, including politics, society, and culture.<br><br>In a more specific context, depolarisation can refer to:<br><br>1. In physics and chemistry, the loss of electric dipole moment or the reduction of electric polarization in a material or substance.<br>2. In politics, a decrease in the intensity or degree of polarization between different political groups, ideologies, or parties.<br>3. In biology, the loss of polarization or orientation of cells, tissues, or organisms.<br><br>In general, depolarisation can also connote a loss of clarity, strength, or direction, often resulting in a more neutral or fluid situation.