Words Starting With "M"

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Monopitch

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Monopitch refers to a type of roof construction where the roof has a single slope from the eaves to the ridge, with no valley or hip, and is typically found on single-storey buildings such as garages, sheds, and modern homes.

Monoplacophora

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Monoplacophora refers to a group of extinct and rare, shelled mollusks that have a single hinged plate or valve covering their body, unlike most other mollusks which have two or more hinged plates. They are often referred to as "living fossils" because they still exist today, although in very small numbers, and are believed to have evolved from a common ancestor with other mollusks around 540 million years ago.

Monoplane

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A monoplane is a fixed-wing aircraft with a single main wing, as opposed to a biplane or triplane, which have multiple wings.

Monoplanes

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Monoplanes are a type of aircraft that have only one set of wings, as opposed to biplanes or triplanes that have multiple wings. Monoplanes are designed to be more efficient and stable than multiplanes, with better lift and reduced drag. The term "monoplane" was first used in the early 20th century, and it typically refers to a fixed-wing aircraft with a single main wing structure that generates lift during flight.

Monoplegia

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Monoplegia is a neurological disorder characterized by weakness or paralysis of a single limb, usually due to damage to the nerves or spinal cord.

Monoploid

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Monoploid refers to an organism or cell that has only one set of chromosomes, typically half the normal complement. In other words, a monoploid is an individual with one set of chromosomes, usually resulting from genetic mutations or errors during cell division.

Monopod

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A monopod is a type of camera support that is a single, long leg or pole, typically adjustable in height, used to stabilize a camera for taking photographs or shooting video. It allows for greater stability and reduced camera shake, especially in situations where a tripod is impractical or not possible.

Monopode

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A monopode is a one-legged stand or support, typically used to hold a camera or other object stable for photographing or filming. It is essentially a monopolar variant of a tripod, providing support from a single leg rather than three. The term "monopode" is derived from the Greek words "mónos", meaning "one", and "pous", meaning "foot".

Monopodial

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Monopodial refers to a type of growth habit in plants, where the stem grows continuously and produces new leaves and flowers from the tip of the stem, without forming branches. In other words, it is a single, straight stem that grows from top to bottom, without branching out. This type of growth is often seen in palm trees, bamboo, and other monocots.

Monopody

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Monopody refers to the condition in which a plant's stem (petiole) is reduced to a tiny stalk so that the leaf is almost directly attached to the main plant stem, rather than having a separate stem or stalk. This is in contrast to sympody, where a leaf is attached to a longer stem or stalk.

Monopolar

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Monopolar refers to having only one pole or point, often used to describe something that is single, unipolar, or having a single focus. In other areas, the term "monopolar" specifically relates to electricity, describing a circuit that has only one point for entry and exit, as opposed to a bipolar circuit which has two points. In medicine, monopolar surgery is a type of surgical procedure where the electrical current is allowed to flow to and from only one point in the body, usually the surgical site. The term "monopolar" can also apply to personal characters, such as being highly opinionated or having a one-track mind, having a strong and unambiguous point of view.

Monopolarity

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Monopolarity is the state of having only one dominant form, type, or entity. It can refer to a situation where a single entity or system has the greatest amount of influence, power, or authority, often to the exclusion or suppression of others. This term is often used in various contexts, including politics, economics, and philosophy.

Monopole

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A monopole is a theoretical particle in physics that has a single magnetic pole. In other words, it's a particle that has only one of either a north or south magnetic pole, unlike a common magnet which has north and south poles. A monopole would have a single pole that can be either attracted or repelled by other magnetic fields, unlike regular magnets which have both poles and can interact with each other in specific ways.

Monopoler

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The word "monopoler" is actually a misspelling or a variation of the word "monopolist".<br><br>A monopolist is a person or company that controls the entire supply of a particular good or service, or has a significant and dominant market share, giving them the power to influence prices and restrict competition.

Monopoles

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Monopoles are hypothetical particles in physics that have a single pole, as opposed to electrically charged particles like electrons, which have both a positive and negative pole. In other words, monopoles would have a single charge, either positive or negative, but not both. They are often referred to as magnetic charges and are postulated to exist as part of the grand unified theory of physics.

Monopolies

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A monopoly is a market or industrial situation in which a single entity has complete control over the supply of a particular product or service, preventing any other entity from entering the market or competing with it.

Monopolisation

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Monopolisation refers to the process or result of a person, company, or government taking control of a market or industry, thereby excluding competition and often exercising sole power or dominance over the supply of goods or services.

Monopolise

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To monopolise something means to have total control or dominance over it, often in a way that excludes others. It can also mean to dominate a market or industry, so that there are no other options or competitors left.

Monopolised

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Controlled or dominated by a single person or organization to the exclusion of others; having a complete and exclusive control or dominance over a particular market, industry, or resource.

Monopolises

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The verb "monopolises" means to have exclusive control or ownership of something, often to the exclusion of others. It is typically used to describe a situation where one person or organization dominates a particular market, industry, or domain, and restricts access or competition from others. For example, "The company monopolises the market for smart phones."

Monopolising

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The verb "monopolising" means to control or dominate a particular market, industry, or activity to the exclusion of others, often resulting in a lack of competition and choice.

Monopolism

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Monopolism refers to an economic system or condition in which a single entity, often a corporation or government, has complete control over the production and distribution of a particular commodity or service, allowing it to set prices and prevent others from entering the market.

Monopolist

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A monopolist is a person or organization that has complete control over the supply of a particular product or service, and is the only one that provides it.

Monopolistic

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Monopolistic refers to a market or economic system in which there is only one supplier or seller of a particular product or service, giving that supplier significant control over the market and prices. In a monopolistic market, there is a lack of competition, and the sole provider has the power to set prices, restrict output, and influence consumers' behavior.

Monopolistically

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Monopolistically refers to the exclusive control of a market or industry by a single seller or entity, resulting in the ability to influence prices and output. Monopolistically manufactured goods or services often exhibit characteristics such as limited supply, high prices, and little to no competition. The term is often used in economics to describe industries where one company has a dominant market share, allowing it to dictate market conditions and stifle competition.

Monopolists

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Monopolists are individuals or groups that have complete control over a particular market or industry, allowing them to dictate prices, output, and production methods, often to the detriment of others. They may also use their dominant position to limit competition and prevent new entrants from entering the market.

Monopolite

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I apologize, but "monopolite" is not a real word in the English language. It's possible that it's a made-up or misspelled word. If you meant to type "monopoly" or "monolith", I'd be happy to help you with the meaning.

Monopolization

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Monopolization is the act of gaining a monopoly, which is a situation in which a single entity or group has total control over the production or distribution of a specific product, service or market. It can also refer to the process of a single entity or group dominating a specific industry, market, or sector to the point where it has significant market power or control.

Monopolize

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To monopolize means to have control or dominance over a particular market, industry, or resource, often to the exclusion of others. It can also mean to occupy or take over something, such as a position or a situation, and exclude others from it.

Monopolized

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The word "monopolized" is the past participle of the verb "to monopolize". It means to have exclusive possession or control of something, especially a market, industry, or resource, so that no one else can compete or participate.

Monopolizer

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A monopolizer is someone or something that dominates or controls a particular market, industry, or situation, often to the exclusion or disadvantage of others. In other words, a monopolizer has a monopoly, which is a situation where one person or organization is the only supplier of a product or service, and no other person or organization is allowed to enter the market. The term can also be used more broadly to describe someone who exercises excessive control or domination over something, such as a monopolizer of attention or monopolizer of resources.

Monopolizes

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to control or dominate a particular market or industry to the exclusion of others, often in a way that is unfair or anti-competitive.

Monopolizing

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Monopolizing refers to the act of dominating or controlling a market, industry, or resource to the exclusion of others, often through dominance or exclusive ownership. It can also mean to occupy or engross someone's attention or time, preventing others from participating or contributing.

Monopoly

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A monopoly is a situation in which a single company or individual has complete control over a particular industry, market, or product. This means that they have the ability to set prices, quality, and supply without any real competition from other companies or individuals.

Monopolylogue

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A monopolylogue is a dramatic device where a single actor plays all the characters in a scene, using different voices, accents, and mannerisms to convey the thoughts and emotions of each character.

Monoprotic

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Monoprotic refers to a type of acid or base in chemistry that can only donate or accept one proton (H+ ion) per molecule. In other words, a monoprotic substance can only participate in one acid-base reaction at a time. This is in contrast to polyprotic substances, which can donate or accept multiple protons.