"Pendimethalin" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Pendimethalin is a type of herbicide, a chemical used to kill weeds and other unwanted plants. It is typically applied to soil or crops to prevent or control weed growth and is commonly used in agriculture, landscaping, and other settings where weeds are a problem.
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Pend refers to something that is suspended or hangs loosely, often in a precarious or unstable manner. It can also describe a swinging motion or a seesaw-like action.
Pendentive: A pendentive is an architectural feature that connects a dome or a vault to a square or rectangular base. It is a curved triangular structure that distributes the weight of the dome or vault evenly around the four corners of the base, creating a smooth transition from the curved to the flat areas. Pendentives are often used in Islamic and Byzantine architecture, and are a distinctive feature of many mosques and churches.
A pendopo is a traditional outdoor structure from southern Central Java and Yogyakarta, Indonesia. It is typically a large, open pavilion with four posts and a sloping roof, used as a meeting place, often for traditional ceremonies, social gatherings, or even as a makeshift stage. Pendopo are usually made from wood and thatched with palm leaves or tiles, and are an important part of Javanese traditional architecture and culture.
Pendragon is a title that refers to a legendary king who is said to possess the rank of High King of Cornwall. In Arthurian legend, Pendragon is also the title given to Uther Pendragon, the father of King Arthur. The name "Pendragon" is derived from the Welsh words "pen" meaning "head" and "draco" meaning "dragon", and is often translated to mean "head dragon" or "chief dragon". In modern times, the term Pendragon has been used to refer to a fictional character, particularly in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, where Albus Dumbledore takes the title of Headmaster, reminiscent of the title of Pendragon.
Pendred is a rare genetic disorder that affects the development of the thyroid gland and the kidneys. It is characterized by a deficiency in the Pendred syndrome gene, which is responsible for the proper functioning of the thyroid gland and the kidneys. This disorder is usually diagnosed at birth or in early childhood, and it can cause a range of symptoms, including deafness, thyroid problems, and kidney problems. Pendred syndrome is a rare disorder that affects about 1 in 80,000 people, and it is usually treated with thyroid hormone replacement therapy and other medications.