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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Metal Fatigue | The progressive and localized structural damage that occurs when a material is subjected to cyclic loadings. |
| Hard science | The harder part of science (some people say) like physics and chemistry |
| Soft science | The softer part of science (some people say) like anthropology and psychology |
| Foreseeable | Predictable |
| Bland | Not having a strong taste |
| Decide | Determine |
| Produce | Yield |
| Discern | To understand sth that is not clear |
| Attachment | A strong feeling of affection for sth/stb |
| Notation | (tákn kerfi) A system of signs or symbols used to represent information, especially in mathematics, science and music |
| Lay out | To present a plan/argument clearly |
| Chronicle | Record events in order of which they happened |
| Verify | To check if sth is true or accurate |
| Discipline | An area of knowledge, taught in university |
| Question | To have doubts or suspicions about sth |
| Address | Deal with a matter / problem |
| Inextricably | Unable to be separated or escaped from |
| Delve into | Try hard to find more info about sth |
| Technophile | A person who is enthusiastic about new technology. |
| Technophobes | A person who fears, dislikes, or avoids new technology. |
| Module | Independent units that can be used to construct a more complex structure |
| Outside chance | A small probability, but a conceiveable one |
| Esoteric | Hidden |
| Bombardment | a continuous attack with bombs or sth |
| Congenical | Born with |
| Shun | Avoid |
| Obsolete | Old school |
| State of the art | First class |
| Bargain | an agreement between two or more people or groups as to what each will do for the other. |