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chi-square distribution
nounC2/Professional
/ˈkaɪ skweə ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃn/A probability distribution of a statistic used in statistical hypothesis tests, describing the sum of the squares of independent standard normal random variables.
chi-square test
nounC2
/ˈkaɪ skweə test/A statistical hypothesis test used to determine if there is a significant association between two categorical variables or if an observed frequency distribution differs from a theoretical one.
chi-tse
nounNot applicable (Non-existent word)
There is no established English word 'chi-tse'. This appears to be a misspelling, transliteration, or nonce word.
chia
nounLow
/ˈtʃiːə/The tiny, edible seeds of a plant of the mint family, known for high nutritional value and ability to absorb liquid and form a gel.
chiack
nounverbverb-transitiveVery Low
To jeer or banter in a light-hearted, teasing, or mildly taunting way.
chiai
nounB1
/ˈtʃiː.ə/The small, nutrient-dense seeds of the Salvia hispanica plant, a member of the mint family.
chian
adjectivenounRare/Obsolete
/ˈkaɪən/Related to or from the Greek island of Chios.
chian turpentine
nounExtremely Low
/ˈkiːən ˈtɜːpəntaɪn/A type of resin obtained from the Pistacia terebinthus tree, native to the Greek island of Chios, historically used for its fragrance and medicinal properties.
chiang ch'ing
nounC2
/ˌtʃiːæŋ ˈtʃɪŋ/The personal name (using Wade-Giles romanization) of Jiang Qing, a Chinese communist revolutionary, actress, and major figure in the Cultural Revolution.
chiang ching-kuo
nounLow
/tʃæŋ tʃɪŋ ˈkwəʊ/A proper name referring to a specific historical figure, the eldest son of Chiang Kai-shek and a political leader in the Republic of China (Taiwan).
chiang kai-shek
nounC2
/ˌtʃæŋ ˌkaɪˈʃɛk/A historical Chinese political and military leader, President of the Republic of China, and central figure in 20th-century Chinese history, particularly associated with the Republic of China (Taiwan) post-1949.
chiang mai
nounMid-low
/ˌtʃæŋ ˈmaɪ/A major city in northern Thailand.
chianina
nounRare
/kiːəˈniːnə/A breed of large, white, Italian beef cattle known for its size and quality meat.
chianti
nounplural-nounC1
/kiˈænti/A dry, red Italian wine, typically made from Sangiovese grapes and produced in the Chianti region of Tuscany.
chiantishire
nounLow
/kiˌæntiˈʃaɪə/A semi-humorous or journalistic term referring to parts of Tuscany, Italy, popular with British expatriates, tourists, and second-home owners.
chiapas
nounC1/C2
/tʃɪˈæpəs/A state located in southeastern Mexico.
chiaroscuro
nounC1
/kɪˌɑːrəˈskjʊərəʊ/The treatment of light and shade in a painting, drawing, or photograph, especially when used to create dramatic or three-dimensional effects.
chiasma
nounC2
/kʌɪˈazmə/A point of crossing or intersection, specifically where two structures (e.g., nerves, chromosomes) cross.
chiasmatypy
nounExtremely rare (obscure technical/literary)
/kaɪˈæzmətaɪpi/A rare term referring to a crossing over or intertwining, often used in abstract or rhetorical contexts to describe a criss-cross arrangement or pattern.
chiasmus
nounC2
/kaɪˈæzməs/A rhetorical or literary figure in which the order of words in one clause is reversed in a parallel clause.

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