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- colloid chemistry/ˈkɒlɔɪd ˈkɛmɪstri/The branch of physical chemistry that studies the properties and behaviour of colloidal systems, where one substance is microscopically dispersed through another.nounC2+
- colloidal suspension/kəˌlɔɪ.dəl səˈspen.ʃən/A mixture where tiny, insoluble particles (the colloid) are evenly dispersed throughout a continuous medium (the liquid), without dissolving.nounC1+
- collop/ˈkɒləp/A small slice or piece of meat, especially bacon or ham.nounVery Low (Obsolete/Archaic/Dialect)
- collophane/ˈkɒləfeɪn/A massive, cryptocrystalline, or earthy variety of apatite, which is a calcium phosphate mineral.nounC2
- collophore/ˈkɒləˌfɔː/A tubular or cup-shaped structure on the ventral side of the first abdominal segment in some insects, especially springtails (Collembola), believed to be involved in water absorption or adhesion.nounExtremely Low (Specialist/Technical)
- colloquialism/kəˈləʊ.kwi.ə.lɪ.zəm/A word, phrase, or expression that is used in ordinary, informal conversation rather than in formal speech or writing.nounC1
- colloquium/kəˈləʊkwɪəm/An academic conference or seminar, typically focused on a specific topic.nounC1-C2
- colloquy/ˈkɒləkwi/A formal conversation or dialogue.nounC1-C2
- collotype/ˈkɒlə(ʊ)tʌɪp/A high-quality photographic printing process using a plate of gelatin.nounverb-transitiveVery Low
- collude/kəˈluːd/To conspire together secretly for an illegal or deceitful purpose.verbverb-intransitiveC1
- colluding/kəˈluːdɪŋ/Acting together secretly or conspiring to achieve a fraudulent, illegal, or deceitful purpose.adjectivenounC1
- collunarium/ˌkɒl.jʊˈnɛə.ri.əm/A medical preparation in the form of a powder or liquid for use as a nasal douche or snuff.nounExtremely Rare / Obsolete
- collusion/kəˈluːʒn̩/A secret or illegal cooperation between parties, typically with the intent to deceive or gain an unfair advantage.nounC1
- collutorium/ˌkɒl(j)uːˈtɔːrɪəm/A mouthwash or gargle; a liquid preparation used for rinsing the mouth or throat.nounExtremely Rare / Obsolete / Technical (Medical/Dental History)
- collutory/kəˈljuːt(ə)ri/A medicated mouthwash; a liquid preparation for rinsing the mouth and treating oral conditions.nounVery Rare
- colluvium/kəˈluːviəm/A loose deposit of soil, sediment, and rock fragments that accumulates at the base of a slope, primarily due to the action of gravity.nounVery Low
- colly/ˈkɒli/To make something dirty with soot or coal dust; to blacken.nounverbverb-transitiveVery Low
- collyrium/kəˈlɪrɪəm/A medicated liquid, lotion, or ointment applied to the eyes for the treatment of infection or irritation; an eye wash.nounVery low
- collywobbles/ˈkɒl.iˌwɒb.əlz/A feeling of nervousness, apprehension, or anxiety, often located in the stomach; butterflies in one's stomach.nounplural-nounLow
- colmar/ˈkɒlmɑː/Colmar is a proper noun; it is the name of a city in the Alsace region of northeastern France, known for its well-preserved old town and canals.nounVery Low
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