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matrix
nounB2
/ˈmeɪtrɪks/A rectangular array of quantities or expressions in rows and columns, treated as a single mathematical entity, or any similar structured arrangement forming a base or core.
matrix barcode
nounC1
/ˈmeɪtrɪks ˈbɑːkəʊd/A two-dimensional barcode consisting of a grid of black and white squares or dots that can store data in both horizontal and vertical directions.
matrix mechanics
nounVery Low
/ˈmeɪtrɪks mɪˈkænɪks/An early formulation of quantum mechanics using matrices to represent physical quantities and their relationships.
matrix printer
nounC1 (Low frequency in modern usage)
/ˈmeɪtrɪks ˌprɪntə/An impact printer that forms characters by striking a set of pins against an inked ribbon and paper.
matrix sentence
nounLow (Specialist/Technical)
/ˈmeɪtrɪks ˌsɛntəns/In grammar, a main or independent clause into which another clause is embedded, serving as the primary structural framework.
matrixing
nounLow to Very Low
/ˈmeɪtrɪksɪŋ/The process of placing something into, or organizing it within, a matrix, grid, or structured system.
matrocliny
nounRare
/ˈmætrəʊˌklaɪni/The inheritance of characteristics predominantly from the mother.
matron
nounC1
/ˈmeɪ.trən/A woman, typically married and middle-aged, in a position of authority or management, especially in an institution.
matron of honor
nounLow
/ˈmeɪ.trən əv ˈɒn.ə/A married woman who acts as the principal attendant to a bride at a wedding.
matron of honour
nounC1-C2
/ˈmeɪtrən əv ˈɒnə(r)/A married woman who assists and supports a bride during her wedding ceremony and celebrations.
matronage
nounVery rare / Archaic / Historical
/ˈmeɪ.trə.nɪdʒ/the condition or status of being a matron, or a position of mature dignity.
matronalia
nounExtremely low
/ˌmætrəʊˈneɪliə/An ancient Roman festival in honour of the goddess Juno, celebrated on March 1st by married women (matrons).
matronize
verb-intransitiveverb-transitiveLow
/ˈmeɪ.trə.naɪz/To act with the authority, dignity, or manner of a matron; to patronize in a condescending way.
matryoshka
nounC2
/ˌmætrɪˈɒʃkə/A set of Russian wooden dolls of decreasing size placed one inside another.
mats
nounB1
/mæts/Plural form of 'mat': flat pieces of material used to cover a floor, wipe feet, or protect surfaces.
matsu
nounExtremely Low (C2 - only in specific contexts)
/ˈmæt.suː/A Japanese term for a pine tree, used historically in English as a specific toponym (e.g., referring to a Japanese vessel or, less commonly, as part of a place name).
matsu-take
nounC2
/ˌmatsuːˈtɑːkeɪ/A highly prized edible mushroom (Tricholoma matsutake) known for its spicy-aromatic fragrance, growing symbiotically with certain trees, primarily pine.
matsudo
nounVery Low
/ˈmætsʊdəʊ/A proper noun, typically the name of a city in Chiba Prefecture, Japan.
matsuo basho
nounLow frequency in general English, but moderately high in literary and Japanese studies contexts.
/ˌmætsʊəʊ ˈbæʃəʊ/The pen name of the most famous Japanese haiku poet (1644–1694), often considered the master of the form.
matsuoka
nounVery Low (Proper Noun)
/ˌmæt.suːˈəʊ.kə/A proper noun, typically a Japanese surname.

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