intricate (**인**트리킷) — very complicated or detailed; having many small parts or details that are difficult to understand or analyze
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: very complicated or detailed; having many small parts or details that are difficult to understand or analyze
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪntrɪkət/
Korean meaning: 매우 복잡한, 정교한; 이해하기 어려운 세부사항들로 가득한
Korean pronunciation: **인**트리킷
Example Sentences
- The intricate recipe had 47 steps and required three different types of exotic spices that nobody could pronounce.
- The intricate legal document was so complex that even the lawyer needed a lawyer.
- Scientists are studying the intricate relationships between climate change and marine ecosystems.
intricate
ADJECTIVE//ˈɪntrɪkət//
very complicated or detailed; having many small parts or details that are difficult to understand or analyze
A clockmaker assembles intricate mechanical parts with precise detail
Intricate art needs delicate touch and proper certificate!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'intricatus', the past participle of 'intricare', meaning 'to entangle' or 'to perplex'. It combines the prefix 'in-' (in) with 'tricae' (perplexity, trifles).
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📝Examples
“The intricate recipe had 47 steps and required three different types of exotic spices that nobody could pronounce.”
“The intricate legal document was so complex that even the lawyer needed a lawyer.”
“Scientists are studying the intricate relationships between climate change and marine ecosystems.”
“The watchmaker spent months crafting the intricate gears and springs.”
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