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resource

/ɹɪˈsɔɹs/
Meanings
  • noun

    A basic physical or abstract thing that can be valued or exploited

    - "The forest is a valuable resource for timber."
    - "Water is an essential resource for life."
    - "Fossil fuels are non-renewable resources."
  • noun

    A person of help or support

    - "My friend is a valuable resource when I need advice."
    - "The teacher is a valuable resource for students."
    - "The library is a valuable resource for researchers."
Pronunciation
  1. /ɹɪˈsɔɹs/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=191043"
  2. /ɹɪˈsɔːs/



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  3. /ɹɪˈsɔɹs/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with resource
source , juxtapose , applause
Variants
List of all variants of resource that leads to same result
resource , resources , natural resource , natural resources , uniform resource locator , uniform resource locators , universal resource locator , universal resource locators , URL , URLs
Etymology
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The word 'resource' comes from the Latin word 'res' meaning 'thing' or 'affair'.

Trivia
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  1. The word 'resource' is used in computer programming to refer to a source of data or instructions.

  2. The term 'natural resource' can also refer to living organisms, such as fish or forests.

  3. The largest known deposit of a non-renewable resource is the Tar Sand Oil Deposits in Canada.

Related Concepts
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  1. renewable resource: A natural resource that can be replenished over time, such as solar, wind, or water power.

  2. non-renewable resource: A natural resource that cannot be replenished once it is used up, such as coal, oil, or natural gas.

Culture
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The term 'resource' has been used extensively in literature, art, and music to represent various meanings. In literature, it is often used to refer to a character's strengths or abilities. In art, it can represent the materials used by artists. In music, it can refer to the raw materials or inspiration for creating music.

How to Memorize "resource"

  1. visualize

    - To memorize the word 'resource', visualize a reservoir of water or a mine filled with valuable minerals.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'resource' with the word 'reserve' to help remember its meaning.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Rich Ores Sustain Economic Growth' to remember the definition of resource.

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