IPA (EN)

Proper noun, noun

Proper noun “IPA”

1. International Phonetic Alphabet
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   To accurately transcribe the sounds of different languages, linguists often use the IPA.
2. an organization that promotes the study of phonetics
   The IPA provides a standardized set of symbols for representing the sounds of all spoken languages.
3. an organization that fosters cooperation among police officers around the world
   My uncle is a proud member of the IPA, where he connects with law enforcement officers from around the world.

noun “IPA”

1. a type of beer characterized by a higher hop content
   After trying several types of beer, he decided that the IPA had the perfect blend of hops and bitterness for his taste.
2. a chemical compound commonly used as a disinfectant and cleaning agent
   To clean the electronic components, we used IPA because it evaporates quickly without leaving residue.
3. a chemical compound used in the production of resins and plastics
   In the production of high-quality resins, the chemist emphasized the importance of using IPA for its superior durability and chemical resistance.
4. a chemical compound used as a solvent in the manufacture of various products
   The strong smell in the lab was due to the evaporation of IPA, a common solvent used in our experiments.
5. a file format used to distribute applications for Apple's iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, or tvOS platforms
   To install the app on your iPhone without using the App Store, you'll need to download the IPA file and sideload it.