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Formal Indonesian

Standard and formal Indonesian vocabulary (Baku). Essential for professional, academic, medical, sains and business communications.

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Aberasi kromatis

“An optical defect in lens systems where light of different wavelengths is refracted at unequal angles, producing colored fringes or halos around the edges of objects; Commonly known as “color fringing” or “chromatic distortion” in photography and optics.”

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Bekisting

“Bekisting is a temporary “mold” used to support concrete during the pouring process until it reaches sufficient strength.”

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Seismologi

“A branch of geophysics that systematically studies “earthquake” phenomena and the propagation of seismic waves within the earth. This discipline encompasses the analysis of seismic source mechanisms, the internal structure of the planet, and efforts to monitor and mitigate natural disaster risks caused by tectonic activity.”

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Imanensi

“The property or condition of being inherently present within something, such that its existence or influence originates internally rather than transcendently. The term “immanence” denotes an inherent presence within an object, process, or reality.”

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Traktat

“A “formal” and legally binding agreement made between two or more nations to regulate international relations.”

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Hermeneutika

“A branch of philosophy and linguistics that studies the theory and methodology of “interpretation”, particularly applied to sacred, literary, legal, and historical texts, with the aim of uncovering meaning embedded within layers of language and historical context.”

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Korona

“The outermost layer of the Sun atmosphere resembling a white light “crown” and can only be visually observed during a total solar eclipse.”

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Debitur

“A party that has a “debt” or financial obligation to another party, particularly within the context of banking or loan agreements.”

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Inferensi

“The process of logically “drawing conclusions” based on available premises, evidence, or data through deductive or inductive reasoning.”

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Difusi

“The process by which particles, molecules, or substances move spontaneously from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration, requiring no additional energy. This phenomenon continues until an even “concentration equilibrium” is reached, and applies to solid, liquid, and gaseous matter.”

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Segregasi

“The separation of material components in a concrete mix due to a lack of cohesion. This results in an uneven distribution of “aggregates” within the concrete structure.”

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Etnopolitik

“A branch of study examining the relationship between “ethnic” identity and “political” power, encompassing how tribal or racial groups influence state policy, power struggles, and governance dynamics. In plain terms, it is the study of how ethnicity shapes and is shaped by affairs of the state.”

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Foramen

“A natural opening, hole, or passage within a biological structure such as bone, membranes, or organs. A foramen serves as a critical conduit for blood vessels, nerves, or ligaments to pass through hard or soft tissues within the body.”

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Farmakologi

“The science that studies “drugs” and their interaction with biological systems, including their mechanism of action, therapeutic effects, side effects, and the fate of drugs within the body.”

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Asteroid

“Small celestial bodies composed of rock and metal that orbit the Sun, primarily located within the “asteroid belt” between Mars and Jupiter.”

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Diseminasi

“The process of systematic *dissemination* of information, ideas, or data to specific target groups through formal media or forums. This action aims to provide collective understanding so that the knowledge can be widely utilized within administrative or academic contexts.”

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Pejoratif

“A linguistic term referring to words or expressions that convey a “derogatory”, insulting, or negative connotation toward the subject being discussed.”

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Elongasi

“The angular distance between two celestial bodies as seen from Earth, typically used to describe the position of a “planet” relative to the Sun.”

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Signifikan

“Possessing important meaning or being “meaningful”. It indicates a significant impact or strong relevance to a particular “situation” or “phenomenon”. Something “significant” demonstrates its “important existence” that cannot be disregarded or underestimated in a specific “context”.”

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Geoteknik

“A branch of civil engineering focusing on the behavior of “earth materials” and the mechanical properties of soil and rock for structural foundation design.”

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Patologi

“The branch of medicine that studies the nature of disease. This includes the processes by which diseases form, their symptoms, and the “physical” and “structural changes” that occur in an organism as a result.”

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Pronomina

“A word class that functions as a substitute for “Nouns” or noun phrases to avoid repetition within a discourse.”

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Apotek

“A place where pharmaceutical practices are conducted by a pharmacist to distribute pharmaceutical preparations and other health supplies to the community. This term refers to an official “healthcare facility” operating under government license.”

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Epidemi

“The occurrence of an infectious disease that spreads rapidly across a large area and affects many victims. This phenomenon is characterized by an increase in the number of cases exceeding normal limits within a specific “population”.”

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