dissertation
nounStress: third syllable
Syllables: dis-ser-ta-tion (4)
English Definition
A long essay on a particular subject, especially one written for a university degree.
Example Sentence
She is working hard to finish her PhD dissertation.
US IPA
/ˌdɪsərˈteɪʃn/
UK IPA
/ˌdɪsəˈteɪʃn/