IPA: /ˌmɛtəˈsɛntrɪk/
KK: /ˌmɛtəˈsɛntrɪk/
Definition: Describing a chromosome that has its centromere located in the middle, resulting in two arms of equal length.
Example: The metacentric chromosomes are important for genetic studies because they have equal arm lengths.
Definition: A type of chromosome that has its centromere located at or near the middle, resulting in two arms of approximately equal length.
Example: The scientist studied the metacentric chromosomes to understand their role in genetic inheritance.
IPA: /ˌmɛtəˈsɜːrkəˌrɪə/
KK: /mɛtəˈsɜrˌkɛrɪə/
Definition: A stage in the life cycle of a type of parasitic worm, where it is encysted in the tissues of an intermediate host and can infect a definitive host.
Example: The metacercaria can be found in the tissues of fish, making them a potential source of infection for humans.
IPA: /ˌmɛtəˈsɜrˌkɛrɪəl/
KK: /mɛtəˈsɜrˌkɛrɪəl/
Definition: Related to a specific stage in the life cycle of certain parasitic flatworms, particularly after they have developed into a cyst form.
Example: The metacercarial stage of the parasite is crucial for its transmission to the definitive host.
IPA: /ˌmɛtəˈkrəʊmətɪk/
KK: /mɛtəˈkrəʊmətɪk/
Definition: Relating to a type of staining in which a substance changes color when it binds to another substance.
Example: The scientist used a metachromatic dye to highlight the cells under the microscope.
IPA: /ˌmɛtəˈkɒnɪɡʃən/
KK: /ˌmɛtəˈkɒnɪʃən/
Definition: The process of being aware of and understanding your own thoughts and learning methods.
Example: Teachers encourage metacognition to help students become more effective learners.
IPA: /ˈmɛtəˌdeɪtə/
KK: /ˈmɛtəˌdeɪtə/
Definition: Information that provides details about other data, helping to describe or categorize it.
Example: The library uses metadata to organize its collection of books and articles.
IPA: /ˌmɛtəˈɛθɪkəl/
KK: /ˈmɛtəˌɛθɪkəl/
Definition: Relating to the branch of philosophy that examines the nature, foundations, and meaning of ethical concepts and theories.
Example: The philosopher wrote a paper on metaethical theories to explore the meaning of moral language.
IPA: /ˌmɛtəˈɛθɪks/
KK: /mɛtəˈɛθɪks/
Definition: The branch of philosophy that examines the nature, meaning, and foundations of ethical concepts and moral judgments.
Example: In her philosophy class, we discussed various theories in metaethics.
IPA: /ˌmɛtəˈfɪkʃən/
KK: /mɛtəˈfɪkʃən/
Definition: A type of writing that focuses on the nature of fiction itself, often commenting on its own structure and storytelling methods.
Example: The novel is a great example of metafiction, as it constantly reminds the reader that they are reading a story.
IPA: /ˌmɛtəˈfɪkʃənl/
KK: /mɛtəˈfɪkʃənl/
Definition: Relating to a type of fiction that self-consciously addresses the devices of fiction, often blurring the boundary between fiction and reality.
Example: The novel is metafictional, as it frequently comments on its own narrative structure.
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