IPA: //ˌɒks.i.əˈsɛt.ə.liːn//
KK: /ˌɑk.si.əˈsɛt.əl.iːn/
Definition: Relating to or using a combination of oxygen and acetylene, often used in welding and cutting processes.
Example: The oxyacetylene torch is essential for metalworking tasks.
IPA: //ˈɒksɪˌæsɪd//
KK: /ˈɑksɪˌæsɪd/
Definition: A type of acid that contains oxygen in its molecular structure.
Example: Sulfuric acid is an example of an oxyacid that is widely used in industry.
IPA: //ˈɒksɪdʒəneɪt//
KK: /ˈɑksɪdʒəˌneɪt/
Definition: A substance that contains oxygen, often added to fuel to help it burn more completely.
Example: Ethanol is a common oxygenate used in gasoline to reduce emissions.
Definition: To treat or mix something with oxygen to enhance its quality or function.
Example: The doctor decided to oxygenate the patient's blood to improve their health.
IPA: //ˈɒksɪdʒəneɪtə//
KK: /ˈɑksɪdʒəˌneɪtər/
Definition: A device that adds oxygen to water or blood, often used in aquariums or medical procedures.
Example: The aquarium's oxygenator keeps the water healthy for the fish by ensuring they have enough oxygen.
IPA: //ɒkˈsɪdʒənɪk//
KK: /ˈɑksɪdʒənɪk/
Definition: Relating to or producing oxygen.
Example: Plants are oxygenic organisms that release oxygen during photosynthesis.
IPA: /ˌɒksihɪˈmoʊɡləˌbɪn/
KK: /ɑksɪˈhiməˌɡloʊbɪn/
Definition: A bright-red substance formed when hemoglobin in the blood binds with oxygen, helping to carry oxygen to different parts of the body.
Example: Oxyhemoglobin is essential for delivering oxygen to our organs and tissues.
IPA: //ˌɒksɪˈhaɪdrədʒən//
KK: /ˈɑksɪˌhaɪdrədʒən/
Definition: Relating to or using a mixture of hydrogen and oxygen, often used in processes like welding or cutting.
Example: The oxyhydrogen torch is commonly used for metal cutting and welding.
IPA: /ˌɒksɪˈmɔːrənɪk/
KK: /ɑkˈsɪmərɒnɪk/
Definition: Relating to a figure of speech where two contradictory words or ideas are combined to create a new meaning.
Example: The phrase 'deafening silence' is an example of an oxymoronic expression.
IPA: /ˌɒksɪˈmɔːrənɪkli/
KK: /ɑkˈsɪmɔrənɪkli/
Definition: In a way that combines contradictory or opposing ideas, often to create a unique or thought-provoking effect.
Example: She described the situation oxymoronically, calling it a 'deafening silence'.
IPA: /ˌɒksɪˈtoʊsɪk/
KK: /ɑkˈsɪtɒsɪk/
Definition: A term used to describe substances that help speed up childbirth by causing the uterus to contract.
Example: The doctor administered an oxytocic to help with the delivery of the baby.
Definition: A substance that stimulates contractions of the uterus, often used to induce labor or control bleeding after childbirth.
Example: The doctor administered an oxytocic to help with the delivery process.
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