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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

periplasmic

IPA: /ˌpɛrɪˈplæzmɪk/

KK: /pɛrɪˈplæzmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the space between the inner and outer membranes of certain bacteria, where various biochemical processes occur.

Example: The periplasmic space contains enzymes that help break down nutrients for the bacterium.

periscopic

IPA: /ˌpɛrɪˈskɒpɪk/

KK: /pɛrɪˈskɒpɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to devices that allow you to see things from a different angle or perspective, often used in submarines or other situations where direct sight is blocked.

Example: The periscopic lens allowed the submarine crew to see above the water's surface without being detected.

peristaltic

IPA: /ˌpɛr.ɪˈstæl.tɪk/

KK: /pɛrɪˈstæl.tɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive system.

Example: The peristaltic movements of the intestines help in digesting food.

peristyle

IPA: /ˈpɛrɪˌstaɪl/

KK: /ˈpɛrɪˌstaɪl/

noun

Definition: An open area or courtyard that is surrounded by columns, often found in ancient architecture.

Example: The ancient temple featured a beautiful peristyle that added elegance to the courtyard.

peritoneum

IPA: /ˌpɛrəˈtoʊniəm/

KK: /ˌpɛrəˈtoʊniəm/

noun

Definition: A thin, smooth membrane that covers the inside of the abdomen and surrounds the organs within it.

Example: The surgeon carefully examined the peritoneum during the operation.

peritrichous

IPA: /ˌpɛrɪˈtrɪkəs/

KK: /pɛrɪˈtrɪkəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing organisms that have a band of hair-like structures (cilia) around their body or mouth, often seen in certain types of protozoans and bacteria.

Example: The peritrichous protozoan uses its cilia to move and feed.

perjure

IPA: //ˈpɜːrdʒər//

KK: /ˈpɜrʤər/

transitive verb

Definition: To make oneself guilty of lying under oath, especially in a legal setting.

Example: He was accused of trying to perjure himself during the trial.

perjurer

IPA: /ˈpɜːrdʒər/

KK: /ˈpɜr.dʒər/

noun

Definition: A person who lies or makes false statements while under oath, especially in a court of law.

Example: The witness was found to be a perjurer after it was revealed that he lied during the trial.

perjurious

IPA: /pɜːrˈdʒʊəriəs/

KK: /pɜrˈdʒʊəriəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of lying or making false statements under oath.

Example: The witness was found to be perjurious, leading to serious legal consequences.

perjury

IPA: /ˈpɜːrdʒəri/

KK: /ˈpɜrʤəri/

noun

Definition: The act of lying or making false statements while under oath, especially in a court of law.

Example: He was charged with perjury after lying about his whereabouts during the trial.

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