IPA: //prəʊˈdʒɛnɪtə//
KK: /proʊˈdʒɛnɪtər/
Definition: A direct ancestor or originator of a line of descent; someone who comes before in a family or lineage.
Example: The scientist is considered a progenitor of modern genetics.
IPA: //prəʊˈdʒɛs.təˌneɪ.əl//
KK: /prəʊˈdʒɛs.təˌneɪ.əl/
Definition: Relating to or having effects similar to a hormone called progesterone, especially during the menstrual cycle and pregnancy.
Example: The doctor prescribed a progestational medication to support her pregnancy.
IPA: //prəʊˈdʒɛstəʤən//
KK: /proʊˈdʒɛstəˌdʒɛn/
Definition: A type of substance that helps prepare the body for pregnancy and supports the early stages of pregnancy. It can be natural or made in a lab.
Example: Doctors may prescribe a progestogen to help regulate menstrual cycles.
IPA: /prəˈɡlɒtɪd/
KK: /prəˈɡlɒtɪd/
Definition: A segment of a tapeworm that has both male and female reproductive parts.
Example: The proglottid of the tapeworm can produce eggs.
IPA: /prəˈɡlɒtɪs/
KK: /prəˈɡlɑːtɪs/
Definition: A segment of a tapeworm that contains both male and female reproductive organs and can exist independently for a short time.
Example: The proglottis of the tapeworm can detach and continue to live for a while.
IPA: /prɒɡˈnæθɪk/
KK: /prɔg'næθɪk/
Definition: Having a projecting jaw or chin, where the lower jaw is positioned further forward than the upper jaw.
Example: The patient was diagnosed with a prognathic jaw, which affected his bite and facial appearance.
IPA: //prɒɡˈnæθɪzəm//
KK: /prɔgˈnæθɪzəm/
Definition: A condition where the jaws project forward more than normal, often affecting the alignment of teeth and facial appearance.
Example: Prognathism can lead to difficulties in chewing and speaking due to the misalignment of the jaws.
IPA: /prɒɡˈnæθəs/
KK: /prɔg'næθəs/
Definition: Describing a condition where the jaws extend forward more than usual, often resulting in a prominent chin or jawline.
Example: The patient was diagnosed as prognathous, which affected the alignment of their teeth.
IPA: /prɒɡˈnəʊsɪs/
KK: /prɔgˈnoʊsɪs/
Definition: A prediction about how a situation, especially a disease, will develop and what the outcome will likely be.
Example: The doctor gave a positive prognosis for her recovery after the surgery.
IPA: /prɒɡˈnɒstɪk/
KK: /prɔgˈnɑstɪk/
Definition: Related to making predictions about future events, especially in a medical context.
Example: The doctor provided a prognostic assessment of the patient's recovery.
Definition: A sign or indication that suggests what will happen in the future, often related to health or events.
Example: The doctor used several prognostics to determine the likely outcome of the patient's illness.
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