Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A growth of tissue on the eye that can block vision, usually starting from the inner corner and spreading over the clear front part of the eye.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a pterygium that was affecting her eyesight.

Definition: Relating to a specific area of the skull, particularly near the sphenoid bone, or resembling a wing.

Example: The pterygoid muscles are important for jaw movement.

Definition: A structure that extends from the sphenoid bone in the skull, often related to muscles or nerves.

Example: The pterygoid muscles are important for chewing and moving the jaw.

Definition: A type of chemical compound that is produced by bacteria during the decay of organic matter.

Example: The presence of ptomain in the spoiled food indicated that it was unsafe to eat.

Definition: Relating to a condition where a part of the body, especially the eyelid, droops or falls down.

Example: The doctor explained that her eyelid was ptotic, which could affect her vision.

Definition: A condition where there is an unusually large amount of saliva produced in the mouth.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with ptyalism after experiencing constant drooling.

Definition: The period in which a person develops physical changes that lead to sexual maturity, typically occurring during adolescence.

Example: During pubescence, many teenagers experience significant changes in their bodies and emotions.

Definition: Relating to the stage of development when a person or animal is becoming sexually mature, often marked by the growth of body hair and other physical changes.

Example: The pubescent stage is a time of significant physical and emotional changes for teenagers.

Definition: A printed work that is made available to the public, such as a book, magazine, or journal.

Example: The latest publication from the research team provides new insights into climate change.

Definition: A person whose job is to promote and manage the public image of someone or something, often working with the media.

Example: The publicist arranged a press conference to announce the new movie.

Definition: Capable of being printed or made available to the public.

Example: The author's manuscript was finally deemed publishable after several revisions.