Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Relating to the diaphysis, which is the main or midsection (shaft) of a long bone.

Example: The doctor explained that the fracture was located in the diaphysial region of the bone.

Definition: The long, central part of a long bone, which connects the ends of the bone.

Example: The diaphysis is important for the strength and support of the bone structure.

Definition: A clear image on transparent material, such as glass or film, used for projecting pictures with a projector.

Example: The teacher used a diapositive to show the students images of the solar system.

Definition: Relating to a group of reptiles that have two pairs of openings in their skulls, which includes crocodiles and some other reptiles.

Example: The diapsid lineage includes many modern reptiles and birds.

Definition: A type of reptile that has a skull with two pairs of openings on the sides, which includes animals like lizards, snakes, crocodiles, dinosaurs, and pterosaurs.

Example: The diapsid lineage includes many modern reptiles and birds.

Definition: A system of government where two leaders share power equally.

Example: In a diarchy, both rulers must agree on important decisions.

Definition: A person who regularly writes in a diary to record their thoughts, experiences, and feelings.

Example: As a diarist, she documented her travels and personal reflections every day.

Definition: Related to diaries or the style of writing found in diaries.

Example: Her diaristic reflections provided a deep insight into her daily life and thoughts.

Definition: Relating to or having the symptoms of diarrhea, which is a condition characterized by frequent and watery bowel movements.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with a diarrheic condition after experiencing severe stomach cramps.

Definition: Relating to or causing a condition where a person has frequent and watery bowel movements.

Example: The doctor prescribed a medication that was not diarrhetic to avoid worsening the patient's condition.

Definition: A type of joint in the body that allows for a wide range of movement, such as the shoulder or hip joint.

Example: The diarthrosis in my shoulder allows me to lift my arm above my head.