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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

dynamometer

IPA: /ˌdaɪ.nəˈmɒm.ɪ.tər/

KK: /daɪˈnæməˌtɪr/

noun

Definition: A device used to measure the power or force of a machine or engine.

Example: The engineer used a dynamometer to test the engine's performance.

dynamometric

IPA: /ˌdaɪnəˈmɒtrɪk/

KK: /daɪnəˈmɒtrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a device that measures force or power in mechanical systems.

Example: The engineer used a dynamometric tool to assess the engine's performance.

dynamometry

IPA: /ˌdaɪ.nəˈmɒm.ə.tri/

KK: /daɪˈnæməˌtrɪ/

noun

Definition: The process of measuring the forces involved in doing work, often used in physics and engineering.

Example: Dynamometry is essential for understanding how much force is applied in various mechanical systems.

dynein

IPA: //daɪˈniːn//

KK: /daɪˈniːn/

noun

Definition: A type of enzyme that helps move cellular structures by breaking down ATP, particularly associated with microtubules.

Example: Dynein plays a crucial role in transporting organelles within the cell.

dyscrasia

IPA: /dɪsˈkreɪziə/

KK: /dɪsˈkreɪʒə/

noun

Definition: A medical term referring to an abnormal condition of the body, particularly related to the blood.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with dyscrasia after reviewing her blood test results.

dysfunction

IPA: /dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/

KK: /dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/

noun

Definition: A condition where something does not work properly or is not functioning as it should, often referring to a part of the body or a social group.

Example: The doctor explained that the patient's heart had a dysfunction that needed treatment.

dysgenesis

IPA: /dɪsˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/

KK: /dɪsˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/

noun

Definition: The abnormal or defective development of an organ, particularly the reproductive organs.

Example: Dysgenesis can lead to various health issues, including hormonal imbalances.

dysgenic

IPA: /dɪsˈdʒɛnɪk/

KK: /dɪsˈdʒɛnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that leads to a decline in the quality of genetic traits in future generations, often by allowing less fit individuals to reproduce.

Example: The researchers warned that certain social policies could have dysgenic effects on the population.

dyslexia

IPA: /dɪsˈlɛk.si.ə/

KK: /dɪsˈlɛk.si.ə/

noun

Definition: A condition that makes it hard for people to read, write, and spell correctly, often due to difficulties in processing language.

Example: Many children with dyslexia may struggle with reading but can excel in other areas.

dyslexic

IPA: /dɪsˈlɛksɪk/

KK: /dɪsˈlɛksɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a learning difficulty that affects reading and writing skills.

Example: Many dyslexic students benefit from specialized teaching methods.

noun

Definition: A person who has difficulty reading due to a specific learning disability that affects their ability to process written language.

Example: As a dyslexic, she often found it challenging to read aloud in class.

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