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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

glycosylated

IPA: /ɡlaɪˈkɒsɪleɪtɪd/

KK: /ɡlaɪˈkɒsɪleɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a compound, especially a protein, that has a sugar molecule attached to it.

Example: The glycosylated protein plays a crucial role in cell signaling.

glycosylating

IPA: /ɡlaɪˈkoʊsɪleɪtɪŋ/

KK: /ɡlaɪˈkoʊsɪleɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of adding sugar molecules to other molecules, often in biological contexts.

Example: The glycosylating enzyme plays a crucial role in cell signaling.

glycosylation

IPA: /ɡlaɪˌkɒsɪˈleɪʃən/

KK: /ɡlaɪˌkɒsɪˈleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of adding sugar molecules to another molecule, often a protein or lipid, which can change how that molecule works in the body.

Example: Glycosylation is important for the proper functioning of many proteins in our cells.

glycyl

IPA: //ˈɡlaɪsɪl//

KK: /ˈɡlaɪsəl/

noun

Definition: A chemical group that is formed by removing a hydrogen atom from glycine, which is an amino acid.

Example: The glycyl group is important in the structure of many peptides.

glyph

IPA: /ɡlɪf/

KK: /glɪf/

noun

Definition: A symbol or character that represents an idea or concept, often used in writing or art, and can be engraved or carved.

Example: The ancient manuscript was filled with mysterious glyphs that told stories of the past.

glyphic

IPA: /ˈɡlɪfɪk/

KK: /ˈɡlɪfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to symbols or characters that represent ideas or sounds, often used in writing or art.

Example: The ancient manuscript was filled with glyphic symbols that told a story.

gnathic

IPA: /ˈnæθɪk/

KK: /ˈnæθɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the jaw or jaws.

Example: The doctor examined the gnathic structure of the patient's face.

gnomic

IPA: /ˈnoʊmɪk/

KK: /ˈnoʊmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing a style of writing or speech that is concise and often uses wise sayings or maxims.

Example: The poet's gnomic verses offered profound insights in just a few words.

gnosis

IPA: /ˈɡnəʊsɪs/

KK: /ˈnoʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: A type of knowledge that involves understanding spiritual truths, often associated with mystical or esoteric beliefs.

Example: The teachings of the Gnostics emphasize the importance of gnosis for spiritual enlightenment.

gnostic

IPA: //ˈnɒstɪk//

KK: /ˈnɑːstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to knowledge, especially spiritual or mystical knowledge, often associated with Gnosticism.

Example: The gnostic texts reveal a deeper understanding of the universe and our place in it.

noun

Definition: A person who believes in a particular set of spiritual knowledge or insights, often related to the divine or the nature of existence.

Example: The gnostic sought deeper understanding of the universe and the divine.

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