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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

hyponymy

IPA: /haɪˈpɒnəmi/

KK: /haɪˈpɒnəmi/

noun

Definition: A relationship in language where one word is a more specific term under a broader category, showing how words are related in meaning.

Example: In the sentence, 'A dog is a hyponym of animal', 'dog' is a specific type of 'animal'.

hypopharynx

IPA: /ˌhaɪpəˈfærɪŋks/

KK: /haɪpəˈfɛrɪŋks/

noun

Definition: The part of the throat located below the oropharynx and above the esophagus, which plays a role in swallowing and breathing.

Example: The doctor examined the hypopharynx to check for any abnormalities.

hypophyseal

IPA: //haɪˈpɒfɪziəl//

KK: /haɪˈpɒfɪziəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the pituitary gland, which is an important part of the endocrine system that controls various bodily functions.

Example: The hypophyseal hormones play a crucial role in regulating growth and metabolism.

hypophysectomy

IPA: //haɪˌpɒf.ɪˈsek.tə.mi//

KK: /haɪˌpɒf.ɪˈsek.tə.mi/

noun

Definition: A surgical procedure to remove the pituitary gland from the body.

Example: The doctor recommended a hypophysectomy to treat the patient's hormonal imbalance.

hypophysial

IPA: //haɪˈpɒfɪziəl//

KK: /haɪˈpɒfɪziəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the pituitary gland, which is an important part of the endocrine system that controls various bodily functions.

Example: The hypophysial hormones play a crucial role in regulating growth and metabolism.

hypophysis

IPA: /haɪˈpɒfɪsɪs/

KK: /haɪˈpɒfɪsɪs/

noun

Definition: A small gland located at the base of the brain that produces hormones that control various bodily functions.

Example: The hypophysis plays a crucial role in regulating growth and metabolism.

hypopituitarism

IPA: /ˌhaɪpoʊpɪtjuˈɛrɪzəm/

KK: /haɪpoʊpɪtjuˈɛrɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A medical condition where the pituitary gland does not produce enough hormones, which can lead to various health issues, including growth problems in children.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with hypopituitarism after observing her growth issues.

hypoplasia

IPA: /ˌhaɪpəˈpleɪziə/

KK: /haɪˈpɒpleɪziə/

noun

Definition: A medical condition where an organ or part of the body does not develop fully, resulting in it being smaller than normal or not fully formed.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with hypoplasia of the enamel, which caused her teeth to be weaker than usual.

hypoplastic

IPA: /haɪˈpɒpləstɪk/

KK: /haɪˈpɒpləstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a condition where an organ or part of the body is underdeveloped or smaller than normal.

Example: The child was diagnosed with a hypoplastic left heart syndrome, which means the left side of the heart is not fully developed.

hypoploid

IPA: /haɪˈpoʊplɔɪd/

KK: /haɪˈpoʊplɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a condition where the number of chromosomes is slightly lower than the typical diploid count.

Example: The plant species is classified as hypoploid due to its reduced chromosome number.

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