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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

eschewer

IPA: /ɪsˈtʃuːər/

KK: /ɪsˈtʃuːər/

noun

Definition: A person who deliberately avoids or shuns something.

Example: He is an eschewer of modern technology, preferring to live simply.

escutcheon

IPA: /ɪˈskʌtʃən/

KK: /ɪˈskʌtʃən/

noun

Definition: A decorative or protective plate, often shaped like a shield, that displays a coat of arms or covers a keyhole.

Example: The family crest was beautifully engraved on the escutcheon above the fireplace.

esemplastic

IPA: /ɪˈzɛm.plæs.tɪk/

KK: /ɪˈzɛm.plæs.tɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having the ability to bring together different elements into a single, cohesive unit.

Example: The artist's esemplastic vision allowed her to combine various styles into a harmonious masterpiece.

eserine

IPA: /ˈɛsəˌriːn/

KK: /ˈɛsəˌrin/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound that is a reversible inhibitor of the enzyme acetylcholinesterase, often used in medicine to treat certain conditions.

Example: Eserine is used in some treatments for glaucoma.

esophageal

IPA: /ɪˈsɒfəˌdʒiəl/

KK: /ɪˈsɒfəˌdʒiəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the tube that connects the throat to the stomach.

Example: The doctor examined the esophageal lining for any signs of irritation.

esophagitis

IPA: /ɪˌsɒfəˈdʒaɪtɪs/

KK: /ɪˌsɑːfəˈdʒaɪtɪs/

noun

Definition: A medical condition characterized by inflammation of the esophagus, which can cause pain and difficulty swallowing.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with esophagitis after she complained of severe chest pain and difficulty swallowing.

esophagus

IPA: /ɪˈsɒfəɡəs/

KK: /ɪˈsɑfəgəs/

noun

Definition: A muscular tube in the body that carries food from the throat to the stomach.

Example: When you swallow, food travels down the esophagus to reach your stomach.

esoteric

IPA: /ˌɛsəˈtɛrɪk/

KK: /ˌɛsəˈtɛrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to knowledge or interests that are only understood by a small, specific group of people.

Example: The professor's lecture on quantum physics was so esoteric that only a few students could follow along.

esoterica

IPA: /ˌɛsəˈtɛrɪkə/

KK: /ˌɛsəˈtɛrɪkə/

noun

Definition: Things that are intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with specialized knowledge or interest.

Example: The book delves into the esoterica of ancient philosophies that few people understand.

esoterically

IPA: /ˌɛsəˈtɛrɪkli/

KK: /ˌɛsəˈtɛrɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with specialized knowledge or interest.

Example: The philosopher spoke esoterically, making it difficult for the general audience to grasp his ideas.

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