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ethionine

IPA: //ɛθɪˈoʊnaɪn//

KK: /ɛθɪˈoʊnaɪn/

noun

Definition: A harmful amino acid that is similar to methionine but has an ethyl group instead of a methyl group, and can cause cancer.

Example: Ethionine is often studied for its toxic effects on living organisms.

ethmoid

IPA: /ˈɛθmɔɪd/

KK: /ˈɛθmɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a specific bone in the skull that is located between the eyes and helps form the nasal cavity.

Example: The ethmoid bone plays a crucial role in the structure of the nasal passages.

noun

Definition: A light, spongy bone located in the skull that forms part of the nasal cavity and the eye sockets.

Example: The ethmoid bone is crucial for the structure of the nasal cavity.

ethmoidal

IPA: /ˈɛθmɔɪdəl/

KK: /ˈɛθmɔɪdəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the ethmoid bone, which is a bone in the skull located between the eyes that helps form the nasal cavity and the orbits of the eyes.

Example: The surgeon carefully examined the ethmoidal region during the procedure.

ethnarch

IPA: /ˈɛθnɑrk/

KK: /ˈɛθnɑrk/

noun

Definition: A leader or governor of a specific group of people or a region, often in a historical or political context.

Example: The ethnarch was responsible for maintaining order and representing the interests of his people to the empire.

ethnic

IPA: /ˈɛθ.nɪk/

KK: /ˈɛθnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a group of people who share a common cultural, racial, or national background.

Example: The festival celebrates the diverse ethnic traditions of the community.

noun

Definition: A person who belongs to a specific cultural or racial group, often sharing common traditions, language, or heritage.

Example: She is proud to be an ethnic from her family's cultural background.

ethnical

IPA: /ˈɛθnɪkəl/

KK: /ˈɛθnɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a particular group of people who share a common culture, language, or heritage.

Example: The festival celebrates the ethnical diversity of the community.

ethnically

IPA: /ˈɛθnɪkli/

KK: /ˈɛθnɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to a person's ethnic background or group.

Example: The festival celebrates the community's diversity, showcasing traditions from various ethnically distinct groups.

ethnicity

IPA: /ɛθˈnɪsɪti/

KK: /ɛθˈnɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: A group of people who share common cultural traits, such as language, traditions, and history.

Example: The city is known for its diverse ethnicities, each contributing to the rich cultural tapestry.

ethnobotanical

IPA: /ˌɛθnəʊbəˈtænɪkəl/

KK: /ɛθnoʊbəˈtænɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the study of how different cultures use plants, especially for medicinal purposes.

Example: The ethnobotanical research revealed how indigenous tribes utilize local plants for healing.

noun

Definition: A type of plant that is studied in relation to its traditional uses by different cultures, often for medicinal or practical purposes.

Example: The ethnobotanical research revealed many plants used by indigenous tribes for healing.

ethnobotanist

IPA: /ˌɛθnəʊˈbɒtənɪst/

KK: /ˈɛθnoʊbəˌtænɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies the relationship between people and plants, especially how different cultures use plants for food, medicine, and other purposes.

Example: The ethnobotanist conducted research on how indigenous tribes use local plants for traditional medicine.

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