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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

orthomyxovirus

IPA: /ˌɔːrθoʊˈmɪksəˌvaɪrəs/

KK: /ɔrˌθoʊmaɪkˈvoʊrəs/

noun

Definition: A type of virus that has RNA as its genetic material and is known for causing influenza and other respiratory illnesses.

Example: The orthomyxovirus is responsible for seasonal flu outbreaks.

orthonormal

IPA: /ˌɔːrθəˈnɔːrməl/

KK: /ɔrθəˈnɔrməl/

adjective

Definition: Describing a set of vectors that are both at right angles to each other and have a length of one.

Example: In mathematics, an orthonormal basis is essential for simplifying calculations in linear algebra.

orthopaedics

IPA: /ˌɔːrθəˈpiːdɪks/

KK: /ɔrθəˈpidɪks/

noun

Definition: A branch of medicine that deals with the correction of deformities or functional impairments of the skeletal system, especially the bones and joints.

Example: He decided to specialize in orthopaedics to help patients recover from injuries.

orthopedic

IPA: /ˌɔːrθəˈpɛdɪk/

KK: /ɔrθəˈpɛdɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the branch of medicine that deals with the correction of deformities of bones or muscles.

Example: The doctor recommended an orthopedic specialist for my knee injury.

orthopedically

IPA: /ˌɔrθəˈpɛdɪkli/

KK: /ɔrˈθoʊpɪdɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the branch of medicine dealing with the correction of deformities of bones or muscles.

Example: The doctor explained the procedure orthopedically to ensure the patient understood the treatment.

orthopedics

IPA: /ˌɔːrθəˈpiːdɪks/

KK: /ɔrθəˈpidɪks/

noun

Definition: The area of medicine that focuses on treating and preventing problems related to bones, muscles, joints, and ligaments.

Example: He decided to specialize in orthopedics to help patients recover from bone injuries.

orthopedist

IPA: /ˌɔːrθəˈpiːdɪst/

KK: /ɔrˈθəʊpɪdɪst/

noun

Definition: A medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions related to bones, joints, and muscles.

Example: After my injury, I visited an orthopedist to get my leg checked.

orthophosphate

IPA: /ˌɔːrθoʊˈfɒsfeɪt/

KK: /ɔrˈθoʊˌfɑːsfeɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of salt or ester that comes from orthophosphoric acid, commonly found in fertilizers and other chemical compounds.

Example: Farmers often use orthophosphate in their fertilizers to promote plant growth.

orthopsychiatry

IPA: /ˌɔːrθoʊˈsaɪkɪətri/

KK: /ɔrˌθoʊˈsaɪkɪətri/

noun

Definition: The branch of psychiatry that focuses on the study, treatment, and prevention of emotional and behavioral issues, particularly in children and adolescents.

Example: Orthopsychiatry aims to address mental health issues early in a person's development.

orthorhombic

IPA: /ˌɔːrθəˈrɒmbɪk/

KK: /ɔrˈθɔrəmˌbɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of crystal structure that has three axes of different lengths that are all at right angles to each other.

Example: The mineral has an orthorhombic crystal structure, making it unique among its peers.

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