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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

ostracoderm

IPA: /ˈɒstrəˌkɒdəm/

KK: /ˈɑstrəˌkɒdərm/

noun

Definition: A type of ancient fish that lived a long time ago, known for having a body covered in bony plates and lacking jaws.

Example: Scientists discovered fossils of an ostracoderm in the sediment layers of the ancient seabed.

ostracon

IPA: /ˈɒstrəˌkɒn/

KK: /ˈɑstrəˌkɒn/

noun

Definition: A piece of pottery that has writing on it, often used in ancient times for voting or recording information.

Example: The archaeologists discovered an ostracon with ancient Greek inscriptions.

ostrakon

IPA: /ˈɒstrəkɒn/

KK: /ˈɑstrəˌkɒn/

noun

Definition: A piece of pottery or stone used in ancient times, often for writing or voting.

Example: In ancient Greece, citizens would write names on an ostrakon to vote for banishment.

othering

IPA: /ˈʌðərɪŋ/

KK: /ˈʌðərɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of viewing or treating a person or group as different or separate from oneself, often leading to feelings of alienation or exclusion.

Example: The concept of othering can be seen in many social situations where people are judged based on their differences.

otherness

IPA: /ˈʌðərnəs/

KK: /ˈʌðərnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being different or distinct from something else.

Example: The concept of otherness helps us understand cultural differences.

otherworldly

IPA: /ˈʌðərˌwɜrldli/

KK: /ˈʌðərˌwɜrldli/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a world that is different from our own, often mystical or spiritual in nature.

Example: The painting had an otherworldly quality that made it feel like a glimpse into another realm.

otiose

IPA: /oʊˈtiːoʊs/

KK: /oʊˈtiːoʊs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is ineffective or serves no useful purpose; often associated with laziness or idleness.

Example: His otiose remarks during the meeting did not contribute to the discussion.

otiosity

IPA: /oʊˈtiːoʊsɪti/

KK: /oʊˈtiːoʊsɪti/

noun

Definition: The condition of being unnecessary or having no useful purpose.

Example: His otiosity during the meeting frustrated everyone who was trying to be productive.

otitis

IPA: /oʊˈtaɪtɪs/

KK: /oʊˈtaɪtɪs/

noun

Definition: A medical condition characterized by inflammation in the ear.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with otitis after she complained of ear pain.

otocyst

IPA: /ˈoʊtəˌsɪst/

KK: /ˈoʊtəˌsɪst/

noun

Definition: A fluid-filled organ found in many invertebrates that helps with balance and orientation, often containing a small structure called an otolith.

Example: The otocyst plays a crucial role in the balance of aquatic animals.

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