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penicillamine

IPA: /ˌpɛnɪˈsɪləmɪn/

KK: /pɛnɪˈsɪləˌmiːn/

noun

Definition: A type of amino acid that is used in medicine to treat certain conditions like cystinuria, rheumatoid arthritis, and metal poisoning.

Example: The doctor prescribed penicillamine to help manage the patient's condition.

penicillate

IPA: /ˌpɛnɪˈsɪleɪt/

KK: /pɛnɪˈsɪleɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has a tuft or cluster of fine hairs or filaments, similar to those found on certain plants or insects.

Example: The caterpillar was penicillate, with soft, fine hairs covering its body.

penicillin

IPA: /ˌpɛnɪˈsɪlɪn/

KK: /pɛnɪˈsɪlɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of antibiotic that is used to treat infections caused by bacteria. It is derived from a mold and is effective against certain types of bacteria.

Example: The doctor prescribed penicillin to help fight the infection.

penicillinase

IPA: /ˌpɛnɪsɪˈleɪnɛɪz/

KK: /pɛnɪsɪlɪneɪs/

noun

Definition: A type of enzyme made by some bacteria that breaks down penicillin, making it ineffective. This enzyme is important in medicine, especially for treating penicillin allergies.

Example: The doctor explained that the infection was resistant to treatment because the bacteria produced penicillinase.

penicillium

IPA: /ˌpɛnɪˈsɪliəm/

KK: /pɛnɪˈsɪliəm/

noun

Definition: A type of mold that is usually bluish-green and belongs to a specific group of fungi. These fungi grow on decaying organic matter and are important for making antibiotics like penicillin and certain types of cheese.

Example: The cheese was flavored with a special type of penicillium that gave it a unique taste.

penitence

IPA: /ˈpɛnɪtəns/

KK: /ˈpɛnɪtəns/

noun

Definition: The state of feeling sorry for something wrong that you have done and wanting to make it right.

Example: After realizing his mistake, he felt a deep sense of penitence and sought forgiveness.

penitent

IPA: /ˈpɛnɪtənt/

KK: /ˈpɛnɪtənt/

adjective

Definition: Feeling or showing regret for wrongdoing or sin.

Example: After realizing his mistake, he felt penitent and sought forgiveness.

noun

Definition: A person who feels sorry for their wrong actions and seeks forgiveness or makes amends.

Example: The penitent approached the priest to confess their mistakes and seek guidance.

penitential

IPA: /ˌpɛnɪˈtɛnʃəl/

KK: /ˌpɛnɪˈtɛnʃəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of showing sorrow or regret for wrongdoing, often in a religious context.

Example: The priest offered a penitential prayer during the service to encourage the congregation to reflect on their actions.

noun

Definition: A book or collection of guidelines used in a religious context that relates to the act of expressing sorrow for sins and seeking forgiveness.

Example: The priest referred to the penitential to guide the congregation on the sacrament of penance.

penitentially

IPA: /ˌpɛnɪˈtɛnʃəli/

KK: /pɛnɪˈtɛnʃəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows regret or sorrow for wrongdoing.

Example: He spoke penitentially, expressing his deep remorse for his actions.

penitentiary

IPA: /ˌpɛnɪˈtɛnʃəri/

KK: /ˌpɛnɪˈtɛnʃəri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a place where criminals are punished and reformed, often through imprisonment.

Example: The penitentiary system aims to rehabilitate offenders rather than just punish them.

noun

Definition: A place where people are kept as punishment for committing serious crimes.

Example: The judge sentenced him to five years in a penitentiary for his actions.

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