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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

philtrum

IPA: /ˈfɪltrəm/

KK: /ˈfɪltrəm/

noun

Definition: The small indentation or groove that runs down the middle of the upper lip.

Example: She applied lipstick carefully, making sure to avoid the philtrum.

phimosis

IPA: /fɪˈmoʊsɪs/

KK: /fɪˈmoʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: A medical condition where the foreskin cannot be easily pulled back from the head of the penis.

Example: The doctor explained that phimosis can sometimes cause discomfort during urination.

phish

IPA: /fɪʃ/

KK: /fɪʃ/

noun

Definition: A type of online scam where someone pretends to be a trustworthy source to steal personal information, often through fake emails or websites.

Example: The company warned its employees about a recent phish that tried to steal their login details.

verb

Definition: To attempt to trick someone into giving personal information, such as passwords or credit card numbers, usually through deceptive emails or websites.

Example: Cybercriminals often phish by sending fake emails that look like they are from legitimate companies.

phisher

IPA: /ˈfɪʃər/

KK: /ˈfɪʃər/

noun

Definition: A person who tries to trick others into giving away personal information, like passwords or credit card numbers, usually through fake emails or websites.

Example: The phisher sent an email that looked like it was from a bank to steal people's information.

phishing

IPA: /ˈfɪʃɪŋ/

KK: /ˈfɪʃɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of tricking someone into giving personal or confidential information by pretending to be a trustworthy source, often through email.

Example: Many people have fallen victim to phishing scams that ask for their bank details.

verb

Definition: To attempt to trick someone into giving personal information, such as passwords or credit card numbers, often through deceptive emails or websites.

Example: Cybercriminals often use phishing to steal sensitive information from unsuspecting users.

phlebitis

IPA: /fləˈbɪtɪs/

KK: /fləˈbɪtɪs/

noun

Definition: A medical condition where a vein becomes swollen and inflamed, often causing pain and discomfort.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with phlebitis after she complained of pain in her leg.

phlebology

IPA: /flɛˈbɒlədʒi/

KK: /flɛbˈɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: This is a field of medicine that focuses on the study and treatment of veins and their related health issues.

Example: She decided to specialize in phlebology to help patients with vein disorders.

phlebotomist

IPA: //fləˈbɒtəˌmɪst//

KK: /fləˈbɑːtəˌmɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who is trained to take blood from patients for medical tests or donations.

Example: The phlebotomist carefully collected the blood sample from the patient.

phlebotomy

IPA: /fləˈbɒtəmi/

KK: /fləˈbɑtəmi/

noun

Definition: The practice of drawing blood from a vein for medical purposes, such as testing or treatment.

Example: The nurse performed a phlebotomy to collect a blood sample for testing.

phlegmatic

IPA: //flɛɡˈmætɪk//

KK: /flɛɡˈmætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a calm and slow temperament, often showing little emotion or enthusiasm.

Example: Despite the chaos around him, he remained phlegmatic and composed.

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