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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

pneumoconiosis

IPA: /ˌnjuːməʊkəˈnəʊsɪs/

KK: /nʊˌmoʊkəˈnoʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: A lung disease caused by breathing in dust, especially from minerals or metals, over a long time.

Example: Workers in certain industries are at risk of developing pneumoconiosis due to dust exposure.

pneumograph

IPA: /ˈnjuːməˌɡrɑːf/

KK: /ˈnjuːməˌɡrɑːf/

noun

Definition: A device that measures and records the movements of the chest while breathing.

Example: The doctor used a pneumograph to monitor the patient's breathing patterns during the test.

pneumonectomy

IPA: /njuːˈmoʊnɛktəmi/

KK: /njuməˈnɛktəmi/

noun

Definition: A surgical procedure to remove all or part of a lung.

Example: The doctor recommended a pneumonectomy to treat the patient's severe lung disease.

pneumonic

IPA: /njuˈmɒnɪk/

KK: /nʊˈmɒnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the lungs or conditions affecting them, especially pneumonia.

Example: The doctor explained that pneumonic symptoms can include coughing and difficulty breathing.

pneumonitis

IPA: /njuːˈmoʊnɪtɪs/

KK: /njuməˈnaɪtɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition characterized by inflammation in the lung tissue, which can cause breathing difficulties and other respiratory issues.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with pneumonitis after reviewing her symptoms and medical history.

pneumothorax

IPA: /njuːməˈθɔːræks/

KK: /njuməˈθɔræks/

noun

Definition: A medical condition where air or gas collects in the space around the lungs, which can happen due to injury or disease, and may cause the lung to collapse.

Example: The doctor diagnosed him with a pneumothorax after he complained of sudden chest pain.

poaching

IPA: /ˈpoʊtʃɪŋ/

KK: /ˈpoʊtʃɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The illegal act of hunting or capturing wild animals, often for their meat or other valuable parts.

Example: Poaching is a serious problem that threatens many endangered species.

verb

Definition: To illegally hunt or catch animals, especially in protected areas.

Example: The organization works hard to stop poaching in national parks.

pococurante

IPA: /ˌpoʊ.kə.kʊˈrɑːn.teɪ/

KK: /pəˌkoʊkəˈrɑnteɪ/

adjective

Definition: Showing a lack of interest or concern; not caring about something.

Example: He remained pococurante about the outcome of the game, showing no excitement or disappointment.

noun

Definition: A person who is indifferent or unconcerned about important matters.

Example: He was such a pococurante that he didn't even notice the chaos around him.

pococurantism

IPA: /ˌpoʊ.kə.kjʊˈræn.tɪ.zəm/

KK: /pəˌkoʊkəˈrænˌtɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A state of being indifferent or unconcerned about important matters; a lack of interest or care.

Example: His pococurantism towards the project led to its failure.

podiatric

IPA: /ˌpoʊdiˈætrɪk/

KK: /pəˈdaɪətrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the medical field that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of foot disorders.

Example: The podiatric specialist recommended new shoes to help with my foot pain.

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