IPA: /səˈmætəˌmiːdɪn/
KK: /səˈmætəˌmɪdɪn/
Definition: A type of peptide made in the liver that helps promote growth in bones and cartilage when stimulated by growth hormone.
Example: Somatomedin plays a crucial role in the growth process by affecting cartilage cells.
IPA: /səˈmætəˌplʊr/
KK: /səˈmætəplʊr/
Definition: A layer of cells in the developing embryo of craniate vertebrates, made from mesoderm and ectoderm, which forms part of the internal body wall and contributes to structures like the amnion and chorion.
Example: The somatopleure plays a crucial role in the development of the embryo in vertebrates.
IPA: /ˌsɒməʊtəˈsɛn.sər.i/
KK: /səˌmætəˈsɛnʃəri/
Definition: Relating to the ability to feel sensations from the skin and internal organs, such as touch, pain, and temperature.
Example: The somatosensory system helps us understand what we are feeling on our skin.
IPA: /ˌsoʊməˈtɑːstəˌtɪn/
KK: /səˈmætəˌstætɪn/
Definition: A type of hormone made by the body that helps control the release of other hormones, especially those related to growth and metabolism.
Example: Somatostatin plays a crucial role in regulating insulin and glucagon levels in the body.
IPA: //səˈmætəˌtroʊfɪn//
KK: /səˈmætəˌtroʊfɪn/
Definition: A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates growth and cell reproduction in humans and other animals.
Example: Somatotrophin plays a crucial role in growth and development during childhood.
IPA: //səˈmætəˌtroʊpɪn//
KK: /səˈmætəˌtroʊpɪn/
Definition: A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and cell regeneration in humans and other animals.
Example: Somatotropin is essential for normal growth and development in children.
IPA: /səˈmætəˌtaɪp/
KK: /səˈmætəˌtaɪp/
Definition: The physical structure or build of a person, particularly in relation to specific body types such as ectomorph, endomorph, or mesomorph.
Example: The trainer assessed her somatotype to create a personalized fitness plan.
IPA: /ˈsɒm.bər/
KK: /ˈsɑm.bɚ/
Definition: Having a dark or dull color; serious and sad in mood.
Example: The somber atmosphere at the funeral made everyone feel heavy-hearted.
IPA: /ˈsɒmbər/
KK: /ˈsɑːmbər/
Definition: Having a dark or dull color; serious and sad in mood or appearance.
Example: The sky was somberer than usual, hinting at an approaching storm.
IPA: /ˈsɒmbərɪst/
KK: /ˈsɑːmbərɪst/
Definition: The most serious, dark, or gloomy in mood or appearance.
Example: The somberest moment of the ceremony was when they remembered those who had passed away.
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