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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

thrombosis

IPA: /θrɒmˈboʊsɪs/

KK: /θrɑmˈboʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: The formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel, which can block blood flow.

Example: Doctors diagnosed her with thrombosis after she experienced swelling in her leg.

thrombotic

IPA: /θrɒmˈbɒtɪk/

KK: /θrɑmˈbɑtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with a thrombotic condition that required immediate treatment.

thrombus

IPA: /ˈθrɒmbəs/

KK: /ˈθrɒmbəs/

noun

Definition: A solid mass of blood that forms in a blood vessel or heart chamber, which can block blood flow.

Example: The doctor explained that a thrombus can lead to serious health issues if it obstructs blood circulation.

throng

IPA: /θrɔŋ/

KK: /θrɔŋ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To gather or move together in a large group or crowd.

Example: People began to throng the streets during the festival.

noun

Definition: A large group of people or things that are gathered closely together, often creating a crowded situation.

Example: The throng of fans cheered loudly as the band took the stage.

transitive verb

Definition: To fill a place with a large number of people or things, often moving closely together.

Example: The fans thronged the stadium to see their favorite band perform.

throttling

IPA: /ˈθrɒt.lɪŋ/

KK: /ˈθrɔtəlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of reducing the speed or amount of data that can be transmitted over a network to prevent congestion.

Example: The internet service provider is throttling the connection during peak hours to manage traffic.

verb

Definition: To limit or control the amount of something, often used in the context of reducing speed or power.

Example: The company is throttling the internet speed for users who exceed their data limit.

throughput

IPA: /ˈθruːpʊt/

KK: /ˈθruːpʊt/

noun

Definition: The amount of work or information that can be processed or produced in a given time period.

Example: The network's throughput increased significantly after the upgrade.

thrust

IPA: /θrʌst/

KK: /θrʌst/

intransitive verb

Definition: To push or drive something forward with force, often in a sudden or strong manner.

Example: The knight thrust his sword forward during the battle.

noun

Definition: A strong push or force that moves something forward, often used to describe a sudden or powerful action.

Example: The knight delivered a swift thrust with his sword during the duel.

transitive verb

Definition: To push or drive something with force, often suddenly or violently.

Example: He thrust the door open to let in the fresh air.

thulium

IPA: /ˈθuːliəm/

KK: /ˈθuːliəm/

noun

Definition: A soft, silvery metal that is part of the rare-earth elements, used in various applications including medical x-ray units.

Example: Thulium is used in some medical devices due to its unique properties.

thus

IPA: /θʌs/

KK: /θʌs/

adverb

Definition: In this way or manner; as a result; therefore.

Example: She was late to the meeting; thus, she missed the important discussion.

thwart

IPA: /θwɔrt/

KK: /θwɔrt/

adjective

Definition: Not correct or appropriate; often used to describe something that opposes or prevents progress.

Example: His thwart attitude made it difficult for the team to move forward with the project.

adverb

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: N/A

noun

Definition: A seat that goes across a boat, where a rower can sit.

Example: The rowers took their positions on the thwart to begin the race.

transitive verb

Definition: To stop someone from doing something or to prevent something from happening.

Example: The heavy rain thwarted our plans for a picnic.

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