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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

deoxy

IPA: //diˈɒksi//

KK: /diˈɑksi/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a compound that has one less oxygen atom than the compound it is based on, usually by replacing a hydroxyl group with a hydrogen atom.

Example: Deoxy sugars are important in the structure of DNA.

deoxygenate

IPA: /diˈɒksɪdʒəneɪt/

KK: /diˈɒksɪdʒəneɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To take away or remove oxygen from a substance, especially a liquid like water.

Example: The process of deoxygenating water is important for certain types of fish to survive.

deoxygenated

IPA: /diˈɒksɪdʒəneɪtɪd/

KK: /diˈɒksɪdʒəneɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Referring to blood or other substances that have lost oxygen and are in a state that is low in oxygen content.

Example: The deoxygenated blood returns to the heart to be re-oxygenated.

verb

Definition: To remove oxygen from something, often used in a scientific context, such as blood or water.

Example: The blood becomes deoxygenated as it passes through the lungs.

deoxygenation

IPA: /diˌɒksɪdʒəˈneɪʃən/

KK: /diˌɒksɪdʒəˈneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of removing oxygen from a substance or environment.

Example: Deoxygenation of the water can lead to harmful effects on aquatic life.

deoxyribose

IPA: //diˈɒksɪˌraɪboʊs//

KK: /diˈɒksɪˌraɪboʊs/

noun

Definition: A type of sugar that is an important part of DNA, helping to form its structure.

Example: Deoxyribose is essential for the formation of DNA molecules in living organisms.

depauperate

IPA: /dɪˈpɔːpəreɪt/

KK: /dɪˈpɔːpərɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is lacking in growth, development, or richness, often appearing stunted or impoverished.

Example: The depauperate landscape showed little sign of life or diversity.

dependability

IPA: /dɪˌpɛndəˈbɪləti/

KK: /dɪˈpɛndəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being reliable and trustworthy, so that others can count on you or something to perform as expected.

Example: Her dependability makes her a great team member.

dependableness

IPA: /dɪˈpɛndəblnəs/

KK: /dɪˈpɛndəblnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being reliable and trustworthy; the ability to be counted on to do what is expected or promised.

Example: Her dependableness makes her a great team member who everyone can rely on.

dependance

IPA: /dɪˈpɛndəns/

KK: /dɪˈpɛndəns/

noun

Definition: A state of relying on or needing someone or something for support or help.

Example: Her dependence on her parents made it difficult for her to live independently.

dependence

IPA: /dɪˈpɛndəns/

KK: /dɪˈpɛndəns/

noun

Definition: A state where someone relies on or needs something or someone else for support or help.

Example: Her dependence on coffee made it hard for her to function without it.

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