IPA: /ˈɛfədriːn/
KK: /ɛfɛdrɪn/
Definition: A white, odorless substance that comes from certain plants or can be made in a lab. It is used to help treat breathing problems like asthma and allergies.
Example: The doctor prescribed ephedrine to help relieve my asthma symptoms.
IPA: /ɪˈfɛmərəl/
KK: /ɪˈfɛmərəl/
Definition: Something that lasts for a very short time or only for a day.
Example: The beauty of the sunset was ephemeral, fading away within minutes.
Definition: A thing that lasts for a very short time, often used to describe fleeting moments or temporary experiences.
IPA: /ɪˈfɛmərəli/
KK: /ɪˈfɛmərəli/
Definition: In a way that lasts for a very short time; fleeting or temporary.
Example: The flowers bloomed ephemerally, only lasting a few days before wilting.
IPA: /ˈɛpɪˌblæst/
KK: /ˈɛpɪˌblæst/
Definition: The outer layer of a developing embryo that eventually forms the skin and nervous system.
Example: During early development, the epiblast plays a crucial role in forming the ectoderm.
IPA: /ˈɛpɪk/
KK: /ˈɛpɪk/
Definition: Impressive and grand in scale or quality, often used to describe something that is heroic or extraordinary.
Example: The movie was an epic tale of adventure and bravery.
Definition: A long story or poem that tells about the adventures and achievements of a hero or significant events, often in a grand style.
Example: Homer's 'The Iliad' is one of the most famous epics in literature.
IPA: /ˈɛpɪkli/
KK: /ˈɛpɪkli/
Definition: In a way that is grand, impressive, or heroic, often used to describe something that is extraordinary or remarkable.
Example: The movie was epically entertaining, with stunning visuals and a captivating story.
IPA: /ˌɛpɪˈkɑːrdɪəl/
KK: /ˌɛpɪˈkɑrdɪəl/
Definition: Relating to the outer layer of the heart that covers the heart muscle.
Example: The surgeon carefully examined the epicardial layer during the operation.
IPA: //ˌɛpɪˈkɑːrdiəm//
KK: /ˈɛpɪˌkɑrdɪəm/
Definition: The inner layer of the protective membrane surrounding the heart that is in direct contact with its surface.
Example: The surgeon carefully examined the epicardium during the heart surgery.
IPA: /ˈɛpɪsiːn/
KK: /ˈɛpɪsiːn/
Definition: Describing something that has characteristics of both genders or is neutral in gender; it can refer to language that uses one form for both male and female.
Example: The epicene term used in the document was inclusive of all genders.
Definition: A word that has no gender or can refer to both male and female, often used in linguistics.
Example: The word 'person' is considered epicene because it can refer to anyone, regardless of gender.
IPA: /ˈɛpɪˌsiːnɪzəm/
KK: /ˈɛpɪˌsiːnɪzəm/
Definition: Relating to a word or form that is used for both males and females, or having characteristics of both sexes.
Example: The use of epicene terms in language helps promote gender neutrality.
Definition: A word that has no specific gender or can refer to both male and female.
Example: In linguistics, 'person' is an example of an epicenism because it can refer to anyone regardless of gender.
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