IPA: /ˌænəˈbeɪsɪs/
KK: /əˈnæbəsɪs/
Definition: A military journey or advance, especially one that involves a difficult retreat, often used to describe the Greek expedition led by Cyrus the Younger in ancient times.
Example: The anabasis of the Greek mercenaries was a challenging journey back home after their defeat.
IPA: /ˌænəˈbætɪk/
KK: /əˈnæbətɪk/
Definition: Relating to winds or air currents that move upward.
Example: The anabatic winds helped the gliders gain altitude effortlessly.
IPA: /əˈnæbəlɪk/
KK: /əˈnæbəlɪk/
Definition: Relating to the process in the body that builds up tissues and organs, often associated with muscle growth.
Example: The athlete followed an anabolic diet to enhance muscle development.
Definition: A substance that promotes growth and increases muscle mass in the body.
Example: Athletes sometimes use anabolic substances to enhance their performance.
IPA: /əˈnæbəlɪzəm/
KK: /əˈnæbəlɪzəm/
Definition: The process in the body where simple substances are built up into more complex materials, which are necessary for growth and repair of tissues.
Example: Anabolism is essential for muscle growth and recovery after exercise.
IPA: /əˈnækrəˌnɪzəm/
KK: /əˈnækrəˌnɪzəm/
Definition: A person, event, or thing that is placed in the wrong time period, especially something that belongs to an earlier time than the one being discussed.
Example: The use of a typewriter in a modern office is an anachronism.
IPA: //əˌnækrəˈnɪstɪk//
KK: /əˌnækrəˈnɪstɪk/
Definition: Describing something that is out of its proper time period, often referring to something that belongs to an earlier time but is mistakenly placed in a later context.
Example: The film was criticized for its anachronistic costumes that did not match the historical period it was set in.
IPA: /ˌænəˈklaɪtɪk/
KK: /ˌænəˈklaɪtɪk/
Definition: Relating to a strong emotional dependence on another person, often for support or fulfillment of basic needs.
Example: The child showed anaclitic behavior, seeking comfort from his mother whenever he felt scared.
IPA: /əˈnædrəməs/
KK: /əˈnædrəməs/
Definition: Referring to fish that travel from the ocean to freshwater rivers to reproduce.
Example: Salmon are anadromous fish that return to their birthplace to spawn.
IPA: /əˈniːmiə/
KK: /əˈniːmiə/
Definition: A medical condition where there is a lower than normal number of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, leading to fatigue and weakness.
Example: The doctor diagnosed her with anaemia after she reported feeling unusually tired.
IPA: /əˈniːmɪk/
KK: /əˈniːmɪk/
Definition: Having a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, which can cause weakness and fatigue.
Example: The doctor said she was anaemic and needed to eat more iron-rich foods.
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