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Exam: IELTS

henceforward

IPA: /ˈhɛnsˌfɔrwərd/

KK: /hɛnsˈfɔrwərd/

adverb

Definition: From this time on; from now on.

Example: The rules will apply henceforward, so everyone must follow them.

henotheism

IPA: /ˈhɛnəˌθiːɪzəm/

KK: /hɛnəˈθizəm/

noun

Definition: The belief in one god while accepting that other gods may exist.

Example: In some cultures, henotheism allows followers to worship a single deity while acknowledging the presence of others.

henotheist

IPA: /ˈhɛnəˌθiɪst/

KK: /hɛnəˈθiːɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who believes in and worships one god without denying the existence of other gods.

Example: As a henotheist, she dedicated her prayers to a single deity while acknowledging the presence of others.

heparin

IPA: /ˈhɛpərɪn/

KK: /ˈhɛpərɪn/

noun

Definition: A substance found in the body that helps prevent blood from clotting, often used in medicine to treat blood clots.

Example: The doctor prescribed heparin to prevent blood clots after the surgery.

heparinized

IPA: /hɛpəˈraɪnɪzd/

KK: /hɛpəˈraɪnɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Treated with a substance that prevents blood clotting, known as heparin.

Example: The patient was given heparinized blood during the surgery to prevent clotting.

verb

Definition: To treat or mix with heparin, a substance that prevents blood from clotting.

Example: The blood samples were heparinized to ensure accurate test results.

hepatectomized

IPA: /hɛpəˈtɛk.tə.maɪzd/

KK: /hɛpəˈtɛk tə maɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a person or animal that has had a surgical procedure to remove part or all of the liver.

Example: The hepatectomized patient required careful monitoring after the surgery.

hepatectomy

IPA: /hɛpəˈtɛkəmi/

KK: /hɛpəˈtɛkəmi/

noun

Definition: A surgical procedure to remove all or part of the liver.

Example: The doctor recommended a hepatectomy to treat the patient's liver disease.

hepatic

IPA: /hɪˈpætɪk/

KK: /hɪˈpætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the liver or having characteristics of the liver.

Example: The doctor explained that hepatic function is crucial for overall health.

noun

Definition: A substance or drug that has an effect on the liver.

Example: The doctor prescribed a hepatic medication to help with the patient's liver condition.

hepatitis

IPA: /ˌhɛpəˈtaɪtɪs/

KK: /hɛpəˈtaɪtɪs/

noun

Definition: A medical condition where the liver becomes inflamed, often due to infection or toxins, leading to symptoms like jaundice, fever, and abdominal pain.

Example: Hepatitis can be caused by viruses, alcohol, or certain medications.

hepatocellular

IPA: /ˌhɛp.ə.toʊˈsɛl.jə.lər/

KK: /hɛpəˈtoʊsɛljələr/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the cells found in the liver.

Example: The doctor explained that hepatocellular damage can lead to serious health issues.

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