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heterograft

IPA: /ˈhɛtərəʊɡræft/

KK: /ˈhɛtərəˌgræft/

noun

Definition: A type of tissue transplant where the tissue comes from a different species than the one receiving it.

Example: The surgeon used a heterograft to repair the damaged tissue in the patient.

heterokaryon

IPA: /ˌhɛtəroʊˈkɛriən/

KK: /hɛtəroʊˈkɛriən/

noun

Definition: A type of cell that has two or more nuclei that are genetically different from each other.

Example: In certain fungi, a heterokaryon can form when two different strains fuse together.

heterokaryotic

IPA: /ˌhɛtəroʊˈkɛriˌɑtɪk/

KK: /hɛtərəˈkɛriˌɑtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to cells that have two or more genetically different nuclei within the same cell.

Example: The research focused on heterokaryotic cells to understand genetic diversity.

heteronomy

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒnəmi/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɑnəmi/

noun

Definition: The state of being controlled or influenced by something outside oneself, often referring to a lack of independence or self-governance.

Example: The community experienced heteronomy as it was governed by foreign laws.

heteronym

IPA: /ˈhɛtəˌrɪn/

KK: /ˈhɛtəˌrɪn/

noun

Definition: A word that is spelled the same as another word but has a different meaning and is pronounced differently.

Example: The word 'lead' can be a heteronym; it can mean to guide someone or refer to a type of metal.

heterophil

IPA: /ˈhɛtəroʊfɪl/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɒfɪl/

noun

Definition: A type of white blood cell that responds to foreign substances in the body, particularly in allergic reactions and infections.

Example: Heterophils play a crucial role in the immune response by attacking bacteria and other pathogens.

heterosexism

IPA: /ˌhɛtəroʊˈsɛksɪzəm/

KK: /hɛtəroʊˈsɛksɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A belief or attitude that assumes heterosexuality is the only normal sexual orientation, often leading to discrimination against those who are not heterosexual.

Example: Heterosexism can create an unwelcoming environment for LGBTQ+ individuals.

heterosexist

IPA: //ˌhɛtəroʊˈsɛkst//

KK: /ˈhɛtəroʊˌsɛkst/

noun

Definition: A person who believes that heterosexuality is the only acceptable sexual orientation and often discriminates against those who are not heterosexual.

Example: The heterosexist attitudes in some communities can make it difficult for LGBTQ+ individuals to feel accepted.

heterosexually

IPA: /ˌhɛtəroʊˈsɛkʃuəli/

KK: /hɛtəroʊsɛkʃuəli/

adjective

Definition: In a way that relates to or involves sexual attraction between people of the opposite sex.

Example: They expressed their feelings heterosexually, showing their attraction to each other.

heterospory

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒspəri/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɒspəri/

noun

Definition: The state of producing two different types of spores, typically microspores and megaspores, which is common in certain plants.

Example: Heterospory is an important adaptation in the evolution of seed plants.

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