IPA: /haɪˈpɒfɪsɪs/
KK: /haɪˈpɒfɪsɪs/
Definition: A small gland located at the base of the brain that produces hormones that control various bodily functions.
Example: The hypophysis plays a crucial role in regulating growth and metabolism.
IPA: /ˌhaɪpoʊpɪtjuˈɛrɪzəm/
KK: /haɪpoʊpɪtjuˈɛrɪzəm/
Definition: A medical condition where the pituitary gland does not produce enough hormones, which can lead to various health issues, including growth problems in children.
Example: The doctor diagnosed her with hypopituitarism after observing her growth issues.
IPA: /ˌhaɪpəˈpleɪziə/
KK: /haɪˈpɒpleɪziə/
Definition: A medical condition where an organ or part of the body does not develop fully, resulting in it being smaller than normal or not fully formed.
Example: The doctor diagnosed her with hypoplasia of the enamel, which caused her teeth to be weaker than usual.
IPA: /haɪˈpɒpləstɪk/
KK: /haɪˈpɒpləstɪk/
Definition: Relating to a condition where an organ or part of the body is underdeveloped or smaller than normal.
Example: The child was diagnosed with a hypoplastic left heart syndrome, which means the left side of the heart is not fully developed.
IPA: /haɪˈpɒp.ni.ə/
KK: /haɪpəʊˈniːə/
Definition: This term refers to a condition where a person breathes more slowly and with less depth than normal, which can affect oxygen intake.
Example: During sleep, he experienced hypopnea, causing him to wake up feeling tired.
IPA: /haɪˈpɒp.i.ɒn/
KK: /haɪˈpɒp.i.ɒn/
Definition: A collection of pus that forms in the front part of the eye, specifically in the space between the cornea and the iris.
Example: The doctor diagnosed the patient with hypopyon after examining the eye.
IPA: //haɪpoʊˈsɛnɪtaɪz//
KK: /haɪpoʊˈsɛnɪtaɪz/
Definition: To reduce the sensitivity of someone or something, especially in relation to allergies or irritants.
Example: The doctor decided to hyposensitize the patient to the allergen to help reduce their reactions.
IPA: //haɪpəˈstoʊm//
KK: /haɪpəˌstoʊm/
Definition: A part located near the mouth of certain insects and arachnids, often serving as an appendage or structure related to feeding.
Example: The hypostome helps the tick attach to its host while feeding.
IPA: /haɪˈpɒstaɪl/
KK: /haɪˈpɒstaɪl/
Definition: Describing a structure that has a roof supported by multiple columns arranged in rows.
Example: The ancient temple featured a hypostyle hall with tall columns.
Definition: A type of building design where the roof is held up by many columns arranged in rows.
Example: The ancient temple featured a grand hypostyle hall with towering columns.
IPA: //haɪpəˈtæktɪk//
KK: /haɪpəˈtæktɪk/
Definition: Relating to a type of sentence structure where clauses are arranged in a subordinate manner, showing a clear relationship between them.
Example: The hypotactic structure of the sentence made it clear how the ideas were connected.
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