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Exam: IELTS

masterstroke

IPA: /ˈmæstəˌstroʊk/

KK: /ˈmæstərˌstroʊk/

noun

Definition: A brilliant or skillful action that shows great ability or expertise, often leading to success.

Example: The artist's latest painting was a masterstroke that captivated everyone who saw it.

mastery

IPA: /ˈmæstəri/

KK: /ˈmæstəri/

noun

Definition: Complete control or skill in a particular area or subject.

Example: His mastery of the piano allowed him to perform complex pieces effortlessly.

masthead

IPA: /ˈmæstˌhɛd/

KK: /ˈmæstˌhɛd/

noun

Definition: The top part of a mast on a ship or the title section of a newspaper or magazine that shows its name and important information.

Example: The masthead of the magazine displayed the title and the names of the editors.

masticate

IPA: //ˈmæstɪkeɪt//

KK: /ˈmæstɪˌkeɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To chew food thoroughly before swallowing it.

Example: It is important to masticate your food well to aid digestion.

transitive verb

Definition: To chew food thoroughly before swallowing it.

Example: It is important to masticate your food well to aid digestion.

mastication

IPA: //ˌmæstəˈkeɪʃən//

KK: /mæstəˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of chewing food in order to break it down into smaller pieces for easier digestion.

Example: Mastication is an important part of the digestive process, as it helps to prepare food for swallowing.

masticatory

IPA: //mæsˈtɪkəˌtɔri//

KK: /mæstɪˈkeɪtəri/

adjective

Definition: Related to the process of chewing or the muscles involved in chewing.

Example: The masticatory muscles help us break down food in our mouths.

noun

Definition: A substance that is chewed to help produce more saliva, often used for medicinal purposes.

Example: The dentist recommended a masticatory to help with my dry mouth.

mastigophoran

IPA: //mæˈstɪɡəˌfɔːrən//

KK: /mæsˈtɪgəˌfɔrən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a group of single-celled organisms that have whip-like structures for movement.

Example: The mastigophoran organisms are often found in aquatic environments.

noun

Definition: A type of single-celled organism that has one or more whip-like structures called flagella, which help it move. These organisms are often found in water and can be classified as protozoans or sometimes as algae.

Example: The mastigophoran moved swiftly through the water using its flagella.

mastitis

IPA: /mæˈstaɪtɪs/

KK: /mæ'staɪtɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition where the breast or udder becomes swollen and painful, often due to an infection.

Example: The veterinarian diagnosed the cow with mastitis after noticing swelling in her udder.

mastoid

IPA: //ˈmæstɔɪd//

KK: /ˈmæstɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a bony part of the skull located behind the ear, known as the mastoid process.

Example: The doctor examined the mastoid area for any signs of infection.

noun

Definition: A bony prominence located behind the ear, part of the skull that helps support the structure of the head.

Example: The doctor examined the mastoid area for any signs of infection.

mastoidectomy

IPA: //mæˈstɔɪdɛk.tə.mi//

KK: /mæˈstɔɪdɛktəmi/

noun

Definition: A surgical procedure that involves removing the mastoid cells or part of the mastoid bone, usually to treat infections or other medical conditions.

Example: The doctor recommended a mastoidectomy to address the chronic ear infection.

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