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nasogastric

IPA: //ˌneɪzoʊˈɡæstrɪk//

KK: /næzoʊˈɡæstrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to both the nose and the stomach, often used in medical contexts to describe procedures involving a tube inserted through the nose into the stomach.

Example: The doctor recommended a nasogastric tube for the patient to help with feeding.

nasopharyngeal

IPA: /ˌneɪzoʊˈfɛrɪndʒiəl/

KK: /næsəˈfɛrɪndʒiəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the upper part of the throat that connects the nose and mouth.

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

nasopharynx

IPA: //ˌneɪzoʊˈfɛrɪŋks//

KK: /næsəˈfɛrɪŋks/

noun

Definition: The area of the throat located above the soft palate that connects to the nasal passages.

Example: The doctor examined the patient's nasopharynx to check for any signs of infection.

nastier

IPA: //ˈnæstiər//

KK: /ˈnæstiər/

adjective

Definition: More unpleasant, offensive, or disgusting than something else.

Example: The weather today is nastier than it was yesterday.

nastily

IPA: /ˈnæstɪli/

KK: /ˈnæs.tɪ.li/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is unpleasant, mean, or offensive.

Example: She spoke nastily to her friend after the argument.

nasty

IPA: /ˈnæsti/

KK: /ˈnæsti/

adjective

Definition: Something that is very unpleasant, dirty, or offensive. It can also refer to something that is difficult to deal with or causes harm.

Example: The weather was nasty, with heavy rain and strong winds.

noun

Definition: A person or thing that is unpleasant, offensive, or disgusting.

Example: The nasty left a bad impression on everyone at the party.

natality

IPA: /nəˈteɪləti/

KK: /nəˈteɪləti/

noun

Definition: The number of live births in a specific population during a certain time period, often expressed as a rate per thousand people.

Example: The natality rate in the country has increased over the last decade.

natation

IPA: /nəˈteɪʃən/

KK: /nəˈteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act or skill of moving through water by using the arms and legs.

Example: She has always enjoyed natation and spends every summer at the pool.

nation

IPA: /ˈneɪʃən/

KK: /ˈneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A large group of people who share common customs, history, and often language, usually organized under a single government; a country.

Example: The nation celebrated its independence day with parades and fireworks.

national

IPA: /ˈnæʃənl/

KK: /ˈnæʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a specific country or nation, often in terms of its government, culture, or identity.

Example: The national flag represents the values and history of the country.

noun

Definition: A person who belongs to a specific country and has certain rights and responsibilities there.

Example: As a national of Canada, she has the right to vote in elections.

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