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paramagnet

IPA: /ˈpærəˌmæɡnɪt/

KK: /ˈpærəˌmæɡnɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of material that is attracted to a magnetic field and has unpaired electrons, which allows it to be magnetized in the presence of a magnetic field.

Example: Iron is an example of a paramagnet because it can be attracted to magnets.

paramagnetic

IPA: //ˌpærəˈmæɡnɪk//

KK: /ˌpærəˈmæɡnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing a material that is weakly attracted by a magnet and does not keep its magnetism when the magnetic field is removed.

Example: Aluminum is a paramagnetic material, meaning it is attracted to magnets but does not stay magnetized.

paramagnetism

IPA: /ˌpærəˈmæɡnɪzəm/

KK: /ˌpærəˈmæɡnɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The property of certain materials to become weakly magnetized in the presence of an external magnetic field, aligning their magnetic dipoles temporarily.

Example: Paramagnetism is observed in materials like aluminum and platinum when they are exposed to a magnetic field.

paramecium

IPA: /ˌpærəˈmiːʃiəm/

KK: /ˌpærəˈmiːsiəm/

noun

Definition: A type of single-celled organism found in freshwater, known for its oval shape and a special groove used for feeding.

Example: In biology class, we observed a paramecium under the microscope to learn about its unique structure.

paramedic

IPA: /ˌpærəˈmɛdɪk/

KK: /ˌpærəˈmɛdɪk/

noun

Definition: A person who is trained to provide emergency medical care and assist doctors in treating patients.

Example: The paramedic arrived quickly to help the injured person after the accident.

paramedical

IPA: /ˌpærəˈmɛdɪkəl/

KK: /ˌpærəˈmɛdɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to individuals who are trained to provide emergency medical care or assist doctors in delivering medical services.

Example: The paramedical staff arrived quickly to help the injured at the scene of the accident.

parameter

IPA: /pəˈræmɪtə/

KK: /pəˈræmɪtər/

noun

Definition: A value or factor that helps define a system or set limits for something, often used in mathematics, science, and statistics.

Example: In the experiment, we adjusted the parameters to see how they affected the results.

paramilitary

IPA: //ˌpærəˈmɪlɪˌtɛri//

KK: /ˌpærəˈmɪlɪˌtɛri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a group of civilians who are organized like a military force, often to support or replace regular army troops.

Example: The paramilitary group was called in to assist during the crisis.

noun

Definition: A person who is part of a military organization that is not officially part of the regular armed forces, often operating in a similar way to military troops.

Example: The paramilitary group was involved in various operations across the region.

paramnesia

IPA: /pærˈæm.nə.zi.ə/

KK: /pæˈræmniə/

noun

Definition: A condition where a person's memory is distorted, causing confusion between what is real and what is imagined.

Example: The patient experienced paramnesia, mixing up real events with dreams.

paramount

IPA: /ˈpærəmaʊnt/

KK: /ˈpærəˌmaʊnt/

adjective

Definition: The highest in importance or rank, more significant than anything else.

Example: In this project, safety is paramount to ensure everyone's well-being.

noun

Definition: A person who holds the highest rank or authority in a particular area or organization.

Example: The paramount of the organization made the final decision on the project.

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