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Exam: IELTS

pediatrician

IPA: /ˌpiːdiəˈtrɪʃən/

KK: /ˌpiːdiəˈtrɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A doctor who takes care of children and their health.

Example: The pediatrician recommended that my son get his vaccinations.

pediatrics

IPA: /ˌpiːdiˈætrɪks/

KK: /ˌpɛdiˈætrɪks/

noun

Definition: This is a field of medicine focused on the health and medical care of babies and children, including their growth, development, and treatment of illnesses.

Example: She decided to specialize in pediatrics to help children stay healthy.

pediatrist

IPA: //ˈpɛdiətrɪst//

KK: /ˈpɛdiətrɪst/

noun

Definition: A medical doctor who specializes in the care and treatment of children.

Example: The pediatrist examined the young patient for any signs of illness.

pedicab

IPA: /ˈpɛdɪˌkæb/

KK: /ˈpɛdɪˌkæb/

noun

Definition: A small three-wheeled vehicle designed for carrying passengers, where a driver pedals at the front and passengers sit in a covered compartment at the back.

Example: We took a pedicab to the festival, enjoying the ride through the busy streets.

pediculosis

IPA: /ˌpɛdɪkjuˈloʊsɪs/

KK: /pɛˌdɪk.jʊˈloʊ.sɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition caused by an infestation of lice on the body or scalp.

Example: The school nurse checked for pediculosis among the students after several complaints of itching.

pediculous

IPA: /pəˈdɪkjələs/

KK: /pɛˈdɪkjələs/

adjective

Definition: Having lice or being infested with lice.

Example: The pediculous condition of the child's hair required immediate treatment.

pediment

IPA: /ˈpɛdɪmənt/

KK: /ˈpɛdɪmənt/

noun

Definition: A triangular architectural feature that is often found at the top of a building, resembling a gable, and can also refer to a gently sloping rock surface in geology.

Example: The ancient temple was adorned with a beautifully carved pediment that depicted scenes from mythology.

pedlar

IPA: /ˈpɛdlər/

KK: /ˈpɛdlər/

noun

Definition: A person who sells goods, often traveling from place to place to sell their products directly to customers.

Example: The pedlar walked through the village, offering handmade crafts to the residents.

pedogenesis

IPA: /ˌpɛdəˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/

KK: /pɛdəˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/

noun

Definition: The process by which soil is formed and developed over time.

Example: Pedogenesis is essential for understanding how different types of soil are created and maintained.

pedogenic

IPA: /ˌpɛdəˈdʒɛnɪk/

KK: /pɛdəˈdʒɛnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the processes that affect the formation and development of soil.

Example: The pedogenic processes in this region have created rich, fertile soil.

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