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Exam: IELTS

polycythemic

IPA: /ˌpɒlɪˈsaɪθɛmɪk/

KK: /pɑːlɪˈsaɪθɛmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a condition where there is an increased number of red blood cells in the blood.

Example: The doctor diagnosed him as polycythemic after reviewing his blood test results.

polydactyl

IPA: /ˌpɒlɪˈdæktɪl/

KK: /pɑˈlɪdæktɪl/

adjective

Definition: Having more than the usual number of fingers or toes.

Example: The polydactyl cat had an extra toe on each paw.

noun

Definition: A person or an animal that has more fingers or toes than usual.

Example: The polydactyl cat had six toes on each paw.

polydactyly

IPA: /ˌpɒlɪˈdæktɪli/

KK: /pɑːlɪˈdæktɪli/

noun

Definition: A condition where a person has more than the usual number of fingers or toes.

Example: The child was born with polydactyly, having six fingers on one hand.

polydipsia

IPA: /ˌpɒlɪˈdɪpsɪə/

KK: /pɑːlɪˈdɪpsɪə/

noun

Definition: A condition characterized by an excessive or abnormal feeling of thirst.

Example: After running the marathon, she experienced polydipsia and drank several bottles of water.

polydrug

IPA: /ˈpɒlɪdrʌg/

KK: /ˈpɑlɪˌdrʌg/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or involving the use of several different drugs at the same time.

Example: The study focused on the effects of polydrug use among teenagers.

polyelectrolyte

IPA: /ˌpɒliˈɛktrəˌlaɪt/

KK: /ˌpɑliˈɛktrəˌlaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of electrolyte that consists of long chains of molecules, often proteins or polysaccharides, which can carry an electric charge in solution.

Example: Polyelectrolytes are used in various applications, including water treatment and drug delivery.

polyene

IPA: //ˈpɒliːˌiːn//

KK: /ˈpɒliˌiːn/

noun

Definition: A type of organic compound that has multiple double bonds in its structure, typically found in long chains of carbon atoms.

Example: The chemist studied the properties of polyenes to understand their reactivity.

polyethylene

IPA: /ˌpɒliˈɛθəliːn/

KK: /ˌpɑːliˈɛθəˌliːn/

noun

Definition: A type of plastic made from the polymerization of ethylene, commonly used for making containers, kitchen items, and packaging materials.

Example: The grocery store uses polyethylene bags for customers to carry their purchases.

polygamist

IPA: /pəˈlɪɡəmɪst/

KK: /pəˈlɪgəmɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who has more than one spouse at the same time.

Example: In some cultures, a polygamist may have multiple wives or husbands.

polygamous

IPA: /pəˈlɪɡəməs/

KK: /pəˈlɪɡəməs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a relationship where a person has more than one spouse or partner at the same time.

Example: In some cultures, being polygamous is accepted and practiced openly.

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