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Exam: IELTS

respiration

IPA: /ˌrɛspəˈreɪʃən/

KK: /ˌrɛspəˈreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process by which living organisms take in oxygen and release carbon dioxide, often involving breathing.

Example: Respiration is essential for all living beings to produce energy.

respirator

IPA: /ˈrɛspəˌreɪtə/

KK: /ˈrɛspəˌreɪtər/

noun

Definition: A device that helps people breathe by providing oxygen or filtering the air they inhale, often used in medical situations or to protect against harmful substances.

Example: The doctor put a respirator on the patient to help them breathe better during the surgery.

respiratory

IPA: /ˌrɛspəˈrɑtəri/

KK: /rɛspəˈrɑtəri/

adjective

Definition: Related to the process of breathing or the organs involved in breathing.

Example: The doctor explained how respiratory issues can affect overall health.

respire

IPA: /rɪˈspaɪə/

KK: /rɪˈspaɪər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To breathe in and out, taking air into the lungs and releasing it.

Example: After running for a while, I needed to respire deeply to catch my breath.

transitive verb

Definition: To breathe in and out, taking air into the lungs and releasing it.

Example: During the yoga class, we learned how to respire deeply and calmly.

respirometer

IPA: /rɛsˈpaɪrəˌmɛtər/

KK: /rɛsˈpaɪrəmɪtər/

noun

Definition: A device used to measure how much air a person breathes in and out, often used in medical or scientific settings to study breathing patterns.

Example: The doctor used a respirometer to check the patient's lung function during the examination.

respirometric

IPA: //ˌrɛspaɪrəˈmɛtrɪk//

KK: /rɛsˈpaɪrəˌmɛtrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Connected to the measurement of breathing or respiration rates.

Example: The respirometric analysis showed a significant increase in lung capacity after the treatment.

respirometry

IPA: /rɛsˈpaɪrəˌmɛtri/

KK: /rɛsˈpaɪrəmətri/

noun

Definition: A method used to measure the rate of metabolism by analyzing the amount of oxygen consumed and carbon dioxide produced.

Example: The researchers used respirometry to study the metabolic rates of different species.

respite

IPA: /ˈrɛspɪt/

KK: /ˈrɛspɪt/

adjective

Definition: A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant.

Example: After a long week of work, I took a brief respite to relax and recharge.

noun

Definition: A short break or pause from something difficult or unpleasant, providing relief or rest.

Example: After a long day of work, I took a brief respite to relax before dinner.

transitive verb

Definition: To delay or postpone something, giving a break or pause from it.

Example: The teacher decided to respite the exam until next week due to the weather conditions.

resplendent

IPA: /rɪ'splɛndənt/

KK: /rɪ'splɛndənt/

adjective

Definition: Having a brilliant or dazzling appearance; shining brightly and beautifully.

Example: The garden was resplendent with colorful flowers in full bloom.

resplendently

IPA: /rɪˈsplɛndəntli/

KK: /rɪˈsplɛndəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is very bright, colorful, and attractive; shining brilliantly.

Example: The garden was resplendently adorned with flowers of every color.

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