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Exam: IELTS

dermatologist

IPA: /ˌdɜːrməˈtɒlədʒɪst/

KK: /dɜrˈmætəˌlɒdʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A medical professional who specializes in diagnosing and treating skin conditions.

Example: I have an appointment with my dermatologist to check a skin rash.

dermatology

IPA: /ˌdɜːrməˈtɑːlədʒi/

KK: /dɚˈmætələdʒi/

noun

Definition: The area of medicine that focuses on the skin, including its health, diseases, and treatments.

Example: She decided to specialize in dermatology to help patients with skin conditions.

dermatome

IPA: /ˈdɜːrməˌtoʊm/

KK: /ˈdɜrməˌtoʊm/

noun

Definition: A specific area of skin that is connected to a single spinal nerve, or a tool used for cutting thin layers of skin for medical purposes.

Example: The doctor explained how the dermatome helps in understanding skin sensations and nerve functions.

dermatomyositis

IPA: /ˌdɜːrməˌtaɪəˈmaɪəsɪtɪs/

KK: /dɜrˌmætəˈmaɪəsɪtɪs/

noun

Definition: A medical condition that causes inflammation in the skin and muscles, leading to weakness and a rash.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with dermatomyositis after she showed symptoms of muscle weakness and a skin rash.

dermatophyte

IPA: /ˌdɜːrməˈtaɪfaɪt/

KK: /dɜrˈmætəˌfaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of fungus that lives on the skin and can cause infections in areas like hair, nails, or skin itself.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a dermatophyte infection on her foot.

dermatosis

IPA: /dɜːrˈməʊtəʊsɪs/

KK: /dɜrˈməʊtəˌsɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition or disease that affects the skin, often without inflammation.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a dermatosis that required special treatment.

dermis

IPA: /ˈdɜːrmɪs/

KK: /ˈdɜrmɪs/

noun

Definition: The layer of skin beneath the outer layer, which contains blood vessels, nerves, and glands.

Example: The dermatologist examined the dermis to check for any signs of damage.

derogate

IPA: //dɪˈrɒɡeɪt//

KK: /dɪˈrɔɡeɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take away from something's value or quality; to detract from a standard or expectation.

Example: His comments did not derogate from her achievements; they only highlighted her hard work.

transitive verb

Definition: To speak about someone or something in a way that shows strong disapproval and makes them seem less important or valuable.

Example: He did not mean to derogate her achievements, but his comments came off as dismissive.

derogation

IPA: /dɪˈrɒɡeɪʃən/

KK: /dɪˈrɔɡeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A situation where someone or something is treated with disrespect or belittled, often by making negative comments or reducing their importance.

Example: The derogation of her achievements made her feel undervalued and unappreciated.

derogative

IPA: /dɪˈrɒɡətɪv/

KK: /dɪˈrɑɡətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that belittles or shows a lack of respect for someone or something.

Example: His comments were derogative and hurtful to the team.

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