IPA: /ˌdɜːrməˈtɒlədʒɪst/
KK: /dɜrˈmætəˌlɒdʒɪst/
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.
IPA: /ˌdɜːrməˈtɑːlədʒi/
KK: /dɚˈmætələdʒi/
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.
IPA: /ˈdɜːrməˌtoʊm/
KK: /ˈdɜrməˌtoʊm/
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.
IPA: /ˌdɜːrməˌtaɪəˈmaɪəsɪtɪs/
KK: /dɜrˌmætəˈmaɪəsɪtɪs/
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.
IPA: /ˌdɜːrməˈtaɪfaɪt/
KK: /dɜrˈmætəˌfaɪt/
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.
IPA: /dɜːrˈməʊtəʊsɪs/
KK: /dɜrˈməʊtəˌsɪs/
Definition: A condition or disease that affects the skin, often without inflammation.
Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a dermatosis that required special treatment.
IPA: /ˈdɜːrmɪs/
KK: /ˈdɜrmɪs/
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.
IPA: //dɪˈrɒɡeɪt//
KK: /dɪˈrɔɡeɪt/
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.
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.
IPA: /dɪˈrɒɡeɪʃən/
KK: /dɪˈrɔɡeɪʃən/
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.
IPA: /dɪˈrɒɡətɪv/
KK: /dɪˈrɑɡətɪv/
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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