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Exam: IELTS

deworm

IPA: /dɪˈwɜːrm/

KK: /diˈwɜrm/

transitive verb

Definition: To remove worms from an animal's body, usually for health reasons.

Example: The veterinarian will deworm the puppy to ensure it is healthy.

dexterity

IPA: /dɛkˈstɛrɪti/

KK: /dɛkˈstɛrɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability to move your hands or body quickly and skillfully, or to think and understand things easily.

Example: The artist showed great dexterity in her painting, creating intricate details with ease.

dexterous

IPA: /ˈdɛk.stər.əs/

KK: /ˈdɛkstəˌrəs/

adjective

Definition: Having skill and ability in using your hands or mind to do something well.

Example: The artist is very dexterous, creating beautiful sculptures with ease.

dexterously

IPA: /ˈdɛkstəˌrəsli/

KK: /ˈdɛkstəˌrəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows skill and ability, especially in using the hands or body.

Example: She dexterously handled the delicate instruments during the surgery.

dexterousness

IPA: /ˈdɛkstəˌrəsnəs/

KK: /ˈdɛkstəˌrəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being skillful and quick in using the hands or body.

Example: Her dexterousness allowed her to play the piano beautifully.

dextran

IPA: //ˈdɛkstræn//

KK: /ˈdɛkstrən/

noun

Definition: A type of long-chain sugar molecule made from glucose, used in food products, medical applications, and as a thickening agent.

Example: Dextran is often used in medical treatments to help increase blood volume.

dextrose

IPA: //ˈdɛkstroʊs//

KK: /ˈdɛkstroʊs/

noun

Definition: A type of sugar that is a form of glucose, often used in food and medical products.

Example: Dextrose is commonly used in sports drinks to provide quick energy.

dextrous

IPA: /ˈdɛkstrəs/

KK: /ˈdɛkstrəs/

adjective

Definition: Having skill and grace in using the hands or body; able to perform tasks with precision and ease.

Example: She is very dextrous, able to play the piano beautifully and perform intricate hand movements.

diabetes

IPA: /ˌdaɪəˈbiːtiːz/

KK: /daɪəˈbiːtɪs/

noun

Definition: A medical condition where the body cannot properly use sugar, leading to high levels of sugar in the blood and causing symptoms like increased thirst and frequent urination.

Example: My doctor diagnosed me with diabetes after I reported my symptoms.

diabetic

IPA: /ˌdaɪəˈbɛtɪk/

KK: /daɪəˈbɛtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or affected by a condition called diabetes, which affects how the body processes sugar.

Example: The doctor recommended a diabetic diet to help manage her blood sugar levels.

noun

Definition: A person who has a medical condition that affects how the body uses sugar.

Example: My friend is a diabetic and needs to monitor his blood sugar levels regularly.

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