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diploblastic

IPA: /dɪˈplɒblæstɪk/

KK: /dɪˈplɒblæstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to organisms that develop from two primary layers of cells during embryonic development, specifically the ectoderm and endoderm, without a middle layer called mesoderm.

Example: Sponges and jellyfish are examples of diploblastic animals that have only two germ layers.

diplococcus

IPA: /ˌdɪpləˈkɒkəs/

KK: /dɪpləˈkɑkəs/

noun

Definition: A type of spherical bacteria that often appear in pairs and can cause diseases like pneumonia.

Example: The doctor identified the infection as being caused by a diplococcus.

diploid

IPA: //ˈdɪp.lɔɪd//

KK: /dɪpˈlɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent, which is typical in many organisms, including humans.

Example: Humans are diploid organisms because they have two sets of chromosomes in their cells.

noun

Definition: A type of organism or cell that has two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent.

Example: Humans are diploid organisms because they have two sets of chromosomes in their cells.

diploidy

IPA: /dɪˈplɔɪdi/

KK: /dɪˈplɔɪdi/

noun

Definition: The condition of having two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent.

Example: In humans, diploidy is the normal state for most cells, containing two sets of chromosomes.

diploma

IPA: /dɪˈpləʊmə/

KK: /dɪˈploʊmə/

noun

Definition: A document that shows someone has completed a course of study or earned a degree from a school or university.

Example: She proudly displayed her diploma on the wall after graduating from college.

diplomacy

IPA: /dɪˈpləʊməsi/

KK: /dɪˈploʊməsi/

noun

Definition: The skill of managing relationships and negotiations between countries or people, often to avoid conflict and promote cooperation.

Example: Effective diplomacy can help resolve international conflicts peacefully.

diplomaed

IPA: /dɪˈploʊməd/

KK: /dɪˈploʊməd/

adjective

Definition: Having completed a course of study and received a diploma, indicating a level of education or qualification.

Example: She is a diplomaed professional in her field, having graduated with honors.

diplomat

IPA: /ˈdɪpləmæt/

KK: /ˈdɪpləˌmæt/

noun

Definition: A person who represents their country in discussions and negotiations with other countries, often using skill and tact to manage relationships.

Example: The diplomat successfully negotiated a peace treaty between the two nations.

diplomate

IPA: /ˈdɪpləˌmeɪt/

KK: /ˈdɪpləˌmeɪt/

noun

Definition: A person who has received a diploma, particularly in the medical field, and is certified as a specialist by a board of examiners.

Example: After years of study and training, she became a diplomate in her medical specialty.

diplomatic

IPA: /ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk/

KK: /ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to managing relationships between countries or being tactful and sensitive when dealing with people.

Example: The ambassador took a diplomatic approach to resolve the conflict between the two nations.

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