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Exam: TOEFL

necropolis

IPA: /nɪˈkrɒpəlɪs/

KK: /nɛˈkrɒpəlɪs/

noun

Definition: A large and often impressive burial place, typically associated with an ancient city.

Example: The archaeologists discovered a necropolis filled with ancient tombs and artifacts.

necropsy

IPA: /nɛˈkrɒpsi/

KK: /nɛˈkrɒpsi/

noun

Definition: A medical examination of a dead animal to determine the cause of death.

Example: The veterinarian performed a necropsy to find out why the animal had died.

verb

Definition: To perform an examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death.

Example: The veterinarian decided to necropsy the animal to find out what had caused its sudden death.

necrose

IPA: /nɪˈkroʊz/

KK: /nɛˈkroʊs/

transitive verb

Definition: To cause tissue to die or decay, often due to a lack of blood flow or infection.

Example: The doctor explained that the injury could necrose if not treated properly.

necrosis

IPA: /nɪˈkroʊsɪs/

KK: /nɪˈkroʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: The death of cells or tissues in a specific area of the body due to injury or disease.

Example: The doctor explained that necrosis can occur after a severe injury to the tissue.

necrotic

IPA: /nɪˈkrɒtɪk/

KK: /nɛˈkrɒtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the death of tissue in the body, often due to injury or disease.

Example: The doctor explained that the necrotic tissue needed to be removed to promote healing.

necrotizing

IPA: /nɛkroʊˈtaɪzɪŋ/

KK: /nɛkroʊtaɪzɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing the death of cells or tissues in the body.

Example: The doctor diagnosed the patient with necrotizing fasciitis, a serious infection that destroys skin and tissue.

verb

Definition: To cause tissue death in a part of the body, often due to infection or lack of blood flow.

Example: The doctor explained that the infection was necrotizing the surrounding tissue.

need

IPA: /niːd/

KK: /nid/

auxiliary verb

Definition: To be required to do something or to have to do something.

Example: You need to finish your homework before going out.

intransitive verb

Definition: To require something because it is essential or important.

Example: I need to finish my homework before I can go out.

noun

Definition: A situation where something is required or wanted, often due to a lack of something essential.

Example: The charity helps people in need by providing food and shelter.

transitive verb

Definition: To require something or feel that something is necessary.

Example: She needs a new phone because her old one is broken.

needed

IPA: /ˈniːdɪd/

KK: /ˈnidɪd/

adjective

Definition: Essential or required for a particular purpose or situation.

Example: The project cannot proceed without the needed resources.

verb

Definition: To require something because it is essential or important.

Example: She needed help with her homework.

needfully

IPA: /ˈniːdfəli/

KK: /nidfəlē/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is necessary or required.

Example: She completed the task needfully to meet the deadline.

neediest

IPA: /ˈniːdiəst/

KK: /ˈnidɪst/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone or something that requires the most help or support compared to others.

Example: The charity focuses on helping the neediest families in the community.

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