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Exam: TOEFL

nurse

IPA: /nɜːrs/

KK: /nɜrs/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take nourishment from the breast, typically referring to a baby feeding from its mother.

Example: The baby will nurse for about 20 minutes before falling asleep.

noun

Definition: A person who is trained to take care of sick or injured people, often in a hospital or medical setting.

Example: The nurse helped the doctor during the surgery.

transitive verb

Definition: To take care of someone or something, especially by feeding or nurturing them; to help someone grow or recover.

Example: The mother decided to nurse her baby for several months to ensure he received the best nutrition.

nursing

IPA: /ˈnɜːrsɪŋ/

KK: /ˈnɜrsɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The job or profession of caring for people who are sick or injured, typically in a hospital or healthcare setting.

Example: She has dedicated her life to nursing and helping others recover from illness.

nurturance

IPA: /ˈnɜː.tʃər.əns/

KK: /ˈnɜr.tʃər.əns/

noun

Definition: The act of providing loving care and support to someone or something.

Example: The nurturance of children is essential for their development.

nurturant

IPA: /ˈnɜː.tʃər.ənt/

KK: /ˈnɜr.tʃə.rənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone or something that provides care, support, and encouragement to help others grow or develop.

Example: The nurturant environment in the classroom helped the students thrive.

nurture

IPA: /ˈnɜː.tʃər/

KK: /ˈnɜr.tʃər/

noun

Definition: The care and support given to help someone or something grow and develop.

Example: The nurture of children is essential for their healthy development.

transitive verb

Definition: To take care of someone or something by providing food, support, or education.

Example: Parents often nurture their children by teaching them important life skills.

nut

IPA: /nʌt/

KK: /nʌt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To gather or search for edible seeds from trees or plants, often done by animals or people.

Example: Squirrels nut in the fall to prepare for winter.

noun

Definition: A hard-shelled fruit or seed, often edible, such as almonds or walnuts, or a small metal piece with a hole that fits onto a bolt.

Example: I love snacking on almonds and walnuts, which are both types of nuts.

nutraceutical

IPA: /njuːtrəˈsjuːtɪkəl/

KK: /ˈnjuːtrəˌsjuːtɪkəl/

noun

Definition: A type of food or supplement that is believed to improve health and provide additional benefits beyond basic nutrition.

Example: Many people take nutraceuticals to support their immune system.

nutriceutical

IPA: //njuːtrɪˈsuːtɪkəl//

KK: /nʊˈtrɪsʊtɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to substances that have both nutritional and medicinal benefits.

Example: Many people are turning to nutraceutical products to improve their health.

noun

Definition: A type of product that combines nutrition and pharmaceuticals, often used to promote health and prevent disease.

Example: Many people take nutraceuticals to support their overall health and well-being.

nutrient

IPA: /ˈnjuːtriənt/

KK: /ˈnjuːtriənt/

adjective

Definition: Something that provides nourishment or essential substances for growth and health.

Example: Fruits and vegetables are rich in nutrients that help our bodies stay healthy.

noun

Definition: A substance that provides essential nourishment for growth and health, often found in food.

Example: Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins and other important nutrients.

nutriment

IPA: /ˈnjuːtrɪmənt/

KK: /ˈnjuːtrɪmənt/

noun

Definition: A substance that provides nourishment and supports growth and health.

Example: Fruits and vegetables are important sources of nutriment for a balanced diet.

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