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paramecium

IPA: /ˌpærəˈmiːʃiəm/

KK: /ˌpærəˈmiːsiəm/

noun

Definition: A type of single-celled organism found in freshwater, known for its oval shape and a special groove used for feeding.

Example: In biology class, we observed a paramecium under the microscope to learn about its unique structure.

paramedic

IPA: /ˌpærəˈmɛdɪk/

KK: /ˌpærəˈmɛdɪk/

noun

Definition: A person who is trained to provide emergency medical care and assist doctors in treating patients.

Example: The paramedic arrived quickly to help the injured person after the accident.

paramedical

IPA: /ˌpærəˈmɛdɪkəl/

KK: /ˌpærəˈmɛdɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to individuals who are trained to provide emergency medical care or assist doctors in delivering medical services.

Example: The paramedical staff arrived quickly to help the injured at the scene of the accident.

parameter

IPA: /pəˈræmɪtə/

KK: /pəˈræmɪtər/

noun

Definition: A value or factor that helps define a system or set limits for something, often used in mathematics, science, and statistics.

Example: In the experiment, we adjusted the parameters to see how they affected the results.

paramilitary

IPA: //ˌpærəˈmɪlɪˌtɛri//

KK: /ˌpærəˈmɪlɪˌtɛri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a group of civilians who are organized like a military force, often to support or replace regular army troops.

Example: The paramilitary group was called in to assist during the crisis.

noun

Definition: A person who is part of a military organization that is not officially part of the regular armed forces, often operating in a similar way to military troops.

Example: The paramilitary group was involved in various operations across the region.

paramnesia

IPA: /pærˈæm.nə.zi.ə/

KK: /pæˈræmniə/

noun

Definition: A condition where a person's memory is distorted, causing confusion between what is real and what is imagined.

Example: The patient experienced paramnesia, mixing up real events with dreams.

paramount

IPA: /ˈpærəmaʊnt/

KK: /ˈpærəˌmaʊnt/

adjective

Definition: The highest in importance or rank, more significant than anything else.

Example: In this project, safety is paramount to ensure everyone's well-being.

noun

Definition: A person who holds the highest rank or authority in a particular area or organization.

Example: The paramount of the organization made the final decision on the project.

paramountcy

IPA: /ˈpærəˌmaʊntsi/

KK: /ˈpærəˌmaʊntsi/

noun

Definition: The state of being the most important or having the highest authority over others.

Example: In matters of safety, the paramountcy of regulations must be respected.

paramountly

IPA: /ˈpærəˌmaʊntli/

KK: /ˈpærəˌmaʊntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is of the highest importance or significance.

Example: The safety of the children is paramountly important to the school.

paramyxovirus

IPA: /ˌpærəˈmaɪksoʊˌvaɪrəs/

KK: /pæˈræmɪksoʊˌvaɪrəs/

noun

Definition: A type of virus that has RNA and is known for causing diseases like measles and mumps. These viruses are larger and more varied than similar viruses called myxoviruses.

Example: The paramyxovirus is responsible for several serious illnesses in humans and animals.

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