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pedant

IPA: /ˈpɛd.ənt/

KK: /ˈpɛdænt/

noun

Definition: A person who is overly concerned with minor details and rules, often showing off their knowledge in a way that is not practical or useful.

Example: The pedant in the class always corrected the teacher on small errors instead of focusing on the main lesson.

pedantic

IPA: /pəˈdændɪk/

KK: /pəˈdæntɪk/

adjective

Definition: Showing a lot of concern for small details and rules, often in a way that is annoying or overly formal.

Example: His pedantic approach to teaching made the class feel boring and overly complicated.

pedantically

IPA: /pɪˈdæntɪkli/

KK: /pɪˈdæntɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows someone is overly concerned with minor details or rules; often focused on precision and accuracy rather than the broader context.

Example: He explained the rules of the game pedantically, making it hard for anyone to enjoy the play.

pedestrian

IPA: /pəˈdɛstrɪən/

KK: /pəˈdɛstrɪən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to people who walk, or something that is done on foot. It can also mean something that is ordinary or unremarkable.

Example: The city built a pedestrian bridge to make it safer for people to cross the busy street.

noun

Definition: A person who is walking, especially in a city or town, rather than traveling in a vehicle.

Example: The city has built more sidewalks to make it safer for pedestrians.

pedestrianism

IPA: /pəˈdɛstrɪənɪzəm/

KK: /pəˈdɛstrɪənɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A type of walking that can be competitive or recreational, often associated with the practice of walking for exercise or enjoyment.

Example: Pedestrianism became popular in the 19th century as a competitive sport.

pediatric

IPA: /ˌpiːdiˈætrɪk/

KK: /ˈpiːdiˌætrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the branch of medicine that focuses on the health and treatment of children.

Example: The pediatric doctor specializes in treating young patients.

pediatrician

IPA: /ˌpiːdiəˈtrɪʃən/

KK: /ˌpiːdiəˈtrɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A doctor who takes care of children and their health.

Example: The pediatrician recommended that my son get his vaccinations.

pediatrics

IPA: /ˌpiːdiˈætrɪks/

KK: /ˌpɛdiˈætrɪks/

noun

Definition: This is a field of medicine focused on the health and medical care of babies and children, including their growth, development, and treatment of illnesses.

Example: She decided to specialize in pediatrics to help children stay healthy.

pediatrist

IPA: //ˈpɛdiətrɪst//

KK: /ˈpɛdiətrɪst/

noun

Definition: A medical doctor who specializes in the care and treatment of children.

Example: The pediatrist examined the young patient for any signs of illness.

pedicab

IPA: /ˈpɛdɪˌkæb/

KK: /ˈpɛdɪˌkæb/

noun

Definition: A small three-wheeled vehicle designed for carrying passengers, where a driver pedals at the front and passengers sit in a covered compartment at the back.

Example: We took a pedicab to the festival, enjoying the ride through the busy streets.

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