IPA: /ˈpɛrɪləsnəs/
KK: /ˈpɛrɪləsnəs/
Definition: The state of being dangerous or risky, often involving a threat to safety or well-being.
Example: The perilousness of climbing without proper gear can lead to serious accidents.
IPA: /ˈpɛrɪlɪmf/
KK: /ˈpɛrɪlɪmf/
Definition: A type of fluid found in the inner ear, located between the bony and membranous structures.
Example: The perilymph helps transmit sound vibrations to the inner ear.
IPA: /ˌpɛrɪˈmɛnəˌpoʊzəl/
KK: /ˌpɛrɪˈmɛnəˌpoʊzəl/
Definition: Relating to the time period before menopause when a woman's body begins to transition and experience changes in hormone levels.
Example: Many women experience various symptoms during their perimenopausal phase, such as hot flashes and mood swings.
IPA: /pəˈrɪməˌtər/
KK: /pəˈrɪmətər/
Definition: The distance around the outside of a shape or area, often used in geometry to describe the total length of the edges of a figure.
Example: To find the perimeter of the rectangle, you add up the lengths of all four sides.
IPA: /ˌpɛrɪˈmɪziəm/
KK: /pɛrɪˈmɪziəm/
Definition: A layer of connective tissue that surrounds and protects groups of muscle fibers within a muscle.
Example: The perimysium helps to organize the muscle fibers into bundles, allowing for better coordination during movement.
IPA: /ˌpɛrɪˈneɪtəl/
KK: /ˌpɛrɪˈneɪtl/
Definition: Relating to the time just before and after a baby is born, especially the period of five months before and one month after birth.
Example: Perinatal care is essential for the health of both the mother and the baby.
IPA: /ˌpɛrəˈneɪtəli/
KK: /pɛrəˈneɪtəli/
Definition: In relation to the period shortly before and after birth.
Example: The baby was monitored closely perinatally to ensure its health.
IPA: /ˌpɛrəˈneɪtəˌlɒdʒɪst/
KK: /ˌpɛrəˈneɪtəˌlɒdʒɪst/
Definition: A medical doctor who specializes in the care of pregnant women and their unborn babies, particularly those at high risk.
Example: The perinatologist monitored the health of the mother and fetus throughout the pregnancy.
IPA: /ˌpɛrəˈneɪtəˌlɒdʒi/
KK: /ˌpɛrəˈneɪtələdʒi/
Definition: The branch of medicine that focuses on the health and development of fetuses and newborns during the time just before and after birth.
Example: Perinatology is essential for monitoring high-risk pregnancies to ensure the health of both the mother and the baby.
IPA: /ˌpɛrɪˈniːəl/
KK: /pɛrɪˈniːəl/
Definition: Relating to the area between the anus and the genitals in both males and females.
Example: The doctor explained the importance of perineal care after childbirth.
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