Exam: TOEFL

Definition: Relating to a type of bacteria that can cause infections, especially in the lungs.

Example: The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against serious infections.

Definition: A type of bacteria that can cause pneumonia and other infections, particularly in the lungs.

Example: The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the infection caused by pneumococcus.

Definition: A lung disease caused by breathing in dust, especially from minerals or metals, over a long time.

Example: Workers in certain industries are at risk of developing pneumoconiosis due to dust exposure.

Definition: A surgical procedure to remove all or part of a lung.

Example: The doctor recommended a pneumonectomy to treat the patient's severe lung disease.

Definition: A serious illness that affects the lungs, causing inflammation and making it hard to breathe. It can be caused by infections from germs like bacteria or viruses.

Example: After catching a cold, she developed pneumonia and had to stay in the hospital for treatment.

Definition: Relating to the lungs or conditions affecting them, especially pneumonia.

Example: The doctor explained that pneumonic symptoms can include coughing and difficulty breathing.

Definition: A condition characterized by inflammation in the lung tissue, which can cause breathing difficulties and other respiratory issues.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with pneumonitis after reviewing her symptoms and medical history.

Definition: A medical condition where air or gas collects in the space around the lungs, which can happen due to injury or disease, and may cause the lung to collapse.

Example: The doctor diagnosed him with a pneumothorax after he complained of sudden chest pain.

Definition: To illegally take fish or game from a protected area, or to take something unfairly.

Example: They were caught trying to poach animals in the national park.

Definition: To cook food gently in a liquid that is just below boiling, or to take something illegally or unfairly, especially fish or game.

Example: The chef decided to poach the salmon in a white wine sauce for dinner.

Definition: Prepared by gently cooking in water or another liquid at a low temperature, often used for eggs or fish.

Example: I ordered poached eggs for breakfast because they are healthier than fried eggs.

Definition: To cook an egg gently in water or to illegally take animals or fish from their habitat.

Example: He poached the eggs for breakfast.