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Exam: TOEFL

respiratory

IPA: /ˌrɛspəˈrɑtəri/

KK: /rɛspəˈrɑtəri/

adjective

Definition: Related to the process of breathing or the organs involved in breathing.

Example: The doctor explained how respiratory issues can affect overall health.

respire

IPA: /rɪˈspaɪə/

KK: /rɪˈspaɪər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To breathe in and out, taking air into the lungs and releasing it.

Example: After running for a while, I needed to respire deeply to catch my breath.

transitive verb

Definition: To breathe in and out, taking air into the lungs and releasing it.

Example: During the yoga class, we learned how to respire deeply and calmly.

respirometer

IPA: /rɛsˈpaɪrəˌmɛtər/

KK: /rɛsˈpaɪrəmɪtər/

noun

Definition: A device used to measure how much air a person breathes in and out, often used in medical or scientific settings to study breathing patterns.

Example: The doctor used a respirometer to check the patient's lung function during the examination.

respirometric

IPA: //ˌrɛspaɪrəˈmɛtrɪk//

KK: /rɛsˈpaɪrəˌmɛtrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Connected to the measurement of breathing or respiration rates.

Example: The respirometric analysis showed a significant increase in lung capacity after the treatment.

respirometry

IPA: /rɛsˈpaɪrəˌmɛtri/

KK: /rɛsˈpaɪrəmətri/

noun

Definition: A method used to measure the rate of metabolism by analyzing the amount of oxygen consumed and carbon dioxide produced.

Example: The researchers used respirometry to study the metabolic rates of different species.

respite

IPA: /ˈrɛspɪt/

KK: /ˈrɛspɪt/

adjective

Definition: A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant.

Example: After a long week of work, I took a brief respite to relax and recharge.

noun

Definition: A short break or pause from something difficult or unpleasant, providing relief or rest.

Example: After a long day of work, I took a brief respite to relax before dinner.

transitive verb

Definition: To delay or postpone something, giving a break or pause from it.

Example: The teacher decided to respite the exam until next week due to the weather conditions.

resplendent

IPA: /rɪ'splɛndənt/

KK: /rɪ'splɛndənt/

adjective

Definition: Having a brilliant or dazzling appearance; shining brightly and beautifully.

Example: The garden was resplendent with colorful flowers in full bloom.

resplendently

IPA: /rɪˈsplɛndəntli/

KK: /rɪˈsplɛndəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is very bright, colorful, and attractive; shining brilliantly.

Example: The garden was resplendently adorned with flowers of every color.

respond

IPA: /rɪˈspɒnd/

KK: /rɪˈspɑnd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To reply or react to something that has been said or done.

Example: She decided to respond to the email as soon as she could.

noun

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: N/A

transitive verb

Definition: To give an answer or reply to something that has been said or asked.

Example: She decided to respond to the email promptly.

respondent

IPA: /rɪˈspɒndənt/

KK: /rɪˈspɑndənt/

adjective

Definition: Not applicable as 'respondent' is not an adjective; it is primarily used as a noun referring to a person who responds, especially in a legal context.

Example: The respondent provided their testimony during the trial.

noun

Definition: A person who answers questions or provides information, especially in a legal context or survey.

Example: The respondent provided detailed answers to the survey questions.

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