IPA: /ˌtɛrəˈtɒlədʒɪkəl/
KK: /tɛrəˈtɑlədʒɪkəl/
Definition: Relating to the study of abnormal growth or development, especially in embryos or fetuses.
Example: The teratological effects of certain drugs can lead to serious birth defects.
IPA: /tɛˈrætəˌlɒdʒɪst/
KK: /tɛrəˈtɑlədʒɪst/
Definition: A scientist who studies abnormal development in embryos and fetuses, often focusing on birth defects.
Example: The teratologist conducted research to understand the causes of congenital disabilities.
IPA: /ˌtɛrəˈtɒlədʒi/
KK: /tɛrəˈtɑlədʒi/
Definition: The scientific study that focuses on the causes and effects of physical abnormalities in developing organisms, especially in embryos.
Example: Researchers in teratology investigate how certain drugs can lead to birth defects.
IPA: /ˌtɛrəˈtoʊmə/
KK: /tɛrəˈtoʊmə/
Definition: A type of tumor that contains various kinds of tissue, such as skin, hair, and muscle, usually formed from germ cells.
Example: The doctor explained that the teratoma could contain hair and teeth.
IPA: /ˈtɜːrbiəm/
KK: /ˈtɜːrbiəm/
Definition: A soft, silvery-gray metal that is part of the rare-earth elements, used in various technologies like x-ray machines and color television tubes.
Example: Terbium is often used in the production of green phosphors for color television tubes.
IPA: //tɜːrˈbjuːtəlaɪn//
KK: /tɜrˈbjuːtəˌlaɪn/
Definition: A medication that helps open the airways in the lungs and is also used to prevent premature labor during pregnancy.
Example: The doctor prescribed terbutaline to help manage the patient's asthma symptoms.
IPA: /tɜːrˈsɛn.tə.nəri/
KK: /tɜrˈsɛn.tə.nɛr.i/
Definition: Relating to a period of 300 years or the celebration of a 300th anniversary.
Example: The city held a tercentenary celebration to mark its 300 years of history.
Definition: A celebration or event marking the 300th anniversary of something.
Example: The town held a grand festival for its tercentenary, celebrating 300 years of history.
IPA: /tɜːrˈsɛn.tə.ni.əl/
KK: /tɜrˈsɛnˌtɛn i əl/
Definition: Relating to a period of three hundred years or a celebration of such an anniversary.
Example: The city held a tercentennial celebration to mark its 300th anniversary.
Example: The town held a tercentennial celebration to honor its founding in 1723.
IPA: /ˈtɜːrsɛt/
KK: /ˈtɜrˌsɛt/
Definition: A set of three lines of poetry that often rhyme together or with another set of three lines.
Example: The poem was structured in tercets, giving it a unique rhythm and flow.
IPA: /tɜːrm/
KK: /tɜrm/
Definition: A word or phrase used to describe a specific concept, or a period of time during which something happens, such as a school session or a political office.
Example: The school year is divided into three terms.
Definition: To name or specify something, often in a formal or official way.
Example: The committee will term the new policy as a significant improvement.
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