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corvee

IPA: /kɔːˈveɪ/

KK: /kɔrˈveɪ/

noun

Definition: A type of unpaid work that people are required to do, often for building or repairing roads, instead of paying taxes.

Example: In the past, many peasants were forced to perform corvee for their lords instead of paying money.

corynebacterium

IPA: //ˌkɔːrɪnɛˈbæktəriəm//

KK: /kɔˌraɪnɪˈbæktəriəm/

noun

Definition: A type of bacteria that is rod-shaped and can cause diseases in animals and plants, including diphtheria in humans.

Example: Corynebacterium is known for causing diphtheria, a serious infection.

coryzal

IPA: /kɔˈraɪzəl/

KK: /kɔˈraɪzəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to a condition characterized by inflammation of the mucous membranes in the nose, often causing a runny nose and congestion.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a coryzal infection, which explained her persistent sneezing and nasal congestion.

cosignatory

IPA: /ˈkoʊˌsaɪnəˌtɔri/

KK: /ˈkoʊˌsaɪnəˌtɔri/

adjective

Definition: Referring to something that is signed by two or more parties together, indicating joint agreement or responsibility.

Example: The cosignatory agreement was finalized by both companies.

noun

Definition: A person or entity that signs a document along with one or more other signers, agreeing to the terms stated in that document.

Example: The cosignatory agreed to the loan terms alongside the primary borrower.

cosily

IPA: /ˈkoʊzli/

KK: /ˈkoʊzli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is comfortable, warm, and inviting.

Example: They sat cosily by the fireplace, enjoying their hot drinks.

cosmeceutical

IPA: /kɒzˈmɛsəˌtɪkəl/

KK: /kɑzˈmɛsəˌtɪkəl/

noun

Definition: A type of cosmetic product that is said to have medicinal benefits or properties.

Example: Many people use cosmeceuticals to improve their skin health and appearance.

cosmetic

IPA: /kəʊˈzmɛtɪk/

KK: /kɑˈzmɛtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to beauty or decoration, especially for the face and body, rather than for practical use. It can also refer to changes that are superficial and do not affect the main function or quality of something.

Example: She applied a cosmetic cream to enhance her skin's appearance.

noun

Definition: A product applied to the body to enhance beauty or appearance, such as makeup or skin cream.

Example: She applied a cosmetic to her face before going out.

cosmetically

IPA: /kɒzˈmɛtɪkli/

KK: /kɑːzmɛtɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to beauty or appearance, often used to describe changes that improve looks without affecting function.

Example: The building was cosmetically renovated to attract more visitors.

cosmetician

IPA: //kɒzˈmɛtɪʃən//

KK: /kɑːzməˈtɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A person who is trained to apply beauty products and provide skincare treatments.

Example: She went to the cosmetician for a facial treatment before her wedding.

cosmetologist

IPA: //ˌkɒz.məˈtɒl.ə.dʒɪst//

KK: /kɑːzməˈtɑːlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A professional who provides beauty treatments and advice about cosmetics, often focusing on skin and hair care.

Example: She decided to become a cosmetologist to help others look and feel their best.

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