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Topic: Health

bronchoscopy

IPA: /ˌbrɒŋˈkɒskəpi/

KK: /ˈbrɒŋkəˌskɒpi/

noun

Definition: A medical procedure that allows doctors to look inside the airways and lungs using a thin, flexible tube called a bronchoscope.

Example: The doctor performed a bronchoscopy to examine the patient's lungs for any abnormalities.

bronchospasm

IPA: //ˈbrɒŋkəˌspæzm//

KK: /ˈbrɒŋkəˌspæzm/

noun

Definition: A sudden tightening of the muscles in the airways, making it hard to breathe, often seen in conditions like asthma.

Example: During the asthma attack, she experienced a bronchospasm that made it difficult to catch her breath.

bronchospastic

IPA: /ˌbrɒŋ.kəʊˈspæs.tɪk/

KK: /brɒŋkəʊspæstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a condition where the airways in the lungs tighten, making it hard to breathe.

Example: The patient experienced bronchospastic symptoms during the asthma attack.

bronchus

IPA: /ˈbrɒŋkəs/

KK: /ˈbrɒŋkəs/

noun

Definition: One of the two main tubes that branch from the windpipe and carry air to the lungs.

Example: The doctor explained that the bronchus can become inflamed during a respiratory infection.

brow

IPA: /braʊ/

KK: /braʊ/

noun

Definition: The part of the face above the eyes, often referred to as the forehead or the area where eyebrows are located.

Example: She furrowed her brow in concentration as she solved the puzzle.

browbone

IPA: /ˈbraʊboʊn/

KK: /ˈbraʊboʊn/

noun

Definition: The bony ridge located above the eyes, which forms part of the skull and helps protect the eyes.

Example: The artist carefully sculpted the browbone to give the figure a more realistic appearance.

brucella

IPA: //bruːˈsɛlə//

KK: /brusɛlə/

noun

Definition: A type of bacteria that can cause diseases in humans and animals, often found in livestock.

Example: Brucella can lead to serious health issues if not treated properly.

brucellosis

IPA: //bruːsəˈloʊsɪs//

KK: /brusəˈloʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: A bacterial infection that affects humans, caused by bacteria from the Brucella genus, often transmitted from infected animals and leading to symptoms like fever and fatigue.

Example: The farmer was diagnosed with brucellosis after handling infected livestock.

bruise

IPA: /bruːz/

KK: /bruz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To develop a dark mark on the skin caused by an injury, often without breaking the skin.

Example: After falling off his bike, he started to bruise on his arm.

noun

Definition: An injury to the skin or underlying tissues that causes discoloration but does not break the skin, often due to a bump or impact.

Example: After falling off his bike, he had a large bruise on his arm.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause a mark or injury on the skin or flesh by hitting or pressing it, usually without breaking the skin.

Example: He accidentally bruised his arm when he bumped into the door.

bruising

IPA: /ˈbruːzɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbruːzɪŋ/

noun

Definition: An injury to the skin or body that causes discoloration, often due to a blow or impact.

Example: After the fall, she had a large bruising on her arm.

verb

Definition: To cause a mark on the skin by hitting or pressing it, resulting in discoloration.

Example: He fell and ended up bruising his arm.

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