IPA: /ˌdɜːrməˈtɑːlədʒi/
KK: /dɚˈmætələdʒi/
Definition: The area of medicine that focuses on the skin, including its health, diseases, and treatments.
Example: She decided to specialize in dermatology to help patients with skin conditions.
IPA: /ˈdɜːrməˌtoʊm/
KK: /ˈdɜrməˌtoʊm/
Definition: A specific area of skin that is connected to a single spinal nerve, or a tool used for cutting thin layers of skin for medical purposes.
Example: The doctor explained how the dermatome helps in understanding skin sensations and nerve functions.
IPA: /ˌdɜːrməˌtaɪəˈmaɪəsɪtɪs/
KK: /dɜrˌmætəˈmaɪəsɪtɪs/
Definition: A medical condition that causes inflammation in the skin and muscles, leading to weakness and a rash.
Example: The doctor diagnosed her with dermatomyositis after she showed symptoms of muscle weakness and a skin rash.
IPA: /ˌdɜːrməˈtaɪfaɪt/
KK: /dɜrˈmætəˌfaɪt/
Definition: A type of fungus that lives on the skin and can cause infections in areas like hair, nails, or skin itself.
Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a dermatophyte infection on her foot.
IPA: /dɜːrˈməʊtəʊsɪs/
KK: /dɜrˈməʊtəˌsɪs/
Definition: A condition or disease that affects the skin, often without inflammation.
Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a dermatosis that required special treatment.
IPA: //ˈdɜːrmɪk//
KK: /ˈdɜrmɪk/
Definition: Related to the skin or dermis layer of the body.
Example: The dermic layer of the skin plays a crucial role in protecting the body.
IPA: /ˈdɜːrmɪs/
KK: /ˈdɜrmɪs/
Definition: The layer of skin beneath the outer layer, which contains blood vessels, nerves, and glands.
Example: The dermatologist examined the dermis to check for any signs of damage.
IPA: /dɜːrˈmɔɪd/
KK: /dɪrˈmɔɪd/
Definition: Relating to or resembling skin or dermis.
Example: The doctor explained that the dermoid cyst was formed from skin cells.
IPA: /dɪˈskeɪl/
KK: /dɪˈskeɪl/
Definition: To remove a hard, mineral buildup from a surface, often found in appliances like kettles or coffee makers, or to clean fish by taking off its scales.
Example: I need to descale my kettle to improve its performance.
IPA: /dɪˈskeɪlɪŋ/
KK: /dɪˈskeɪlɪŋ/
Definition: The process of removing mineral deposits or scale from a surface, particularly in appliances like kettles or boilers.
Example: Descaling the coffee maker regularly helps improve its performance and extend its lifespan.
Definition: To remove scale or mineral deposits from a surface, often used in the context of cleaning appliances like coffee makers or kettles.
Example: I spent the afternoon descaling the coffee machine to improve its performance.
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