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Topic: Health

gerontology

IPA: /ˌdʒɛrənˈtɒlədʒi/

KK: /dʒɛrənˈtɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The scientific study that focuses on the process of aging and the issues related to older people.

Example: She decided to pursue a degree in gerontology to better understand the challenges faced by the elderly.

gestation

IPA: /ɡɛˈsteɪʃən/

KK: /gɛˈsteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The time during which a baby develops inside a mother's womb, starting from conception until birth.

Example: The gestation period for humans is about nine months.

gestational

IPA: /dʒɛˈsteɪʃənl/

KK: /dʒɛˈsteɪʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the period of development of a baby inside the womb before birth.

Example: The gestational period for humans is typically around nine months.

gesundheit

IPA: /ɡəˈzʊnhaɪt/

KK: /gəˈzʊnˌhaɪt/

interjection

Definition: A word used to wish someone good health after they sneeze.

Example: After I sneezed, my friend said 'gesundheit' to me.

giantism

IPA: /ˈdʒaɪəntɪzəm/

KK: /ˈdʒaɪəntɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The condition of being extremely large or having an unusually large size, often due to a medical condition.

Example: Giantism can lead to various health issues if not treated properly.

giardia

IPA: /dʒiˈɑːrdiə/

KK: /dʒiˈɑrdɪə/

noun

Definition: A type of tiny organism that can live in the intestines of animals and humans, sometimes causing illness.

Example: Giardia can be found in contaminated water and may lead to gastrointestinal issues.

giardiasis

IPA: /dʒɪˈɑːrdiəsɪs/

KK: /dʒiˈɑrdɪəsɪs/

noun

Definition: An infection in the intestines caused by a tiny organism called Giardia lamblia, which can lead to symptoms like stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea.

Example: After drinking contaminated water, she was diagnosed with giardiasis.

gigantism

IPA: //dʒaɪˈɡæntɪzəm//

KK: /gɪˈgæntɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A condition characterized by excessive growth of the body or its parts, often due to an overproduction of growth hormone.

Example: The doctor explained that gigantism can lead to serious health issues if not treated early.

gimped

IPA: /ɡɪmpt/

KK: /gɪmpt/

adjective

Definition: Having a physical limitation or injury that affects movement or function; also refers to something that is decorated or edged with a decorative trim.

Example: The gimped chair was difficult to use because one of its legs was uneven.

verb

Definition: To move with difficulty, often due to an injury or disability, or to hinder or restrict someone's ability to do something.

Example: After his injury, he gimped along the path, struggling to keep up with his friends.

gingiva

IPA: /ˈdʒɪŋɪvə/

KK: /ˈdʒɪŋɪvə/

noun

Definition: The soft tissue that surrounds and supports the teeth in the mouth.

Example: The dentist examined the patient's gingiva for signs of inflammation.

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