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Topic: Health

mastitis

IPA: /mæˈstaɪtɪs/

KK: /mæ'staɪtɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition where the breast or udder becomes swollen and painful, often due to an infection.

Example: The veterinarian diagnosed the cow with mastitis after noticing swelling in her udder.

mastoid

IPA: //ˈmæstɔɪd//

KK: /ˈmæstɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a bony part of the skull located behind the ear, known as the mastoid process.

Example: The doctor examined the mastoid area for any signs of infection.

noun

Definition: A bony prominence located behind the ear, part of the skull that helps support the structure of the head.

Example: The doctor examined the mastoid area for any signs of infection.

mastoidectomy

IPA: //mæˈstɔɪdɛk.tə.mi//

KK: /mæˈstɔɪdɛktəmi/

noun

Definition: A surgical procedure that involves removing the mastoid cells or part of the mastoid bone, usually to treat infections or other medical conditions.

Example: The doctor recommended a mastoidectomy to address the chronic ear infection.

mastoiditis

IPA: //mæˈstɔɪdɪtɪs//

KK: /mæˈstɔɪdɪtɪs/

noun

Definition: A medical condition characterized by the inflammation of the mastoid bone, which is located behind the ear.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with mastoiditis after she complained of ear pain and swelling behind her ear.

masturbation

IPA: /ˌmæstəˈbeɪʃən/

KK: /mæstərˈbeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of stimulating one's own genitals for sexual pleasure, often leading to orgasm, without involving another person.

Example: Many people consider masturbation a normal part of human sexuality.

maternity

IPA: /məˈtɜːrnɪti/

KK: /məˈtɜrnɪti/

adjective

Definition: Related to the time when a woman is pregnant or has just given birth, especially in terms of clothing or leave from work.

Example: She wore a beautiful maternity dress to the baby shower.

noun

Definition: The state or condition of being a mother, including the feelings and characteristics that come with motherhood.

Example: She experienced many changes during her maternity period.

matrass

IPA: /ˈmætrəs/

KK: /mætˈræs/

noun

Definition: A type of container or flask used in chemistry or for holding liquids, often with a narrow neck and a wider body.

Example: The scientist carefully poured the solution into the matrass for the experiment.

maturational

IPA: /ˌmæʧəˈreɪʃənl/

KK: /mætʃəˈreɪʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of growing or developing, especially in a way that leads to maturity.

Example: The maturational changes in children can significantly affect their behavior and learning.

maxilla

IPA: //mækˈsɪlə//

KK: /mæk'sɪlə/

noun

Definition: A bone in the skull that forms the upper jaw and holds the teeth in place, found in humans and many other animals.

Example: The dentist examined the patient's maxilla to check for any dental issues.

maxillary

IPA: /mækˈsɪl.əri/

KK: /mækˈsɪl.ər.i/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the jaw or jawbone, particularly the upper jaw.

Example: The dentist examined the maxillary region for any signs of infection.

noun

Definition: A bone in the upper jaw that holds the teeth and forms part of the face.

Example: The dentist examined the patient's maxillary bone for any signs of damage.

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