IPA: /mɪkˈsiːdəmə/
KK: /mɪkˈsiːdəmə/
Definition: A medical condition resulting from low thyroid hormone levels, leading to symptoms like dry skin, swelling, and mental decline.
Example: The doctor diagnosed her with myxedema after observing her symptoms of severe hypothyroidism.
IPA: /mɪkˈsɔɪd/
KK: /mɪkˈsɔɪd/
Definition: Relating to or resembling mucus; having a gelatinous or slimy texture.
Example: The tumor was described as myxoid due to its jelly-like consistency.
IPA: /mɪkˈsoʊmə/
KK: /mɪkˈsoʊmə/
Definition: A non-cancerous growth that usually occurs in the heart, made of soft tissue that resembles jelly.
Example: The doctor diagnosed the patient with a myxoma after reviewing the ultrasound results.
IPA: //mɪkˌsɒməˈtoʊsɪs//
KK: /mɪkˌsɒməˈtoʊsɪs/
Definition: A serious disease that affects rabbits, caused by a virus, leading to the growth of tumors on their skin.
Example: The outbreak of myxomatosis in the rabbit population caused concern among farmers.
IPA: /mɪkˈsɒmətəs/
KK: /mɪkˈsɒmətəs/
Definition: Relating to a type of tumor that resembles mucus or gelatinous tissue.
Example: The doctor explained that the growth was myxomatous in nature, indicating it had a gelatinous consistency.
IPA: /mɪkˈsoʊvaɪrəs/
KK: /mɪk'soʊvaɪrəs/
Definition: A type of virus that contains RNA and can cause diseases like influenza, known for its ability to clump red blood cells together.
Example: The myxovirus is responsible for the flu outbreak this season.
IPA: /ˈneɪ.vəs/
KK: /ˈneɪ.vəs/
Definition: A raised or discolored spot on the skin that can be present at birth or develop later. These spots are usually harmless and are often referred to as moles.
Example: The dermatologist examined the naevus to ensure it was not harmful.
IPA: /ˈneɪləs/
KK: /ˈneɪləs/
Definition: Having no nails or lacking nails.
Example: The nailless design of the furniture made it safer for children.
IPA: /nəˈlɔːrfiːn/
KK: /nælɔrˈfin/
Definition: A medication that is derived from morphine and is used to help with breathing problems caused by narcotic overdoses.
Example: The doctor administered nalorphine to reverse the effects of the overdose.
IPA: /nəˈlɒksoʊn/
KK: /nəˈlɒkˌsoʊn/
Definition: A medication used to reverse the effects of narcotic drugs, particularly in cases of overdose.
Example: The paramedics administered naloxone to the patient who had overdosed on opioids.
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