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Topic: Health

numbness

IPA: /ˈnʌm.nəs/

KK: /nʌm.nəs/

noun

Definition: A condition where a person feels a lack of sensation or feeling in a part of the body, or a reduced ability to feel emotions.

Example: After sitting in the same position for too long, I experienced numbness in my legs.

nummular

IPA: /ˈnʌmjʊlər/

KK: /ˈnʌmjələr/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape that resembles a coin, often circular or oval, and typically used to describe certain types of skin lesions or drops.

Example: The doctor noted that the rash had a nummular appearance, resembling small coins on the skin.

nurse

IPA: /nɜːrs/

KK: /nɜrs/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take nourishment from the breast, typically referring to a baby feeding from its mother.

Example: The baby will nurse for about 20 minutes before falling asleep.

noun

Definition: A person who is trained to take care of sick or injured people, often in a hospital or medical setting.

Example: The nurse helped the doctor during the surgery.

transitive verb

Definition: To take care of someone or something, especially by feeding or nurturing them; to help someone grow or recover.

Example: The mother decided to nurse her baby for several months to ensure he received the best nutrition.

nurser

IPA: /ˈnɜːrsər/

KK: /ˈnɜr sɚ/

noun

Definition: A person who takes care of someone who is sick or helps them grow, often in a nurturing way.

Example: The nurser tended to the plants with great care, ensuring they received enough water and sunlight.

nursing

IPA: /ˈnɜːrsɪŋ/

KK: /ˈnɜrsɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The job or profession of caring for people who are sick or injured, typically in a hospital or healthcare setting.

Example: She has dedicated her life to nursing and helping others recover from illness.

nursling

IPA: /ˈnɜːrs.lɪŋ/

KK: /ˈnɜrs.lɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A young child or animal that is still being fed with milk, usually from its mother.

Example: The mother cat gently licked her nursling to keep it clean and warm.

nurturance

IPA: /ˈnɜː.tʃər.əns/

KK: /ˈnɜr.tʃər.əns/

noun

Definition: The act of providing loving care and support to someone or something.

Example: The nurturance of children is essential for their development.

nurture

IPA: /ˈnɜː.tʃər/

KK: /ˈnɜr.tʃər/

noun

Definition: The care and support given to help someone or something grow and develop.

Example: The nurture of children is essential for their healthy development.

transitive verb

Definition: To take care of someone or something by providing food, support, or education.

Example: Parents often nurture their children by teaching them important life skills.

nut

IPA: /nʌt/

KK: /nʌt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To gather or search for edible seeds from trees or plants, often done by animals or people.

Example: Squirrels nut in the fall to prepare for winter.

noun

Definition: A hard-shelled fruit or seed, often edible, such as almonds or walnuts, or a small metal piece with a hole that fits onto a bolt.

Example: I love snacking on almonds and walnuts, which are both types of nuts.

nutraceutical

IPA: /njuːtrəˈsjuːtɪkəl/

KK: /ˈnjuːtrəˌsjuːtɪkəl/

noun

Definition: A type of food or supplement that is believed to improve health and provide additional benefits beyond basic nutrition.

Example: Many people take nutraceuticals to support their immune system.

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