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Topic: Health

aromatase

IPA: /əˈroʊməˌteɪz/

KK: /əˈrōməˌtās/

noun

Definition: A type of enzyme that helps convert male hormones into female hormones, specifically turning androgens into estrogens.

Example: Aromatase plays a crucial role in hormone balance in both men and women.

aromatherapist

IPA: /ˌɛəroʊməˈθɛrəpɪst/

KK: /əˈrōməˌTHerəpist/

noun

Definition: A person who uses essential oils and other aromatic plant compounds to improve health and well-being.

Example: The aromatherapist recommended a blend of lavender and eucalyptus oils for relaxation.

aromatherapy

IPA: /ˌɛəroʊməˈθɛrəpi/

KK: /əˌroʊməˈθɛrəpi/

noun

Definition: A practice that uses pleasant-smelling oils and substances to improve mood and health.

Example: Many people use aromatherapy to relax after a long day.

arrhythmia

IPA: /əˈrɪðmiə/

KK: /əˈrɪðmiə/

noun

Definition: A condition where the heartbeat is irregular, either in its rhythm or strength.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with arrhythmia after she reported feeling her heart racing.

arrhythmic

IPA: /æˈrɪð.mɪk/

KK: /æˈrɪð.mɪk/

adjective

Definition: Not having a regular rhythm or pattern; irregular in movement or sound.

Example: The musician's arrhythmic playing made the song feel chaotic.

arsphenamine

IPA: //ɑːrˈsfɛnəˌmiːn//

KK: /ɑr'sfɛnəˌmin/

noun

Definition: A yellow powder that was used in the past to treat certain infections, especially syphilis and yaws. It contains arsenic and is known to be toxic.

Example: Doctors used arsphenamine to treat syphilis before more effective medications were developed.

arterial

IPA: /ɑːˈtɪəriəl/

KK: /ɑrˈtɪr i əl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the main pathways or channels in a system, especially in terms of roads or blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood.

Example: The city is planning to expand its arterial roads to reduce traffic congestion.

noun

Definition: A main road or street that allows for continuous traffic flow, often connecting different areas or regions.

Example: The new arterial road will help reduce traffic congestion in the city.

arteriogram

IPA: /ˌɑːr.tɪr.i.əˈɡræm/

KK: /ɑrˈtɪrɪəˌgræm/

noun

Definition: A type of X-ray that shows the inside of an artery after a special dye is injected to make it visible.

Example: The doctor ordered an arteriogram to check for blockages in the patient's arteries.

arteriography

IPA: /ˌɑːr.tɪəˈrɪɡ.rə.fi/

KK: /ɑrˈtɪr iˌɒg rə fi/

noun

Definition: A medical test that uses X-rays to take pictures of the arteries after a special dye is injected into them.

Example: The doctor ordered an arteriography to check for blockages in the patient's arteries.

arteriolar

IPA: /ˌɑːrˈtɪr.i.oʊ.lər/

KK: /ɑrˈtɪr.i.oʊ.lər/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a small blood vessel that branches from an artery and leads to capillaries.

Example: The arteriolar walls are thinner than those of larger arteries, allowing for better exchange of nutrients and waste.

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