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Topic: Science

antiozonant

IPA: /ˌæntiˈoʊzənənt/

KK: /æntiˈoʊzənənt/

noun

Definition: A chemical substance that helps to stop or slow down the damage caused by ozone in materials.

Example: The manufacturer added an antiozonant to the rubber to extend its lifespan.

antiparallel

IPA: /ˌæntiˈpærəˌlɛl/

KK: /ˌæntiˈpærəˌlɛl/

adjective

Definition: Describing two things that are parallel but facing in opposite directions.

Example: The two DNA strands are antiparallel, allowing them to bond effectively.

noun

Definition: A line that makes equal angles with two other lines, but goes in opposite directions.

Example: In geometry, two lines are said to be antiparallel if they are oriented in opposite directions but maintain equal angles with a transversal line.

antiparasitic

IPA: /ˌæntiˈpærəˌsɪtɪk/

KK: /æntiˈpærəˌsɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to substances that kill or prevent the growth of parasites in humans or animals.

Example: The doctor prescribed an antiparasitic medication to treat the infection.

antiparticle

IPA: /ˌæntiˈpɑːrtɪkəl/

KK: /æntiˈpɑrtɪkəl/

noun

Definition: A type of subatomic particle that has the same mass as another particle but opposite electric charge and other properties, leading to mutual annihilation when they meet.

Example: In particle physics, an antiparticle can annihilate with its corresponding particle, releasing energy in the process.

antiphlogistic

IPA: //ˌæntɪˈflɒdʒɪstɪk//

KK: /æn'tɪfɒlədʒɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: A word used to describe something that helps to reduce inflammation or fever.

Example: The doctor prescribed an antiphlogistic medication to help with the patient's swelling.

antiplague

IPA: /ˌæntiˈpleɪg/

KK: /æn'tɪpleɪg/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that works against or prevents the spread of plague.

Example: The antiplague measures were effective in controlling the outbreak.

antiplaque

IPA: /ˌæntiˈplæk/

KK: /æntiˈplæk/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that helps to stop or eliminate plaque buildup.

Example: The dentist recommended an antiplaque mouthwash to keep my teeth healthy.

antiplatelet

IPA: /ˌæn.tiˈpleɪt.lɪt/

KK: /ˌæntiˈpleɪtlɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that works to prevent or reduce the activity of blood platelets, which are cells involved in blood clotting.

Example: The doctor prescribed an antiplatelet medication to help prevent blood clots.

antipodal

IPA: /ˌæntɪˈpoʊdəl/

KK: /æn'tɪpədəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is located on the opposite side of the Earth or directly opposite to something else.

Example: Australia and Great Britain are antipodal countries, meaning they are on opposite sides of the globe.

noun

Definition: A term used to describe something that is located on the opposite side of the Earth from a specific point.

Example: The antipodal point of New York City is in the Indian Ocean.

antipode

IPA: /ˈæntɪpoʊd/

KK: /æn'tɪpoʊd/

noun

Definition: A direct opposite or something that is completely different from something else.

Example: The two political parties are antipodes in their beliefs and policies.

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