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Topic: Science

oenologist

IPA: /oʊˈnɑlədʒɪst/

KK: /oʊˈnɑlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who specializes in the study and science of wine and winemaking.

Example: The oenologist carefully analyzed the grapes to determine the best time for harvest.

oenology

IPA: /iˈnɒlədʒi/

KK: /iˈnɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study of wine and winemaking, including the science and art involved in producing wine.

Example: She decided to pursue a degree in oenology to learn more about wine production.

oersted

IPA: /ˈɜːr.stɛd/

KK: /ˈɜrˌstɛd/

noun

Definition: A unit of measurement for magnetic field strength in the centimeter-gram-second system, representing the intensity of a magnetic field one centimeter away from a unit magnetic pole.

Example: The strength of the magnetic field was measured in oersteds.

oesophagus

IPA: //ɪˈsɒfəɡəs//

KK: /ɪˈsɑfəgəs/

noun

Definition: A tube that connects the throat to the stomach, allowing food and liquids to pass through.

Example: The doctor explained how the oesophagus works in the digestive system.

oestriol

IPA: //ˈɛstrɪɒl//

KK: /ˈɛstrɪɔl/

noun

Definition: A type of estrogen hormone that is produced in the body, particularly during pregnancy, and is important for female reproductive health.

Example: Oestriol levels are often measured during pregnancy to assess the health of the fetus.

oestrone

IPA: //ˈɛstrəʊn//

KK: /ˈɛstrən/

noun

Definition: A type of hormone that is a form of estrogen, which plays a role in the female reproductive system.

Example: Oestrone is one of the main estrogens produced by the ovaries.

oestrual

IPA: //ˈɛstrʊəl//

KK: /ˈɛstrʊəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the period of sexual receptivity in female mammals, often associated with the heat cycle.

Example: The oestrual phase is crucial for breeding in many animal species.

officinal

IPA: /ˌɒfɪˈsɪnəl/

KK: /ˌɔfɪˈsɪnəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing a substance or herb that is officially recognized and available in pharmacies without needing special preparation.

Example: The officinal plant is commonly used in traditional medicine for its healing properties.

noun

Definition: A term used to describe a drug or plant that is officially recognized and used in medicine.

Example: The herbalist recommended an officinal remedy for the common cold.

offprint

IPA: /ˈɒfprɪnt/

KK: /ˈɔfˌprɪnt/

noun

Definition: A printed copy of a part of a larger work, like an article from a magazine or journal.

Example: The researcher distributed offprints of her article to colleagues at the conference.

transitive verb

Definition: To reproduce or reprint a specific article or excerpt from a publication.

Example: The researcher decided to offprint the important findings from the journal for wider distribution.

offshoot

IPA: /ˈɔːfʃuːt/

KK: /ˈɔfˌʃut/

noun

Definition: A branch or part that grows out from the main part of something, often referring to a family, group, or plant.

Example: The new company is an offshoot of the original business that started years ago.

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