IPA: /ˌoʊlɪˈɡoʊtrəfɪk/
KK: /ˌoʊlɪˈɡoʊtrəfɪk/
Definition: Describing a body of water that has low levels of nutrients and high levels of dissolved oxygen, often resulting in clear water and limited plant growth.
Example: The oligotrophic lake is known for its crystal-clear waters and healthy fish population.
IPA: /ˌɒlɪˈɡjʊəriə/
KK: /ɑˈlɪɡjʊrɪə/
Definition: A condition where a person produces less urine than normal.
Example: The doctor diagnosed her with oliguria after noticing her reduced urine output.
IPA: /ˈɒlɪvəri/
KK: /ˈɑːlɪˌværi/
Definition: Having a shape that resembles an olive, typically used to describe certain anatomical structures or objects.
Example: The olivary nucleus is an important part of the brainstem.
IPA: /ˈɒlɪvaɪn/
KK: /ˈɑːlɪvaɪn/
Definition: A greenish mineral made of silicate that contains iron and magnesium, commonly found in certain types of rocks and used in construction materials.
Example: Olivine is often used in the production of refractory materials due to its high melting point.
IPA: /ˈɒlədʒɪst/
KK: /ˈɑlədʒɪst/
Definition: A person who specializes in a particular branch of science or knowledge, often indicated by the suffix 'ology'.
Example: An ologist studies various aspects of their specific field, such as biology or geology.
IPA: /oʊˈmeɪsəm/
KK: /oʊˈmeɪsəm/
Definition: The third part of the stomach in animals that chew cud, found between two other stomach sections.
Example: In ruminants, the omasum plays a crucial role in the digestion process.
IPA: /oʊˈmeɪɡə/
KK: /oʊˈmeɪɡə/
Definition: The last letter of the Greek alphabet, often used to signify the end or the last in a series.
Example: In mathematics, the symbol omega is often used to represent the limit of a sequence.
IPA: /oʊˈmɛntəl/
KK: /oʊˈmɛntəl/
Definition: Relating to a fold of peritoneum that connects the stomach with other abdominal organs.
Example: The surgeon examined the omental tissue during the operation.
IPA: /oʊˈmɛntəm/
KK: /oʊˈmɛntəm/
Definition: A fold of tissue in the abdomen that connects the stomach to other organs, helping to support and protect them.
Example: The surgeon carefully examined the omentum during the operation to ensure there were no issues.
IPA: /ˈoʊmɪˌkrɒn/
KK: /ˈoʊmɪˌkrɒn/
Definition: The 15th letter in the Greek alphabet, represented by the symbol 'Ο' in uppercase and 'ο' in lowercase.
Example: In the Greek alphabet, omicron comes after lambda and before pi.
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