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orthogonally

IPA: /ɔːrˈθɒɡənəli/

KK: /ɔrˈθɔgənəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is at right angles to something else; perpendicular to a given direction or plane.

Example: The two lines intersect orthogonally, forming a perfect right angle.

orthograde

IPA: /ˈɔːrθəɡreɪd/

KK: /ɔrˈθoʊˌgreɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a way of walking or standing where the body is held upright.

Example: Humans are orthograde, meaning they walk on two legs with their bodies straight.

orthomolecular

IPA: /ˌɔːrθoʊˈmoʊlɪkjʊlər/

KK: /ɔrθoʊˈmɒlɪkjʊlər/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a theory that suggests mental illnesses can be treated by correcting chemical imbalances in the body with proper nutrients like vitamins and minerals.

Example: The doctor recommended an orthomolecular approach to improve her mental health.

orthomyxovirus

IPA: /ˌɔːrθoʊˈmɪksəˌvaɪrəs/

KK: /ɔrˌθoʊmaɪkˈvoʊrəs/

noun

Definition: A type of virus that has RNA as its genetic material and is known for causing influenza and other respiratory illnesses.

Example: The orthomyxovirus is responsible for seasonal flu outbreaks.

orthonormal

IPA: /ˌɔːrθəˈnɔːrməl/

KK: /ɔrθəˈnɔrməl/

adjective

Definition: Describing a set of vectors that are both at right angles to each other and have a length of one.

Example: In mathematics, an orthonormal basis is essential for simplifying calculations in linear algebra.

orthopaedic

IPA: /ˌɔːrθəˈpiːdɪk/

KK: /ɔrθəˈpidɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the branch of medicine that deals with the correction of deformities of bones or muscles.

Example: The orthopaedic surgeon recommended physical therapy for the patient's recovery.

orthopaedics

IPA: /ˌɔːrθəˈpiːdɪks/

KK: /ɔrθəˈpidɪks/

noun

Definition: A branch of medicine that deals with the correction of deformities or functional impairments of the skeletal system, especially the bones and joints.

Example: He decided to specialize in orthopaedics to help patients recover from injuries.

orthopedic

IPA: /ˌɔːrθəˈpɛdɪk/

KK: /ɔrθəˈpɛdɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the branch of medicine that deals with the correction of deformities of bones or muscles.

Example: The doctor recommended an orthopedic specialist for my knee injury.

orthopedics

IPA: /ˌɔːrθəˈpiːdɪks/

KK: /ɔrθəˈpidɪks/

noun

Definition: The area of medicine that focuses on treating and preventing problems related to bones, muscles, joints, and ligaments.

Example: He decided to specialize in orthopedics to help patients recover from bone injuries.

orthophosphate

IPA: /ˌɔːrθoʊˈfɒsfeɪt/

KK: /ɔrˈθoʊˌfɑːsfeɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of salt or ester that comes from orthophosphoric acid, commonly found in fertilizers and other chemical compounds.

Example: Farmers often use orthophosphate in their fertilizers to promote plant growth.

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