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Topic: Science

paclitaxel

IPA: //pækˈlɪtæksəl//

KK: /pækˈlɪtæksəl/

noun

Definition: A medication used to treat certain types of cancer, especially ovarian and breast cancer, which is made from the bark of the Pacific yew tree.

Example: Doctors often prescribe paclitaxel for patients with advanced ovarian cancer.

paediatric

IPA: /ˈpiːdiətrɪk/

KK: /ˈpiːdiətrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the medical care and treatment of children.

Example: The paediatric ward is designed to provide specialized care for young patients.

paediatrics

IPA: //ˌpiːdiˈætrɪks//

KK: /ˈpiːdiˌætrɪks/

noun

Definition: The branch of medicine that deals with the health and medical care of infants, children, and adolescents.

Example: She decided to specialize in paediatrics to help young patients.

paedogenesis

IPA: /ˌpiːdəʊˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/

KK: /ˌpē-də-ˈje-nə-səs/

noun

Definition: The process of reproduction that occurs in young or larval animals, allowing them to produce offspring before reaching full maturity.

Example: In some species, paedogenesis allows larvae to reproduce while still in their juvenile form.

paedogenetic

IPA: /ˌpiːdəʊdʒəˈnɛtɪk/

KK: /ˌpiːdəʊdʒəˈnɛtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Referring to the ability to produce offspring while still in an immature or larval stage, often seen in certain insects and other organisms.

Example: Some species of insects are paedogenetic, meaning they can reproduce before reaching full maturity.

paedomorphic

IPA: /ˌpeɪdəˈmɔːrfɪk/

KK: /ˌpɛɪdəˈmɔrfɪk/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that keeps or shows features typical of young or juvenile forms, even in adulthood.

Example: Some species of frogs are paedomorphic, as they retain their tadpole-like characteristics throughout their lives.

paedomorphism

IPA: /ˌpeɪdəˈmɔːfɪzəm/

KK: /ˈpɛɪdəˌmɔrfɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The condition where an adult retains physical or behavioral traits that are typically associated with younger stages of development.

Example: The study of paedomorphism helps scientists understand how certain species adapt to their environments by keeping juvenile features.

pahoehoe

IPA: /pəˈhoʊ.eɪ/

KK: /pəˈhoʊˌeɪ/

noun

Definition: A type of lava that has a smooth, rope-like surface, often found in volcanic regions.

Example: The pahoehoe lava flowed gently down the hillside, creating beautiful patterns.

pairwise

IPA: /ˈpɛərˌwaɪz/

KK: /ˈpɛrˌwaɪz/

adjective

Definition: Happening in groups of two or involving two things at a time.

Example: The data was analyzed using a pairwise comparison method.

adverb

Definition: Arranged in groups of two.

Example: The data was analyzed pairwise to find relationships between the variables.

palatine

IPA: /ˈpæl.ə.taɪn/

KK: /ˈpæl.ə.taɪn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a palace or royal privileges, or to specific bones in the mouth that form the hard palate.

Example: The palatine tonsils are located at the back of the throat and play a role in the immune system.

noun

Definition: A person who has authority over a specific area or territory, often in a feudal context, or a soldier in certain divisions of the Roman army. It can also refer to specific bones in the mouth that form the hard palate.

Example: The palatine lord ruled over the vast lands with great power and influence.

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