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Topic: Science

apparatus

IPA: /əˈpærətəs/

KK: /əˈpærətəs/

noun

Definition: A set of equipment or devices used for a specific purpose, often in scientific or technical contexts.

Example: The laboratory was filled with various types of apparatus for conducting experiments.

appendage

IPA: /əˈpɛndɪdʒ/

KK: /əˈpɛndɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: A part of a body or an object that is attached to something larger or more important, like an arm or a tail.

Example: The octopus has several appendages that help it move and catch food.

appendectomy

IPA: /ˌæp.ənˈdɛk.tə.mi/

KK: /əˌpɛndɛkˈtoʊmi/

noun

Definition: A medical procedure in which the appendix, a small tube attached to the large intestine, is surgically removed.

Example: After experiencing severe abdominal pain, the doctor recommended an appendectomy to remove the inflamed appendix.

appendicectomy

IPA: /əˌpɛndɪˈsɛktəmi/

KK: /əˌpɛndɪˈsɛktəmi/

noun

Definition: A surgical operation to remove the appendix, which is a small tube attached to the large intestine.

Example: After experiencing severe pain, the doctor recommended an appendicectomy to remove the inflamed appendix.

appendicitis

IPA: /əˌpɛn.dɪˈsaɪ.tɪs/

KK: /əˌpɛndɪˈsaɪtɪs/

noun

Definition: A medical condition where the appendix, a small tube attached to the large intestine, becomes swollen and inflamed, often causing pain and requiring surgical removal.

Example: He was diagnosed with appendicitis and had to undergo surgery to remove his appendix.

appendicular

IPA: /əˈpɛndɪkjʊlər/

KK: /əˈpɛndɪkjələr/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is related to or consists of limbs or appendages, particularly in the context of anatomy.

Example: The appendicular skeleton includes the bones of the arms and legs.

appendix

IPA: /əˈpɛndɪks/

KK: /əˈpɛndɪks/

noun

Definition: A section at the end of a book or document that provides additional information or material related to the main content.

Example: The report included an appendix with detailed statistics and charts.

appestat

IPA: /ˈæpɪstæt/

KK: /ˈæpɪstæt/

noun

Definition: A part of the brain that helps control hunger and the desire to eat.

Example: The appestat plays a crucial role in determining when we feel hungry.

applicability

IPA: /ˌæplɪkəˈbɪləti/

KK: /æplɪkəˈbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The extent to which something is relevant or suitable for a particular purpose.

Example: The applicability of the new law to small businesses is still being debated.

applicator

IPA: /ˈæplɪˌkeɪtə/

KK: /ˈæplɪˌkeɪtər/

noun

Definition: A tool used to apply a substance, like medicine or glue, to a surface or area.

Example: The nurse used an applicator to put the ointment on the patient's wound.

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