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Topic: Science

pneumatology

IPA: /njuːˌmɛtəˈlɒdʒi/

KK: /nʊˌmætəˈlɑdʒi/

noun

Definition: The study or doctrine related to spiritual beings, particularly focusing on the Holy Spirit and its role in Christianity.

Example: In seminary, we studied pneumatology to understand the nature of the Holy Spirit.

pneumatolytic

IPA: /njuːˌmætəˈlɪtɪk/

KK: /nəˌmætəˈlɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is created or developed by hot gases or liquids that are under pressure.

Example: The geologist studied the pneumatolytic processes that shaped the mineral deposits in the area.

pneumococcal

IPA: //njuːməˈkɒkəl//

KK: /nʊˈmoʊkɑkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of bacteria that can cause infections, especially in the lungs.

Example: The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against serious infections.

pneumococcus

IPA: /njuːməˈkɒkəs/

KK: /njuməˈkɑkəs/

noun

Definition: A type of bacteria that can cause pneumonia and other infections, particularly in the lungs.

Example: The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the infection caused by pneumococcus.

pneumoconiosis

IPA: /ˌnjuːməʊkəˈnəʊsɪs/

KK: /nʊˌmoʊkəˈnoʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: A lung disease caused by breathing in dust, especially from minerals or metals, over a long time.

Example: Workers in certain industries are at risk of developing pneumoconiosis due to dust exposure.

pneumograph

IPA: /ˈnjuːməˌɡrɑːf/

KK: /ˈnjuːməˌɡrɑːf/

noun

Definition: A device that measures and records the movements of the chest while breathing.

Example: The doctor used a pneumograph to monitor the patient's breathing patterns during the test.

pneumonectomy

IPA: /njuːˈmoʊnɛktəmi/

KK: /njuməˈnɛktəmi/

noun

Definition: A surgical procedure to remove all or part of a lung.

Example: The doctor recommended a pneumonectomy to treat the patient's severe lung disease.

pneumonia

IPA: /nəˈmoʊ.njə/

KK: /nʊˈmoʊniə/

noun

Definition: A serious illness that affects the lungs, causing inflammation and making it hard to breathe. It can be caused by infections from germs like bacteria or viruses.

Example: After catching a cold, she developed pneumonia and had to stay in the hospital for treatment.

pneumonic

IPA: /njuˈmɒnɪk/

KK: /nʊˈmɒnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the lungs or conditions affecting them, especially pneumonia.

Example: The doctor explained that pneumonic symptoms can include coughing and difficulty breathing.

pneumonitis

IPA: /njuːˈmoʊnɪtɪs/

KK: /njuməˈnaɪtɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition characterized by inflammation in the lung tissue, which can cause breathing difficulties and other respiratory issues.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with pneumonitis after reviewing her symptoms and medical history.

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