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Topic: Science

sympatholytic

IPA: /ˌsɪm.pə.θəˈlɪt.ɪk/

KK: /sɪmˌpæθəˈlɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of treatment or drug that reduces or opposes the effects of the sympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for the body's 'fight or flight' response.

Example: The doctor prescribed a sympatholytic medication to help lower the patient's blood pressure.

noun

Definition: A type of medication that reduces the activity of the sympathetic nervous system, often used to help lower blood pressure.

Example: The doctor prescribed a sympatholytic to help manage her high blood pressure.

sympathomimetic

IPA: /ˌsɪm.pə.θoʊˈmɪ.mɛ.tɪk/

KK: /sɪmˌpæθoʊˈmɪmətɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to substances that produce effects similar to those caused by the sympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for the body's 'fight or flight' response.

Example: The doctor prescribed a sympathomimetic drug to help relieve the patient's asthma symptoms.

noun

Definition: A type of drug that mimics the effects of the sympathetic nervous system, often used to increase heart rate or blood pressure.

Example: The doctor prescribed a sympathomimetic to help improve the patient's breathing during the asthma attack.

sympatric

IPA: /sɪmˈpætrɪk/

KK: /sɪmˈpætrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing species or populations that live in the same geographic area but do not interbreed with each other.

Example: The two species of frogs are sympatric, meaning they share the same habitat but do not mate with one another.

sympatrically

IPA: /sɪmˈpætrɪkli/

KK: /sɪmˈpætrɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that refers to species or populations existing in the same geographical area or region.

Example: The two species evolved sympatrically, sharing the same habitat without geographical barriers.

sympatry

IPA: /sɪmˈpætri/

KK: /sɪmˈpætri/

noun

Definition: The situation where different species or forms live in the same geographic area and can interact with each other.

Example: In sympatry, two species may compete for the same resources in their shared habitat.

symphyseal

IPA: //sɪmˈfɪziəl//

KK: /sɪmˈfɪziəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of joint where two bones are connected by cartilage, allowing for limited movement.

Example: The symphyseal joint in the pelvis provides stability during walking.

symphysis

IPA: /ˈsɪm.fɪ.sɪs/

KK: /ˈsɪmfɪsɪs/

noun

Definition: A type of joint where two bones grow together, often found in the pelvis or jaw, allowing limited movement.

Example: The symphysis between the two pubic bones provides stability during walking.

symposium

IPA: /sɪmˈpəʊziəm/

KK: /sɪmˈpoʊziəm/

noun

Definition: A meeting or conference where people gather to discuss a specific topic, often involving presentations and discussions.

Example: The university hosted a symposium on climate change to bring together experts and share their research.

symptom

IPA: /ˈsɪmptəm/

KK: /ˈsɪmptəm/

noun

Definition: A sign that shows something is wrong, especially related to health or a condition.

Example: A cough can be a symptom of a cold or flu.

symptomatic

IPA: /ˌsɪmptəˈmætɪk/

KK: /sɪmˈptæmətɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or indicating the symptoms of a disease or condition.

Example: The doctor noted that the patient's fever was symptomatic of an infection.

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