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Topic: Science

totalize

IPA: /ˈtoʊtəˌlaɪz/

KK: /ˈtoʊtəlˌaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To combine or add things together to get a single total amount.

Example: The accountant will totalize all the expenses for the month.

totipotency

IPA: /ˌtoʊtɪˈpoʊtənsi/

KK: /tɑːtəˈpoʊtənsi/

noun

Definition: The capability of a cell to develop into any type of cell or tissue, allowing it to form a complete organism or part of one.

Example: In embryonic development, totipotency allows a single fertilized egg to become a complete organism.

totipotent

IPA: //toʊtɪˈpoʊtənt//

KK: /toʊtɪˈpoʊtənt/

adjective

Definition: Able to develop into any type of cell or tissue in an organism, including forming a complete organism.

Example: The fertilized egg is totipotent, meaning it can develop into any type of cell in the body.

tourmaline

IPA: /ˈtʊə.məˌliːn/

KK: /ˈtʊr.məˌliːn/

noun

Definition: A type of mineral that can have many colors and is often used as a gemstone. It is made up of boron, aluminum, and other elements, and can be found in prismatic crystal shapes.

Example: She wore a beautiful necklace made of green tourmaline.

toxaemia

IPA: /tɒkˈsiːmiə/

KK: /tɑkˈsiːmiə/

noun

Definition: A medical condition characterized by the presence of toxins in the blood, often resulting from infection or other health issues.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with toxaemia after her symptoms worsened.

toxaemic

IPA: /təʊˈziːmɪk/

KK: /tɑˈzɛmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or affected by the presence of toxins in the blood.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with a toxaemic condition that required immediate treatment.

toxaphene

IPA: /tɒkˈsæfiːn/

KK: /tɑkˈsæfin/

noun

Definition: A harmful chemical compound that was used to kill insects but is now banned due to its toxicity.

Example: Farmers used toxaphene to protect their crops from pests before it was banned.

toxemia

IPA: /tɒkˈsiːmiə/

KK: /tɑkˈsiːmiə/

noun

Definition: A medical condition where harmful substances or toxins are present in the blood, often due to infection or the growth of germs.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with toxemia after the tests showed high levels of toxins in her blood.

toxemic

IPA: /tɒkˈsiːmɪk/

KK: /tɑkˈsɛmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a condition in which toxins are present in the blood, often causing illness.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with a toxemic condition that required immediate treatment.

toxicant

IPA: /ˈtɒksɪkənt/

KK: /ˈtɒksɪkənt/

adjective

Definition: Something that is poisonous or harmful to living things.

Example: The toxicant in the water supply caused serious health issues for the community.

noun

Definition: A substance that can cause harm or illness to living organisms.

Example: The toxicant in the water supply made many people sick.

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