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Topic: Science

exceedance

IPA: /ɪkˈsiːdəns/

KK: /ɪkˈsiːdəns/

noun

Definition: The amount that something goes beyond a set limit or standard, often used in relation to measurements like pollution levels.

Example: The exceedance of the pollution level was reported to the environmental agency.

excide

IPA: /ɪkˈsaɪd/

KK: /ɛkˈsaɪd/

transitive verb

Definition: To cut off or remove something completely.

Example: The gardener decided to excide the dead branches from the tree.

excimer

IPA: /ˈɛksaɪmər/

KK: /ˈɛkˌsaɪmər/

noun

Definition: A type of molecule that is formed when two smaller molecules combine and is in an excited state, often used in lasers.

Example: The excimer laser is widely used in eye surgery.

excipient

IPA: /ɪkˈsɪpiənt/

KK: /ɪkˈsɪpiənt/

noun

Definition: A substance that does not have an active effect but is used to help deliver a drug or medication.

Example: The pharmacist explained that the excipient in the tablet helps the active ingredients work effectively.

exciple

IPA: /ɪkˈsɪpəl/

KK: /ɪkˈsɪpəl/

noun

Definition: The outer part of the reproductive structure of most lichens.

Example: The exciple protects the inner parts of the lichen's reproductive structure.

excision

IPA: /ɪkˈsɪʒən/

KK: /ɪkˈsɪʒən/

noun

Definition: The act of removing something, especially by cutting it out, such as a tumor or a part of text.

Example: The surgeon performed an excision to remove the tumor from the patient's body.

excisional

IPA: /ɪkˈsaɪʒənl/

KK: /ɛkˈsaɪʒənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or involving the surgical removal of tissue or organs.

Example: The doctor recommended an excisional biopsy to remove the suspicious tissue.

excitant

IPA: /ɪkˈsaɪtənt/

KK: /ɪkˈsaɪtənt/

adjective

Definition: Something that causes excitement or stimulation.

Example: The excitant effects of the new drug were evident in the patients' increased energy levels.

noun

Definition: A substance or agent that causes excitement or stimulation in the body or mind.

Example: Caffeine is a common excitant found in coffee and energy drinks.

excitation

IPA: /ˌɛk.saɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

KK: /ɛkˈsaɪteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process or state of being excited, often due to stimulation or energy application, affecting an organ, tissue, or cell.

Example: The excitation of the nerve cells led to a quick response in the body.

excitatory

IPA: /ɪkˈsaɪtəˌtɔri/

KK: /ɪkˈsaɪtəˌtɔri/

adjective

Definition: Causing stimulation or excitement in a biological context, often related to nerve cells or neurotransmitters.

Example: The excitatory signals in the brain help to increase activity and promote communication between neurons.

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