IPA: /ˈhɛmɪptər/
KK: /ˈhɛmɪptər/
Definition: A type of insect that belongs to the order Hemiptera, which includes cicadas, aphids, planthoppers, leafhoppers, and shield bugs.
Example: The garden was filled with various hemipters, including colorful aphids and buzzing cicadas.
IPA: /hɛmˈɪptərən/
KK: /hɛmˈɪptərən/
Definition: Relating to a large order of insects that includes bugs, aphids, and cicadas, characterized by having mouthparts adapted for piercing and sucking.
Example: The hemipteran insects are known for their unique feeding habits.
Definition: A type of insect that belongs to the order Hemiptera, known for having wings that are partly hardened and mouthparts designed for piercing and sucking.
Example: The garden was filled with hemipterans, including aphids and cicadas, which are known for their unique feeding habits.
IPA: /hɛmɪˈptərəs/
KK: /hɛmɪˈptərəs/
Definition: Relating to a specific group of insects known for their piercing or sucking mouthparts and two pairs of wings.
Example: The hemipterous insects, such as aphids and cicadas, are often found in gardens.
IPA: /ˈhɛmɪsfɪə/
KK: /ˈhɛmɪˌsfɪr/
Definition: A part of a sphere that is divided into two equal halves, often used to refer to the Earth or other spherical objects.
Example: The Earth is divided into two hemispheres: the Northern Hemisphere and the Southern Hemisphere.
IPA: /ˌhɛmɪˈsfɪrɛkti/
KK: /hɛmɪˈsfɪrɛkəmi/
Definition: A medical procedure where one half of the brain is surgically removed, often to treat severe epilepsy that cannot be controlled by other means.
Example: The doctors decided to perform a hemispherectomy to help manage the patient's severe seizures.
IPA: /ˌhɛmɪˈsfɛrɪk/
KK: /hɛmɪˈsfɛrɪk/
Definition: Relating to or affecting a half of a sphere, especially in reference to the Earth or brain.
Example: The hemispheric division of the brain plays a crucial role in how we process information.
IPA: /ˌhɛmɪˈsfɪrɪkəl/
KK: /hɛmɪˈsfɪrɪkəl/
Definition: Having the shape of half a sphere.
Example: The dome of the building is hemispherical, giving it a unique appearance.
IPA: /hɛˈmaɪzɪɡəs/
KK: /hɛˈmaɪzɪɡəs/
Definition: Referring to a condition where an organism has only one copy of a gene instead of the usual two, often seen in certain genetic situations like males having one X and one Y chromosome.
Example: In hemizygous individuals, the presence of only one allele can lead to specific genetic traits or deficiencies.
IPA: /ˌhiːməʊˌkrəʊməˈtəʊsɪs/
KK: /hɛmoʊˌkroʊməˈtoʊsɪs/
Definition: A genetic condition where the body absorbs too much iron, leading to its buildup in organs and tissues, which can cause various health problems.
Example: Doctors diagnosed him with hemochromatosis after he showed symptoms of fatigue and joint pain.
IPA: /ˈhɛm.əˌkoʊl/
KK: /hɛməˌkoʊl/
Definition: A space in the body of certain animals, like arthropods and some mollusks, where blood flows and circulates around the organs.
Example: The hemocoel allows the blood to move freely between the organs of the crab.
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