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Topic: Science

anamnesis

IPA: /ˌæn.əmˈniː.sɪs/

KK: /ˌænəmˈniːsɪs/

noun

Definition: A complete history or recollection of a person's past experiences, often used in medical or psychological contexts.

Example: The doctor took an anamnesis to understand the patient's medical history better.

anamnestic

IPA: /əˈnæmnɛstɪk/

KK: /əˈnæmnɛstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the process of remembering or recalling memories; it can also refer to something that helps with memory.

Example: The anamnestic approach in therapy helps patients recall important events from their past.

anandamide

IPA: /əˈnændəˌmaɪd/

KK: /əˈnændəˌmaɪd/

noun

Definition: A natural substance found in the brain that interacts with specific receptors, similar to compounds found in cannabis.

Example: Anandamide plays a role in regulating mood and memory.

anaphase

IPA: /ˈænəfeɪz/

KK: /ˈænəˌfeɪz/

noun

Definition: The phase in cell division where chromosomes separate and move to opposite sides of the cell.

Example: During anaphase, the sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite ends of the cell.

anaphasic

IPA: /ˌænəˈfeɪzɪk/

KK: /əˈnæfəˌzɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a specific stage in cell division where chromosomes separate and move to opposite ends of the cell.

Example: During anaphasic events, the chromosomes are pulled apart to ensure each new cell receives the correct number of chromosomes.

anaphrodisiac

IPA: /ˌænəfrəˈdɪziˌæk/

KK: /ˌænəfrəˈdɪziˌæk/

adjective

Definition: Something that reduces or suppresses sexual desire.

Example: Some medications can act as an anaphrodisiac, making it difficult to feel attracted to others.

noun

Definition: A substance that decreases or stops sexual desire and interest.

Example: Some people believe that certain foods can act as an anaphrodisiac, reducing sexual desire.

anaphylactic

IPA: /ˌænəfɪˈlæktɪk/

KK: /ˌænəfɪˈlæktɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a severe allergic reaction that can cause serious health issues.

Example: The doctor explained that the patient had an anaphylactic reaction to the medication.

anaphylactoid

IPA: /ˌænəfɪˈlæktɔɪd/

KK: /ˌænəˈfaɪlækˌtɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling a severe allergic reaction that can occur suddenly and may be life-threatening.

Example: The patient experienced an anaphylactoid reaction after eating shellfish.

anaphylaxis

IPA: /ˌænəfəˈlæksɪs/

KK: /ˌænəfəˈlæksɪs/

noun

Definition: A severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that occurs rapidly after exposure to an allergen, such as certain foods, medications, or insect stings.

Example: The patient experienced anaphylaxis after eating peanuts, requiring immediate medical attention.

anaplasia

IPA: /ˌænəˈpleɪziə/

KK: /ˌænəˈpleɪziə/

noun

Definition: A condition where cells revert to a less mature or less specialized form, often seen in cancerous tumors.

Example: The doctor explained that anaplasia can indicate a more aggressive type of cancer.

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