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Topic: Science

inoculator

IPA: /ɪˈnɒkjʊleɪtə/

KK: /ɪˈnɑkjʊˌleɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person who introduces a substance into a living organism to create immunity or to propagate plants or diseases.

Example: The inoculator carefully administered the vaccine to ensure the patients developed immunity.

inoculum

IPA: /ɪˈnɒkjʊləm/

KK: /ɪˈnɑːkjələm/

noun

Definition: A substance used to introduce a microorganism into a host or environment for the purpose of inducing immunity or growth.

Example: The scientist prepared the inoculum to test its effectiveness in stimulating the immune response.

inoperative

IPA: /ɪnˈɒpərətɪv/

KK: /ɪnˈɒpərətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Not working or not having any effect; something that is not functioning as it should.

Example: The old machine is inoperative and needs to be repaired.

inoperativeness

IPA: /ɪnˈɒpəreɪtɪvnəs/

KK: /ɪnˈɒpərətɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The condition where something is not working or functioning properly.

Example: The inoperativeness of the machinery caused delays in production.

inorganic

IPA: /ɪnˈɔːrɪŋɪk/

KK: /ɪnˈɔrɪŋɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to substances that do not contain carbon-based compounds, often referring to minerals or synthetic materials.

Example: Salt is an inorganic compound that does not contain carbon.

inorganically

IPA: /ɪnˈɔːɡənɪkli/

KK: /ɪnˈɔrɡənɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that does not involve organic substances or living organisms.

Example: The chemicals reacted inorganically, producing a new compound without any biological influence.

inosculate

IPA: /ɪˈnɒskjʊleɪt/

KK: /ɪˈnɒskjʊleɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To join or connect together, especially in a way that creates a continuous or unified structure.

Example: The two branches of the tree inosculate, forming a single trunk.

transitive verb

Definition: To connect or join two things together, especially in a way that allows them to share or exchange something.

Example: The surgeon had to inosculate the blood vessels during the operation to ensure proper circulation.

inosculation

IPA: /ɪˈnɒskjʊleɪt/

KK: /ɪˈnɒskjʊleɪt/

noun

Definition: A connection or joining of two or more vessels or channels, allowing their contents to flow between them.

Example: The inosculation of the blood vessels is crucial for proper circulation.

inosine

IPA: /ɪˈnoʊziːn/

KK: /ɪˈnoʊsaɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of nucleoside that is made from hypoxanthine and ribose, and is important in the formation of certain nucleotides in the body.

Example: Inosine is often studied for its role in cellular metabolism and energy production.

inosite

IPA: /ɪˈnoʊsaɪt/

KK: /ɪˈnoʊsaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of sugar alcohol that is often found in plants and is related to the vitamin B complex. It is commonly used in dietary supplements and has various health benefits.

Example: Many people take inosite as a supplement to support their mental health.

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