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Topic: Science

instrument

IPA: /ˈɪnstrʊmənt/

KK: /ˈɪnstrəmənt/

noun

Definition: A tool or device used for a specific purpose, such as measuring, recording, or making music.

Example: The musician played a beautiful melody on her instrument.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide or equip something with tools or devices needed for a specific purpose, often in a musical or legal context.

Example: The composer decided to instrument the piece for a full orchestra.

instrumentality

IPA: /ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntəlɪti/

KK: /ɪnstrəˈmɛntəlɪti/

noun

Definition: A way or method to achieve something, often through an organization or agency that helps carry out specific functions or policies.

Example: The instrumentality of the government played a crucial role in implementing the new policy.

instrumentation

IPA: /ˌɪnstrəmenˈteɪʃən/

KK: /ˌɪnstrəmenˈteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The use of instruments for a specific purpose, often in fields like music or science.

Example: The instrumentation for the concert included violins, flutes, and drums.

insufflate

IPA: /ɪnˈsʌf.leɪt/

KK: /ɪnˈsʌf.leɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To blow or breathe a substance into a body cavity or onto a surface, often for medical purposes.

Example: The doctor decided to insufflate the medication into the patient's lungs to improve its effectiveness.

insufflated

IPA: /ɪnˈsʌf.leɪ.tɪd/

KK: /ɪnˈsʌf.leɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Spread or distributed by blowing air or gas into something.

Example: The doctor insufflated the medication into the patient's lungs to help with breathing.

verb

Definition: To blow or inject air or gas into a body cavity or space, often for medical purposes.

Example: The doctor insufflated the gas to help visualize the organs during the procedure.

insufflation

IPA: /ˌɪn.səˈfleɪ.ʃən/

KK: /ɪnˌsʌfˈleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of blowing air or a substance into a body cavity, often used in medical or ceremonial contexts.

Example: The doctor performed an insufflation to deliver the medication directly into the patient's lungs.

insufflator

IPA: /ɪnˈsʌf.leɪ.tər/

KK: /ɪnˈsʌf.leɪ.tər/

noun

Definition: A device or person that blows air or gas into a body cavity or space, often used in medical procedures.

Example: The doctor used an insufflator to expand the patient's abdomen for better visibility during surgery.

insula

IPA: /ˈɪn.sjʊ.lə/

KK: /ˈɪn.sə.lə/

noun

Definition: A part of the brain located deep within the lateral sulcus, involved in various functions including emotion and perception, or a type of building in ancient Rome that housed multiple families in separate apartments.

Example: The insula plays a crucial role in processing emotions and sensory information.

insulant

IPA: /ˈɪn.sə.lənt/

KK: /ˈɪnsələnt/

noun

Definition: A material that prevents the transfer of heat, sound, or electricity.

Example: The builder used a special insulant to keep the house warm in winter.

insulate

IPA: /ˈɪn.sə.leɪt/

KK: /ˈɪn.sə.leɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To cover or surround something to stop heat, electricity, or sound from passing through it.

Example: We need to insulate the house to keep it warm in winter.

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