10 3 noun
n
noun
• blood cells that engulf and digest bacteria and fungi; an important part of the body's defense system
Example sentence • The presence of high levels of leukocytes in the blood can indicate an infection.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• an agranulocytic leukocyte that normally makes up a quarter of the white blood cell count but increases in the presence of infection
Example sentence • The main function of lymphocytes is to fight off infections.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• a mature blood cell that contains hemoglobin to carry oxygen to the bodily tissues; a biconcave disc that has no nucleus
Example sentence • The main function of erythrocytes is to carry oxygen from the lungs to the tissues.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• blood cells that engulf and digest bacteria and fungi; an important part of the body's defense system
Example sentence • Abnormal counts of leucocytes may indicate an underlying health issue.
3 1 verb, adverb
v, adv
Example sentence • She asked me if I could help her, and I said yes .
10 3 noun
n
noun
• comparatively large neuroglial cell
Example sentence • Reactive astrocytes are observed in response to brain injury or inflammation.
10 3 noun
n
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11 3 noun
n
noun
• any of the flagellated cells in sponges having a collar of cytoplasm around the flagellum; they maintain a flow of water through the body
Example sentence • The flagella on the choanocytes help propel water and filter microorganisms.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• A cell with multiple nuclei, found in fungi, algae, protists and slime molds.
Example sentence • The coenocytes in the organism function as the main site of nutrient absorption.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• Any blood cell, especially that of an invertebrate
Example sentence • The main function of hemocytes in insects is to defend against pathogens and parasites.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• abnormally large red blood cell (associated with pernicious anemia)
Example sentence • Anemia is sometimes associated with an increase in macrocytes .
9 3 noun
n
noun
• a type of granular leukocyte that functions in the ingestion of bacteria
Example sentence • The presence of monocytes in the blood can indicate infection or inflammation.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a cell that engulfs and digests debris and invading microorganisms
Example sentence • The presence of phagocytes indicates an immune response.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• A lymphocyte, produced in the thymus, that develops into a T cell
Example sentence • The development of thymocytes involves a series of complex processes.
5 1 verb
v
Example sentence • May God bless you on your birthday.
5 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a one-piece garment for a woman; has skirt and bodice
adjective satellite
• suitable for formal occasions
Example sentence • I bought a new dress for the party.
4 1 adverb, adjective
adv, adj
adjective
• (comparative of `little' usually used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning not as great in amount or degree
adverb
• used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs, indicates that the adjective or adverb is less of something
adjective satellite
• (usually preceded by `no') lower in quality
Example sentence • He had less time to complete the task.
4 1 noun
n
noun
• a state of confusion and disorderliness
Example sentence • Don't make a mess in the kitchen.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• a female member of a royal family other than the queen (especially the daughter of a sovereign)
Example sentence • The princess wore a beautiful gown to the ball.
7 2 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a particular course of action intended to achieve a result
verb
• subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition
Example sentence • Baking a cake requires a step-by-step process .
7 2 noun
n
noun
• an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
Example sentence • She worked hard and achieved great success in her career.
5 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a formation of people or things one beside another
verb
• be in line with; form a line along
Example sentence • The artist used bold lines to create a striking composition.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• A type of cell, present in adipose tissue, where fat is stored as a source of energy
Example sentence • The accumulation of adipocytes can lead to weight gain.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• a leukocyte that has granules in its cytoplasm
Example sentence • The bone marrow produces granulocytes .
11 4 noun
n
noun
• Any of the cells in the liver responsible for the metabolism of protein, carbohydrate and lipid and for detoxification.
Example sentence • In liver diseases, the number of hepatocytes may decrease.
14 5 noun
n
noun
• a large bone marrow cell; regarded as the source of blood platelets
Example sentence • The enlargement of megakaryocytes can be an indication of a blood disorder.
11 4 noun
n
noun
• a cell in the basal layer of the epidermis that produces melanin under the control of the melanocyte-stimulating hormone
Example sentence • Damage to the melanocytes can lead to skin conditions such as vitiligo.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• an immature leukocyte normally found in bone marrow
Example sentence • The presence of myelocytes in the blood may indicate a disorder.
13 4 noun
n
noun
• a male gametocyte that develops into four spermatids
Example sentence • Each sporangium contains numerous spermatocytes waiting to undergo maturation.
10 4 noun
n
Example sentence • The function of osteocytes is to maintain and regulate bone tissue.
6 2 verb
v
noun
• a gentle affectionate stroking (or something resembling it)
verb
• touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner
Example sentence • He gently caressed her cheek with his fingertips.
5 1 noun
n
noun
• weedy annual native to Europe but widely distributed as a weed especially in wheat
Example sentence • I love playing chess with my brother.
7 2 verb
v
verb
• confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure
Example sentence • I confess that I have been lying to you.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• a meeting of elected or appointed representatives
Example sentence • The congress will meet next week to discuss the new budget proposal.
7 3 noun
n
noun
• a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury
Example sentence • She filed a lawsuit seeking damages for personal injury.
6 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• a quantity much larger than is needed
adjective satellite
• more than is needed, desired, or required
Example sentence • There was an excess of food left over after the party.
7 2 verb
v
noun
• the act of coercing someone into government service
verb
• have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
Example sentence • She tried hard to impress her boss by working late every day.
6 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch)
verb
• to stress, single out as important
Example sentence • She is under a lot of stress at work.
7 2 verb
v
noun
• partial or complete nakedness
Example sentence • She undressed quickly and jumped into the shower.
6 2 verb
v
verb
• evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of
Example sentence • I need to assess the situation before making a decision.
8 2 verb
v
noun
• a cloth pad or dressing (with or without medication) applied firmly to some part of the body (to relieve discomfort or reduce fever)
verb
• make more compact by or as if by pressing
Example sentence • She used a compressor to compress the air in the tires.
7 2 verb
v
verb
• lose clarity or turn aside especially from the main subject of attention or course of argument in writing, thinking, or speaking
Example sentence • I don't want to digress from our main topic, but I have a quick question.
2 1
noun
• a radioactive transuranic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons
Example sentence • Mi hermana es muy inteligente.
4 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• (heraldry) an ordinary consisting of a broad horizontal band across a shield
Example sentence • I need you to fess up and tell me the truth.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• internal organs collectively (especially those in the abdominal cavity)
Example sentence • He couldn't sleep because of the gnawing pain in his insides .
9 3 noun
n
Example sentence • She was known as the notorious murderess of the city.
4 1 noun
n
noun
• a strip of land projecting into a body of water
6 2 verb
v
verb
• haunt like a ghost; pursue
Example sentence • The new album has been released and fans are already obsessing over it.
7 2 verb
v
verb
• come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority
Example sentence • The government should not oppress its citizens.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• an animal order including lemurs and tarsiers and monkeys and apes and human beings
Example sentence • The study of primates can provide insights into human evolution.
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