13 5 noun
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• the marked and rapid transformation of a larva into an adult that occurs in some animals
Example sentence • We learned about the metaphorical metamorphoses in Kafka's novel 'The Metamorphosis'.
12 5 noun
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• massive powerful herbivorous odd-toed ungulate of southeast Asia and Africa having very thick skin and one or two horns on the snout
Example sentence • There are five species of rhinoceroses in the world.
8 4 noun
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• a disorder of the glands of the body
9 4 noun
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noun
• abnormally high alkalinity (low hydrogen-ion concentration) of the blood and other body tissues
Example sentence • Respiratory alkaloses are caused by excessive breathing.
9 4 noun
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noun
• partial or total loss of sight without pathology of the eye; caused by disease of optic nerve or retina or brain
8 4 noun
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• (grammar) The consequential clause in a conditional sentence.
9 4 noun
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• a type of cell death in which the cell uses specialized cellular machinery to kill itself; a cell suicide mechanism that enables metazoans to control cell number and eliminate cells that threaten the animal's survival
Example sentence • The process of apoptoses plays a crucial role in the development and maintenance of tissues.
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9 4 noun
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Example sentence • The doctor explained the different types of hematoses to the patient.
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10 4
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• The inner curve of an arch or vault.
Example sentence • The intradoses of the arch were adorned with intricate carvings.
9 4
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• a simple sugar found in honey and in many ripe fruits
9 4 noun
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• Generally a screen or embankment to protect the rear of a position from enemy attack, from bomb splinters from behind, from enemy fire from a commanding height, or fire from flanking positions. In common English usage since World War II, the term "parados", particularly in trench warfare, has largely been discarded in favour of "rear parapet", which, etymologically speaking, is a contradiction in terms. In some contexts the term "rear traverse" is preferred, but no usage is exclusive. In fortifications that were enfiladed by enemy in positions commanding the fort, an internal parados could defilade the enemy, serving as physical protection and blindage. Usages of the term have varied inconsistently according to times and sources. Some sources use parados as a synonym for a traverse; some other sources represent parados as a special class of traverse and not necessarily at the back of any particular position. In trench warfare parados referred to a bank of earth or similar material behind the rear of the trench, opposite the parapet, affording protection from explosions and fragments when shells or bombs overshot the trench.
11 4 noun
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• a chronic disease of unknown cause marked by the formation of nodules in the lungs and liver and lymph glands and salivary glands
Example sentence • The progression of sarcoidoses varies from person to person.
11 4 noun
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• an acute infection of the intestine by shigella bacteria; characterized by diarrhea and fever and abdominal pains
Example sentence • Proper hand hygiene is important in preventing shigelloses .
12 6 noun
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• abnormal loss of bony tissue resulting in fragile porous bones attributable to a lack of calcium; most common in postmenopausal women
Example sentence • People with osteoporoses are at a higher risk of injuries.
10 3 noun
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• a feeling of jealous envy (especially of a rival)
Example sentence • Her constant jealousies caused a strain on their relationship.
8 3 noun
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• the jurisdiction or office of an abbot
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11 4 noun
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• the attribute of being so near as to be touching
Example sentence • The map shows the adjacencies between countries in Europe.
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Example sentence • The conference addressed the issue of aliteracies in the education system.
9 5 noun
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noun
• infection by a disease-causing ameba
Example sentence • Scientists are studying different amebiases to develop better treatment options.
10 5 noun
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• infection by a disease-causing ameba
Example sentence • The doctor diagnosed him with amoebiases after examining his stool sample.
8 4 noun, adjective
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noun
• A military march up-country, especially that of Cyrus the Younger into Asia.
Example sentence • She bought a book on anabases and was excited to learn about the journeys of ancient Greek soldiers.
9 4 noun
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• the case history of a medical patient as recalled by the patient
Example sentence • The doctor asked the patient about their anamneses .
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10 4 noun
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• the state of having rejected your religious beliefs for your political party or a cause (often in favor of opposing beliefs or causes)
Example sentence • Her numerous apostasies led many to question her religious beliefs.
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Example sentence • The apotheces are filled with traditional herbal remedies.
12 5 noun
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• the diocese of an archbishop
Example sentence • There are several archdioceses in the country.
8 3 noun
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• one or more large merchant ships
Example sentence • The harbor was filled with argosies from distant lands, carrying goods and treasures.
10 5 noun
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• infestation of the human intestine with Ascaris roundworms
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11 4 noun
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• a political system governed by a single individual
Example sentence • Historically, autocracies have been characterized by an authoritarian rule.
11 5 noun
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• biological theft; illegal collection of indigenous plants by corporations who patent them for their own use
Example sentence • The biopiracies committed by certain pharmaceutical companies have had severe implications for indigenous communities.
12 5 noun
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• production of a chemical compound by a living organism
Example sentence • The biosyntheses of amino acids involve intricate biochemical pathways.
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Example sentence • The most common symptom of bronchiectases is a persistent cough with lots of mucus production.
9 4 verb
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• pathological breakdown of cells by the destruction of their outer membrane
Example sentence • The drug cytolyses cancer cells.
10 4 noun
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• the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent
Example sentence • The delegates discussed the importance of preserving cultural delegacies .
11 4 noun
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• the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives
Example sentence • Many modern democracies have a system of checks and balances.
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10 5 noun
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• passage of blood cells (especially white blood cells) through intact capillary walls and into the surrounding tissue
9 4 noun
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• the main (mid) section of a long bone
Example sentence • The diaphyses of long bones are elongated and cylindrical in shape.
9 4 noun
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noun
• alternation of sexual and asexual generations
8 4 noun
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noun
• the territorial jurisdiction of a bishop
Example sentence • There are 195 dioceses in the United States.
11 4 noun
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• negotiation between nations
Example sentence • The diplomat presented the president with a variety of diplomacies to choose from.
13 4 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• an expression of lack of respect
Example sentence • He was known for his numerous discourtesies towards his colleagues.
9 3 noun
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• a state of being carried away by overwhelming emotion
Example sentence • She experienced overwhelming ecstasies when she won the gold medal.
12 5 noun
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• the trait of being effeminate (derogatory of a man)
Example sentence • The effeminacies displayed by the male models on the runway were unconventional but intriguing.
10 4 noun
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• capacity or power to produce a desired effect
Example sentence • The efficacies of different medicines vary depending on the individual.
13 5 noun
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• hypertrophy of certain body parts (usually legs and scrotum); the end state of the disease filariasis
Example sentence • The symptoms of elephantiases include severe swelling and thickening of the skin.
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