7 2 noun
n
noun
• the secretion of an endocrine gland that is transmitted by the blood to the tissue on which it has a specific effect
Example sentence • Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• (meteorology) rapid inward circulation of air masses about a low pressure center; circling counterclockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and clockwise in the southern
Example sentence • The cyclone caused widespread damage and destruction.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• a potent androgenic hormone produced chiefly by the testes; responsible for the development of male secondary sex characteristics
Example sentence • Athletes sometimes take artificial testosterone to enhance their performance.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action
Example sentence • She felt a rush of adrenaline as she bungee jumped off the bridge.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• a steroid hormone (trade name Lipo-Lutin) produced in the ovary; prepares and maintains the uterus for pregnancy
Example sentence • Some women may experience low levels of progesterone during certain phases of their menstrual cycle.
8 3 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• a general term for female steroid sex hormones that are secreted by the ovary and responsible for typical female sexual characteristics
Example sentence • High levels of estrogen during pregnancy contribute to the growth of the fetus.
12 4 noun
n
noun
• an androgenic hormone that is less active than testosterone
Example sentence • The level of androsterone in the body is typically higher in males than in females.
9 3 noun, adjective
n, adj
adjective
• of or belonging to endocrine glands or their secretions
noun
• the secretion of an endocrine gland that is transmitted by the blood to the tissue on which it has a specific effect
Example sentence • The endocrine system is responsible for regulating hormone production in the body.
9 4 noun
n
noun
• hormone secreted by the pineal gland
Example sentence • Some people take melatonin as a supplement to improve sleep.
5 2 adverb, adjective
adv, adj
adverb
• without any others being included or involved
Example sentence • He preferred to work alone on the project.
5 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals back into sounds
verb
• get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone
Example sentence • I forgot my phone at home.
5 1 noun
n
noun
• a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
adjective satellite
• of any of various dull tannish or grey colors
verb
• kill by throwing stones at
Example sentence • She skipped a stone across the surface of the lake.
8 3 noun, adjective
n, adj
adjective
• of or relating to or characteristic of Egypt or its people or their language
noun
• a native or inhabitant of Egypt
7 2 noun
n
noun
• English writer and lexicographer (1709-1784)
9 3 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• a cocktail made with whiskey and sweet vermouth with a dash of bitters
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a child who has lost both parents
Example sentence • The orphan lived in a foster home until he was adopted.
3 1 noun
n
noun
• a United States unit of weight equivalent to 2000 pounds
Example sentence • He bought a ton of books at the bookstore.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• a hand-held mobile radiotelephone for use in an area divided into small sections, each with its own short-range transmitter/receiver
Example sentence • I forgot my cellphone at home.
4 1 noun
n
noun
• any cone-shaped artifact
Example sentence • I bought an ice cream cone .
4 1 adjective
adj
adjective satellite
• lacking companions or companionship
Example sentence • I saw a lone bird perched on the telephone wire.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• device for converting sound waves into electrical energy
Example sentence • She held the microphone close to her mouth as she sang.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals back into sounds
verb
• get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone
Example sentence • I need to make an important phone call on the telephone .
6 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• the chair of state for a monarch, bishop, etc.
verb
• sit on the throne as a ruler
Example sentence • The king sat proudly upon his golden throne .
4 1 noun
n
noun
• the quality of a person's voice
verb
• utter monotonously and repetitively and rhythmically
Example sentence • I like the tone of this painting; it feels calm and serene.
4 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a locally circumscribed place characterized by some distinctive features
verb
• regulate housing in; of certain areas of towns
Example sentence • She entered the quiet zone of the library.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• a person employed to represent a business and to sell its merchandise (as to customers in a store or to customers who are visited)
Example sentence • The salesperson helped me find the perfect dress for the occasion.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• in societies practicing shamanism: one acting as a medium between the visible and spirit worlds; practices sorcery for healing or divination
Example sentence • The shaman chanted and danced around the ritual fire.
5 2 verb
v
Example sentence • He tried to atone for his mistake by apologizing to his friend.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• a central cohesive source of support and stability
Example sentence • The spine is the backbone of the human body.
9 2 noun
n
Example sentence • The smell of brimstone filled the air after the volcanic eruption.
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