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Example sentence • Exposure to certain toxines can cause severe health problems.
10 4 noun
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noun
• a potent carcinogen from the fungus Aspergillus; can be produced and stored for use as a bioweapon
Example sentence • Exposure to aflatoxins can lead to various health problems.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• an antibody that can neutralize a specific toxin
Example sentence • Doctors administered antitoxins to counteract the harmful bacteria in the patient's body.
7 3 noun
n
noun
• any of several toxic or carcinogenic hydrocarbons that occur as impurities in herbicides
Example sentence • Exposure to dioxins can lead to serious health problems.
10 4 noun
n
noun
• a toxin that is confined inside the microorganisms and is released only when the microorganisms are broken down or die
Example sentence • Scientists are researching ways to remove endotoxins from medical equipment to prevent infections.
9 3
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• a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Naprosyn) used in the treatment of arthritis and musculoskeletal inflammation and moderate pain
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10 4 noun
n
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• a powerful neurotoxin produced by certain dinoflagellates found in red tides; it can accumulate in mollusks that feed on the dinoflagellates and cause food poisoning to humans
Example sentence • The presence of saxitoxins in shellfish can cause paralytic shellfish poisoning in humans.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• hormone produced by the thyroid glands to regulate metabolism by controlling the rate of oxidation in cells
Example sentence • The level of thyroxins in the body can affect metabolic rate.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• the sound of an alarm (usually a bell)
Example sentence • The tocsins rang out as a warning of the approaching enemy.
6 2 noun
n
noun
• a poisonous substance produced during the metabolism and growth of certain microorganisms and some higher plant and animal species
Example sentence • Exposure to environmental toxins can have detrimental effects on our health.
12 5 noun
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noun
• a cytotoxin specific for the cells of the intestinal mucosa
Example sentence • The presence of enterotoxins in contaminated food can cause severe food poisoning.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• an amphibious division of the United States Navy
8 3 verb
v
verb
• form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case
Example sentence • She imagines herself living in a different country.
12 5 noun
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Example sentence • Researchers are studying the potential therapeutic effects of immunotoxins in cancer treatment.
9 4
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Example sentence • Researchers are studying the effects of neotoxins on human health.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• the expensive white fur of the ermine
Example sentence • The ermines are small carnivorous mammals found in northern regions.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• a small carved or molded figure
Example sentence • She had a collection of porcelain figurines displayed on a shelf.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• a public toilet in a military area
Example sentence • The military base had several latrines for the soldiers to use.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
verb
• turn, shape, mold, or otherwise finish by machinery
Example sentence • The factory is filled with large machines that automate the production process.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• a periodic publication containing pictures and stories and articles of interest to those who purchase it or subscribe to it
Example sentence • I enjoy reading fashion magazines .
5 1 verb
v
verb
• have a desire for something or someone who is not present
Example sentence • She pines for her lost love.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a deep narrow steep-sided valley (especially one formed by running water)
Example sentence • The hikers followed a narrow trail that snaked through the deep ravines .
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a submersible warship usually armed with torpedoes
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• beneath the surface of the sea
verb
• move forward or under in a sliding motion
Example sentence • The navy deployed several submarines to search for the missing ship.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• a shallow drum with a single drumhead and with metallic disks in the sides
Example sentence • She played the tambourines during the musical performance.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• immunogen consisting of a suspension of weakened or dead pathogenic cells injected in order to stimulate the production of antibodies
Example sentence • Many countries have implemented national immunization programs to distribute vaccines .
7 2 adverb, noun
adv, n
noun
• tall iced drink of liquor (usually gin) with fruit juice
9 2 noun
n
noun
• a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
Example sentence • She enjoys hiking in the mountains during her summer vacations.
10 4 noun
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noun
• an orange-red crystalline compound used in making red pigments and in dyeing
8 3 adjective
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7 2 noun
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• a complex inorganic compound that contains ammonia molecules
Example sentence • The ligand ethylenediamine can form two different ammines with cobalt(II) chloride.
11 4 verb, noun, adjective
v, n, adj
adjective
• relating to or characteristic of malaria mosquitoes
noun
• any mosquito of the genus Anopheles
Example sentence • Scientists study anophelines to better understand their behavior and ecology.
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Example sentence • Doctors often prescribe antipyrines to reduce fever and pain.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• two-masted sailing vessel square-rigged on the foremast and fore-and-aft rigged on the mainmast
Example sentence • The museum had a collection of ancient brigantines on display.
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Example sentence • The doctor prescribed bromocriptines to help reduce the symptoms of hyperprolactinemia.
8 3 noun
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Example sentence • These cyanines are used in various research applications.
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Example sentence • The doctor prescribed cyclosporines to treat the patient's severe psoriasis.
8 2 verb, noun
v, n
verb
• decree or designate beforehand
Example sentence • Her talent and dedication destines her to become a successful musician.
10 3 verb
v
verb
• establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study
Example sentence • She determines to study abroad next year.
9 2 noun
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Example sentence • The dextrines are a group of carbohydrates produced from the enzymatic or acid hydrolysis of starch.
11 3 noun
n
verb
• develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control
Example sentence • Physics and chemistry are two examples of scientific disciplines .
9 2 noun
n
noun
• a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school
Example sentence • Different religions have different doctrines regarding the afterlife.
8 3 noun
n
noun
• an amine containing the double bond linkage -C=C-N-
Example sentence • The reaction of enamines with electrophiles forms carbon-carbon bonds.
10 3 noun
n
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 pituitary gland is one of the main endocrines in the body.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work
Example sentence • They are developing more fuel-efficient engines for airplanes.
10 3 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• white odorless powdered or crystalline alkaloid from plants of the genus Ephedra (especially Ephedra sinica) or made synthetically; used as a bronchodilator to treat bronchitis and asthma
Example sentence • Many athletes use ephedrines as a performance-enhancing drug.
8 3 noun
n
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8 3
noun
• a soft cotton or worsted fabric with an open mesh; used for curtains or clothing etc.
Example sentence • The etamines of this flower are pink in color.
8 3 verb
v
verb
• consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
Example sentence • She examines the patient's heartbeat with her stethoscope.
10 3
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