Describes a condition in which a valve or an opening is narrowed, obstructing the flow of blood, air, or other substances, often due to scar tissue, calcium deposits, or other factors.
/ˈstɛnəsɪtik/
The quality or state of being a host or guest, especially in the context of hospitality. It can also refer to the authority or duty to act as host or guest, including the provision of accommodations and meals.
/ˈkʌrawnsi/
Incorrectly or improperly grading or recording grades; indicating a mistake or error in the grading process.
/ʌnˈgrædvətʃɪŋ/
having the shape or appearance of bristles, or fine stiff hairs; sharp and stiff; capable of standing up in a tuft.
/ˈbrɪsləlain/
to market or sell under false or misleading conditions, to misrepresent or mislead about the features, quality, or value of a product or service, especially for commercial or competitive purposes.
/ˈmɪsmɑːrk:t/
A type of fungus characterized by its characteristic round to oval cells, commonly seen in yeast-forming fungi. Cytococci are notable for their tough cell walls and ability to grow in human tissues, often causing opportunistic infections in immunocompromised individuals.
Nyctanassa is a genus of deep-sea anglerfish typically found in the mesopelagic and bathypelagic zones of the ocean, characterized by a specialized abdominal lure and a generally ferocious appearance. It is part of the family photichthyidae within the order Lophiiformes.
/ˈnaɪ.ktæ.nə.sə/
Rare, an obsolete term meaning observant or attentive. It is rarely used today and may be considered formal or archaic.
/ɒb.sər.vəˈtɪn/