English to English Dictionary

Pacaka

In Ayurvedic medicine and traditional physiology, the subdosha of Pitta located in the lower stomach and small intestine responsible for digestion and metabolism.

Pachytene

The third stage of the prophase of meiosis, following zygotene and preceding diplotene, during which the homologous chromosomes become short and thick and crossing over occurs.

Pacinian corpuscle

An oval-shaped mechanoreceptor located in the skin and deep tissues, sensitive to vibration and deep pressure.

Paclitaxel

A mitotic inhibitor used as a chemotherapy medication to treat various types of cancer, including breast, ovarian, and lung cancer.

Paddywhack

A sharp blow or a smart slap.

Paean

A song or expression of praise, triumph, or thanksgiving.

Paedophile

An adult who is sexually attracted to children, typically prepubescent or early pubesence.

Paedophilia

A psychiatric condition or psychological pattern characterized by a primary or exclusive sexual attraction to prepubescent children.

Paigle

A traditional English regional name for the cowslip (Primula veris).

Painter's colic

Severe abdominal pain caused by lead poisoning, formerly common among painters who used lead-containing pigments.

Paleotropics

The biogeographical region consisting of the tropics of the Old World, including Africa, tropical Asia, and Australasia.

Palimpsest

A manuscript or piece of writing material on which the original writing has been scraped to make room for newer text, but where traces of the earlier text remain visible.