Italian to English Dictionary (Dizionario Italiano-Inglese)

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.

Paclitaxel

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

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).

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.

Pampism

A quality, cultural trait, or artistic style characteristic of the South American pampas or the life of the gaucho.

Panautomatics

The comprehensive science, study, or application of universal automation across all industrial, computational, and mechanical systems.

Pandied

Punished by receiving a stroke or blows on the hand, typically with a cane or ruler.

Panegyric

A public speech or published text written in praise of someone or something.