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C1 Level Wordlist - The Human Anatomy

Here you will learn some English words about the anatomy of the human body, such as "optical", "anatomy", "pupil", etc. prepared for C1 learners.

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CEFR C1 Vocabulary
anatomy
[noun]

the branch of science that is concerned with the physical structure of humans, animals, or plants

Ex: The textbook anatomy included detailed diagrams of the muscular and skeletal systems .
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optical
[Adjective]

relating to sight or vision

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oral
[Adjective]

involving or related to the mouth

Ex: He had oral surgery to remove a cyst from his gums .
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lens
[noun]

(anatomy) the clear elastic part of the eye that concentrates light in order for things to be seen clearly

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pupil
[noun]

(anatomy) the small round black area in the center of the eye, through which light enters

Ex: The photographer adjusted the camera settings to capture the reflection of light in the modelpupils.
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cheekbone
[noun]

the bone that is just below the eye

Ex: She admired her grandmother 's cheekbones, a trait that seemed to run in the family .
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the hard inside surface at the top of the mouth

Ex: roof of the mouth is composed of the hard palate at the front and the soft palate at the back .
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jawbone
[noun]

either of the bones that form the jaw, particularly the lower jaw

Ex: The chewing motion of jawbone allows for the grinding and breaking down of food during digestion .
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any of the temporary teeth in young children that falls out and is later replaced with a permanent one

Ex: The toddler proudly exclaimed , " Look , Mommy , baby tooth fell out ! "
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limb
[noun]

an arm or a leg of a person or any four-legged animal, or a wing of any bird

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fingertip
[noun]

the area at the end of a finger

Ex: She felt a drop of rain on fingertip, signaling the start of a light drizzle .
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fist
[noun]

the hand with the fingers tightly bent toward the palm

Ex: The protestor raised a fist in solidarity with the cause , chanting slogans with the crowd .
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gland
[noun]

an organ in the body that produces certain chemical substances to be used in the body or to be discharged into the surroundings

Ex: The doctor prescribed medication to stimulate the production of insulin by the gland in the patient with diabetes .
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saliva
[noun]

the liquid produced in the mouth to make chewing and swallowing easier and to prepare food for digestion

Ex: The forensic scientist saliva samples from the crime scene to extract DNA evidence .
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mucus
[noun]

a thick slimy substance produced by mucous membranes, inside the nose or the mouth, to lubricate and protect them

Ex: The respiratory therapist taught the patient how to perform chest physiotherapy to help loosen and mucus in the lungs .
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a body hormone produced in case of anger, fear, or excitement that makes the heart beat faster and the body react quicker

Ex: adrenaline pumping through his veins gave him the courage to confront his fears and speak up .
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enzyme
[noun]

a substance that all living organisms produce that brings about a chemical reaction without being altered itself

Ex: The detergent enzymes that break down protein stains , such as blood and grass , on clothing .
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flesh
[noun]

the soft parts of the human body

Ex: He felt a sharp pain as the splinter pierced flesh of his thumb .
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torso
[noun]

the upper part of the human body, excluding the arms and the head

Ex: The yoga instructor led the class in a series of poses to strengthen the muscles of torso and improve core stability .
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gut
[noun]

the lower part of digestive tract responsible for food absorption

Ex: The nutritionist emphasized the importance of fiber in maintaining a gut and regular bowel movements .
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nipple
[noun]

the round dark area on a person's chest, which from female ones babies can drink milk

Ex: The doctor examined the patient 's breast , noting a discharge from nipple that required further investigation .
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navel
[noun]

the elevated or empty part in the middle of the stomach, made by cutting the umbilical cord just after birth

Ex: In some cultures , navel is considered a symbol of fertility and is adorned with decorative jewelry .
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hipbone
[noun]

either of the two bones, on each side of the body, forming a large portion of the pelvis

Ex: The fashion model 's slender figure showcased her hipbones, earning her praise on the runway .
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lap
[noun]

the upper part of the legs that form a flat surface when one is seated

Ex: The elderly woman sat in her rocking chair , gently rocking back and forth with her knitting in lap.
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groin
[noun]

the place where the legs join the front part of the body, including the region of the sex organs

Ex: The boxer wore protective padding around groin during the match to minimize the risk of injury .
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genitals
[noun]

the external sex organs of the body

Ex: He felt a sudden sharp pain in genitals after accidentally hitting himself with a soccer ball .
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ovary
[noun]

either of the two organs in women or female animals that produce eggs for reproduction

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womb
[noun]

the part of the body of a woman or female mammal where the baby develops before birth

Ex: The mother sang lullabies to her unborn child , hoping to soothe and comfort them within womb.
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one of the many cells that protects the body against diseases

Ex: Certain diseases , such as leukemia , can cause abnormal levels white blood cells in the bloodstream .
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one of the many cells of red color carrying oxygen in the body

Ex: Iron deficiency can lead to decreased production red blood cells, resulting in fatigue and weakness .
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fiber
[noun]

any strand of muscle or nervous tissues

Ex: Damage to the fibers can result in vision loss or impairment .
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to inhale
[Verb]

to take air or substances into the lungs by breathing in

Ex: inhaled sharply when he saw the unexpected news .
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to exhale
[Verb]

to breathe air or smoke out through the mouth or nose

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(of a cell, gland, or organ) to produce and release a liquid substance in the body

Ex: secrete hormones that play crucial roles in various bodily functions .
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a thickened or dried mass of blood that if formed in a blood vessel may impede blood circulation

Ex: Travelers are advised to move around regularly during long flights to reduce the risk of blood clots in the legs .
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prostate
[noun]

a gland in the male body that produces fluid for semen and surrounds the urethra, aiding in urine control

Ex: The urologist recommended prostate biopsy to further evaluate the presence of abnormal cells within the gland .
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liver
[noun]

a vital organ in the body that cleans the blood of harmful substances

Ex: Elevated levels of liver enzymes in blood tests may liver damage or dysfunction , prompting further investigation by healthcare providers .
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