This medical procedure involves the removal of a limb or part of a limb, often to prevent the spread of disease or save a patient’s life.
Amputation
Lines on a map running parallel to the equator indicate this measurement, which helps determine climate zones and navigation.
Latitude
Born Karol Wojtyła in Poland, this pope is remembered for his extensive travels, influential role in ending communism in Eastern Europe, and canonization as a saint in 2014.
John Paul II
Named for the puzzle-like precision of its cuts, this tool’s blade moves rapidly up and down, making it ideal for cutting detailed shapes in wood, metal, or plastic.
Jigsaw
The term for age-related decline in bone density, which increases fracture risk in the elderly.
Osteoporosis
This elderly woman from a Disney movie, whose fading memories hold the key to restoring her family’s connection to their musical ancestor, becomes the emotional heart of the story when her grandson sings “Remember Me.”
Mama Coco
Used to characterize markets, contests, or rivals, this term refers to practices that are extremely aggressive and leave little room for mercy or compromise.
Cutthroat
Often measured in meters or feet, this term describes how high a mountain, airplane, or city is relative to sea level.
This titan of American finance helped prevent multiple economic panics, founded a banking dynasty, and his name lives on in one of the world’s largest financial institutions today.
John Pierpont Morgan (JP Morgan)
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Historically, this word described a time of celebration or remission of debts, and today it often marks significant anniversaries, such as a monarch’s reign or an organization’s founding.
Jubilee
Often age-related, this condition occurs when the lens of the eye becomes opaque, reducing clarity of vision and sometimes requiring surgical removal and lens replacement.
Cataract
This stern yet loving matriarch of the Madrigal family guards the miracle born from her greatest loss, guiding her gifted descendants—except one—inside their magical casita.
Abuela Alma Madrigal
In operating rooms, surgeons rely on this small, extremely sharp instrument to make precise and controlled incisions in tissues, allowing for delicate procedures ranging from routine appendectomies to intricate microsurgeries.
Scalpel
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Also called thrombocytes, these cell fragments circulate in the blood and are essential for clot formation, wound healing, and maintaining vascular integrity.
Platelets
A central figure in the Tarzan series, she is an adventurous and intelligent woman who meets Tarzan in the jungle and often helps bridge the worlds of civilization and the wild.
Jane Porter
Writers and artists often use this technique to compare or contrast characters, themes, or visual elements by positioning them close together.
Juxtaposition
This progressive neurological disorder, most common in older adults, is marked by significant memory loss, confusion, difficulty with reasoning and problem-solving, and changes in personality, often interfering with daily life and independence.
Dementia
Carrying her lucky cricket and never afraid to speak her mind, this humorous elder from Mulan cheers on her granddaughter’s bold choices—sometimes with a joke about attracting “a good one.”
Grandmother Fa
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Kris Bernal
Often used to describe acts of kindness, charity, or volunteer work, this term refers to behavior motivated by a desire to help others without expecting anything in return.
Altruistic
A soldier and poet during the Philippine Revolution, he penned the Spanish-language lyrics of what would become the country’s national anthem in 1899.
Jose Palma
Originating from the massive chariots used in religious processions in India, this word now refers to anything so powerful that it crushes everything in its path.
Juggernaut
This branch of medicine specializes in the care of elderly patients, focusing on diseases and conditions common in older adults.
Geriatrics
Often called “the village crazy lady,” this spirited grandmother in Moana encourages her granddaughter to voyage beyond the reef and later returns as a glowing manta ray to guide her.
Gramma Tala
Often used for carrots, peppers, or zucchini, this knife technique produces uniform, thin strips that cook evenly and are ideal for stir-fries, salads, or garnishes.
Julienne
Though often considered impolite to discuss, this bodily function involves the release of gas and can be influenced by diet, digestion, and gut microbiota.
Married to actress Isabel Oli and father of three, this multi-talented Filipino celebrity started as a child star and now directs shows like FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano.
John Prats
Pilots, sailors, and astronauts may perform this action to discard cargo or equipment in emergencies to maintain safety or balance.
Jettison
In Japanese culture, this milestone birthday celebrates a person’s 60th year, marking the completion of a full zodiac cycle and symbolizing rebirth and a new beginning in life, often celebrated with special ceremonies and red clothing.
Kanreki
Found deep within the enchanted forest, this wise, talking willow tree serves as Pocahontas’s spiritual guide, urging her to “listen with her heart” as she seeks her path.
Grandmother Willow