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Body Temperature

Description:

Body temperature refers to the degree of heat maintained by an organism, typically measured by a thermometer and expressed in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius. It is a vital sign indicating the state of health, as it can fluctuate due to various factors.

Examples:

Noun:
1. The average body temperature of a healthy human ranges from 97 to 99 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. The doctor advised taking your body temperature regularly to monitor fever symptoms.

Adjective:
1. Her body temperature was slightly elevated, suggesting a possible infection.
2. The lizard is an ectothermic animal, relying on external sources to regulate its body temperature.

Verb:
1. The warm environment body temperatured the cold-blooded snake, enabling it to move swiftly.
2. During a fever, the body tends to body temperature itself in an attempt to fight off infection.

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