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UK /ˈdɔː.nɒb/ US /ˈdɔːr.nɑːb/

A round handle that you turn to open a door.

"He replaced the broken doorknob with a new one".

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UK /ˈɡɑː.nɪʃ/ US /ˈɡɑːr.nɪʃ/

To decorate food with a small amount of different food.

"They always garnish the dish with strawberry slices".

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UK /ˈrʌb.ɪʃ/ US /ˈrʌb.ɪʃ/

Waste material or things that are no longer wanted or needed.

"I forgot to put the rubbish out this morning".

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UK /ˈkɪd.ni/ US /ˈkɪd.ni/

Either of a pair of small organs in the body that take away waste matter from the blood to produce urine.

"The human body has two kidneys".

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UK /treɪt/ US /treɪt/

A particular characteristic that can produce a particular type of behaviour.

"His humour sense is one of his better traits"

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UK /ɪnˈvaɪ.rən.mənt/ US /ɪnˈvaɪ.rən.mənt/

The surroundings or conditons in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.

Countable e.g:

"Children need safe and supportive environments to thrive."

Uncountable e.g:

"We must protect the environment".

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UK /əˌbriː.viˈeɪ.ʃən/ US /əˌbriː.viˈeɪ.ʃən/

A short form of a word or phrase.

"Every country in the world is assigned a two-letter abreviattion".

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UK /əˈprəʊtʃ/ US /əˈproʊtʃ/

To come near or nearer to something or someone in space, time, quality, or amount.

"In my opinion, no other composers even begin to approach Mozart".

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UK /ɪkˈspəʊ.ʒər/ US /ɪkˈspoʊ.ʒɚ/

The state of having no protection from something harmful.

"You should always limit your exposure to the sun".

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UK/əˈmaʊnt/ US /əˈmaʊnt/

A collection or mass, especially of something that cannot be counted.

"They didn't deliver the right amount of sand".

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UK /ˈsæb.ə.tɑːʒ/ US /ˈsæb.ə.tɑːʒ/

To damage or destroy equipment, weapons, or buildings in order to prevent the success of an enemy or competitor.

"He accused the opposition of trying to sabotage the election".

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UK /ˈrəʊl ˌpleɪ/ US /ˈroʊl ˌpleɪ/

Pretending to be someone else, especially as part of learning a new skill.

Countable e.g:

"This role-play helped me practice difficult conversations".

Uncountable e.g:

"Role-play is an effective method for learning languages".

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UK /ˌser.ənˈdɪp.ə.ti/ US /ˌser.ənˈdɪp.ə.t̬i/

The occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.

"Disneyland is a place of imagination, stories, and serendipity".

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UK /ˌaʊtˈɡəʊ.ɪŋ/ US /ˈaʊt.ɡoʊ.ɪŋ/

(Of a person) Friendly and socially confident.

"She has a really outgoing personality".

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UK /ˈtʃer.ɪʃ/ US /ˈtʃer.ɪʃ/

To love, protect, and care for someone or something that is important to you.

"Although I cherish my children, I do allow them their independence".

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UK /ˈslen.dər/ US /ˈslen.dɚ/

Thin and delicate often in a way that is attractive.

"He put his hands around her slender waist".

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UK - US /ˈkɜrvi/

Having curves (Woman).

"Try the push-up to create a curvy chest".

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UK /swuːp/ US /swuːp/

To move very quickly and easily through the air especially down from a high position in order to attack.

"Like owls, they swoop down to pounce on their prey".

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UK /ˈhʌd.əl/ US /ˈhʌd.əl/

To come close together in a group, for example because it is cold.

"The players huddle before every game to discuss strategy."

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UK /kləʊk/ US /kloʊk/

A loose outer piece of clothing without sleeves, that fastens at the neck, and is worn instead of a coat.

"This cloak is made of cotton and has a hood".

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UK /swɒmpt/ US /swɒmpt/

Having too many things to deal with at once.

"You know I'm swamped with the governor's case".

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UK /ˈstɑː.vɪŋ/ US /ˈstɑːr.vɪŋ/

Dying because of not having enough food.

"Millions of people in the world are malnourished and starving".

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UK /ˈslʌɡ.ɪʃ/ US /ˈslʌɡ.ɪʃ/

Moving or operating more slowly than usual and with less energy or power.

"I felt a big tired, sluggish and generally not really motivated".

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UK /ˈtraʊ.zəz/ US /ˈtraʊ.zɚz/

A piece of clothing that covers the lower part of the body from the waist to the feet.

"These trousers are available in the colors blue and natural".

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UK /ˈnæp.i/ US /ˈnæp.i/

A square of thick soft paper or cloth that is fastened around a baby's bottom and between its legs to absorb its urine and solid waste.

"She was changing the baby's nappy".

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UK /fjɔːd/ US /fjɔːrd/

A long strip of sea between steep hills, found especially in Norway.

"Travelers are voting Geirangerfjord as the best fjord near Stranda".

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UK /ˈɪsθ.məs/ /ˈɪs.məs/ US /ˈɪsθ.məs/ /ˈɪs.məs/

A narrow piece of land with water on each side that joins two larger areas of land.

"We have not achieved that on both sides of the isthmus".

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UK /hɔːs/ US /hɔːrs/

(Of a voice or a person) Having a rough voice, often because of a sore throat or a cold.

"Your voice may be a little hoarse for the first week".

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UK /ˈmʌz.əl/ US /ˈmʌz.əl/

The mouth and nose of an animal, especially a dog.

"The dog had a scar on its muzzle".

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UK /ˈsmɔːl.pɒks/ US /ˈsmɑːl.pɑːks/

An extremely infectious disease that causes a fever, spots on the skin, and often death.

"Imagine that in those days was an outbreak of smallpox".

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UK /tʌɡ/ US /tʌɡ/

To pull something quickly and usually with a lot of force.

"You can't play tug of war with the Earth".

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UK /sfɪŋks/ US /sfɪŋks/

An ancient imaginary creature with a lion's body and a person's head.

"The symbols include sphinx, Cleopatra, mummy and others".

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UK /skɪm/ US /skɪm/

To move quickly just above a surface without touching it.

"The boat skimmed across the lake at high speed".

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UK /tʃɔːk/ US /tʃɑːk/

A stick of this rock or a similar substance used for writing or drawing.

"Take this piece of chalk and write on the blackboard".

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UK /ˈplɑː.stər/ US /ˈplæs.tɚ/

A substance that becomes hard as it dries and is used especially for spreading on walls and ceilings in order to give a smooth surface.

"The interior is decorated with marble, mosaics, plaster and wood".

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UK /ˈbʊl.ə.tɪn ˌbɔːd/ US /ˈbʊl.ə.t̬ɪn ˌbɔːrd/

A board on a wall on which notices can be put.

"I saw on the bulletin board that you won something".

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UK /ˈdɪz.i.nəs/ US /ˈdɪz.i.nəs/

A temporary feeling that your sense of balance is not good and that you may fall down.

"A side effect of many medicines is nausea and dizziness".

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UK /ˈplaɪ.əz/ US /ˈplaɪ.ɚz/

A small tool with two handles for holding or pulling small things or for cutting wire.

"Well, we lost the pliers and your pocket knife".

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UK /ˈsʌp.ər/ US /ˈsʌp.ɚ/

A main meal eaten in the evening.

"My wife would be delighted to have company for supper".

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UK /ɪtʃ/ US /ɪtʃ/

An uncomfortable feeling on the skin that makes you want to rub it with your nails.

"I just had a little itch, that's all".

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UK /ˈtʃɪk.piː/ US /ˈtʃɪk.piː/

A hard, pale brown, round bean that can be cooked and eaten.

"Cut into slices and serve with the chickpea puree".

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UK /ˈrɪŋ.kəl/ US /ˈrɪŋ.kəl/

A small line in the skin caused by old age.

"Find a selection of anti wrinkle products to treat your skin".

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UK /ˈraʊnd.ə.baʊt/ US /ˈraʊnd.ə.baʊt/

A place where three or more roads join and traffic must go around a circular area in the middle, rather than straight across.

"We took the second exit at the roundabout to get to the mall".

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UK /ˈfaʊn.dər/ US /ˈfaʊn.dɚ/

Someone who establishes an organization.

"He is the founder of KFC".

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UK /ˈbɔː.dər/ US /ˈbɔːr.dɚ/

A line that has been agreed to divide one country from another.

"The border of these countries is marked to the sea".

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UK /stæmp/ US /stæmp/

A small piece of paper with a picture or pattern on it that is stuck onto a letter or package before it is posted, to show that the cost of sending it has been paid.

"Small blue stamp on the last page of the text".

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UK /kəʊtʃ/ US /koʊtʃ/

A long motor vehicle with comfortable seats, used to take groups of people on journeys.

(In US is more common bus)

"Films are provided during the coach trip to keep you entertained".

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UK /ˈlʌɡ.ɪdʒ/ US /ˈlʌɡ.ɪdʒ/

The bags, suitecases, etc. that contain your possessions and that you take with you when you are travelling.

"She carried her luggage onto the airplane".

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UK /ˌəʊ.vəˈdʒuː/ US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈduː/

Not done or happening when expected or when needed; late.

"And you're long overdue for a rest".

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UK /sleɪt/ US /sleɪt/

A dark grey rock that can be easily divided into thin pieces, or a small, thin piece of this used to cover a roof.

Countable e.g:

"The roof is made of slates".

Uncountable e.g:

"Slate is a common material used in construction".

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UK /ˈsʌnˌbeɪ.ðɪŋ/ US /ˈsʌnˌbeɪ.ðɪŋ/

The activity of sitting in the sun to make your skin darker.

"We will enjoy doing crossings or just walking and sunbathing".

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UK /tent/ US /tent/

A shelter made of canvas or a similar material and supported by poles and ropes, that you can fold up and carry with you.

"This tent is suitable for 8 people and their luggage".

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UK /stiːp/ US /stiːp/

(Of a slope) Rising or falling at a sharp angle.

"It's a steep climb to the top of the mountain, but the view is worth it".

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UK /hɪˈleə.ri.əs/ US /hɪˈler.i.əs/

Extremely funny and causing a lot of laughter.

"This is a game with hilarious scenes and funny characters".

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UK /ˈwɪd.əʊd/ US /ˈwɪd.oʊd/

Used to describe a person whose husband or wife has died.

"He has been widowed for five years".

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UK /əˈweə.nəs/ US /əˈwer.nəs/

Knowledge that something exists, or understanding of a situation or subject at the present time based on information or experience.

"Currently public awareness about the dangers of smoking are low".

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UK /ˈhʌn.i.muːn/ US /ˈhʌn.i.muːn/

A holiday taken by a couple immediately after their marriage.

"A picture of my grandparents on their honeymoon".

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UK /ˈbækˌpæk.ɪŋ/ US /ˈbækˌpæk.ɪŋ/

The activity of travelling while carrying your clothes and other things that you need in a backpack, usually not spending very much money and staying in places that are not expensive.

"Pick a general destination for your backpacking trip".

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UK /ədˈvɑːn.tɪdʒ/ US /ədˈvæn.t̬ɪdʒ/

A condition giving a greater chance of success.

Countable e.g:

"One advantage of living in the city is the proximity to shops".

Uncountable e.g:

"He played with skill and advantage".

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UK /wɔːf/ US /wɔːrf/

An area like a wide wall built near the edge of the sea or a river where ships can be tied and goods can be taken off them.

"Transfer in the morning from your hotel to the river wharf".

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UK /ˈkraʊ.dɪd/ US /ˈkraʊ.dɪd/

(Of a place) It is full of people.

"The train was so crowded that I couldn't find a seat".

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UK /ˈkɪd.næp/ US /ˈkɪd.næp/

To take a person away illegally by force, usually in order to demand money in exchange for releasing them.

"Criminals sometimes kidnap people for reward".

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UK /hʌt/ US /hʌt/

A small, simple building, usually consisting of one room.

"There's a little hut next to the lake".

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UK /ˈpʌd.əl/ US /ˈpʌd.əl/

A small pool of liquid on the ground, especially from rain.

"The child jumped into a puddle and got his shoes wet".

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UK /ˈfeɪ.bəld/ US /ˈfeɪ.bəld/

Used to refer to something or someone who has been made very famous, especially by having many stories written about it, him, or her.

(A synonyn that is more common is "Legendary")

"They stayed at a fabled hotel known for its luxury and history".

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UK /tʃɑːt/ US /tʃɑːrt/

A drawing that shows information in a simple way, often using lines and curves to show amounts.

"Each bar in the chart represents a range of scores".

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UK /niːl/ US /niːl/

To go down into, or stay in, a position where one or both knees are on the ground.

Past simple: "knelt"

Past participle: "knelt"

"They kneel to pray every night".

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UK /ˈræn.səm/ US /ˈræn.səm/

A large amount of money that is demanded in exchange for someone who has been taken prisoner, or sometimes for an animal.

"The kidnappers demanded ransom in exchange for the hostages".

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UK /nɪt/ US /nɪt/

To make clothes, etc. by using two long needles to conect wool or another type of thread into joined rows.

Past simple: "knit" (Irregular form)

Past participle: "knit" (Irregular form)

"I am learning how to knit socks".

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UK /dɪsˈɡaɪz/ US /dɪsˈɡaɪz/

Something that someone wears to hide their true appearance.

"She wore a wig and sunglasses as a disguise".

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UK /ɪmˈprɪz.ən/ US /ɪmˈprɪz.ən/

To put someone in prison.

"They imprison dangerous criminals to protect society".

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UK /ˈbɪʃ.əp/ US /ˈbɪʃ.əp/

A priest of high rank who is in charge of the priests of lower rank in a particular area.

"The bishop wore a purple robe".

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UK /priːtʃ/ US /priːtʃ/

(Especially of a priest or minister in a church) to give a religious speech.

"He loves to preach on Sundays".

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UK /tʃəʊk/ US /tʃoʊk/

To have something in the throat that prevents breathing.

"He started to choke on a piece of meat"

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UK /ˌriː.əˈʃɔːr/ US /ˌriː.əˈʃʊr/

To comfort someone and stop them from worrying.

"I reassure my friends when they are nervous".

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UK /ˌəʊ.vəˈwelm/ US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈwelm/

To cause someone to feel sudden strong emotion.

"Stress overwhelms her every day".

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UK /stɒmp/ US /stɑːmp/

To walk with intentionally heavy steps, especially as a way of showing that you are annoyed.

"I always stomp when I'm frustrated".

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UK /rɪst/ US /rɪst/

The part of the body between the hand and the arm.

"She wears a gold bracelet on her wrist".

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UK /ˈset.əl/ US /ˈset̬.əl/

To reach a decision or an agreement about something, or to end a disagreement.

"They settle their differences quickly".

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UK /ˈnɔː.ti/ US /ˈnɑː.t̬i/

When children are naughty, or their behaviour is naughty, they behave badly or do not do what they are told to do.

"The naughty child his his toys under the bed".

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UK /ˈfraɪ.tən.ɪŋ/ US /ˈfraɪ.tən.ɪŋ/

Making you feel fear.

"The movie was so frightening that I couldn't sleep afterward".

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UK /bʌŋk/ US /bʌŋk/

One of two beds attached together, one on top of the other.

"He slept on the top bunk".

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UK /welθ/ US /welθ/

A large amount of money or valuable possessions that someone has.

"Scrooge McDuck is swimming in his wealth".

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UK /məˈkɔː/ US /məˈkɑː/

A brightly coloured bird of the parrot family found in Central and South America.

"When we went to the zoo, we saw a macaw".

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UK /ˈtʃɪl.i/ US /ˈtʃɪl.i/

The small, red or green seed case from particular types of pepper plant that is used to make some foods spicy.

"I don't like chillies in my food".

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UK /ˈkæp.tɪ.veɪt/ US /ˈkæp.tə.veɪt/

To hold the attention of someone by being extremely interesting, exciting, pleasant, or attractive.

"His voice captivated everyone in the room".

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UK /bʊʃ/ US /bʊʃ/

A plant with many small branches growing either directly from the ground or from a hard stem, giving the plant a rounded shape.

"There's a rose bush in front of the house".

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UK /ˈkɔː.nər/ US /ˈkɔːr.nɚ/

The point, area, or line that is formed by the meeting of two lines, surfaces, roads, etc.

"The bookstore is on the corner of Main Street and First Avenue".

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UK /mɒθ/ US /mɑːθ/

An insect with wings that is similar to a butterfly, usually flies at night, and is attracted to light.

"A moth flew into the room when I opened the window".

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UK /waɪər/ US /waɪr/

(A piece of) thin metal thread with a layer of plastic around it, used for carrying electric current.

"The electrician connected the light using a copper wire".

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UK /bruːz/ US /bruːz/

An injury or mark where the skin has not been broken but is darker in colour, often as a result of being hit by something.

"Yesterday I fell and got a bruise on my knee".

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UK /beltʃ/ US /beltʃ/

To allow air from the stomach to come out noisily through the mouth.

"She tried not belch during the dinner".

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UK /slɪŋ/ US /slɪŋ/

A device for supporting a broken or damaged arm in which the arm is held in front of the body in a piece of cloth that is tied around the neck.

"He needs to wear a sling for a few week".

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UK /ˈræt.əl/ US /ˈræt̬.əl/

A toy that makes a noise like a series of knocks.

"She gave the baby a rattle to keep him entertained".

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UK /ˈdrɪz.əl/ US /ˈdrɪz.əl/

Rain in very small, light drops.

"The picnic was ruined by an unexpected drizzle".

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UK /ˈsliːpˌwɔːk/ US /ˈsliːpˌwɑːk/

To get out of bed and walk around while you are sleeping.

"I sometimes sleepwalk when I'm stressed".

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UK /ˈɪn.tə.luːd/ US /ˈɪn.t̬ɚ.luːd/

A short period when a situation or activity is different from what comes before and after it.

"She took a short interlude from work to focus on her mental health".

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UK /waɪz/ US /waɪz/

Having or showing the ability to make good judgments, based on a deep understanding and experience of life.

"Einstein’s wise words on peace and education continue to inspire generations around the world".

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UK /ˈwɪnd.skriːn/ US /ˈwɪnd.skriːn/

The window at the front of a car, truck, etc.

"The windscreen was covered in frost this morning".

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UK /ˈɡriːn.haʊs/ US /ˈɡriːn.haʊs/

A building with a roof and sides made of glass, used for growing plants that need warmth and protection.

"The greenhouse keeps the plants warm even during winter".