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We're thrilled to introduce the Flashcard Quiz, our latest tool designed to enhance your vocabulary for Cambridge English exams. This engaging and intuitive quiz is perfect for students seeking to bolster their language skills, teachers looking for dynamic teaching aids, and parents aiming to support their children's academic growth. Each flashcard in the quiz not only introduces a new word but also offers its meaning, pronunciation, and an example sentence, enabling you to understand and remember the word in context.

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balcony • noun [ C ]  • /ˈbæl.kə.ni/

Definition

B1 a small area joined to the wall outside an upper room where you can stand or sit

Dictionary examples

• We had a drink out on the balcony and watched the sunset.

Learner examples

• It's got a balcony, too, from where I can see the river.
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pizza • noun [ C or U ]  • /ˈpiːt.sə/

Definition

A1 a large circle of flat bread baked with cheese, tomatoes, and sometimes meat and vegetables spread on top

Dictionary examples

• a slice of pizza
• I like a lot of different pizza toppings.

Learner examples

• I like pasta and pizza.
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comb • noun [ C ]  • /kəʊm/

Definition

A2 a flat piece of plastic, wood or metal with a thin row of long narrow parts along one side, which you use to tidy and arrange your hair

Dictionary examples

• Has anyone seen my black comb?

Learner examples

• I left my comb in your house.
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printer • noun [ C ]  • /ˈprɪn.tər/

Definition

A2 a machine which is connected to a computer and which produces writing or images on paper

Dictionary examples

• a laser printer

Learner examples

• I want to sell a computer with a printer.
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bucket • noun [ C ]  • /ˈbʌk.ɪt/

Definition

B1 a container with an open top and a handle, often used for carrying liquids

Dictionary examples

• Armed with a bucket and a mop, I started washing the floor.
• I took my two-year old nephew down to the beach with his bucket and spade.

Learner examples

• I screamed and ran out the door, when a bucket of ice cold water fell on my head!
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paper • noun • /ˈpeɪ.pər/

Definition

B1 a newspaper

Dictionary examples

• a daily/weekly/local/national paper
• The photo was on the front page of all the papers.

Learner examples

• Hey Jo, Yesterday I [saw] an advertisement for a job in a local paper: it said that if you like pets, you can become a dog-sitter for three days a week.
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star • noun [ C ]  • /stɑːr/

Definition

A2 a famous singer, actor, sports person, etc.

Dictionary examples

• a rock/movie/football star
• Kids wanting to be stars come to Hollywood from all over America.

Learner examples

• My favourite tennis star is Juan-Carlos Ferrero.
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DNA • noun [ U ]  • /ˌdiː.enˈeɪ/

Definition

C2 deoxyribonucleic acid; a chemical in the cells of living things which contains genetic information

Dictionary examples

• DNA evidence led to her arrest.

Learner examples

• In the end the DNA test showed that they weren't blood related and therefore they could get married and have children without having the whole neighbourhood gossiping about them.
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fury • noun [ U or no plural ]  • /ˈfjʊə.ri/

Definition

C2 extreme anger

Dictionary examples

• He could hardly control his fury

Learner examples

• Never had John felt such fury and hate before.
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butterfly • noun [ C ]  • /ˈbʌt.ə.flaɪ/

Definition

B1 an insect with large, patterned wings

Dictionary examples

• A butterfly landed on her sleeve for a moment.

Learner examples

• There were lot[s] of wild flowers and we saw some beautiful birds and butterflies.
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avenue • noun [ C ]  • /ˈæv.ə.njuː/

Definition

B2 a wide road in a town or city, often with trees along it

Dictionary examples

• tree-lined avenue.

Learner examples

• The demonstrators just spread litter all over the largest and finest avenue.
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rabbit • noun [ C ]  • /ˈræb.ɪt/

Definition

A2 a small animal with fur and long ears that lives in a hole in the ground

Dictionary examples

• She has a pet rabbit.

Learner examples

• I like rabbits very much because their fur [is] very soft, and white rabbits have pretty red eyes.
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mug • noun [ C ]  • /mʌg/

Definition

A2 a large cup with straight sides used for hot drinks

Dictionary examples

• a coffee mug
• I made myself a large mug of hot chocolate and went to bed.

Learner examples

• I got a big mug for my birthday.
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chain • noun [ C or U ]  • /tʃeɪn/

Definition

A2 a line of metal rings connected together

Dictionary examples

• a bicycle chain
• She wore a gold chain around her neck.
• The hostages were kept in chains.

Learner examples

• My best friend, Clara, gave me a silver chain. I like [it] a lot!!!
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lighter • noun [ C ]  • /ˈlaɪ.tər/

Definition

B1 a small object that produces a flame and is used to make cigarettes start burning

Dictionary examples

• Can I borrow your lighter?

Learner examples

• It's a [silver] lighter, with a little spider on, that my best friend bought me for my birthday.
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tyre • noun [ C ]  • /taɪər/

Definition

A2 a thick, round piece of rubber filled with air, that fits around a wheel

Dictionary examples

• I've got a flat tyre.
• I keep a spare tyre in the back of the car.

Learner examples

• We went by car [and] the trip was lots of fun - the only thing that went wrong was we had two flat tyres.
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belt • noun [ C ]  • /belt/

Definition

A2 a long, thin piece of leather, cloth, or plastic that you wear around your waist

Dictionary examples

• She fastened her belt tightly around her waist.
• He had eaten so much that he had to undo his belt.

Learner examples

• Juliana gave me a pink belt.
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crossroads • noun [ C ]  • /ˈkrɒs.rəʊdz/

Definition

B2 a place where two roads cross each other

Dictionary examples

• Turn left at the crossroads.

Learner examples

• When you go out of the hotel, turn right [and] at the first crossroads turn right again.
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knife • noun [ C ]  • /naɪf/

Definition

A1 a sharp tool, usually with a metal blade and a handle, used for cutting and spreading food or other substances, or as a weapon

Dictionary examples

• a fish/butter/steak knife
• I prefer to use a knife and fork.
• He drew/pulled a knife and stabbed her.

Learner examples

• I want to sell a beautiful old knife, because it doesn't cut anything.
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waiter • noun [ C ]  • /ˈweɪ.tər/

Definition

A1 a man who works in a restaurant, bringing food to customers

Dictionary examples

• The waiter brought our drinks.

Learner examples

• The waiter and waitress working there are kind and friendly.
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bicycle • noun [ C ]  • /ˈbaɪ.sɪ.kl ̩/

Definition

A2 a two-wheeled vehicle that you sit on and move by turning the two pedals

Dictionary examples

• I go to work by bicycle.
• He was on his bicycle.
• You should never ride your bicycle without lights at night.

Learner examples

• I want to sell my bicycle.
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beach • noun [ C ]  • /biːtʃ/

Definition

A1 an area of sand or small stones next to the sea

Dictionary examples

• We spent the day on the beach.
• a beach café
• a beach towel

Learner examples

• After, I went to the beach with my family.
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newspaper • noun • /ˈnjuːzˌpeɪ.pər/

Definition

A1 large, folded sheets of paper which are printed with the news and sold every day or every week

Dictionary examples

• She never reads a newspaper.
• a daily/Sunday newspaper
• a local/national newspaper
• I read about it in the newspaper.

Learner examples

• He get[s] up every day [at] 6 o'clock, ha[s] breakfast and read[s] the newspaper.
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scarf • noun [ C ]  • /skɑːf/

Definition

A2 a piece of cloth that you wear around your neck, head, or shoulders to keep warm or for decoration

Dictionary examples

• a knitted/woollen/silk scarf

Learner examples

• And my sister gave me a scarf too.
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farmer • noun [ C ]  • /ˈfɑː.mər/

Definition

A2 someone who owns or looks after a farm

Dictionary examples

• a sheep farmer

Learner examples

• The farmer was very friendly and we [spent] the day with him.
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goat • noun [ C ]  • /gəʊt/

Definition

B1 an animal with horns which is kept to provide milk, meat, etc.

Dictionary examples

• goat's milk/cheese

Learner examples

• You can enjoy watching camels and goats passing once in the morning and [again] in the evening.
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abstract • adjective • /ˈæb.strækt/

Definition

B2 relating to ideas and not real things

Dictionary examples

• abstract ideas
• Truth and beauty are abstract concepts.

Learner examples

• Reading improve[s] your ability to imagine and your abstract thinking skills.
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spider • noun [ C ]  • /ˈspaɪ.dər/

Definition

B1 a small creature with eight long legs which catches insects in a web

Dictionary examples

• a spider's web

Learner examples

• She is afraid of spiders.
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cat • noun [ C ]  • /kæt/

Definition

A1 a small animal with fur, four legs and a tail that is kept as a pet

Dictionary examples

• I saw that orange cat today.

Learner examples

• We have two dogs, [a] cat and lots of birds.
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beard • noun [ C ]  • /bɪəd/

Definition

A1 the hair that grows on a man's chin

Dictionary examples

• a long white beard
• He's growing a beard.
• He shaved off his beard but kept his moustache.

Learner examples

• He has a nice beard.
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menu • noun [ C ]  • /ˈmen.juː/

Definition

A2 a list of food and drinks that you can order in a restaurant

Dictionary examples

• a lunch/dinner menu
• The waiter brought the menu and the wine list.
• I ordered the most expensive thing on the menu.

Learner examples

• It's for celebrations bec[a]use [it] is [a] very nice menu.
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office • noun • /ˈɒf.ɪs/

Definition

A2 a room or building where people work

Dictionary examples

• I didn't leave the office until eight o'clock last night.
• the director's office
• office workers
• office equipment

Learner examples

• I go to the office on foot.
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doll • noun [ C ]  • /dɒl/

Definition

A1 a child's toy that looks like a small person or baby

Dictionary examples

• Lara loves playing with her dolls.

Learner examples

• I've got a cute doll.
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bell • noun [ C ]  • /bel/

Definition

B2 a hollow metal object shaped like a cup, that makes a ringing sound when you hit it.

Dictionary examples

• the sound of church bells ringing

Learner examples

• At the begin[n]ing I was very excited, living in an old house, not too far from the city (you could still hear the church bells chiming) but far enough [away] to live your own life without nosy neighbours.
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door • noun [ C ]  • /dɔːr/

Definition

A1 a flat object, often fixed at one edge, that is used to close the entrance of something such as a room or building, or the entrance itself

Dictionary examples

• the front door
• the back door
• a car door
• a sliding door
• The door to his bedroom was locked.
• We could hear someone knocking at/on the door.
• Could you open/close/shut the door, please?
• She asked me to answer the door.

Learner examples

• There is a garden [outside the] back door but [it] isn't big.
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cultivate • verb [  ]  • /ˈkʌl.tɪ.veɪt/

Definition

C1 to prepare land and grow crops on it

Dictionary examples

• This shrub is cultivated in Europe as a culinary herb.

Learner examples

• We're cutting down our forests to cultivate the plants which give us nourishing food.
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crystal • noun [  ]  • /ˈkrɪ.stəl/

Definition

C2 a type of high quality glass

Dictionary examples

• a crystal vase

Learner examples

• The crystal vase is a gift from one of my mother's friends.
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boot • noun [ C ]  • /buːt/

Definition

A2 a strong shoe that covers your foot and part of your leg

Dictionary examples

• a pair of boots
• walking boots

Learner examples

• You should wear old clothes and a pair of boots.
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bracelet • noun [ C ]  • /ˈbreɪ.slət/

Definition

B1 a piece of jewellery that you wear around your wrist

Dictionary examples

• a gold/silver/diamond bracelet

Learner examples

• Actually I was very sad as the bracelet was particularly valuable to me.
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exploration • noun [ C or U ]  • /ˌek.spləˈreɪ.ʃən/

Definition

C1 a journey to a place to find out about something

Dictionary examples

• Livingstone was the first European to make an exploration of the Zambesi river.
• She's always loved travel and exploration

Learner examples

• In the near future robots will take part in space exploration, as well as ocean exploration.
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badminton • noun [ U ]  • /ˈbæd.mɪnt.ən/

Definition

A2 a sport for two or four people in which you hit a light object with feathers over a net

Dictionary examples

• We had a game of badminton.

Learner examples

• I like reading and playing badminton.
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singer • noun [ C ]  • /ˈsɪŋ.ər/

Definition

A2 a person who sings, especially as a job

Dictionary examples

• Kiri Te Kanawa is a famous singer from New Zealand.

Learner examples

• My favourite singer is Aaron Carter.
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gate • noun [ C ]  • /geɪt/

Definition

A2 the part of a fence or outside wall that opens and closes like a door

Dictionary examples

• Please shut the gate.

Learner examples

• Let's meet at the school gate.
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skate • noun [ C ]  • /skeɪt/

Definition

A2 a boot with a metal part on the bottom, used for moving across ice, or a boot with wheels on the bottom used for moving across the ground

Dictionary examples

• a pair of ice skates
• a pair of inline/roller skates

Learner examples

• I want to sell a pair of skates that I bought two years ago.
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onion • noun [ C or U ]  • /ˈʌn.jən/

Definition

A2 a round vegetable with layers that has a strong taste and smell

Dictionary examples

• I always cry when I'm chopping onions.
• Fry the onion and garlic for about two minutes.

Learner examples

• This is cooked cab[b]age with beef, wild mushrooms and onion.
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robot • noun [ C ]  • /ˈrəʊ.bɒt/

Definition

B1 a machine controlled by a computer, which can move and do other things that people can do

Dictionary examples

• They use robots to spray the cars.

Learner examples

• I think there will be tall buildings and [the] population will rise a lot. I think there will be robots too.
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ladder • noun [ C ]  • /ˈlæd.ər/

Definition

B1 a piece of equipment which is used to reach high places, consisting of short steps fixed between two long sides

Dictionary examples

• She was up a ladder, cleaning the window.

Learner examples

• My grandfather fell down from the ladder yesterday while he [was] fixing the broken light bulbs.
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king • noun [ C ]  • /kɪŋ/

Definition

A2 (the title of) a male ruler of a country, who holds this position because of his royal birth

Dictionary examples

• King Richard II
• the kings and queens of England

Learner examples

• The French kings lived at Versailles.
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cash • noun [ U ]  • /kæʃ/

Definition

B1 money in any form

Dictionary examples

• I'm a bit short of cash at the moment.

Learner examples

• There are a lot of hotels, but if you don't want to spend [any] cash you can stay at my place.
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helicopter • noun [ C ]  • /ˈhel.ɪˌkɒp.tər/

Definition

A2 an aircraft which flies using long, thin parts on top of it that turn round and round very fast

Dictionary examples

• The injured were flown to hospital by helicopter.
• a helicopter pilot

Learner examples

• I got here by boat because it do[es]n't have [an] airport and it's too difficult for helicopters to land.
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cereal • noun [ C or U ]  • /ˈsɪə.ri.əl/

Definition

A2 a food that is made from grain and usually eaten with milk, especially in the morning

Dictionary examples

• a bowl of cereal
• breakfast cereals

Learner examples

• Usually, we have a good breakfast with toast, cereals, milk and juice, but it depends [on] each person.
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fly • verb • /flaɪ/

Definition

B1 a small insect with two wings

Dictionary examples

• There were a lot of flies around.

Learner examples

• In the afternoon we were just lying like dead flies on our beds.
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blind • adjective • /blaɪnd/

Definition

B1 not able to see

Dictionary examples

• She's been blind since birth.
• He started to go blind in his sixties.

Learner examples

• She told him she was blind and she couldn't find her dog.
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carrot • noun [ C or U ]  • /ˈkær.ət/

Definition

A2 a long, thin orange vegetable that grows in the ground

Dictionary examples

• raw carrot
• Chop the carrots finely.

Learner examples

• You can just bring vegetables - tomato[es], carrots, cucumber and potatoes.
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card • noun [ C ]  • /kɑːd/

Definition

A2 one of a set of 52 small rectangular pieces of stiff paper, each with a number and one of four signs printed on it, used in games

Dictionary examples

• After dinner, Ted got out a pack of cards
• They play a lot of card games.
• Shall we play cards?

Learner examples

• Joe, Marie, Martin and Alison came so we played cards.
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sun • noun [ U or no plural ]  • /sʌn/

Definition

A1 the large, bright star that shines in the sky during the day and provides light and heat for the Earth, or the light and heat that comes from the sun

Dictionary examples

• The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.
• We thought we'd go out for a walk while the sun was shining.
• Shall we go and sit out in the sun?
• I think I've had a bit too much sun today - I've got a headache.

Learner examples

• When [the] sun is shining I like walking in Finsbury Park.
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stairs • noun [ plural ]  • /steəz/

Definition

A2 a set of steps which lead from one level of a building to another

Dictionary examples

• Go up the stairs and her office is on the right.
• He stood at the foot of the stairs and called out, "Breakfast's ready!"

Learner examples

• I have left my backpack in your house. I think it is near the stairs.
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guitar • noun [ C ]  • /gɪˈtɑːr/

Definition

A1 a musical instrument with six strings and a long neck which is usually made of wood, and which is played by pulling or hitting the strings with the fingers

Dictionary examples

• an acoustic/electric guitar
• Do you play the guitar?

Learner examples

• I can play the guitar quite well.
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bacteria • noun [ plural ]  • /bækˈtɪə.ri.ə/

Definition

C1 very small living things that sometimes cause disease

Dictionary examples

• The infection was caused by bacteria in the lung.

Learner examples

• We were just lucky that during that period, the weather was cold and low temperatures prevented bacteria from spreading.
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filter • noun [ C ]  • /ˈfɪl.tər/

Definition

C2 a piece of equipment that you pass a liquid or gas through in order to remove particular substances

Dictionary examples

• a coffee filter

Learner examples

• Finally, the governments of all countries should implement heavy pecuniary punishments to the factory owners who do not use special filters on their chimneys or on their waste systems.
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purse • noun [ C ]  • /pɜːs/

Definition

A2 a small container for money, usually used by a woman

Dictionary examples

• a leather purse

Learner examples

• Ram, I have left my purse at your home.
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aeroplane • noun [ C ]  • /ˈeə.rə.pleɪn/

Definition

A2 a vehicle that flies and has at least one engine and wings

Dictionary examples

• She has her own private aeroplane.

Learner examples

• I'm going to travel by aeroplane.
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emperor • noun [ C ]  • /ˈem.pə.rər/

Definition

C1 the male ruler of an empire

Dictionary examples

• Emperor Charlemagne.
• Emperor Napoleon I
• Emperor Caesar Augustus
• Emperor Genghis Khan

Learner examples

• I would certainly go, because it fascinates me how more or less 2,000 years ago, the Roman emperors could build up such a big empire.
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mouse • noun [ C ]  • /maʊs/

Definition

A2 a small piece of equipment connected to a computer that you move with your hand to control what the computer does

Dictionary examples

• Move your mouse over the screen.

Learner examples

• And I had a present! [An] optical mouse for my computer!
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ring • noun [ C ]  • /rɪŋ/

Definition

A2 a round piece of jewellery that you wear on your finger

Dictionary examples

• a wedding ring
• He bought her a diamond ring.

Learner examples

• Sammy gave me a gold ring, Remi an orange swe[a]ter, Minny a bag and Dominique a red cap.
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cow • noun [ C ]  • /kaʊ/

Definition

A1 a large female farm animal kept to produce meat and milk

Dictionary examples

• a dairy cow

Learner examples

• I like this house because there [aren't any neighbours], just cows and fields.
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pool • noun [ C ]  • /puːl/

Definition

A2 an area of water that has been made for people to swim in

Dictionary examples

• The hotel has two outdoor pools.
• Come with short[s] that can [get] wet because after we paint my bedroom, we'll go to my pool.

Learner examples

• When I came into the kitchen, I saw a pool of blood [o]n the floor.
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helmet • noun [ C ]  • /ˈhel.mɪt/

Definition

B2 a hard hat that protects your head

Dictionary examples

• a crash helmet
• a cycling helmet

Learner examples

• Some good advice is: first of all get yourself a good bicycle, a helmet and some protecti[ve] clothes, in case the w[ea]ther change[s].
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glove • noun [ C ]  • /glʌv/

Definition

A2 a piece of clothing which covers your fingers and hand

Dictionary examples

• a pair of gloves

Learner examples

• Remember to bring gloves as well.
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drink • noun [ C or U ]  • /drɪŋk/

Definition

A1 a liquid or an amount of liquid which is taken into the body through the mouth

Dictionary examples

• Would you like a drink of water/tea/juice?
• They'd had no food or drink for two days.

Learner examples

• I would like to have [a] drink.
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burglar • noun [ C ]  • /ˈbɜː.glər/

Definition

B2 a person who illegally enters buildings and steals things

Dictionary examples

• I saw someone climbing in through a window and assumed it must be a burglar

Learner examples

• Was it possible that a burglar was trying to break into the house?
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angle • noun [ C ]  • /ˈæŋ.gl ̩/

Definition

C1 the space between two lines or surfaces at the point at which they touch each other, measured in degrees

Dictionary examples

• an angle of 90 degrees
• The interior angles of a square are right angles.

Learner examples

• Carriers are to be requested to stick to the regulations which set the approach and takeoff angles at no less than 45 degrees.
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fireplace • noun [ C ]  • /ˈfaɪə.pleɪs/

Definition

C2 a space in the wall of a room where you can have a fire, or the structure around this space

Dictionary examples

• There was a large fireplace in the living room

Learner examples

• They were sitting in front of the fireplace, in a tiny cottage.
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chocolate • noun [ C or U ]  • /ˈtʃɒk.lət/

Definition

A1 a sweet, usually brown, food that is prepared and sold in a block, or a small sweet made from this

Dictionary examples

• a bar of chocolate
• chocolate biscuits
• milk/dark/white chocolate
• I took her a box of chocolates.

Learner examples

• I like chocolate and ice-cream with fruit.
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sheep • noun [ C ]  • /ʃiːp/

Definition

A1 a farm animal whose skin is covered with wool

Dictionary examples

• This cheese is made from sheep's milk.
• The farmer has several long-haired sheep.

Learner examples

• Scotland is a beautiful country, there are a lot of loch[s] and sheep.
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ashamed • adjective [ never before noun ]  • /əˈʃeɪmd/

Definition

B1 feeling guilty or embarrassed about something you have done

Dictionary examples

• You've got nothing to be ashamed of.
• She ought to be ashamed of herself - talking to her mother like that!
• He was ashamed to admit to his mistake.
• I was ashamed that I'd made so little effort.
• I felt so ashamed of myself for making such a fuss.

Learner examples

• He felt very ashamed and didn't know what to do.
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delighted • adjective • /dɪˈlaɪ.tɪd/

Definition

B1 very pleased

Dictionary examples

• We're delighted with our new house.
• I was delighted at/by your news.
• I'm absolutely delighted that you can come.
• We'd be delighted to come to dinner on Friday.

Learner examples

• I've just seen your letter and I'm really delighted to have won the first prize in your competition.
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architecture • noun [ U ]  • /ˈɑː.kɪ.tek.tʃər/

Definition

B1 the skill of designing buildings

Dictionary examples

• He studied architecture
• Roman architecture
• modern architecture

Learner examples

• There are beautiful places like Merarejonban, which is outstanding in its architecture.
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lettuce • noun [ C or U ]  • /ˈlet.ɪs/

Definition

B1 a plant with large green leaves, eaten raw in salads

Dictionary examples

• Mix the lettuce and tomatoes together.

Learner examples

• It contains two burgers, cheese, lettuce, tomato and [any]thing else that you want to put [i]n it.
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concert • noun [ C ]  • /ˈkɒn.sət/

Definition

A2 a performance of music by one or more musicians or singers

Dictionary examples

• a pop/classical concert
• a school concert

Learner examples

• To help with the concert I can sell tickets.
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horse • noun [ C ]  • /hɔːs/

Definition

A1 a large animal with four legs, which people ride on or use for carrying things or pulling vehicles

Dictionary examples

• to ride a horse
• a horse and cart

Learner examples

• I also like to be with horses.
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deserted • adjective [  ]  • /dɪˈzɜː.tɪd/

Definition

C1 If a place is deserted, it has no people in it.

Dictionary examples

• a deserted street

Learner examples

• Too often have I seen deserted city centres caused by loss of trade, centres subject to graffiti, dirt and vandalism.
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debate • verb [ I or T ]  • /dɪˈbeɪt/

Definition

C2 to discuss a subject in a formal way

Dictionary examples

• These issues need to be debated openly

Learner examples

• Homelessness is a worrying issue that is being debated by most of the developed countries' governments.
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factory • noun [ C ]  • /ˈfæk.tər.i/

Definition

A1 a building or set of buildings where large amounts of goods are made using machines

Dictionary examples

• a car/shoe factory
• He works in a paint factory.
• a factory worker/manager

Learner examples

• My friend Martin works at a factory.
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branch • noun [ C ]  • /brɑːntʃ/

Definition

B2 a part of a subject

Dictionary examples

• Immunology is a branch of biological science.

Learner examples

• As a matter of fact, in[n]ovations have taken place quite frequently in every branch of science.
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armchair • noun [ C ]  • /ˈɑːm.tʃeər/

Definition

A2 a comfortable chair with sides that support your arms

Dictionary examples

• She sat in an armchair by the fire, reading a newspaper.

Learner examples

• I want to sell my armchair and my television.
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dock • noun [ C ]  • /dɒk/

Definition

C1 the place where ships stop and goods are taken off or put on

Dictionary examples

• The ship is in dock.

Learner examples

• I would like to take them with me to a very typical restaurant near the docks: Mummie's House 25 Harbour Street 2 Tel. 070 321 26 33.
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frontier • noun [  ]  • /fraʊn/

Definition

C2 a line or border between two countries

Dictionary examples

• They placed guards on the frontier

Learner examples

• He took it and escaped towards the German frontier.
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zebra • noun [ C ]  • /ˈzeb.rə/

Definition

B2 an African animal like a horse with black and white lines

Dictionary examples

• We saw a zebra in the distance.

Learner examples

• Otherwise there would be many children and grown-ups who [would have] never seen an elephant, a tiger, a zebra etc.
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cushion • noun [ C ]  • /ˈkʊʃ.ən/

Definition

B1 a cloth bag filled with something soft which you sit on or lean against to make you comfortable

Dictionary examples

• She sank back against/into the cushions.

Learner examples

• I['ll] go to b[u]y a nice wardrobe, a[n] armchair and a lot of cushions.
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kangaroo • noun [ C ]  • /ˌkæŋɡəˈruː/

Definition

B1 a large Australian animal that moves by jumping on its back legs

Dictionary examples

• Kangaroos are a danger on the roads.

Learner examples

• Furthermore it has been my dream since I was five years old to see a kangaroo and play with it.
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champagne • noun [ U ]  • /ʃæmˈpeɪn/

Definition

A2 French white wine with lots of bubbles in it which people often drink to celebrate something

Dictionary examples

• We always celebrate our wedding anniversary with a bottle of champagne.

Learner examples

• We are listening [to] music, dancing, drinking champagne.
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pipe • noun [ C ]  • /paɪp/

Definition

B1 a long tube inside which liquid or gas can move through

Dictionary examples

• a water/gas pipe
• a burst/broken/leaking pipe

Learner examples

• A good surprise w[ould] be [if] you told Anna you need her to help to fix the pipe in our house.
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applaud • verb [ I or T ]  • /əˈplɔːd/

Definition

C1 to clap your hands to show that you have enjoyed a performance, talk, etc.

Dictionary examples

• The audience applauded loudly.

Learner examples

• Secondly, owing to a sudden shower, there was a short break during the dance display and the horse show, but eventually, we finished the display and the show successfully and people applauded.
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coast • noun [ C ]  • /kəʊst/

Definition

B1 the land next to or close to the sea

Dictionary examples

• Rimini is a thriving holiday resort on the east coast of Italy.
• The accident happened three miles off the coast.
• We spent a week by/on the coast.

Learner examples

• I think it's best to spend your time visiting our coast in the North East of Brazil.
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grill • noun [ C ]  • /grɪl/

Definition

B1 a piece of equipment which cooks food using direct heat

Dictionary examples

• Put the sausages on/under the grill.

Learner examples

• I recom[m]end meat on the grill [- it is] delicious.
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delicate • adjective [  ]  • /ˈdel.ɪ.kət/

Definition

C2 having a thin, atractive shape

Dictionary examples

• delicate hands

Learner examples

• Suddenly a shadow moved among the trees and a surprisingly beautiful and delicate woman walked towards me.
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deodorant • noun [ C or U ]  • /diˈəʊ.də.rənt/

Definition

C1 a substance that you put on your body to prevent or hide unpleasant smells

Dictionary examples

• I always use deodorant.

Learner examples

• On the other hand, men require regular supplies of shaving lotions, shampoo, deodorant, and many more [things] too.
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tractor • noun [ C ]  • /ˈtræk.tər/

Definition

C2 a strong vehicle with large back wheels used on farms for pulling things

Dictionary examples

• He started up the tractor.

Learner examples

• Farmers who used to practi[s]e traditional farming are now introduc[ing] machinery such as tractors.
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sausage • noun [ C or U ]  • /ˈsɒs.ɪdʒ/

Definition

A2 a mixture of meat and spices pressed into a long tube

Dictionary examples

• fried/grilled sausages
• sliced garlic sausage

Learner examples

• They usually prepare traditional Polish food like cabbage with mushrooms and sausages.
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