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Exam: BEC Higher

reraise

IPA: /ˈrɪəreɪz/

KK: /ˈrɛrˌeɪz/

noun

Definition: An increase in a bet that follows another increase in a previous bet, typically used in gambling contexts.

Example: In poker, a reraise can change the dynamics of the game significantly.

verb

Definition: To increase a bet or amount again after it has already been raised once.

Example: In the poker game, I decided to reraise after seeing my opponent's bet.

restauranteur

IPA: /ˌrɛstəˈrɒntə/

KK: /ˌrɛstəˈrɒntɜr/

noun

Definition: A person who owns or manages a restaurant, responsible for its operation and success.

Example: The restaurateur decided to open a new Italian restaurant in the city.

restaurateur

IPA: /ˌrɛstəˈrɔːtə/

KK: /ˌrɛstəˈrɑːtər/

noun

Definition: A person who owns or manages a restaurant, responsible for its operation and success.

Example: The restaurateur decided to open a new location in the city center.

restructure

IPA: //riˈstrʌk.tʃər//

KK: /riˈstrʌk.tʃɚ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To change the way something is organized or arranged.

Example: The company decided to restructure its management team to improve efficiency.

transitive verb

Definition: To change the way something is organized or arranged, often to improve it or make it more effective.

Example: The company decided to restructure its management team to enhance efficiency.

restructuring

IPA: //riˈstrʌk.tʃər.ɪŋ//

KK: /riˈstrʌkʧərɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A process of changing the organization or structure of something, often to improve efficiency or effectiveness.

Example: The company is undergoing a restructuring to better meet the needs of its customers.

verb

Definition: To change the organization or structure of something, often to improve efficiency or effectiveness.

Example: The company is restructuring its departments to better serve its customers.

resume

IPA: /rɪˈzuːm/

KK: /rɪˈzum/

intransitive verb

Definition: To start again or continue something after it has been stopped or interrupted.

Example: After the break, we will resume our meeting.

noun

Definition: A document that summarizes a person's education, work experience, skills, and achievements, often used when applying for jobs.

Example: She updated her resume before applying for the new job.

transitive verb

Definition: To start doing something again after stopping or pausing it.

Example: After the break, we will resume the meeting.

retainer

IPA: /rɪˈteɪnər/

KK: /rɪˈteɪnər/

noun

Definition: A person who serves or works for someone, especially in a household, or a device used in dentistry to keep teeth in place after treatment.

Example: After finishing her braces, she wore a retainer to keep her teeth straight.

revenue

IPA: /ˈrɛvənjuː/

KK: /ˈrɛvənju/

noun

Definition: The total amount of money that a business or government receives from its activities, especially from selling goods or services.

Example: The company's revenue increased significantly last year due to higher sales.

rial

IPA: //riˈæl//

KK: /riˈæl/

noun

Definition: A type of currency used in some countries, often referred to as riyal.

Example: The price of the book is twenty rials.

rigging

IPA: /ˈrɪɡɪŋ/

KK: /ˈrɪɡɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A system of ropes, chains, and other materials used to support and control the masts and sails of a ship, or to provide support in construction and theater settings.

Example: The rigging on the old sailing ship was intricate and well-maintained.

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