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Exam: Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET)

shiver

IPA: /ˈʃɪvər/

KK: /ˈʃɪvər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To shake or tremble, often because of cold or fear.

Example: She began to shiver when she stepped outside into the cold wind.

noun

Definition: A sudden feeling of cold or fear that causes the body to shake slightly.

Example: She felt a shiver run down her spine when she heard the strange noise.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something shake or tremble, often due to cold or fear.

Example: The cold wind made her shiver as she walked outside.

shivering

IPA: /ˈʃɪvərɪŋ/

KK: /ʃɪvərɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of shaking or trembling, often due to cold or fear.

Example: She was shivering from the cold wind as she walked outside.

verb

Definition: To shake slightly and uncontrollably, often because of cold or fear.

Example: She was shivering from the cold wind as she walked outside.

shocked

IPA: /ʃɒkt/

KK: /ʃɑkt/

adjective

Definition: Feeling very surprised or upset by something unexpected.

Example: She was shocked to hear the news about her friend's accident.

verb

Definition: To feel or show a strong emotional reaction, often due to something unexpected or disturbing.

Example: She was shocked to hear the news about her friend's accident.

shoe

IPA: /ʃuː/

KK: /ʃu/

noun

Definition: A strong covering for the foot, usually made of leather or similar materials, that protects and supports the foot while walking or running.

Example: She bought a new pair of shoes for the party.

transitive verb

Definition: To put a protective covering on something, usually a horse's hoof, with a material like metal or wood.

Example: The blacksmith will shoe the horse to protect its hooves.

shoestring

IPA: /ˈʃuːstrɪŋ/

KK: /ˈʃuːstrɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is long and thin, or refers to having very little money or resources.

Example: They started their business on a shoestring budget, making the most of what they had.

noun

Definition: A very small amount of money that is not enough for a larger project or business.

Example: They started their business on a shoestring budget, trying to keep costs as low as possible.

shop

IPA: /ʃɒp/

KK: /ʃɑp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To visit stores to look for items to buy.

Example: I love to shop on weekends for new clothes.

noun

Definition: A place where people can buy goods or services, or where things are made or repaired.

Example: I need to go to the shop to buy some groceries.

transitive verb

Definition: To go to a store to buy something.

Example: I need to shop for groceries this weekend.

shopgirl

IPA: /ˈʃɒpɡɜːrl/

KK: /ʃɑpɡɜrl/

noun

Definition: A young woman or girl who works in a store, helping customers and selling products.

Example: The shopgirl greeted me with a smile as I entered the store.

shoppe

IPA: /ʃɒp/

KK: /ʃɑp/

noun

Definition: A small store or business, often selling specific types of goods, typically used in a more old-fashioned or quaint context.

Example: She bought a beautiful dress at the local shoppe.

shopper

IPA: /ˈʃɒpə/

KK: /ˈʃɑpər/

noun

Definition: A person who goes to stores to buy things or look for good deals.

Example: The shopper found a great sale on shoes at the mall.

shopping

IPA: /ˈʃɒpɪŋ/

KK: /ˈʃɑpɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The activity of purchasing goods or items from stores or online.

Example: I enjoy shopping for clothes during the sales.

verb

Definition: To visit stores or online sites to buy goods or services.

Example: I enjoy shopping for new clothes during the sales.

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