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Exam: Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET)

square

IPA: //skwɛr//

KK: /skwɛr/

adjective

Definition: Having four equal sides and four right angles, like a shape or object that is flat and has a square shape.

Example: The table is square, making it perfect for the small dining room.

adverb

Definition: In a direct or straightforward way; firmly or solidly.

Example: He stood square to the audience while giving his speech.

intransitive verb

Definition: To be positioned at right angles to something else, typically referring to lines or shapes.

Example: The two lines square with each other, forming a perfect angle.

noun

Definition: A shape with four equal sides and four right angles, or an open area surrounded by streets, often used as a public space.

Example: The children played in the square while their parents sat on the benches.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something equal or to bring it into a certain shape or position, often used in contexts like mathematics or resolving a situation.

Example: He tried to square the situation with his friends after the argument.

squash

IPA: /N/A/

KK: /N/A/

adverb

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available.

intransitive verb

Definition: To become crushed or flattened, often due to pressure or impact.

Example: The fruit will squash if you press it too hard.

noun

Definition: A type of vegetable that belongs to the gourd family, often with a soft, edible fruit and a hard outer skin. It can also refer to a game played in a walled court with rackets and a rubber ball.

Example: We made a delicious soup with the fresh squash from the garden.

transitive verb

Definition: To crush or flatten something by applying pressure, often resulting in a soft or pulpy mass.

Example: She decided to squash the bug with her shoe.

stale

IPA: /steɪl/

KK: /steɪl/

adjective

Definition: Not fresh or new; having lost its original quality or freshness, often used to describe food or ideas that are no longer appealing.

Example: The bread was stale and hard, so I decided to throw it away.

intransitive verb

Definition: To urinate, particularly used in reference to horses and camels.

Example: The horse staled on the side of the trail during our ride.

noun

Definition: The urine produced by certain animals, particularly horses and camels, often used in specific contexts.

Example: The stable smelled of stale from the horses.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something old or no longer fresh, often referring to food or ideas.

Example: The bread will stale if left out for too long.

stall

IPA: /stɔl/

KK: /stɔl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To stop moving or progress, often temporarily, or to delay something.

Example: The car stalled in the middle of the road.

noun

Definition: A small enclosed space or booth where goods are sold, or a compartment for an animal in a barn.

Example: The farmer kept his horses in the stall next to the hay storage.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something stop moving or functioning, often unexpectedly, or to delay progress.

Example: The mechanic had to stall the engine to fix the problem.

stamp

IPA: /stæmp/

KK: /stæmp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To put your foot down heavily or forcefully, often making a loud noise.

Example: He began to stamp his feet in frustration when he heard the news.

noun

Definition: A small piece of paper that you buy from the government to use when sending mail, or a mark made by a tool to create a shape or design.

Example: I put a stamp on the envelope before mailing it.

transitive verb

Definition: To press down with force, often using the foot, to make a mark or to crush something.

Example: She decided to stamp her foot in frustration when she didn't get her way.

stand

IPA: /stænd/

KK: /stænd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be in an upright position on your feet or to remain in a particular place or position.

Example: She decided to stand during the concert instead of sitting.

noun

Definition: A place or structure where goods are displayed for sale, or a position taken in a situation, often for defense or resistance.

Example: The farmer set up a stand at the market to sell fresh vegetables.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something upright or to hold it in a vertical position.

Example: She asked him to stand the vase on the table.

standing

IPA: /ˈstændɪŋ/

KK: /ˈstændɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Not cut down or removed; remaining in place and not moving.

Example: The standing tree provided shade on a hot day.

noun

Definition: The position or status of a person or thing, often in terms of reputation or duration.

Example: She has a high standing in the community due to her charitable work.

stare

IPA: /stɛr/

KK: /stɛr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To look at something or someone for a long time without blinking, often with wide eyes.

Example: She stared at the painting, captivated by its beauty.

noun

Definition: A long, fixed look at something or someone, often showing curiosity or surprise.

Example: She gave him a long stare when he told her the news.

transitive verb

Definition: To look at someone or something with a fixed gaze, often for a long time.

Example: She couldn't help but stare at the beautiful painting.

start

IPA: /stɑrt/

KK: /stɑrt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To begin or commence something; to come into existence or action.

Example: The race will start at noon.

noun

Definition: An occasion or point in time when something begins or is initiated.

Example: The start of the race was marked by a loud horn.

transitive verb

Definition: To begin or commence something, such as an activity or event.

Example: They will start the meeting at 10 AM.

startled

IPA: /ˈstɑːrtəld/

KK: /ˈstɑrtəld/

adjective

Definition: Feeling surprised or shocked by something unexpected.

Example: She was startled by the loud noise outside.

verb

Definition: To cause someone to feel sudden shock or surprise.

Example: The loud noise startled the cat, making it jump off the couch.

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