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Exam: Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET)

cabinet

IPA: /ˈkæbɪnɪt/

KK: /ˈkæbɪnɪt/

adjective

Definition: Related to a group of advisors to a leader, often in government, or suitable for use in a storage unit.

Example: The cabinet members met to discuss new policies.

noun

Definition: A piece of furniture with shelves, drawers, or compartments used for storing or displaying items, or a group of officials who advise a leader in government.

Example: The cabinet in the living room holds all of our family photos and keepsakes.

cabstand

IPA: //ˈkæb.stænd//

KK: /kæbstænd/

noun

Definition: A location where taxis wait for passengers to pick them up.

Example: I waited at the cabstand for my ride to arrive.

cadet

IPA: /kəˈdɛt/

KK: /kəˈdɛt/

noun

Definition: A student at a military school who is learning to become an officer.

Example: The cadet completed his training and graduated with honors.

cafe

IPA: /kæˈfeɪ/

KK: /kæˈfeɪ/

noun

Definition: A small place where people can buy and enjoy coffee, snacks, and light meals, often in a casual setting.

Example: I like to meet my friends at the cafe for coffee and pastries.

cafeteria

IPA: /N/A/

KK: /N/A/

adjective

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available.

noun

Definition: A place where people can buy or bring food to eat, often found in schools or offices, where meals are served at a counter and taken to tables.

Example: After class, we went to the cafeteria to grab lunch together.

cake

IPA: /keɪk/

KK: /keɪk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To form into a solid or compact mass, often due to drying or freezing.

Example: The wet snow caked on the ground as the temperature fell.

noun

Definition: A sweet baked food made from flour, liquid, eggs, and other ingredients, often enjoyed as a dessert.

Example: She baked a chocolate cake for her friend's birthday.

transitive verb

Definition: To cover or fill something with a thick layer of a substance, often making it hard or compacted.

Example: The snow caked the ground, making it difficult to walk.

calculator

IPA: //ˈkæl.kjʊ.leɪ.tər//

KK: /ˈkæl.kjə.leɪ.tər/

noun

Definition: A device or tool used to perform mathematical calculations, often electronically.

Example: I used a calculator to help me with my math homework.

calendar

IPA: /ˈkæl.ɪn.dər/

KK: /ˈkæl.ɪn.dər/

noun

Definition: A system or chart that shows the days, weeks, and months of a year, helping people keep track of time and events.

Example: I marked my birthday on the calendar so I wouldn't forget it.

transitive verb

Definition: To write or enter an event or appointment in a schedule or planner.

Example: I need to calendar my doctor's appointment for next week.

calender

IPA: /ˈkæl.ɪn.dər/

KK: /ˈkæl.ɪn.dər/

noun

Definition: A machine that smooths and makes paper or cloth shiny by pressing it through rollers.

Example: The factory uses a calender to finish the fabric before it is shipped out.

transitive verb

Definition: To press paper or cloth using a machine with rollers.

Example: The factory uses a calender to smooth the fabric before it is dyed.

call

IPA: /kɔl/

KK: /kɔl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To communicate with someone using a telephone or to shout out loudly.

Example: She called for her friend from across the street.

noun

Definition: A loud cry or shout, often used to get someone's attention or to express something loudly.

Example: She let out a call to her friends across the park.

transitive verb

Definition: To use a name or title to refer to someone or something, or to communicate with someone by phone.

Example: I will call you later to discuss our plans.

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