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Exam: Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET)

dressing

IPA: //ˈdrɛs.ɪŋ//

KK: /ˈdrɛsɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A type of sauce used to add flavor to salads or other dishes, or a material used to cover a wound.

Example: She drizzled the dressing over the fresh salad before serving it.

dressmaker

IPA: //ˈdrɛsˌmeɪkər//

KK: /ˈdrɛsˌmeɪkər/

adjective

Definition: A person who makes dresses, often creating custom designs and fitting garments for clients.

Example: The dressmaker created a beautiful gown for the wedding.

noun

Definition: A person who makes dresses or other clothing items, often by hand or using sewing machines.

Example: The dressmaker created a beautiful gown for the wedding.

dressy

IPA: //ˈdrɛsi//

KK: /ˈdrɛsi/

adjective

Definition: Having a stylish or elegant appearance, often suitable for formal occasions.

Example: She wore a dressy outfit to the wedding.

drink

IPA: /drɪŋk/

KK: /drɪŋk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take in liquid through the mouth; to consume a beverage.

Example: After the long hike, we stopped to drink some water.

noun

Definition: A liquid that people can consume, often referred to as a beverage. It can include water, juice, soda, or alcoholic drinks.

Example: She ordered a refreshing drink on a hot day.

transitive verb

Definition: To swallow a liquid, usually for nourishment or refreshment.

Example: She decided to drink a glass of water after her workout.

drinkable

IPA: /ˈdrɪŋkəbl/

KK: /ˈdrɪŋkəbl/

adjective

Definition: Suitable or safe for drinking; a liquid that is safe to consume.

Example: The water from the well is clean and drinkable.

noun

Definition: A liquid that is safe and suitable for consumption.

Example: The water from the well is drinkable after being filtered.

drive

IPA: //draɪv//

KK: /draɪv/

intransitive verb

Definition: To go or be transported in a vehicle, often at a fast speed.

Example: We decided to drive to the beach for the weekend.

noun

Definition: A road or path designed for vehicles, often leading to a specific destination.

Example: We took a scenic drive through the mountains.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something to happen or to move in a particular direction, often with force or energy.

Example: He drove the ball into the outfield for a home run.

driveable

IPA: /ˈdraɪvəbl/

KK: /ˈdraɪvəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be driven, referring to vehicles or surfaces that are safe for driving.

Example: The new road is driveable even in bad weather conditions.

drop

IPA: /drɒp/

KK: /drɑp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To fall or let something fall from a higher position to a lower one.

Example: The ball will drop into the basket if you aim correctly.

noun

Definition: A small amount of liquid that falls or is released from a surface, often in a round shape.

Example: She added a drop of lemon juice to the water.

transitive verb

Definition: To let something fall or to cause it to fall from a higher position to a lower one.

Example: She decided to drop the ball from the top of the stairs.

drove

IPA: /droʊv/

KK: /droʊv/

noun

Definition: A group of animals or people that are being moved together in one direction.

Example: The drove of sheep moved steadily across the field.

verb

Definition: To have operated a vehicle, such as a car, in the past.

Example: Yesterday, I drove to the beach with my friends.

drowse

IPA: /draʊz/

KK: /draʊz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be in a light sleep or to feel sleepy without fully falling asleep.

Example: After a long day, I like to drowse on the couch for a while.

noun

Definition: The state of being in a light sleep or feeling very sleepy.

Example: After a long day, I felt a drowse come over me as I sat on the couch.

transitive verb

Definition: To make someone feel sleepy or to cause them to fall into a light sleep.

Example: The warm sun drowsed me as I lay on the beach.

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