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Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

defecate

IPA: /ˈdɛfɪˌkeɪt/

KK: /dɛfɪˌkeɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To release waste from the body through the bowels.

Example: The doctor explained that it is normal to defecate several times a week.

transitive verb

Definition: To expel waste material from the body through the bowels.

Example: The doctor explained that it is important to defecate regularly for good health.

defecation

IPA: /ˌdɛfɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /dɛfɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of getting rid of waste from the body through the bowels.

Example: Defecation is a normal part of the digestive process.

defence

IPA: /dɪˈfɛns/

KK: /dɪˈfɛns/

noun

Definition: A way to protect something or someone from harm or attack.

Example: The team worked hard on their defence to prevent the opposing team from scoring.

defender

IPA: /dɪˈfɛndər/

KK: /dɪˈfɛndər/

noun

Definition: A person who protects or defends someone or something from harm or attack.

Example: The defender blocked the shot to keep the team in the game.

defense

IPA: /dɪˈfɛns/

KK: /dɪˈfɛns/

noun

Definition: A way to protect or support something, often used in legal or sports contexts.

Example: The team's defense was strong, preventing the other side from scoring any points.

transitive verb

Definition: To take action to protect or guard against an attack or challenge.

Example: The team worked hard to defense their goal during the match.

defibrillator

IPA: /dɪˈfɪbrɪˌleɪtə/

KK: /dɪˈfɪbrɪˌleɪtər/

noun

Definition: A device that gives an electric shock to the heart to help it beat normally again when it is not beating correctly.

Example: The paramedics used a defibrillator to revive the patient after his heart stopped.

definable

IPA: /dɪˈfaɪnəbl/

KK: /dɪˈfaɪnəbl/

adjective

Definition: Capable of being clearly described or explained.

Example: The concept of love is definable in many ways, depending on personal experiences.

definably

IPA: /dɪˈfaɪnəbli/

KK: /dɪˈfaɪnəbli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that can be clearly identified or defined.

Example: The results of the experiment were definably different from the previous ones.

definite

IPA: /ˈdɛfɪnɪt/

KK: /ˈdɛfɪnɪt/

adjective

Definition: Clearly defined or precise; having specific limits or boundaries.

Example: She gave a definite answer to the question, leaving no room for doubt.

deflate

IPA: /dɪˈfleɪt/

KK: /dɪˈfleɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To lose air or gas, causing a reduction in size or pressure.

Example: The balloon deflated slowly after being pricked by a thorn.

transitive verb

Definition: To let air or gas out of something, causing it to become smaller or less full. It can also mean to reduce the importance or value of something.

Example: He had to deflate the balloon before putting it away.

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