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Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

discrete

IPA: /dɪˈskrit/

KK: /dɪˈskrit/

adjective

Definition: Made up of separate and distinct parts that are not connected to each other.

Example: The data was collected in discrete categories to make analysis easier.

discus

IPA: /ˈdɪkəs/

KK: /ˈdɪskəs/

noun

Definition: A flat, circular object that is thrown in sports competitions, often made of wood or plastic with a metal edge.

Example: In the Olympics, athletes compete in the discus throw event.

discuss

IPA: /dɪsˈkʌs/

KK: /dɪsˈkʌs/

transitive verb

Definition: To talk about something with one or more people, sharing ideas and opinions.

Example: We need to discuss our plans for the weekend.

discusser

IPA: /dɪsˈkʌsər/

KK: /dɪsˈkʌsər/

noun

Definition: A person who talks about a topic with others, sharing ideas and opinions.

Example: During the meeting, each discusser shared their thoughts on the project.

verb

Definition: To talk about a topic or share ideas with others.

Example: They will discusser the new project during the meeting.

discussion

IPA: /dɪsˈkʌʃən/

KK: /dɪsˈkʌʃən/

noun

Definition: A conversation or exchange of ideas about a particular topic, often involving multiple people.

Example: We had a discussion about the best ways to improve our project.

disembarkation

IPA: /ˌdɪsɪmˌbɑːrˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /dɪsɪmˈbɑrkəˌkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The action of getting off a vehicle, such as a ship or plane, after a journey.

Example: After the long flight, the passengers were eager for disembarkation at the airport.

disguise

IPA: //dɪsˈɡaɪz//

KK: /dɪsˈɡaɪz/

noun

Definition: A way of changing one's appearance or identity to hide who you really are or to pretend to be someone else.

Example: She wore a mask as a disguise to hide her identity at the party.

transitive verb

Definition: To change someone's appearance or the way something looks so that it is not recognized.

Example: She wore a mask to disguise her identity at the party.

disguisement

IPA: /dɪsˈɡaɪzmənt/

KK: /dɪsˈɡaɪzmənt/

noun

Definition: A way of changing one's appearance or identity to hide who they really are.

Example: The magician's disguisement allowed him to perform tricks without being recognized.

disguising

IPA: /dɪsˈɡaɪzɪŋ/

KK: /dɪsˈɡaɪzɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of changing one's appearance or identity to avoid being recognized.

Example: The magician's disguising made it impossible for the audience to guess his true identity.

verb

Definition: To change the appearance or sound of something so that it is not recognized or is hidden.

Example: She was disguising her voice to sound like someone else.

dishevelled

IPA: /dɪˈʃɛv.əld/

KK: /dɪˈʃɛv.əld/

adjective

Definition: Not neat or tidy in appearance, especially referring to hair or clothing that is messy or unkempt.

Example: After the long journey, she looked dishevelled and tired.

verb

Definition: To make something untidy or messy, especially hair or clothing.

Example: The wind dishevelled her hair as she walked outside.

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