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Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

forecast

IPA: /ˈfɔːrkæst/

KK: /ˈfɔrˌkæst/

intransitive verb

Definition: To predict or estimate what will happen in the future, often related to weather or economic conditions.

Example: The meteorologist will forecast the weather for the weekend.

noun

Definition: A statement about what will happen in the future, especially regarding weather or events.

Example: The weather forecast predicts rain for tomorrow.

transitive verb

Definition: To predict or estimate something in advance, often related to weather or future events, based on data or analysis.

Example: The meteorologist will forecast the weather for the weekend.

forecasted

IPA: /ˈfɔːrkæstɪd/

KK: /ˈfɔrˌkæstɪd/

adjective

Definition: Not available

Example: Not available

verb

Definition: To predict or estimate a future event or condition based on current information or trends.

Example: The weather service forecasted rain for the weekend.

foreground

IPA: /ˈfɔːɡraʊnd/

KK: /ˈfɔrɡraʊnd/

noun

Definition: The part of a scene or image that is closest to the viewer, often containing the main subject or focus.

Example: In the painting, the flowers in the foreground draw the viewer's attention immediately.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something more noticeable or important in a particular context or situation.

Example: The artist decided to foreground the main character in her painting to draw the viewer's attention.

forehand

IPA: //ˈfɔːrhænd//

KK: /ˈfɔrˌhænd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a movement or action where the palm of the hand is facing forward, often used in sports like tennis.

Example: She hit a powerful forehand shot during the match.

adverb

Definition: In a manner that involves a forehand stroke, typically used in sports like tennis or badminton.

Example: She hit the ball with a forehand to score a point.

noun

Definition: A type of stroke used in sports like tennis, where the player hits the ball with the front of the hand facing forward.

Example: She won the match with a powerful forehand that surprised her opponent.

foreigner

IPA: /ˈfɔːrɪnər/

KK: /ˈfɔrɪnər/

noun

Definition: A person who comes from a different country or place, often not belonging to the local community.

Example: The conference was attended by many foreigners from around the world.

forelady

IPA: /ˈfɔːrˌleɪdi/

KK: /ˈfɔrˌleɪdi/

noun

Definition: A woman who is in charge of a group of workers, often overseeing their tasks and ensuring everything runs smoothly.

Example: The forelady organized the team to complete the project on time.

forename

IPA: /ˈfɔːrneɪm/

KK: /ˈfɔːrɪneɪm/

noun

Definition: A name that comes before a person's last name, often used to identify them individually.

Example: Her forename is Sarah, and her surname is Johnson.

forge

IPA: /fɔrdʒ/

KK: /fɔrdʒ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move forward steadily or to make progress, often with effort or determination.

Example: The team forged ahead despite the challenges they faced.

noun

Definition: A place where metal is heated and shaped, often used by blacksmiths to create tools or other items.

Example: The blacksmith worked tirelessly in the forge to create a new sword.

transitive verb

Definition: To create or shape something, often with effort, or to make a fake version of something, like a signature.

Example: He decided to forge a new friendship with his neighbor.

forging

IPA: /ˈfɔːrdʒɪŋ/

KK: /ˈfɔrdʒɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of shaping metal by heating it and hammering it into a desired form.

Example: The blacksmith is skilled in the art of forging tools and weapons.

verb

Definition: To create or shape something by heating and hammering metal, or to make something strong or successful through effort.

Example: The blacksmith is forging a new sword in the workshop.

forgivable

IPA: /fərˈɡɪvəbl/

KK: /fərˈgɪvəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that can be excused or pardoned; not deserving of blame.

Example: Her mistake was forgivable, and everyone understood it was an accident.

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