Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

Definition: The process by which organic material is preserved and turned into a fossil over time.

Example: The fossilization of the dinosaur bones took millions of years.

Definition: To change into a fossil, which is the preserved remains or traces of ancient living things.

Example: Over millions of years, the remains of the dinosaur began to fossilize in the sediment.

Definition: To change something into a fossil, which is a preserved remains or impression of a living thing from the past.

Example: The remains of the ancient tree were fossilized over millions of years.

Definition: Describing something that has been preserved in a solid form, often in rock, usually referring to remains of plants or animals from a long time ago.

Example: The fossilized remains of the dinosaur were discovered in the desert.

Definition: Something that is unpleasant, offensive, or morally wrong. It can also refer to something that is obstructed or blocked.

Example: The foul smell from the garbage made everyone feel sick.

Definition: To become obstructed, tangled, or to commit a violation in a game.

Example: The anchor line fouled on a rock, making it difficult to pull it up.

Definition: A violation of the rules in a game or sport, often resulting in a penalty.

Example: The player received a penalty for committing a foul during the match.

Definition: To hit a ball outside the designated play area in sports, or to commit an unfair act against an opponent.

Example: The player fouled the opponent during the game, resulting in a penalty.

Definition: Something that is easily broken or damaged, often because it is delicate or weak.

Example: Be careful with that vase; it's very fragile.

Definition: To break into smaller pieces or parts.

Example: After the election, the coalition fragmented.

Definition: A small piece that has broken off from something larger or is not complete.

Example: She found a fragment of pottery while digging in the garden.

Definition: To break or separate something into small parts or pieces.

Example: The artist decided to fragment the sculpture into several smaller pieces for the exhibition.

Definition: Easily broken or damaged; not strong or sturdy.

Example: The frail old man needed help crossing the street.

Definition: A type of basket used for holding fruit, particularly dried fruit like raisins or figs.

Example: The market sold various types of frails filled with delicious dried fruits.

Definition: This word describes someone or something that is weaker or more delicate than usual.

Example: After her illness, she felt frailer than before.

Definition: The weakest or most delicate in strength or health.

Example: The frailest of the flowers bloomed first in the garden.

Definition: The condition of being weak or delicate, often due to age or illness.

Example: Her frailness made it difficult for her to carry heavy objects.