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Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

frame

IPA: /freɪm/

KK: /freɪm/

intransitive verb

Definition: To go or proceed in a certain direction or manner.

Example: They frame through the forest on their way to the campsite.

noun

Definition: A structure that surrounds or supports something, often rectangular in shape, used to hold pictures, windows, or other objects.

Example: She hung the painting in a beautiful wooden frame.

transitive verb

Definition: To create or arrange something in a specific way, often for a particular purpose or to give it a certain structure.

Example: The artist decided to frame the painting with a beautiful wooden border.

framework

IPA: /ˈfreɪmˌwɜrk/

KK: /ˈfreɪmˌwɜrk/

noun

Definition: A basic structure that supports or organizes something, often used in building or in ideas and concepts.

Example: The new software development framework made it easier for programmers to collaborate on projects.

fray

IPA: /freɪ/

KK: /freɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become damaged or worn, especially at the edges, often due to friction or repeated use.

Example: The old carpet began to fray after years of heavy foot traffic.

noun

Definition: A place where something is worn out or torn, especially on fabric, or a heated argument or fight.

Example: The old shirt had a fray at the collar, showing its age.

transitive verb

Definition: To wear away the edges of something, especially fabric, by rubbing or to cause something to become strained or frayed.

Example: The constant use of the backpack began to fray the straps.

freeware

IPA: /ˈfriːwɛə/

KK: /ˈfriˌwɛr/

noun

Definition: Software that can be used without paying any money, often downloaded from the Internet.

Example: Many people prefer to use freeware instead of paying for expensive software.

freeze

IPA: /friːz/

KK: /friz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become solid or turn into ice due to very low temperatures.

Example: The lake froze over in January.

noun

Definition: A situation where something is kept at a certain level and cannot increase, or a period of very cold weather when water turns to ice.

Example: The city announced a freeze on new hiring to save money.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something very cold so that it turns into ice or becomes solid.

Example: We need to freeze the leftovers so they don't spoil.

frequence

IPA: /ˈfriːkwənsi/

KK: /ˈfriːkwənsi/

noun

Definition: The rate at which something occurs over a particular period of time.

Example: The frequency of the bus service has increased to every 15 minutes.

frequency

IPA: /ˈfriːkwənsi/

KK: /ˈfriːkwənsi/

noun

Definition: The number of times something happens in a certain period of time or within a specific range.

Example: The frequency of the sound waves determines how high or low the sound is.

frequent

IPA: /ˈfriːkwənt/

KK: /ˈfrikwənt/

adjective

Definition: Something that happens often or regularly.

Example: She is a frequent traveler who visits new countries every year.

transitive verb

Definition: To visit or go to a place often or regularly.

Example: She frequents the local coffee shop every morning.

frequentness

IPA: /ˈfriːkwəntnəs/

KK: /ˈfrikwəntnəs/

noun

Definition: The state or quality of happening often or repeatedly.

Example: The frequentness of the trains makes it easy to travel around the city.

fretful

IPA: /ˈfrɛtfəl/

KK: /ˈfrɛtfəl/

adjective

Definition: Tending to be anxious, worried, or easily upset; often showing signs of irritation or discomfort.

Example: The fretful child kept asking when we would arrive at the park.

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