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Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

interphase

IPA: /ˈɪntərfeɪz/

KK: /ˈɪntərfeɪz/

noun

Definition: The period in the cell cycle when a cell is not dividing, occurring between two successive divisions.

Example: During interphase, the cell grows and prepares for the next division.

interpolate

IPA: /ɪnˈtɜːr.pə.leɪt/

KK: /ɪnˈtɜr.pə.leɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To insert or add something, often in a way that fills in gaps or makes something more complete.

Example: The scientist used data from previous years to interpolate the missing values in the graph.

transitive verb

Definition: To estimate or calculate a value within two known values, or to insert material into a text or conversation.

Example: The scientist used a method to interpolate the missing data points in the graph.

interpret

IPA: /ɪnˈtɜːrprɪt/

KK: /ɪnˈtɜrprɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To explain the meaning of something or to understand it in a particular way.

Example: She can interpret the poem in several different ways.

transitive verb

Definition: To explain the meaning of something or to understand it in a particular way.

Example: She was asked to interpret the poem for the class.

interpreter

IPA: /ɪnˈtɜːrprɪtə/

KK: /ɪnˈtɜrprɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person who translates spoken language from one language to another during conversations or speeches.

Example: The interpreter helped the tourists communicate with the locals during their visit.

interrogative

IPA: /ˌɪn.təˈrɒɡ.ə.tɪv/

KK: /ɪnˈtɛrəɡətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that asks a question or is related to asking questions.

Example: The teacher used an interrogative sentence to prompt the students for answers.

noun

Definition: A word or sentence that is used to ask a question.

Example: In English, 'what' and 'where' are examples of interrogatives.

interrupt

IPA: /ɪnˈtɜːrʌpt/

KK: /ɪnˈtɜːrʌpt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To break into a conversation or activity, causing a pause or disruption.

Example: Please do not interrupt me while I am speaking.

noun

Definition: A signal or event that stops a current process or activity, allowing another action to take place, often used in computing.

Example: The computer received an interrupt that paused the program to handle a higher priority task.

transitive verb

Definition: To stop someone from speaking or doing something by suddenly breaking in or causing a pause.

Example: Please do not interrupt me while I am explaining the rules.

interrupter

IPA: /ɪnˈrʌptər/

KK: /ɪnˈtɜːrʌptər/

noun

Definition: A device that automatically opens and closes an electric circuit, often used to control the flow of electricity.

Example: The interrupter in the circuit helps to manage the electrical flow safely.

interruption

IPA: /ˌɪntəˈrʌpʃən/

KK: /ˌɪntəˈrʌpʃən/

noun

Definition: A pause or break in something that is happening, often caused by someone or something stopping the flow of an activity or conversation.

Example: The meeting was filled with interruptions, making it hard to focus on the main topic.

intersect

IPA: /ɪnˈtɜːr.sɛkt/

KK: /ɪnˈtɜrˌsɛkt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To cross or meet at a point; to share a common point or line.

Example: The two roads intersect at the traffic light.

transitive verb

Definition: To cut across or through something, or to meet and cross at a point.

Example: The two lines intersect at a right angle.

intersection

IPA: /ˌɪn.təˈsɛk.ʃən/

KK: /ɪnˈtɜrsekʃən/

noun

Definition: A location where two or more roads or paths cross each other, or a point where different things meet or share common elements.

Example: The traffic light at the intersection helps manage the flow of cars and pedestrians.

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