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Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

leaven

IPA: /ˈlɛvən/

KK: /ˈlɛvən/

noun

Definition: A substance, like yeast or baking powder, that helps dough rise by causing fermentation or producing gas.

Example: The baker added leaven to the dough to make it fluffy and light.

transitive verb

Definition: To add a substance that causes dough to rise, usually by fermentation, or to introduce a lightening or modifying influence to something.

Example: The baker decided to leaven the bread with yeast to make it fluffy.

lecithin

IPA: /ˈlɛsɪθɪn/

KK: /ˈlɛsɪθɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of fat found in egg yolks and many plants and animals, used to help mix ingredients that usually don't combine well, like oil and water. It is often added to foods, cosmetics, and other products to improve texture and stability.

Example: Lecithin is commonly used in chocolate to keep the ingredients smooth and well mixed.

lectern

IPA: /ˈlɛk.tɚn/

KK: /ˈlɛk.tɚn/

noun

Definition: A piece of furniture with a slanted top used to hold books or notes for someone speaking or reading, often found in churches or lecture halls.

Example: The speaker placed her notes on the lectern before beginning her presentation.

lector

IPA: /ˈlɛktər/

KK: /ˈlɛktər/

noun

Definition: A person who reads aloud specific texts during a church service or a public lecture, often in a formal setting.

Example: The lector read the scripture during the Sunday service.

lecture

IPA: /ˈlɛk.tʃər/

KK: /ˈlɛk.tʃɚ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To give a formal talk on a particular subject, often in an educational setting.

Example: The professor will lecture on modern art this afternoon.

noun

Definition: A talk given to an audience or a class to teach them about a specific topic.

Example: The professor gave an interesting lecture on modern art.

transitive verb

Definition: To give a long talk to an audience about a particular subject, often to teach or inform them.

Example: The professor will lecture the students on the importance of environmental science.

lecturer

IPA: /ˈlɛk.tʃər/

KK: /ˈlɛkʧər/

noun

Definition: A person who teaches at a college or university and gives lectures to students.

Example: The lecturer explained the complex topic in a way that was easy to understand.

legato

IPA: /lɪˈɡeɪtoʊ/

KK: /lɪˈɡɑːtoʊ/

adjective

Definition: In a way that is smooth and connected, especially in music, where notes are played or sung without any breaks between them.

Example: The pianist played the piece legato, allowing the notes to flow seamlessly into one another.

adverb

Definition: In a smooth and connected manner, without any breaks between the sounds or notes, often used in music to indicate how to play or sing.

Example: The musician played the piece legato, allowing the notes to flow seamlessly into one another.

noun

Definition: A style of playing or singing music smoothly and connectedly, without any breaks between the notes.

Example: The pianist played the piece in a legato style, making the notes flow seamlessly together.

legibility

IPA: /lɛˈdʒɪbɪlɪti/

KK: /lɛdʒɪˈbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being clear enough to read easily.

Example: The legibility of the text improved after changing the font.

legible

IPA: /ˈlɛdʒəbl/

KK: /ˈlɛdʒəbl/

adjective

Definition: Easy to read or understand; clear enough to be recognized without difficulty.

Example: The teacher praised the student for his legible handwriting on the exam.

legibly

IPA: /ˈlɛdʒɪbli/

KK: /ˈlɛdʒɪbli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that can be easily read or understood.

Example: Please write your name legibly on the form.

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