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Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

mask

IPA: //mæsk//

KK: /mæsk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To cover the face with a mask, often for a performance or event.

Example: She decided to mask her face with a beautiful mask for the party.

noun

Definition: An object worn on the face to cover it, often used for protection, disguise, or cosmetic purposes.

Example: She wore a mask to the party to hide her identity.

transitive verb

Definition: To cover something in order to hide, protect, or disguise it.

Example: The artist decided to mask the background of the painting to focus on the main subject.

masking

IPA: /ˈmæskɪŋ/

KK: /ˈmæskɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of hiding or covering something, often to prevent it from being seen or noticed.

Example: The artist used masking to create a stunning visual effect in her painting.

mass

IPA: /mæs/

KK: /mæs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a large number of people or things, often in a collective or widespread manner.

Example: The concert attracted a mass audience, filling the stadium to capacity.

noun

Definition: A large amount or collection of something that is not specifically defined, often referring to a group of parts that come together to form a whole.

Example: The artist used a mass of colors to create a vibrant painting.

transitive verb

Definition: To gather or combine things into a large group or mass.

Example: The workers will mass the supplies in the storage room before the event.

massive

IPA: /ˈmæsɪv/

KK: /ˈmæsɪv/

adjective

Definition: Very large in size, amount, or degree; heavy and solid.

Example: The massive building towered over the city skyline.

masterpiece

IPA: //ˈmæstərˌpiːs//

KK: /ˈmæstərˌpis/

noun

Definition: A very high-quality work of art or craft that is considered to be the best of its kind.

Example: The painting was hailed as a masterpiece and won several awards.

masthead

IPA: /ˈmæstˌhɛd/

KK: /ˈmæstˌhɛd/

noun

Definition: The top part of a mast on a ship or the title section of a newspaper or magazine that shows its name and important information.

Example: The masthead of the magazine displayed the title and the names of the editors.

masticate

IPA: //ˈmæstɪkeɪt//

KK: /ˈmæstɪˌkeɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To chew food thoroughly before swallowing it.

Example: It is important to masticate your food well to aid digestion.

transitive verb

Definition: To chew food thoroughly before swallowing it.

Example: It is important to masticate your food well to aid digestion.

material

IPA: /məˈtɪəriəl/

KK: /məˈtɪr i əl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to physical objects or substances, rather than ideas or feelings; important or significant in a practical way.

Example: The material evidence presented in court helped to prove the case.

noun

Definition: The substance or items used to create or make something, including physical objects, ideas, or tools.

Example: The artist chose high-quality material for her sculpture.

maternal

IPA: /məˈtɜrnəl/

KK: /məˈtɜrnəl/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is connected to or typical of a mother or motherhood.

Example: She has a strong maternal instinct to care for her children.

mathematical

IPA: /ˌmæθəˈmætɪkəl/

KK: /mæθəˈmætɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the study of numbers, shapes, and patterns, often involving calculations and logical reasoning.

Example: She has a strong mathematical ability, which helps her solve complex problems.

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