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Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

salivate

IPA: /ˈsælɪveɪt/

KK: /sælɪveɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To produce saliva, often in response to the smell or thought of food.

Example: The delicious aroma of the cookies made me salivate.

transitive verb

Definition: To produce saliva, especially in response to the smell or thought of food.

Example: The delicious aroma of the cookies made me salivate.

sallowest

IPA: /ˈsæl.oʊ.ɪst/

KK: /ˈsæl.oʊ.ɪst/

adjective

Definition: Having a sickly, yellowish or pale complexion, often indicating poor health or lack of vitality.

Example: After being ill for a week, her face looked sallowest compared to her usual rosy cheeks.

salutation

IPA: /ˌsæl.jʊˈteɪ.ʃən/

KK: /sælʊˈteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A way to greet someone, often with words or gestures, showing respect or goodwill.

Example: In her letter, she started with a warm salutation to her friend.

sample

IPA: /ˈsæmpl/

KK: /ˈsæmpl/

adjective

Definition: Serving as a representative or example of something.

Example: The teacher provided a sample question to help students prepare for the exam.

noun

Definition: A part or piece that represents a larger whole, often used for testing or analysis.

Example: The scientist took a sample of the water to test for pollutants.

transitive verb

Definition: To take a small part of something to test or examine it, or to use a piece of an original recording in a new one.

Example: The chef decided to sample several dishes before making a final decision.

sanatorium

IPA: /ˌsænəˈtɔːrɪəm/

KK: /sænəˈtɔrɪəm/

noun

Definition: A place where people go to recover their health, especially after being sick or for long-term treatment of illnesses.

Example: After her surgery, she spent several weeks at a sanatorium to regain her strength.

sanitarium

IPA: //sænɪˈtɛəriəm//

KK: /sænɪˈtɛrɪəm/

noun

Definition: A place where people go to receive medical treatment, especially for long-term illnesses or mental health issues.

Example: After her illness, she spent several months in a sanitarium to recover and regain her strength.

sanitate

IPA: /ˈsænɪteɪt/

KK: /sænɪteɪt/

verb

Definition: To make something clean and free from germs or dirt, often by using special methods or products.

Example: It is important to sanitate the kitchen before cooking to ensure food safety.

sanitise

IPA: /ˈsænɪtaɪz/

KK: /ˈsænɪtaɪz/

verb

Definition: To make something clean and free from germs or bacteria, often by using chemicals or heat.

Example: It is important to sanitise your hands before eating.

sanitization

IPA: /ˌsænɪtaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /sænɪtəˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of making something clean and safe by removing dirt, germs, or harmful substances.

Example: The sanitization of the hospital was essential to prevent the spread of infections.

sanitorium

IPA: //sæ.nɪˈtɔː.ri.əm//

KK: /sænɪˈtɔːrɪəm/

noun

Definition: A place where people go to receive treatment for long-term illnesses, especially those related to the lungs or tuberculosis.

Example: After her illness, she spent several months in a sanitorium to recover her health.

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