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Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

berthing

IPA: /ˈbɜːrθɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbɜrθɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A place where a ship is secured or docked, or a space for sleeping, especially on a ship.

Example: The cruise ship was berthing at the port for the night.

verb

Definition: To bring a ship into a specific place to dock or anchor.

Example: The captain is berthing the ship at the harbor.

beryllium

IPA: //bɛˈrɪliəm//

KK: /bɛˈrɪliəm/

noun

Definition: A lightweight and strong metallic element that is gray in color and is used in various applications, including aerospace and nuclear reactors.

Example: Beryllium is often used in aerospace components due to its strength and light weight.

bespoke

IPA: /bɪˈspoʊk/

KK: /bɪˈspoʊk/

adjective

Definition: Made to order or tailored specifically for an individual, often used to describe clothing or other items that are custom-designed.

Example: He ordered a bespoke suit for the wedding.

verb

Definition: To arrange or order something in advance, especially in a custom or tailored manner.

Example: He bespoke a suit that perfectly fit his measurements.

besuited

IPA: /bɪˈsjuːtɪd/

KK: /bɪˈsutɪd/

adjective

Definition: Besuited means wearing a suit, typically referring to someone who is dressed formally in a tailored outfit that includes a jacket and trousers.

Example: He looked very professional in his besuited appearance at the meeting.

beta

IPA: /ˈbeɪtə/

KK: /ˈbeɪtə/

adjective

Definition: Referring to the second position in a structure, especially in chemistry, where it relates to organic molecules and their arrangement.

Example: The beta position of the molecule is crucial for its reactivity.

noun

Definition: A term used in finance, chemistry, and other fields to describe a specific measure, version, or type of something, such as the volatility of a stock or a version of software that is still being tested.

Example: The new software is currently in beta testing before its official release.

bewildered

IPA: /bɪˈwɪləd/

KK: /bɪˈwɪl.dərd/

adjective

Definition: Feeling confused or puzzled about something.

Example: She looked bewildered when she heard the unexpected news.

verb

Definition: To be confused or puzzled by something, often feeling lost or unsure about what to do.

Example: She looked bewildered when she saw the unexpected news.

bewitching

IPA: /bɪˈwɪtʃɪŋ/

KK: /bɪˈwɪtʃɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Having a magical or charming quality that attracts and delights people.

Example: The bewitching melody captivated everyone in the room.

biannual

IPA: //baɪˈæn.ju.əl//

KK: /baɪˈæn.ju.əl/

adjective

Definition: Taking place two times in a year.

Example: The company holds a biannual meeting to discuss its progress.

bicarbonate

IPA: //baɪˈkɑːrbəneɪt//

KK: /baɪˈkɑːrbəˌneɪt/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound that contains the bicarbonate ion, often used in baking and as an antacid.

Example: Sodium bicarbonate is commonly used in baking to help dough rise.

biddable

IPA: /ˈbɪdəbl/

KK: /ˈbɪdəbl/

adjective

Definition: Willing to follow instructions or commands; easy to control or teach.

Example: The dog was very biddable, responding quickly to all of its owner's commands.

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