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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

annunciate

IPA: /əˈnʌnʃieɪt/

KK: /əˈnʌnʃiˌeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To make a formal announcement or declaration about something.

Example: The teacher will annunciate the new rules at the beginning of the semester.

annunciation

IPA: /əˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/

KK: /əˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: A formal announcement or proclamation, especially in a religious context, often referring to the announcement of the Incarnation to the Virgin Mary in Christianity.

Example: The Annunciation is celebrated on March 25 each year in many Christian traditions.

annunciatory

IPA: /əˈnʌn.sɪ.əˌtɔː.ri/

KK: /əˈnʌn.sɪ.əˌtɔːr.i/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or serving as an announcement; indicating or proclaiming something.

Example: The annunciatory message was clear and left no room for misunderstanding.

anodal

IPA: /əˈnoʊdəl/

KK: /əˈnoʊdəl/

adjective

Definition: Connected to or related to the anode, which is the positive electrode in an electrical device.

Example: The anodal stimulation improved the patient's recovery process.

anodally

IPA: /əˈnɒdəli/

KK: /əˈnɒdəli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that relates to or resembles an anode, which is the positive electrode in an electrical device.

Example: The current flowed anodally, indicating the direction of the positive charge.

anodic

IPA: /əˈnɒdɪk/

KK: /əˈnɒdɪk/

adjective

Definition: Connected to the positive side of an electrical device where oxidation occurs.

Example: The anodic reaction in the battery helps to generate electricity.

anodically

IPA: /əˈnɒdɪkli/

KK: /əˈnɒdɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the anode, which is the positive electrode in an electrical device where oxidation occurs.

Example: The metal was treated anodically to enhance its corrosion resistance.

anodise

IPA: /ˈænəˌdaɪz/

KK: /ˈænəˌdaɪz/

verb

Definition: To coat a metal, usually aluminum, with a protective layer through an electrochemical process.

Example: The manufacturer decided to anodise the aluminum parts to prevent corrosion.

anodization

IPA: /ˌænəˈdaɪzeɪʃən/

KK: /ænəˈdaɪzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of treating a metal surface to increase its resistance to corrosion and wear by forming a protective oxide layer.

Example: The anodization of aluminum helps to prevent rust and improve its appearance.

anodize

IPA: /ˈænəˌdaɪz/

KK: /ˈænəˌdaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To apply a protective or decorative layer of oxide to a metal surface using an electrolytic process.

Example: The manufacturer decided to anodize the aluminum parts to improve their durability and appearance.

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