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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

anodized

IPA: /ˈænəˌdaɪzd/

KK: /ˈænəˌdaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a metal object that has been treated to create a protective or decorative layer of oxide on its surface through an electrolytic process.

Example: The anodized aluminum parts are more resistant to corrosion and wear.

verb

Definition: To treat a metal surface with an electrolytic process to create a protective or decorative oxide layer.

Example: The aluminum parts were anodized to prevent corrosion and improve appearance.

anodyne

IPA: /ˈænəˌdaɪn/

KK: /ˈænəˌdaɪn/

adjective

Definition: Something that can relieve pain or discomfort, or is gentle and not likely to upset anyone.

Example: The anodyne music helped to calm her nerves after a long day.

noun

Definition: A substance or medicine that helps to relieve pain or discomfort.

Example: The doctor prescribed an anodyne to help with her headache.

anodynic

IPA: /ˌænəˈdaɪnɪk/

KK: /æˈnoʊdɪnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that relieves pain or discomfort.

Example: The doctor prescribed an anodynic medication to help with the patient's chronic pain.

anoint

IPA: /əˈnɔɪnt/

KK: /əˈnɔɪnt/

transitive verb

Definition: To apply oil or a similar substance to someone or something, often during a religious ceremony or as a sign of blessing.

Example: The priest will anoint the new altar with holy oil.

anointed

IPA: /əˈnɔɪntɪd/

KK: /əˈnɔɪntɪd/

noun

Definition: A person who has been chosen or blessed for a special role, often in a religious context.

Example: The anointed was celebrated during the ceremony for their new role in the community.

verb

Definition: To have been chosen or designated for a special role or purpose, often in a religious or ceremonial context.

Example: The king was anointed in a grand ceremony, marking the beginning of his reign.

anointer

IPA: /əˈnɔɪntər/

KK: /əˈnɔɪntər/

noun

Definition: A person who applies oil or a similar substance to someone or something, often for a ceremonial purpose.

Example: The anointer carefully applied the sacred oil during the ceremony.

anointment

IPA: /əˈnɔɪntmənt/

KK: /əˈnɔɪntmənt/

noun

Definition: The act of applying oil or another liquid to someone or something, often for a special purpose or ceremony.

Example: The anointment of the new leader was a significant event for the community.

anomalous

IPA: /əˈnɒ.mə.ləs/

KK: /əˈnɑː.mə.ləs/

adjective

Definition: Different from what is usual or expected; not normal.

Example: The scientist found an anomalous result in the experiment that required further investigation.

anomalously

IPA: /əˈnɑːməˌləsli/

KK: /əˈnɑːməˌləsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is unusual or different from what is expected.

Example: The results of the experiment were anomalously high, raising questions about the methodology.

anomalousness

IPA: /əˈnɒmə.ləs.nəs/

KK: /əˈnɑːməˌləsnəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of being different from what is normal or expected.

Example: The anomalousness of the results raised questions about the experiment's accuracy.

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