Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A group of 15 chemical elements in the periodic table that have similar properties, starting with cerium and ending with lutetium.

Example: The lanthanides are often used in various high-tech applications, including electronics and renewable energy technologies.

Definition: A group of 15 chemical elements in the periodic table with atomic numbers from 57 to 71, known for their similar properties and often used in various high-tech applications.

Example: The lanthanoid elements are important in the production of strong magnets.

Definition: A soft, silvery-white metal that is part of the rare-earth elements, used in making glass and lighting for movies and television.

Example: Lanthanum is often used in the production of high-quality glass for camera lenses.

Definition: A thin, tube-like instrument used in surgery to look inside the abdomen or pelvis through a small cut in the skin.

Example: The doctor used a laparoscope to examine the patient's abdominal organs.

Definition: Relating to a type of surgery that uses small incisions and a camera to see inside the body.

Example: The doctor performed a laparoscopic surgery to remove the gallbladder.

Definition: Relating to the art of cutting and engraving precious stones, or characterized by precision and elegance in expression.

Example: The author's lapidary style made the complex ideas easy to understand.

Definition: A person who works with precious or semi-precious stones, cutting, polishing, or engraving them.

Example: The lapidary carefully polished the emerald until it shone brightly.

Definition: To throw stones or other objects at someone, often as a form of punishment or to express strong disapproval.

Example: The crowd began to lapidate the accused man as a form of punishment.

Definition: Able to collapse or fall down easily.

Example: The collapsible chair is convenient for camping trips because it can be stored in a small space.

Definition: Relating to or characterized by theft or stealing.

Example: The larcenous actions of the thief shocked the entire community.

Definition: In a way that involves stealing or theft.

Example: He larcenously took the money from the cash register.