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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

murderess

IPA: //ˈmɜːrdərəs//

KK: /ˈmɜrdərɪs/

noun

Definition: A woman who kills someone intentionally and unlawfully.

Example: The murderess was sentenced to life in prison for her crime.

murderous

IPA: /ˈmɜːrdərəs/

KK: /ˈmɜrdərəs/

adjective

Definition: Having the ability or intention to kill; related to or causing murder or extreme violence.

Example: The film featured a murderous villain who plotted to eliminate anyone in his way.

muscarine

IPA: //ˈmʌskəˌriːn//

KK: /mʌsˈkɛrɪn/

noun

Definition: A poisonous chemical substance that comes from a specific type of mushroom and affects the nervous system.

Example: Muscarine can cause serious health issues if ingested due to its toxic properties.

muscarinic

IPA: /ˌmʌs.kəˈrɪ.nɪk/

KK: /mʌsˈkɛrɪnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of receptor in the body that is activated by a substance called muscarine, which affects the parasympathetic nervous system and can influence functions like heart rate and smooth muscle activity.

Example: The muscarinic receptors play a crucial role in regulating heart rate and digestion.

muse

IPA: /mjuːz/

KK: /myuz/

noun

Definition: A source of inspiration or a guiding spirit, often associated with creativity and the arts.

Example: The artist found her muse in the beauty of nature.

transitive verb

Definition: To think deeply or carefully about something, often in a reflective or contemplative way.

Example: She mused over the possibilities of her future career.

musicalise

IPA: /ˈmjuːzɪkəlaɪz/

KK: /ˈmjuːzɪkəlaɪz/

verb

Definition: To create or arrange music for a specific purpose, such as a play or poem.

Example: The composer was asked to musicalise the new play for the theater.

musicality

IPA: /ˌmjuːzɪˈkælɪti/

KK: /ˌmjuːzɪˈkælɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability to understand, appreciate, or create music, often shown through sensitivity and talent.

Example: Her musicality was evident when she played the piano beautifully.

musicianship

IPA: /mjuˈzɪʃənʃɪp/

KK: /mjuˈzɪʃənˌʃɪp/

noun

Definition: The ability and skill to play music or create musical compositions.

Example: Her musicianship was evident in the way she played the piano beautifully.

musicological

IPA: /ˌmjuːzɪkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

KK: /mjuːzɪkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the study of music and its history, theory, and cultural significance.

Example: The conference focused on musicological research and its impact on contemporary music education.

musicologist

IPA: //mjuːˈzɪkəˌlɒdʒɪst//

KK: /ˈmjuːzɪkɒlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies the history, theory, and practice of music.

Example: The musicologist presented her research on the evolution of jazz music.

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