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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

offprint

IPA: /ˈɒfprɪnt/

KK: /ˈɔfˌprɪnt/

noun

Definition: A printed copy of a part of a larger work, like an article from a magazine or journal.

Example: The researcher distributed offprints of her article to colleagues at the conference.

transitive verb

Definition: To reproduce or reprint a specific article or excerpt from a publication.

Example: The researcher decided to offprint the important findings from the journal for wider distribution.

ogival

IPA: /oʊˈdʒaɪvəl/

KK: /oʊˈdʒaɪvəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing a shape that is curved and pointed, similar to an ogive, often seen in architecture and design.

Example: The cathedral features beautiful ogival arches that enhance its elegance.

ohmic

IPA: /ˈoʊmɪk/

KK: /ˈoʊmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to electrical resistance measured in ohms, often used to describe materials or components that follow Ohm's law.

Example: The circuit uses ohmic materials to ensure consistent resistance.

oleate

IPA: /oʊˈliːeɪt/

KK: /oʊˈliːeɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of chemical compound that is either a salt or an ester derived from oleic acid, commonly found in fats and oils.

Example: Oleate is often used in the production of soaps and cosmetics.

olefin

IPA: /oʊˈlɛfɪn/

KK: /oʊˈlɛfɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of hydrocarbon that has at least one carbon-carbon double bond, commonly used in the production of plastics and synthetic fibers.

Example: Polypropylene is a common olefin used in various packaging materials.

olefinic

IPA: /oʊˈlɛfɪnɪk/

KK: /oʊˈlɛfɪnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or containing a type of hydrocarbon known as olefins, which are unsaturated compounds with at least one carbon-carbon double bond.

Example: The olefinic compounds in the mixture reacted quickly during the chemical process.

oleum

IPA: /ˈoʊliəm/

KK: /ˈoʊliəm/

noun

Definition: A dangerous and corrosive liquid made from sulfur trioxide mixed with sulfuric acid, often used in chemical processes.

Example: The laboratory handled oleum with extreme caution due to its corrosive nature.

olfaction

IPA: /ɒlˈfækʃən/

KK: /ɒlˈfækʃən/

noun

Definition: The ability to detect and identify smells.

Example: Olfaction plays a crucial role in how we experience flavors in food.

olfactometer

IPA: /ɒlˈfæktəˌmɛtə/

KK: /ɒlˈfæktəˌmɛtər/

noun

Definition: A device used to measure how well someone can smell or to assess the strength and quality of different odors.

Example: The researchers used an olfactometer to test the participants' sense of smell.

olfactory

IPA: /ɒlˈfæktəri/

KK: /ɔlˈfæktəri/

adjective

Definition: Related to the ability to smell or the sense of smell.

Example: The olfactory nerves send signals to the brain when we smell something.

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