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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

oralist

IPA: /ˈɔːrəlɪst/

KK: /ˈɔrəlɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who supports or promotes the use of spoken language, especially in teaching deaf individuals, rather than sign language.

Example: The oralist believes that teaching deaf children to speak is more beneficial than using sign language.

orality

IPA: /ɔˈrælɪti/

KK: /ɔˈrælɪti/

noun

Definition: The condition or quality of being spoken rather than written; relating to spoken language.

Example: In many cultures, orality is an important part of storytelling traditions.

orate

IPA: /ɔˈreɪt/

KK: /ɔˈreɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To speak in a formal and often grand way, usually in public.

Example: The politician will orate at the rally to inspire the crowd.

oratorically

IPA: /ɔːˈrætɪkli/

KK: /ɔːˈrætɚɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to public speaking or giving speeches.

Example: She spoke oratorically, captivating the audience with her powerful delivery.

orbicular

IPA: /ˈɔːrbɪkjʊlər/

KK: /ˈɔrbɪkjələr/

adjective

Definition: Having a round or circular shape.

Example: The leaves of the plant are orbicular, resembling small discs.

orbiculate

IPA: /ɔːrˈbɪkjʊlɪt/

KK: /ɔrˈbɪk.jə.lɪt/

adjective

Definition: Having a round or circular shape.

Example: The leaves of the plant are orbiculate, resembling small circles.

orbit

IPA: /ˈɔːrbɪt/

KK: /ˈɔːrbɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move around a central point in a curved path, like a planet around a star.

Example: The Earth orbits the Sun once a year.

noun

Definition: The path that an object takes as it moves around another object in space, like how the Earth moves around the Sun.

Example: The satellite is in a stable orbit around the planet.

transitive verb

Definition: To move or travel in a curved path around a central object, like a planet or star.

Example: The spacecraft will orbit the planet for several months before returning to Earth.

orbital

IPA: /ˈɔːrbɪtəl/

KK: /ˈɔrbɪtəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the path that an object takes as it moves around another object in space.

Example: The satellite is in an orbital path around the Earth.

noun

Definition: A specific area around an atom's nucleus where electrons are likely to be found.

Example: Electrons occupy different orbitals depending on their energy levels.

orchestral

IPA: /ɔːrˈkɛstrəl/

KK: /ɔrˈkɛstrəl/

adjective

Definition: Connected to a large group of musicians who play together, usually with string, brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments.

Example: The orchestral music filled the concert hall with beautiful sounds.

orchestrate

IPA: /ˈɔːrkɪstreɪt/

KK: /ˈɔr.kɪ.streɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To organize and manage different parts or elements to work together effectively, often to achieve a specific goal or outcome.

Example: She was able to orchestrate the entire event smoothly, ensuring everything went according to plan.

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