Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A chemical group that comes from propane and has the formula C3H7, often used in organic chemistry.

Example: Propyl alcohol is commonly used as a solvent in various industrial applications.

Definition: A structure that serves as an entrance or gateway to a temple or a group of buildings, often designed with architectural significance.

Example: The ancient Greeks built a magnificent propylaeum to welcome visitors to their temple.

Definition: A type of flammable gas that is made from petroleum and is used in making other chemicals.

Example: Propylene is commonly used in the production of plastics and other chemicals.

Definition: A type of hydrocarbon that contains a triple bond between carbon atoms, specifically with the formula C3H4.

Example: Propyne is often used in organic synthesis and as a fuel.

Definition: To delay or postpone something, especially a meeting or session, to a later time.

Example: The parliament was prorogated until the following month.

Definition: The act of delaying or postponing a meeting or session of a legislative body, which remains in existence but does not conduct business during that time.

Example: The prorogation of parliament allowed members to take a break before the next session.

Definition: To suspend or delay a meeting or session, especially in a legislative context.

Example: The government decided to prorogue parliament until the following month.

Definition: Describing something that is ordinary, dull, or lacking in creativity and imagination.

Example: The movie was so prosaic that I fell asleep halfway through.

Definition: In a way that is ordinary or lacking in imagination; straightforwardly.

Example: She described the events prosaically, without any embellishments or excitement.

Definition: A type of expression or style that is straightforward and lacks poetic beauty, often seen as dull or ordinary.

Example: The prosaism in his writing made it difficult to engage the readers.