Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: To reproduce or grow in large numbers; to produce many offspring or sprouts.

Example: The garden began to pullulate with colorful flowers in the spring.

Definition: A situation where there is a large number of living things, especially when they are growing or multiplying quickly.

Example: The pullulation of insects in the warm weather was noticeable in the garden.

Definition: Related to the lungs or having to do with lung function.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with pulmonary disease, which affects her breathing.

Definition: Relating to a group of mollusks that have lungs or lung-like organs, including most land snails and slugs, which can breathe air.

Example: The pulmonate snails are often found in gardens and can be recognized by their ability to breathe air.

Definition: A type of snail or slug that breathes air and belongs to a specific group of soft-bodied animals.

Example: The garden was filled with various pulmonates, slowly moving across the damp soil.

Definition: A doctor who focuses on diseases and conditions related to the lungs and respiratory system.

Example: After experiencing breathing difficulties, I was referred to a pulmonologist for further evaluation.

Definition: A type of star that sends out regular bursts of radio waves and other forms of energy, often thought to be a rapidly spinning neutron star.

Example: Astronomers discovered a new pulsar that emits signals every few milliseconds.

Definition: Describing something that has a rhythmic or throbbing movement, often like a pulse.

Example: The pulsatile flow of the river created a soothing sound as it moved over the rocks.

Definition: Able to be crushed or ground into a powder.

Example: The pulverable material can be easily processed into fine dust.

Definition: To break something into very small pieces or powder, often by crushing it.

Example: The chef decided to pulverise the spices to release their full flavor.

Definition: Capable of being crushed or ground into a fine powder.

Example: The rock is pulverizable, making it easy to use in construction materials.