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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

reticulate

IPA: /rɪˈtɪk.jʊ.leɪt/

KK: /rɪˈtɪk.jʊ.leɪt/

adjective

Definition: Having a pattern or structure that resembles a net or network, often with lines or fibers crossing each other.

Example: The artist used a reticulate design to create a unique texture on the canvas.

intransitive verb

Definition: To create a pattern that resembles a net or network.

Example: The branches of the tree reticulate across the sky, forming a beautiful pattern.

transitive verb

Definition: To create a pattern or structure that resembles a net or network, often by connecting lines or points.

Example: The artist decided to reticulate the surface of the sculpture to give it a unique texture.

reticulum

IPA: /rɪˈtɪkjʊləm/

KK: /rɪˈtɪk.jʊ.ləm/

noun

Definition: A net-like structure or formation, often found in biology, or a constellation in the Southern Hemisphere.

Example: The reticulum is an important part of the digestive system in cows and other ruminants.

retinaculum

IPA: /ˌrɛtɪˈnækjʊləm/

KK: /ˌrɛtɪˈnækjʊləm/

noun

Definition: A band or bandlike structure in the body that holds an organ or part in place, often found in areas like the ankle or wrist to support tendons.

Example: The surgeon repaired the retinaculum to ensure the tendons remained properly aligned during movement.

retinal

IPA: /ˈrɛtɪnəl/

KK: /ˈrɛtɪnəl/

adjective

Definition: Connected to the thin layer of tissue at the back of the eye that receives light and sends images to the brain.

Example: The doctor examined the retinal images to check for any signs of disease.

noun

Definition: A substance derived from vitamin A that combines with proteins to form visual pigments in the eyes, specifically in the retinal rods and cones.

Example: The retinal plays a crucial role in how we perceive light and color.

retinene

IPA: //ˈrɛtɪniːn//

KK: /rɛtɪˈniːn/

noun

Definition: A type of pigment found in the retina, which is created from the oxidation of vitamin A alcohols and is important for vision.

Example: Retinene plays a crucial role in the process of converting light into visual signals in the eye.

retire

IPA: /rɪˈtaɪə/

KK: /rɪˈtaɪr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To stop working, usually because of age, and often to receive a pension or retirement benefits.

Example: After many years of service, she decided to retire and enjoy her time traveling.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause someone or something to stop working or to leave a position, especially after reaching a certain age or after a long period of service.

Example: After many years of hard work, she decided to retire from her job and enjoy her free time.

retirement

IPA: /rɪˈtaɪərmənt/

KK: /rɪˈtaɪərmənt/

adjective

Definition: The period in someone's life when they stop working, usually because they are old enough to receive a pension or retirement benefits.

Example: After many years of hard work, she looked forward to her retirement and traveling the world.

noun

Definition: The period in someone's life when they stop working, usually because they are old enough to do so.

Example: After many years of hard work, she looked forward to her retirement and traveling the world.

retract

IPA: /rɪˈtrækt/

KK: /rɪˈtrækt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To pull back or withdraw something that was previously stated or offered.

Example: After realizing his mistake, he decided to retract his statement.

transitive verb

Definition: To take back something that was said or written, or to draw something back into a place.

Example: The company decided to retract its previous statement after receiving new information.

retracted

IPA: /rɪˈtræktɪd/

KK: /rɪˈtræktɪd/

adjective

Definition: Moved back or withdrawn, especially in reference to something that can be pulled in or retracted.

Example: The cat's claws were retracted when it was relaxed.

verb

Definition: To take back or withdraw something that was previously said or written.

Example: The author retracted his statement after realizing it was incorrect.

retractile

IPA: /rɪˈtræktaɪl/

KK: /rɪˈtræktaɪl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be pulled back or in, such as the claws of a cat that can be hidden when not in use.

Example: The cat has retractile claws that it uses for climbing and hunting.

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