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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

rhombohedron

IPA: //ˌrɒm.bəʊˈhɛd.rən//

KK: /ˈrɑːmboʊˌhɛdron/

noun

Definition: A three-dimensional shape that has six flat surfaces, all of which are rhombuses.

Example: The architect designed a building in the shape of a rhombohedron to create a unique look.

rhomboid

IPA: /ˈrɒm.bɔɪd/

KK: /ˈrɑmˌbɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape that resembles a rhombus, which is a four-sided figure with opposite sides that are equal in length and opposite angles that are equal.

Example: The artist used a rhomboid pattern in her painting to create a sense of movement.

noun

Definition: A four-sided shape where opposite sides are equal in length and parallel, but the angles are not right angles and the adjacent sides are of different lengths.

Example: The artist used a rhomboid shape in her painting to create a sense of movement.

rhomboidal

IPA: /ˈrɒm.bɔɪ.dəl/

KK: /ˈrɑːm.bɔɪ.dəl/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape that resembles a rhombus, which is a four-sided figure with opposite sides that are equal in length and opposite angles that are equal.

Example: The artist used a rhomboidal pattern in her painting to create a sense of movement.

rhotic

IPA: /ˈroʊtɪk/

KK: /ˈroʊtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing a way of pronouncing the letter 'r' clearly in words, especially where it appears, such as in 'bar' or 'bard'. This pronunciation is typical in many regions, including parts of the United States and England.

Example: In rhotic accents, the 'r' in 'car' is pronounced clearly, unlike in some non-rhotic accents.

rhyolitic

IPA: /ˌraɪəˈlɪtɪk/

KK: /raɪəˈlɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of volcanic rock that is light in color and has a high silica content.

Example: The geological survey revealed that the area was rich in rhyolitic formations.

rhythmicity

IPA: /rɪˈðmɪsɪti/

KK: /rɪˈðmɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of having a regular pattern or beat.

Example: The rhythmicity of the music made everyone want to dance.

rhythmization

IPA: //ˌrɪðməˈzeɪʃən//

KK: /ˌrɪðməˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of organizing sounds or movements into a regular pattern or beat.

Example: The rhythmization of the music made everyone want to dance.

ribonuclease

IPA: //ˌraɪboʊˈnjuːkleɪs//

KK: /ˌraɪboʊˈnjuːkleɪs/

noun

Definition: A type of enzyme that helps to break down RNA molecules in the body.

Example: Ribonuclease plays a crucial role in the digestion of RNA in cells.

ribonucleoside

IPA: /ˌraɪboʊˈnjuːklɪsaɪd/

KK: /ˌraɪboʊˈnjuːklɪsaɪd/

noun

Definition: A type of molecule that consists of a sugar called ribose and a nitrogenous base, which is part of the structure of RNA.

Example: Ribonucleosides play a crucial role in the synthesis of RNA.

ribonucleotide

IPA: /ˌraɪboʊˈnjuːklɪtaɪd/

KK: /ˌraɪboʊˈnukleəˌtaɪd/

noun

Definition: A type of molecule that includes ribose sugar and is part of RNA, which is essential for genetic information and protein synthesis.

Example: Ribonucleotides are the building blocks of RNA, playing a crucial role in the synthesis of proteins.

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