Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Relating to the act of marrying someone while already being married to another person.

Example: He was charged with being bigamous after marrying a second wife without divorcing his first.

Definition: A type of function in mathematics where each input is paired with exactly one unique output, and every possible output is paired with an input.

Example: In mathematics, a bijection ensures that every element in the first set corresponds to one and only one element in the second set.

Definition: A small and beautifully made decorative item, often a piece of jewelry or ornament.

Example: She wore a bijou necklace that sparkled in the sunlight.

Definition: Describing sounds that are made using both lips together, like the letters b, p, m, and w.

Example: The sounds 'b' and 'p' are examples of bilabial consonants.

Definition: A sound made by bringing both lips together, such as the sounds of 'p', 'b', and 'm'.

Example: In phonetics, the sounds 'p', 'b', and 'm' are classified as bilabial consonants.

Definition: A policy or practice that involves agreements or arrangements between two parties or countries, ensuring that both sides have matching terms.

Example: Bilateralism is often used to strengthen trade relations between two nations.

Definition: A structure made of two layers of molecules, often found in membranes or films.

Example: The cell membrane is composed of a phospholipid bilayer that protects the cell.

Definition: A type of novel that focuses on the growth and development of a young main character, exploring their moral and psychological journey.

Example: The book is a classic example of a bildungsroman, following the protagonist from childhood to adulthood.

Definition: Relating to or able to use two languages, often with similar skill in both.

Example: She is bilingual and can speak both English and Spanish fluently.

Definition: A person who can speak and understand two languages well.

Example: She is a bilingual who speaks both English and Spanish fluently.

Definition: The state of being able to speak and understand two languages fluently.

Example: Bilingualism is becoming more common in many parts of the world due to globalization.

Definition: The ability to speak and understand two languages fluently.

Example: Her bilinguality allows her to communicate easily with people from different countries.