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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

copolymer

IPA: /ˈkɒpəˌlɪmə/

KK: /ˈkɒpəˌlɪmə/

noun

Definition: A substance made from two or more different types of small molecules that are chemically bonded together to form a larger structure.

Example: The new copolymer is used in the production of flexible plastics.

copolymerize

IPA: //ˌkoʊpəˈlɪməraɪz//

KK: /kɑːˈpɒlɪməraɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To undergo a chemical reaction that produces a copolymer, which is a substance made from two or more different types of monomers.

Example: The two chemicals will copolymerize when mixed under the right conditions.

copolymerized

IPA: /ˌkoʊˈpɑːlɪmərˌaɪzd/

KK: /kɑːˈpɒlɪməraɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Formed by the combination of two different types of monomers to create a copolymer.

Example: The new material is copolymerized to enhance its strength and flexibility.

coproduct

IPA: /ˈkɒprəˌdʌkt/

KK: /ˈkɒprəˌdʌkt/

noun

Definition: A product that is made at the same time as another product, often in a manufacturing process.

Example: In the production of cheese, whey is a common coproduct that can be used in various food products.

coprolalia

IPA: /ˌkɒprəˈleɪliə/

KK: /kɑːprəˈleɪliə/

noun

Definition: The uncontrollable or compulsive use of vulgar or obscene words, often seen in certain neurological conditions.

Example: His condition caused him to experience coprolalia, making it difficult for him to control his speech in public.

copula

IPA: /ˈkɒpjʊlə/

KK: /ˈkɒpjʊlə/

noun

Definition: A type of verb that connects the subject of a sentence to a subject complement, often used to describe a state of being or condition.

Example: In the sentence 'She is a teacher', the word 'is' acts as a copula connecting the subject to its complement.

copulate

IPA: /ˈkɒpjʊleɪt/

KK: /ˈkɒpjʊleɪt/

adjective

Definition: Joined together or linked, often used to describe two things that are connected or paired.

Example: The copulate structures of the two organisms were studied by the scientists.

intransitive verb

Definition: To engage in sexual intercourse or mating.

Example: The animals copulate during the mating season.

copulative

IPA: /ˈkɒpjʊlətɪv/

KK: /ˈkɒpjʊlətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a word or phrase that connects other words or clauses, often used in grammar to describe verbs or conjunctions that link subjects to predicates or coordinate elements.

Example: In the sentence 'She is a teacher', the verb 'is' serves as a copulative verb connecting the subject to the complement.

noun

Definition: A word that connects the subject of a sentence with a subject complement, often used to link ideas or describe a state of being.

Example: In the sentence 'She is a teacher', 'is' is a copulative verb that connects the subject to the complement.

copulatory

IPA: /ˌkɒp.jʊˈleɪ.tər.i/

KK: /kɑːˈpjuːləˌtɔːri/

adjective

Definition: Related to the act of mating or sexual reproduction.

Example: The copulatory behavior of certain species is fascinating to observe.

copyedit

IPA: //ˈkɒpiˌɛdɪt//

KK: /ˈkɑːpiˌɛdɪt/

verb

Definition: To review and make corrections to a written text, focusing on grammar, punctuation, and style before it is published.

Example: She will copyedit the article to ensure it is free of errors.

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