Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: The outer layer of a developing embryo that eventually forms the skin and nervous system.

Example: During early development, the epiblast plays a crucial role in forming the ectoderm.

Definition: Relating to the outer layer of cells in an embryo that develops into the skin and nervous system.

Example: The epiblastic layer plays a crucial role in the early development of the embryo.

Definition: Describing a process or growth that involves covering or growing over something, often used in biological contexts.

Example: The epibolic movement of cells is crucial during the early stages of embryonic development.

Definition: The process where a group of fast-growing cells surrounds a group of slower-growing cells, often seen during the early stages of development in embryos.

Example: During embryonic development, epiboly allows the cells to spread and cover the surface of the embryo.

Definition: Relating to the outer layer of the heart that covers the heart muscle.

Example: The surgeon carefully examined the epicardial layer during the operation.

Definition: Describing something that has characteristics of both genders or is neutral in gender; it can refer to language that uses one form for both male and female.

Example: The epicene term used in the document was inclusive of all genders.

Definition: A word that has no gender or can refer to both male and female, often used in linguistics.

Example: The word 'person' is considered epicene because it can refer to anyone, regardless of gender.

Definition: Relating to a word or form that is used for both males and females, or having characteristics of both sexes.

Example: The use of epicene terms in language helps promote gender neutrality.

Definition: A word that has no specific gender or can refer to both male and female.

Example: In linguistics, 'person' is an example of an epicenism because it can refer to anyone regardless of gender.

Definition: Relating to the point on the Earth's surface that is directly above the focus of an earthquake.

Example: The epicentral area experienced the most severe shaking during the earthquake.

Definition: A clear, colorless liquid that is used as a solvent in the production of resins and other chemicals.

Example: Epichlorohydrin is commonly used in the manufacturing of epoxy resins.

Definition: The part of a young plant that is located above the seed leaves and below the first true leaves.

Example: The epicotyl helps the plant grow upward as it develops.