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Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

archaeal

IPA: /ɑːrˈkiːəl/

KK: /ɑrˈkiːəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a group of single-celled microorganisms that are distinct from bacteria and eukaryotes, often found in extreme environments.

Example: The archaeal species thrive in hot springs and deep-sea vents.

archaic

IPA: /ɑːrˈkeɪ.ɪk/

KK: /ɑrˈkeɪɪk/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is very old or no longer used in modern times, often referring to language, laws, or objects from an earlier period.

Example: The museum displayed an archaic tool that was used by ancient civilizations.

archaically

IPA: /ɑːrˈkeɪɪkli/

KK: /ɑrˈkeɪɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is old-fashioned or no longer in common use.

Example: The text was written archaically, making it difficult for modern readers to understand.

archaism

IPA: /ˈɑːrkeɪɪzəm/

KK: /ˈɑrkeɪɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A word, phrase, or style that is old-fashioned and no longer in common use.

Example: The poem was filled with archaisms that made it difficult to understand.

archaistic

IPA: /ɑːrˈkeɪɪstɪk/

KK: /ɑrˈkeɪɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling something that is old-fashioned or from an earlier period.

Example: The author's archaistic style made the novel feel like it was written in a different era.

archegonial

IPA: /ˌɑːrkɪˈɡoʊniəl/

KK: /ɑrˈkɛɡənɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Connected to the female reproductive structure in certain plants, where eggs are produced.

Example: The archegonial structure is essential for the reproduction of mosses.

archegonium

IPA: /ˌɑːrkɪˈɡoʊniəm/

KK: /ˌɑr.kɪˈɡoʊ.ni.əm/

noun

Definition: A structure in certain plants that produces eggs, typically shaped like a flask, found in mosses, ferns, and some gymnosperms.

Example: The archegonium is essential for the reproduction of many non-flowering plants.

arenaceous

IPA: /ˌɛrəˈneɪʃəs/

KK: /ˈɛrɪˌneɪʃəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is related to or made of sand, often found in sandy environments.

Example: The arenaceous soil was perfect for growing certain types of plants that thrive in sandy conditions.

areolate

IPA: /ˈɛr.i.ə.leɪt/

KK: /ˈɛrɪəˌleɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has a pattern of small, distinct areas or sections, often resembling cracked dried mud or small circles.

Example: The artist used an areolate technique to create texture in the painting.

argentiferous

IPA: /ˌɑːr.dʒənˈtɪf.ər.əs/

KK: /ɑrˈdʒɛntɪfərəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that contains or produces silver.

Example: The argentiferous ore was mined for its valuable silver content.

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