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Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

cinematographic

IPA: /ˌsɪnəˌmætəˈgræfɪk/

KK: /sɪnəˌmætəˈgræfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the art or technique of making films or movies.

Example: The cinematographic techniques used in the film were truly impressive.

circumambient

IPA: //ˌsɜːrkəmˈæmbiənt//

KK: /sɜrˈkʌmˌæm.bi.ənt/

adjective

Definition: Surrounding or encompassing something completely from all sides.

Example: The circumambient atmosphere created a sense of isolation for the small village.

circumscissile

IPA: /sɪrˈkʌmˌsɪs.aɪl/

KK: /sɪrˈkʌmˌsɪsəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing a type of fruit or seed capsule that opens along a circular line, allowing the top part to come off like a lid.

Example: The botanist explained how the circumscissile capsule releases its seeds when it opens.

circumvallate

IPA: /ˌsɜːrkəmˈvæleɪt/

KK: /sɜrˈkʌmˌvæleɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is surrounded by a wall or raised structure, often used in anatomy to refer to certain features like papillae on the tongue.

Example: The circumvallate papillae are important for taste sensation at the back of the tongue.

transitive verb

Definition: To surround an area with a defensive wall or barrier.

Example: The ancient city was circumvallated to protect it from invaders.

circumvolution

IPA: /ˌsɜːrkəmˈvʊlʃən/

KK: /sɜrˌkʌmˈvʊlʃən/

noun

Definition: A single turn or twist around a central point or axis.

Example: The circumvolution of the spiral staircase made it difficult to see the top from the bottom.

cistron

IPA: /ˈsɪstrɒn/

KK: /ˈsɪstrɒn/

noun

Definition: A part of DNA that carries the instructions for making a specific protein or enzyme, acting as a unit of heredity.

Example: The cistron is essential for the production of the enzyme needed for digestion.

cistronic

IPA: /sɪsˈtrɒnɪk/

KK: /sɪsˈtrɒnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a specific segment of DNA that codes for a particular protein or function.

Example: The researchers studied the cistronic structure of the gene to understand its function better.

claimant

IPA: /ˈkleɪmənt/

KK: /ˈkleɪmənt/

noun

Definition: A person or group that states they have a right to something, often in a legal context.

Example: The claimant submitted their application for compensation after the accident.

classicism

IPA: /ˈklæsɪˌsɪzəm/

KK: /ˈklæsɪˌsɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A style and set of principles in art, literature, and architecture that is based on the works of ancient Greece and Rome, focusing on harmony, simplicity, and proportion.

Example: The museum's new exhibit showcases the beauty of classicism in ancient sculptures and paintings.

classicistic

IPA: //klæsɪˈsɪtɪk//

KK: /klæsɪˈsɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a style of art, literature, or architecture that is based on the principles of ancient Greek and Roman culture.

Example: The classicistic design of the building reflects the influence of ancient architecture.

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