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Exam: IELTS

grandstand

IPA: //ˈɡræn(d)ˌstænd//

KK: /grændstænd/

adjective

Definition: Something that is done to show off or impress people rather than for practical reasons.

Example: The grandstand performance left the audience in awe, even though it was not very practical.

intransitive verb

Definition: To act in a way that is meant to impress others, often by showing off or being dramatic.

Example: He tends to grandstand during meetings to get everyone's attention.

noun

Definition: A covered area where people can sit and watch events, especially at sports games or races.

Example: The fans cheered from the grandstand as the race began.

granola

IPA: /ɡrəˈnoʊlə/

KK: /grəˈnoʊlə/

noun

Definition: A type of food made from rolled oats and other ingredients like nuts, fruits, and sweeteners, often eaten for breakfast or as a snack.

Example: I like to eat granola with yogurt and fresh fruit in the morning.

grant

IPA: /ɡrænt/

KK: /grænt/

noun

Definition: A sum of money given by an organization or government for a specific purpose, often for research or projects.

Example: The university received a grant to fund its new research program.

transitive verb

Definition: To give or allow someone something, often as a favor or privilege.

Example: The school decided to grant scholarships to deserving students.

grantable

IPA: /ˈɡræntəbl/

KK: /ˈɡræntəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be given or allowed, often referring to permissions, rights, or benefits that can be officially provided.

Example: The scholarship is grantable to students who meet the eligibility criteria.

granted

IPA: /ˈɡræntɪd/

KK: /græntɪd/

preposition

Definition: This word is used to acknowledge something as true or accepted, often before presenting a different or opposing idea.

Example: Granted that it was raining, we still decided to go for a walk.

verb

Definition: To give or allow someone something, often officially or formally.

Example: The committee granted her request for additional funding.

granular

IPA: /ˈɡræn.jʊ.lər/

KK: /ˈɡræn.jʊ.lər/

adjective

Definition: Having a texture or structure made up of small, grain-like particles or granules.

Example: The granular texture of the sand made it perfect for building castles.

granularity

IPA: /ɡrəˈnær.ʊ.lə.ti/

KK: /grænˈjuːlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being made up of small, distinct parts or grains.

Example: The granularity of the data allows for more detailed analysis.

granulate

IPA: /ˈɡrænjʊleɪt/

KK: /ˈgræn.jə.leɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To change into small, grain-like pieces or to become grainy in texture.

Example: The sugar will granulate if left out in the open air for too long.

transitive verb

Definition: To break something down into small grains or particles.

Example: The chef decided to granulate the sugar to make it easier to dissolve in the mixture.

granulation

IPA: /ˌɡrænjʊˈleɪʃən/

KK: /ˌgræn.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of forming small, bead-like growths on a healing wound, or the condition of having these small protuberances.

Example: The doctor noted the granulation on the patient's wound as a sign of healing.

granulocyte

IPA: /ˈɡrænjʊləˌsaɪt/

KK: /ˈgræn.jʊ.ləˌsaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of white blood cell that contains small particles or granules in its cytoplasm, which play a role in the immune response.

Example: Granulocytes are important for fighting infections in the body.

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