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Exam: IELTS

annunciate

IPA: /əˈnʌnʃieɪt/

KK: /əˈnʌnʃiˌeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To make a formal announcement or declaration about something.

Example: The teacher will annunciate the new rules at the beginning of the semester.

annunciation

IPA: /əˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/

KK: /əˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: A formal announcement or proclamation, especially in a religious context, often referring to the announcement of the Incarnation to the Virgin Mary in Christianity.

Example: The Annunciation is celebrated on March 25 each year in many Christian traditions.

anode

IPA: /ˈæn.oʊd/

KK: /ˈæn.oʊd/

noun

Definition: A part of an electrical device where positive charge flows in, often used in batteries and electrochemical cells.

Example: In a battery, the anode is where the current enters the device.

anodically

IPA: /əˈnɒdɪkli/

KK: /əˈnɒdɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the anode, which is the positive electrode in an electrical device where oxidation occurs.

Example: The metal was treated anodically to enhance its corrosion resistance.

anodise

IPA: /ˈænəˌdaɪz/

KK: /ˈænəˌdaɪz/

verb

Definition: To coat a metal, usually aluminum, with a protective layer through an electrochemical process.

Example: The manufacturer decided to anodise the aluminum parts to prevent corrosion.

anodization

IPA: /ˌænəˈdaɪzeɪʃən/

KK: /ænəˈdaɪzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of treating a metal surface to increase its resistance to corrosion and wear by forming a protective oxide layer.

Example: The anodization of aluminum helps to prevent rust and improve its appearance.

anodized

IPA: /ˈænəˌdaɪzd/

KK: /ˈænəˌdaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a metal object that has been treated to create a protective or decorative layer of oxide on its surface through an electrolytic process.

Example: The anodized aluminum parts are more resistant to corrosion and wear.

verb

Definition: To treat a metal surface with an electrolytic process to create a protective or decorative oxide layer.

Example: The aluminum parts were anodized to prevent corrosion and improve appearance.

anodyne

IPA: /ˈænəˌdaɪn/

KK: /ˈænəˌdaɪn/

adjective

Definition: Something that can relieve pain or discomfort, or is gentle and not likely to upset anyone.

Example: The anodyne music helped to calm her nerves after a long day.

noun

Definition: A substance or medicine that helps to relieve pain or discomfort.

Example: The doctor prescribed an anodyne to help with her headache.

anodynic

IPA: /ˌænəˈdaɪnɪk/

KK: /æˈnoʊdɪnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that relieves pain or discomfort.

Example: The doctor prescribed an anodynic medication to help with the patient's chronic pain.

anoint

IPA: /əˈnɔɪnt/

KK: /əˈnɔɪnt/

transitive verb

Definition: To apply oil or a similar substance to someone or something, often during a religious ceremony or as a sign of blessing.

Example: The priest will anoint the new altar with holy oil.

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