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Exam: IELTS

labourer

IPA: /ˈleɪbərər/

KK: /ˈleɪbərər/

noun

Definition: A person who does physical work, especially in construction or manual labor.

Example: The labourer worked hard to build the new road.

labrum

IPA: /ˈleɪbrəm/

KK: /ˈleɪbrəm/

noun

Definition: A structure that resembles a lip, found in various animals, including insects and arthropods, or a ring of cartilage in the shoulder area of some vertebrates.

Example: The labrum helps to protect the mouthparts of the insect.

labyrinth

IPA: /ˈlæb.ə.rɪnθ/

KK: /ˈlæbəˌrɪnθ/

noun

Definition: A complex and confusing network of paths or passages, often resembling a maze, where it is easy to get lost.

Example: The ancient castle had a labyrinth of tunnels that no one could navigate easily.

labyrinthian

IPA: /ləˈbɪrɪnθiən/

KK: /ləˈbɪrɪnˌθiən/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is complex and confusing, like a maze, with many twists and turns.

Example: The labyrinthian structure of the ancient castle made it difficult for visitors to find their way out.

labyrinthine

IPA: /ləˈbɪrənˌθin/

KK: /ləˈbɪrənˌθin/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling a maze; complicated and confusing in structure or design.

Example: The labyrinthine paths of the ancient city made it easy to get lost.

laccolith

IPA: /ˈlækəˌlɪθ/

KK: /lækəˌlɪθ/

noun

Definition: A type of rock formation that occurs when molten rock pushes between layers of sedimentary rock, causing the layers above to bulge upwards.

Example: The laccolith created a noticeable dome in the landscape, altering the surrounding geology.

lacerate

IPA: /ˈlæsəreɪt/

KK: /ˈlæsəˌreɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been torn or cut in a jagged way, often resulting in deep and irregular edges.

Example: The lacerate leaves were a sign of the storm's fury.

transitive verb

Definition: To cut or tear something deeply, often causing injury or damage.

Example: The sharp object can lacerate the skin if not handled carefully.

laceration

IPA: /ˌlæs.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

KK: /læsəˈreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A jagged or torn wound that breaks the skin.

Example: The doctor treated the laceration on his arm with stitches.

lacerative

IPA: /ˈlæs.ə.reɪ.tɪv/

KK: /ˈlæsəˌreɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that can cause deep cuts or wounds.

Example: The lacerative effects of the sharp metal edge were evident on the surface.

lachrymal

IPA: /ˈlækrɪməl/

KK: /ˈlækrɪməl/

adjective

Definition: Related to tears or the glands that produce them.

Example: The doctor explained the function of the lachrymal glands in tear production.

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