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Exam: IELTS

linger

IPA: /ˈlɪŋɡər/

KK: /ˈlɪŋɡər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To stay in a place longer than necessary, often because you are reluctant to leave.

Example: She decided to linger at the café, enjoying her coffee and the view.

transitive verb

Definition: To stay in a place longer than necessary, often because of reluctance to leave.

Example: She decided to linger at the café, enjoying her coffee and the view.

lingeringly

IPA: /ˈlɪŋɡərɪŋli/

KK: /ˈlɪŋɡərɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that lasts longer than expected or is slow to end.

Example: She looked at him lingeringly, as if she wanted to say something more.

lingo

IPA: /ˈlɪŋɡoʊ/

KK: /ˈlɪŋɡoʊ/

noun

Definition: A type of language or vocabulary that is specific to a certain group, profession, or interest, often difficult for outsiders to understand.

Example: The doctor used medical lingo that I couldn't follow during the appointment.

lingua

IPA: /ˈlɪŋɡwə/

KK: /ˈlɪŋɡwə/

noun

Definition: A tongue or a similar organ that resembles a tongue.

Example: The doctor examined the patient's lingua to check for any abnormalities.

lingual

IPA: /ˈlɪŋɡwəl/

KK: /ˈlɪŋɡwəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the tongue or languages; it can refer to how sounds are produced with the tongue or to aspects of different languages.

Example: The lingual muscles are important for speech and swallowing.

noun

Definition: A sound produced in speech that involves the tongue and other parts of the mouth.

Example: In linguistics, the sounds 't', 'l', and 'n' are examples of lingual sounds.

lingually

IPA: /ˈlɪŋɡwəli/

KK: /ˈlɪŋɡwəli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that relates to language or the study of languages.

Example: She expressed her thoughts lingually, using precise and clear language.

linguist

IPA: /ˈlɪŋɡwɪst/

KK: /ˈlɪŋɡwɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who is skilled in several languages or studies language scientifically.

Example: The linguist gave a fascinating lecture on the evolution of language.

linguistic

IPA: /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪk/

KK: /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: This word describes anything that is connected to language or the study of languages.

Example: The linguistic diversity in the region is remarkable, with many different languages spoken.

linguistical

IPA: /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪkəl/

KK: /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to language or the study of language.

Example: The professor gave a fascinating lecture on the linguistical aspects of ancient texts.

linguistically

IPA: /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪkli/

KK: /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to language or linguistics.

Example: The students discussed the topic linguistically, focusing on the structure of the language.

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