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Exam: IELTS

minimally

IPA: /ˈmɪnɪməli/

KK: /ˈmɪnɪməli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is the smallest or least possible; to the smallest extent.

Example: The project was completed minimally to meet the deadline.

minimise

IPA: /ˈmɪnɪmaɪz/

KK: /ˈmɪnɪmaɪz/

verb

Definition: To make something as small as possible or to reduce it to the least amount.

Example: We need to minimise waste in our production process.

minimization

IPA: /ˌmɪnɪməˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌmɪnɪməˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The action of making something as small as possible or reducing it to the least amount.

Example: The minimization of waste is important for environmental sustainability.

minimum

IPA: /ˈmɪnɪməm/

KK: /ˈmɪnɪməm/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the smallest amount or degree that is allowed or possible.

Example: The minimum age to vote is 18 years old.

noun

Definition: The smallest amount or level that is allowed or required.

Example: The minimum age to vote in the election is 18 years old.

mining

IPA: /ˈmaɪnɪŋ/

KK: /ˈmaɪnɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The activity of extracting valuable minerals or other geological materials from the earth, usually through digging or drilling.

Example: Mining for gold has been a significant industry in many countries.

miniscule

IPA: /ˈmɪnɪskjuːl/

KK: /ˈmɪnɪˌskjul/

adjective

Definition: Very small or tiny in size or amount.

Example: The miniscule details in the painting were hard to see without a magnifying glass.

minister

IPA: /ˈmɪnɪstər/

KK: /ˈmɪnɪstər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take care of or help others, especially in a religious or supportive way.

Example: The volunteers ministered to the needs of the community during the crisis.

noun

Definition: A person who holds a high position in government or religion, often responsible for leading a department or performing religious duties.

Example: The minister announced new policies to improve education in the country.

transitive verb

Definition: To give or provide something, especially in a formal or official way.

Example: The priest will minister the sacrament to the congregation during the service.

ministerial

IPA: /ˌmɪnɪˈstɪəriəl/

KK: /ˌmɪnɪˈstɪrɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the duties and functions of a government minister or a religious minister.

Example: The ministerial meeting focused on improving public health policies.

ministerially

IPA: /ˌmɪnɪˈstɪəriəli/

KK: /ˌmɪnɪˈstɪrɪəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to a minister or the duties of a minister.

Example: The decisions were made ministerially, reflecting the authority of the government.

ministration

IPA: /ˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/

KK: /mɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of providing help or service to others, often in a religious or supportive context.

Example: The church's ministration included providing food and shelter to those in need.

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