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Exam: IELTS

archaean

IPA: /ɑːrˈkiːən/

KK: /ɑrˈkiən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the earliest known rocks and geological time period before the appearance of life on Earth.

Example: The archaeans are important for understanding the history of our planet.

archaebacterium

IPA: /ɑːrˈkeɪbæktɪrɪəm/

KK: /ɑrˈkeɪbæktɪrɪəm/

noun

Definition: A type of single-celled microorganism that belongs to the domain Archaea, often found in extreme environments.

Example: Scientists discovered a new archaebacterium thriving in the hot springs.

archaeological

IPA: /ˌɑːr.ki.əˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

KK: /ˌɑrkiəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Connected to the study of ancient cultures and their artifacts through excavation and analysis.

Example: The archaeological team discovered ancient pottery during their dig.

archaeologist

IPA: /ˌɑːr.kiˈɒl.ə.dʒɪst/

KK: /ɑrˈkiːəˌlɒdʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies ancient cultures and human history by digging up and examining old sites and objects.

Example: The archaeologist discovered ancient pottery while excavating the site.

archaeology

IPA: /ˌɑːr.kiˈɑː.lə.dʒi/

KK: /ɑrˈkiːəˌlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study of ancient human history and cultures through the analysis of physical remains like tools, pottery, and buildings.

Example: She decided to pursue a career in archaeology because she loves discovering ancient artifacts.

archaeon

IPA: /ɑːrˈkiːən/

KK: /ɑrˈkiːən/

noun

Definition: A type of single-celled organism that is different from bacteria and often lives in extreme environments.

Example: Archaea are known for their ability to survive in harsh conditions, such as hot springs and salt lakes.

archaeopteryx

IPA: /ˌɑːr.kiˈɒp.tə.rɪks/

KK: /ɑrˈkiːˌɒptərɪks/

noun

Definition: A long-extinct bird from the Jurassic period that had features of both birds and reptiles, such as feathers, teeth, and a bony tail.

Example: The archaeopteryx is often considered a key species in the study of evolution between dinosaurs and modern birds.

archbishop

IPA: /ˈɑːrʧˌbɪʃəp/

KK: /ˈɑːrʧˌbɪʃəp/

noun

Definition: A high-ranking bishop who leads an archdiocese or a large area of the church.

Example: The archbishop delivered a powerful sermon during the ceremony.

archbishopric

IPA: /ˈɑːr.tʃɪˌbɪʃ.ə.prɪk/

KK: /ˈɑːrʧˌbɪʃəprɪk/

noun

Definition: The position or area of authority held by an archbishop, which is a senior bishop in charge of a group of churches.

Example: The archbishopric of Canterbury is one of the most important in the Church of England.

archdukedom

IPA: /ˈɑːrk.dʒuːk.dəm/

KK: /ˈɑːrkˌdʒuːk.dəm/

noun

Definition: A territory or domain ruled by an archduke, which is a high-ranking noble title in some European countries.

Example: The archdukedom was known for its rich history and beautiful landscapes.

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