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Exam: IELTS

nunciature

IPA: /nʌnˈsɪtʃər/

KK: /nʌnˈsɪəˌtʃʊr/

noun

Definition: The office or position held by a nuncio, who is a representative of the Pope in a foreign country.

Example: The nunciature in Washington, D.C. plays a crucial role in diplomatic relations between the Vatican and the United States.

nuptial

IPA: /ˈnʌp.ʃəl/

KK: /ˈnʌpʃəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to marriage or a wedding ceremony.

Example: The couple chose a beautiful venue for their nuptial celebration.

noun

Definition: A ceremony where two people get married, often referred to in the plural form.

Example: The couple planned their nuptials for the summer.

nuptiality

IPA: /nʌpˈtʃiːəlɪti/

KK: /nʌpˈtʃiːəlɪti/

noun

Definition: The statistical measure of how often people get married in a certain area or group.

Example: The nuptiality rate in the country has increased over the past decade.

nurse

IPA: /nɜːrs/

KK: /nɜrs/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take nourishment from the breast, typically referring to a baby feeding from its mother.

Example: The baby will nurse for about 20 minutes before falling asleep.

noun

Definition: A person who is trained to take care of sick or injured people, often in a hospital or medical setting.

Example: The nurse helped the doctor during the surgery.

transitive verb

Definition: To take care of someone or something, especially by feeding or nurturing them; to help someone grow or recover.

Example: The mother decided to nurse her baby for several months to ensure he received the best nutrition.

nurser

IPA: /ˈnɜːrsər/

KK: /ˈnɜr sɚ/

noun

Definition: A person who takes care of someone who is sick or helps them grow, often in a nurturing way.

Example: The nurser tended to the plants with great care, ensuring they received enough water and sunlight.

nursery

IPA: /ˈnɜːrsəri/

KK: /ˈnɜr.sə.ri/

noun

Definition: A place where young children are cared for while their parents are away, or a place where plants are grown.

Example: The children played happily in the nursery while their parents attended a meeting.

nursing

IPA: /ˈnɜːrsɪŋ/

KK: /ˈnɜrsɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The job or profession of caring for people who are sick or injured, typically in a hospital or healthcare setting.

Example: She has dedicated her life to nursing and helping others recover from illness.

nurturance

IPA: /ˈnɜː.tʃər.əns/

KK: /ˈnɜr.tʃər.əns/

noun

Definition: The act of providing loving care and support to someone or something.

Example: The nurturance of children is essential for their development.

nurturant

IPA: /ˈnɜː.tʃər.ənt/

KK: /ˈnɜr.tʃə.rənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone or something that provides care, support, and encouragement to help others grow or develop.

Example: The nurturant environment in the classroom helped the students thrive.

nurture

IPA: /ˈnɜː.tʃər/

KK: /ˈnɜr.tʃər/

noun

Definition: The care and support given to help someone or something grow and develop.

Example: The nurture of children is essential for their healthy development.

transitive verb

Definition: To take care of someone or something by providing food, support, or education.

Example: Parents often nurture their children by teaching them important life skills.

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