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Exam: IELTS

prefabricate

IPA: //ˌpriːˈfæbrɪkeɪt//

KK: /prɪˈfæbrɪˌkeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To manufacture parts of a building or structure in advance so that they can be easily assembled later.

Example: The company decided to prefabricate the houses to save time on construction.

prefabricated

IPA: /ˌpriːˈfæbrɪkeɪtɪd/

KK: /prɪˈfæbrɪˌkeɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Made in a factory or workshop before being put together at the final location, often to save time and ensure quality.

Example: The company specializes in building prefabricated homes that can be assembled quickly.

verb

Definition: To construct parts of a building or structure in advance, usually in a factory, so that they can be quickly assembled on site.

Example: The company specializes in prefabricated homes that can be built in just a few weeks.

prefabrication

IPA: /ˌprɛfəbɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /prɪˌfæbrɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of making parts of a building or structure in a factory before bringing them to the construction site to be assembled.

Example: The company specializes in the prefabrication of homes, allowing for quicker construction times.

preface

IPA: /ˈprɛf.əs/

KK: /ˈprɛfəs/

noun

Definition: An introductory section of a book or speech that explains its purpose or background, often written by the author.

Example: The author included a preface to explain the inspiration behind the book.

transitive verb

Definition: To introduce something, such as a book or speech, with a preliminary statement or essay.

Example: The author decided to preface her novel with a personal note about her inspiration.

prefect

IPA: /ˈpriːfɛkt/

KK: /ˈpriːfɛkt/

noun

Definition: A person who has a position of authority or responsibility, often in a school, where they help maintain order and assist teachers.

Example: The prefect organized the school event and ensured everything ran smoothly.

prefectural

IPA: //prɪˈfɛk.tʃər.əl//

KK: /prɪˈfɛk.tʃər.əl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a specific administrative division in some countries, often called a prefecture.

Example: The prefectural government is responsible for local education and transportation services.

prefer

IPA: /prɪˈfɜːr/

KK: /prɪˈfɜr/

transitive verb

Definition: To choose one thing over another because it is more desirable or valuable.

Example: I prefer tea over coffee in the morning.

preferability

IPA: /prɪˈfɜːrəˌbɪlɪti/

KK: /prɪˈfɜrəbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The condition of being more desirable or favorable than something else.

Example: The preferability of this option makes it the best choice for our project.

preferable

IPA: /prɪˈfɛr.ə.bəl/

KK: /prɪˈfɜrəbəl/

adjective

Definition: More desirable or better than something else; chosen over other options.

Example: It is preferable to arrive early for the meeting.

preferably

IPA: /prɪˈfɜːrəbli/

KK: /prɪˈfɜrəbli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is more desirable or preferred; ideally.

Example: We should meet at the park, preferably in the afternoon.

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