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Exam: IELTS

retractable

IPA: /rɪˈtræktəbl/

KK: /rɪˈtræktəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be pulled back or drawn in, often used to describe objects that can be made smaller or hidden away.

Example: The retractable roof of the stadium can be opened or closed depending on the weather.

retracted

IPA: /rɪˈtræktɪd/

KK: /rɪˈtræktɪd/

adjective

Definition: Moved back or withdrawn, especially in reference to something that can be pulled in or retracted.

Example: The cat's claws were retracted when it was relaxed.

verb

Definition: To take back or withdraw something that was previously said or written.

Example: The author retracted his statement after realizing it was incorrect.

retraction

IPA: /rɪˈtrækʃən/

KK: /rɪˈtrækʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of taking back or withdrawing something that was previously said or written, often in a formal way.

Example: The scientist issued a retraction of her earlier claims after new evidence was presented.

retrain

IPA: //riˈtreɪn//

KK: /riˈtreɪn/

transitive verb

Definition: To provide training again to someone or something, often to improve skills or knowledge that may have been lost or to learn new methods.

Example: After changing careers, she had to retrain to gain the necessary skills for her new job.

retraining

IPA: //riːˈtreɪnɪŋ//

KK: /riˈtreɪnɪŋ/

noun

Definition: New or different training, often to learn skills for a different job or field.

Example: After losing his job, he decided to pursue retraining in computer programming.

verb

Definition: To teach someone new skills or knowledge again, especially to help them adapt to new job requirements or changes in their work environment.

Example: The company is retraining its employees to use the new software effectively.

retranslate

IPA: /ˌriːtrænˈsleɪt/

KK: /riːˈtrænˌsleɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To translate something again, often to improve accuracy or clarity.

Example: The author decided to retranslate the book to better convey the original meaning.

transitive verb

Definition: To translate something that has already been translated into a different language or form.

Example: After the first translation was completed, the author decided to retranslate the book into a more modern language.

retranslation

IPA: /ˌriːtrænˈsleɪʃən/

KK: /ˌriːtrænˈsleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of translating something again or in a new way.

Example: The retranslation of the novel provided a fresh perspective on the original text.

retransmission

IPA: /ˌriːtrænzˈmɪʃən/

KK: /riːtrænzˈmɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of sending or broadcasting something again, often through a different method or at a later time.

Example: The retransmission of the signal improved the quality of the broadcast.

retransmit

IPA: /ˌriːtrænˈsmɪt/

KK: /riˈtrænsmɪt/

verb

Definition: To send a signal or message again after it has already been sent once.

Example: The technician had to retransmit the data because the first signal was lost.

retreat

IPA: /rɪˈtrit/

KK: /rɪˈtrit/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move back or withdraw from a position or situation.

Example: The army had to retreat after facing heavy losses.

noun

Definition: A time or place where people go to withdraw from their usual activities for rest, reflection, or spiritual growth.

Example: The group went on a retreat to focus on their personal development and well-being.

transitive verb

Definition: To move something back or away from a position, often used in games like chess.

Example: In chess, you can retreat your knight to a safer position.

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