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Exam: IELTS

backspace

IPA: /ˈbækˌspeɪs/

KK: /ˈbækˌspeɪs/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move the cursor or typewriter back by pressing a specific key.

Example: I accidentally typed the wrong word, so I had to backspace to correct it.

noun

Definition: A key on a keyboard that deletes the character to the left of the cursor.

Example: I accidentally typed the wrong letter, so I hit the backspace key to remove it.

backstab

IPA: /ˈbækˌstæb/

KK: /ˈbækˌstæb/

transitive verb

Definition: To betray someone by being deceitful or unfair, especially when they trust you.

Example: He felt hurt when he discovered that his friend had backstabbed him by spreading rumors.

backstabbing

IPA: //ˈbækˌstæbɪŋ//

KK: /ˈbækˌstæbɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Not available

Example: Not available

noun

Definition: The act of betraying someone, especially by saying bad things about them when they are not there.

Example: His backstabbing behavior made it hard for anyone to trust him.

verb

Definition: To betray someone by being disloyal or treacherous, often in a secretive way.

Example: He was accused of backstabbing his colleague to get a promotion.

backstop

IPA: //ˈbækstɒp//

KK: /ˈbækˌstɑp/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that provides support or serves as a safety measure, often used in sports to prevent a ball from going out of bounds.

Example: The backstop caught the ball that the pitcher threw.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide support or serve as a safety measure for something, often in a way that prevents failure or loss.

Example: The new policy will backstop the company's financial stability during tough times.

backstory

IPA: /ˈbækˌstɔːri/

KK: /ˈbækˌstɔri/

noun

Definition: A story that explains the events or experiences that happened before the main story, often used to give background to characters or situations in literature, film, or drama.

Example: The author included a detailed backstory for the main character to help readers understand her motivations.

backtrack

IPA: /ˈbæktræk/

KK: /ˈbæktræk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To return to a previous point or path that was taken, often to correct a mistake or reconsider a decision.

Example: After realizing he was lost, he decided to backtrack to find the right trail.

backup

IPA: /ˈbækʌp/

KK: /ˈbækˌʌp/

adjective

Definition: Something that is extra or serves as a substitute in case the main option fails or is unavailable.

Example: The company has a backup plan in case the main project doesn't succeed.

noun

Definition: A copy or substitute that is kept in case the original is lost or damaged, or a situation where something is blocked or delayed.

Example: I always make a backup of my important files to avoid losing them.

backwardly

IPA: /ˈbæk.wɚd.li/

KK: /ˈbæk.wɚd.li/

adverb

Definition: In a direction that is opposite to the front or toward the back.

Example: The car moved backwardly down the hill.

backwardness

IPA: /ˈbæk.wərd.nəs/

KK: /ˈbæk.wɚd.nəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of being slow to develop or progress, often associated with a lack of knowledge or modern ideas.

Example: The community's backwardness was evident in its outdated practices and resistance to change.

bacon

IPA: //ˈbeɪ.kən//

KK: /ˈbeɪkən/

noun

Definition: A type of meat that comes from a pig, usually cured and often crispy when cooked.

Example: I like to have bacon with my breakfast every Sunday.

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