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Exam: IELTS

broadside

IPA: /ˈbrɔːdsaɪd/

KK: /ˈbrɔːdsaɪd/

adjective

Definition: Referring to something that is positioned or directed sideways, often in relation to a surface or object.

Example: The ship was broadside to the wind, making it difficult to steer.

adverb

Definition: In a sideways manner or with the side facing a particular direction.

Example: The car was parked broadside to the street, making it difficult for other vehicles to pass.

noun

Definition: A large sheet of paper printed on one side, often used for advertisements or public notices, or a strong verbal attack in speech or writing.

Example: The politician delivered a broadside against his opponent during the debate.

transitive verb

Definition: To hit something directly on its side, often resulting in a collision.

Example: The truck broadsided the car at the intersection.

brochure

IPA: /brəʊˈʃʊə/

KK: /broʊˈʃʊr/

noun

Definition: A small booklet or pamphlet that provides information about a product, service, or event, often used for advertising purposes.

Example: I picked up a brochure at the travel agency to learn more about their vacation packages.

broil

IPA: /brɔɪl/

KK: /broɪl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be subjected to intense heat, often resulting in cooking or a heated situation.

Example: The meat will broil in the oven for about 20 minutes.

noun

Definition: A noisy argument or fight, often involving shouting and disagreement.

Example: The two friends had a broil over who would pay for dinner.

transitive verb

Definition: To cook food by applying direct heat from above, usually in an oven or on a grill.

Example: I like to broil my vegetables to bring out their flavor.

broiling

IPA: /ˈbrɔɪlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbroɪlɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Very hot, often to the point of being uncomfortable or unbearable.

Example: The broiling sun made it difficult to stay outside for long.

verb

Definition: To cook food by exposing it to direct heat, usually from above, often resulting in a browned or crispy surface.

Example: I am broiling the chicken to make it crispy and delicious.

broken

IPA: /ˈbroʊ.kən/

KK: /ˈbroʊkən/

adjective

Definition: Not functioning properly or in pieces; damaged or shattered.

Example: The vase was broken after it fell off the table.

verb

Definition: To be damaged or not functioning properly; to have been separated into pieces or parts.

Example: The vase was broken after it fell off the table.

brokenhearted

IPA: //ˈbroʊ.kənˌhɑːr.tɪd//

KK: /ˈbroʊkənˌhɑrtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Feeling very sad and unhappy, especially because of a loss or disappointment.

Example: After the breakup, she felt completely brokenhearted.

brokenly

IPA: /ˈbroʊkənli/

KK: /ˈbroʊkənli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is not smooth or continuous, often due to emotional distress or difficulty in speaking.

Example: She spoke brokenly, struggling to hold back her tears.

bromide

IPA: /ˈbroʊmaɪd/

KK: /ˈbroʊmaɪd/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound made of bromine and another element, or a common saying that is unoriginal and often repeated.

Example: The speaker's use of a bromide made the presentation feel dull and predictable.

brominated

IPA: //ˈbroʊ.mɪ.neɪ.tɪd//

KK: /ˈbroʊməˌneɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a compound that has had one or more hydrogen atoms replaced by bromine atoms.

Example: The brominated compounds are often used in flame retardants.

verb

Definition: To treat or combine with bromine, often used in chemical processes.

Example: The chemical was brominated to enhance its stability.

bromination

IPA: //ˌbroʊməˈneɪʃən//

KK: /broʊməˈneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A chemical process that adds a bromine atom to a molecule or compound.

Example: The bromination of the organic compound improved its reactivity.

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