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Exam: IELTS

butler

IPA: /ˈbʌt.lər/

KK: /ˈbʌtlər/

noun

Definition: A person, usually a man, who works in a household and is responsible for managing the staff, serving food and drinks, and taking care of the household's needs.

Example: The butler greeted the guests at the door and showed them to the dining room.

butter

IPA: //ˈbʌtər//

KK: /ˈbʌtər/

noun

Definition: A creamy substance made from milk or cream, used as a spread or in cooking.

Example: I like to put butter on my toast in the morning.

transitive verb

Definition: To spread or place a creamy substance made from milk or cream onto food.

Example: I like to butter my toast before adding jam.

button

IPA: /ˈbʌtən/

KK: /ˈbʌtən/

intransitive verb

Definition: To fasten or close something using buttons, often referring to clothing.

Example: She buttoned her coat before going outside.

noun

Definition: A small, usually round object that is used to fasten clothing or as a decorative item, often attached to a garment by passing through a hole.

Example: She sewed a new button onto her coat after the old one fell off.

transitive verb

Definition: To fasten or secure something by attaching buttons, or to close something, like clothing, using buttons.

Example: She buttoned her coat before going outside in the cold.

butylated

IPA: /ˈbjuːtɪleɪtɪd/

KK: /ˈbjuːtɪleɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Changed to include one or more butyl groups, which are a type of chemical structure.

Example: The butylated compound is used in various industrial applications.

verb

Definition: To add a butyl group to a compound, often used in chemistry to modify properties of substances.

Example: The chemist butylated the compound to enhance its stability.

butyraldehyde

IPA: //bjuːˈtɪr.əl.də.haɪd//

KK: /bjuˈtɪrˌældaɪhaɪd/

noun

Definition: A clear, highly flammable liquid used in the production of synthetic materials and resins.

Example: Butyraldehyde is commonly used in the manufacture of plastics and other chemical products.

butyrate

IPA: /ˈbjuːtəreɪt/

KK: /ˈbjuːtəreɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of chemical compound that is derived from butyric acid, often found in various biological processes and used in food and pharmaceuticals.

Example: Butyrate is known for its role in gut health and is produced by the fermentation of dietary fibers.

bye

IPA: /baɪ/

KK: /baɪ/

interjection

Definition: A word used to say farewell or goodbye to someone.

Example: I have to go now, so bye!

noun

Definition: A situation in which a player or team does not have to compete in a round of a tournament and automatically moves to the next round.

Example: He received a bye in the first round of the tournament, allowing him to advance without playing.

bygone

IPA: /ˈbaɪɡɒn/

KK: /ˈbaɪˌɡɔn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a time that has passed or is no longer in existence.

Example: The museum showcases artifacts from bygone eras.

noun

Definition: Something that has happened in the past, often referring to a situation or event that is no longer relevant or important.

Example: We should forget our arguments and let bygones be bygones.

bylaw

IPA: /ˈbaɪlɔː/

KK: /ˈbaɪlɔ/

noun

Definition: A rule or law made by an organization to control its own activities and members.

Example: The committee proposed a new bylaw to improve the organization's governance.

byline

IPA: //ˈbaɪlaɪn//

KK: /ˈbaɪlaɪn/

noun

Definition: A line in a newspaper or magazine that shows the name of the writer of an article.

Example: The article had a byline that read 'John Smith'.

transitive verb

Definition: To publish an article in a newspaper or magazine with the author's name printed next to it.

Example: The journalist was proud to byline her first article in the national newspaper.

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