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Exam: IELTS

cankerous

IPA: /ˈkæŋkərəs/

KK: /ˈkæŋkərəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or causing sores or ulcers, often in a harmful or destructive way.

Example: The cankerous growth on the tree spread quickly, threatening the entire orchard.

cannabinoid

IPA: /ˈkænəˌbɪnɔɪd/

KK: /kænəˈbɪnɔɪd/

noun

Definition: A type of chemical found in cannabis plants that can affect the body and mind.

Example: Cannabinoids are often used in medicine to help relieve pain and nausea.

cannibalise

IPA: /ˈkænɪbəˌlaɪz/

KK: /ˈkænɪbəˌlaɪz/

verb

Definition: To use parts from one thing to repair or create another similar thing, or to consume the flesh of another person.

Example: In order to fix the broken device, they decided to cannibalise parts from an old one.

cannibalistic

IPA: /ˌkænɪbəˈlɪstɪk/

KK: /ˌkænəˈbɪlɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characterized by the act of eating the flesh of one's own species.

Example: The documentary explored the cannibalistic practices of certain ancient tribes.

cannibalization

IPA: /ˌkænɪbəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌkænɪbəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of using parts from one thing to help or improve another, often leading to a reduction in the original item's value or effectiveness.

Example: The company's cannibalization of its own products led to confusion among customers.

cannibalize

IPA: /ˈkænɪbəˌlaɪz/

KK: /ˈkænɪbəˌlaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To engage in the act of eating the flesh of one's own species.

Example: In some cultures, people may cannibalize as part of a ritual.

transitive verb

Definition: To take parts or resources from one thing to use for another, often in a way that harms the original item.

Example: The company had to cannibalize some of its older products to support the new line.

cannier

IPA: /ˈkæniər/

KK: /ˈkæn.i.ɚ/

adjective

Definition: More careful and shrewd in making decisions or judgments than others.

Example: She was cannier than her competitors, always finding the best deals.

canniest

IPA: /ˈkæniəst/

KK: /ˈkænɪst/

adjective

Definition: The most careful and shrewd in making decisions or judgments, often showing good sense and practical wisdom.

Example: She is the canniest investor in the market, always knowing when to buy and sell.

cannily

IPA: /ˈkæni li/

KK: /ˈkænɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows good judgment and shrewdness, often in a clever or cautious manner.

Example: She handled the negotiations canny, ensuring that she got the best deal possible.

canniness

IPA: /ˈkænɪnəs/

KK: /ˈkænɪnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being careful, clever, and shrewd in making decisions or dealing with situations.

Example: Her canniness in business negotiations helped her secure the best deal.

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