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Exam: IELTS

canonize

IPA: /ˈkænəˌnaɪz/

KK: /ˈkænəˌnaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To officially declare someone a saint or to recognize something as important or sacred.

Example: The church decided to canonize the beloved leader after his death.

canonized

IPA: /ˈkænəˌnaɪzd/

KK: /ˈkænəˌnaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Officially recognized as a saint by the Roman Catholic Church or made part of an official list.

Example: The church canonized the monk after his death, recognizing his life of virtue and service.

verb

Definition: To officially declare someone a saint in the Christian church.

Example: After many years of investigation, the church canonized the beloved leader, recognizing his contributions to the community.

cant

IPA: /kænt/

KK: /kænt/

adjective

Definition: Having corners or sides; not smooth or rounded.

Example: The cant shape of the roof allows rainwater to flow off easily.

intransitive verb

Definition: To lean or tilt to one side, or to speak in a tone that sounds whining or insincere.

Example: The old ship began to cant as the waves grew stronger.

noun

Definition: A type of language that is insincere or hypocritical, often used to show false piety or moral superiority.

Example: The politician's speech was filled with cant, making it hard to trust his true intentions.

transitive verb

Definition: To change the direction suddenly or to tilt something at an angle.

Example: He had to cant the picture frame to make it fit better on the wall.

cantankerous

IPA: /kænˈtæŋkərəs/

KK: /kæn'tæŋkərəs/

adjective

Definition: Someone who is difficult to deal with, often irritable or bad-tempered.

Example: My cantankerous neighbor always complains about the noise.

cantankerously

IPA: /kænˈtæŋkərəsli/

KK: /kæn'tæŋkərəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is difficult to deal with or irritable, often showing a bad temper.

Example: He cantankerously refused to cooperate with the team.

cantata

IPA: /kænˈtɑːtə/

KK: /kænˈtɑːtə/

noun

Definition: A type of musical work that includes singing and is often based on a religious text, featuring different parts like solos and choruses, usually accompanied by instruments.

Example: The choir performed a beautiful cantata during the church service.

cantatrice

IPA: /kænˈtætrɪs/

KK: /kænˈtætrɪs/

noun

Definition: A woman who sings professionally, especially in opera or classical music.

Example: The cantatrice captivated the audience with her powerful voice during the performance.

canteen

IPA: //kænˈtiːn//

KK: /kænˈtin/

noun

Definition: A container or place used for carrying food and drinks, often used in outdoor activities or military settings.

Example: The hikers filled their canteens with water before starting the trail.

cantharidin

IPA: //kænˈθærɪdɪn//

KK: /kænˈθærɪdɪn/

noun

Definition: A bitter crystalline substance that causes blisters on the skin and is found in certain beetles.

Example: Cantharidin is used in some medical treatments to remove warts.

canthus

IPA: /ˈkænθəs/

KK: /ˈkænθəs/

noun

Definition: The point where the upper and lower eyelids meet at the corner of the eye.

Example: The doctor examined the canthus for any signs of infection.

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