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Exam: IELTS

claudication

IPA: //klɔːdɪˈkeɪʃən//

KK: /klɔːdɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A condition characterized by pain or discomfort in the legs, often caused by insufficient blood flow during exercise.

Example: After walking for a short distance, he experienced claudication and had to sit down.

clausal

IPA: /ˈklɔːzəl/

KK: /ˈklɔːzəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to or involving clauses, which are groups of words that contain a subject and a verb.

Example: In grammar, a clausal structure can help clarify the relationship between different parts of a sentence.

clause

IPA: /klɔːz/

KK: /klɔz/

noun

Definition: A part of a sentence that contains a subject and a verb, or a specific section in a legal document that outlines a particular point or condition.

Example: The contract included a clause that specified the payment terms.

claustrophobe

IPA: //ˌklɔːstrəˈfoʊb//

KK: /klɔːstrəˈfoʊb/

noun

Definition: A person who has a fear of being in closed or small spaces.

Example: As a claustrophobe, she felt anxious in the crowded elevator.

claustrophobia

IPA: //klɔːstrəˈfoʊbiə//

KK: /klɔːstrəˈfoʊbiə/

noun

Definition: A strong fear of being in small or closed spaces, which can cause anxiety and panic.

Example: She felt a wave of panic due to her claustrophobia when the elevator doors closed.

claustrophobic

IPA: //klɔːstrəˈfoʊbɪk//

KK: /klɔːstrəˈfoʊbɪk/

adjective

Definition: Feeling uncomfortable or anxious in small or closed spaces.

Example: She felt claustrophobic in the crowded elevator.

noun

Definition: A person who has a strong fear of being in small or enclosed spaces.

Example: She is claustrophobic and feels anxious in elevators.

claustrum

IPA: /ˈklɔːstrəm/

KK: /ˈklɔːstrəm/

noun

Definition: A thin layer of gray matter found in each half of the brain, which is involved in various brain functions.

Example: The claustrum is thought to play a role in consciousness and sensory processing.

clavicle

IPA: /ˈklævɪkəl/

KK: /ˈklævɪkəl/

noun

Definition: A slender bone in the human body that connects the breastbone to the shoulder blade, commonly known as the collarbone.

Example: He fractured his clavicle while playing football.

clavicular

IPA: /kləˈvɪkjʊlər/

KK: /kləˈvɪk jʊ lər/

adjective

Definition: Related to the collarbone, which is a bone that connects the arm to the body.

Example: The doctor explained that the clavicular area is important for shoulder movement.

clean

IPA: /kliːn/

KK: /klin/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is free from dirt or pollution; in a fair or honest manner; completely or entirely.

Example: She cleaned the house clean before the guests arrived.

intransitive verb

Definition: To make something free from dirt or mess, or to remove unwanted substances.

Example: After the party, we need to clean the house.

noun

Definition: The process of removing dirt or impurities from a surface or object.

Example: The clean of the house took all day, but it was worth it.

transitive verb

Definition: To remove dirt, impurities, or unwanted substances from something, making it free of mess or stains.

Example: I need to clean my room before the guests arrive.

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