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Exam: IELTS

coverslip

IPA: /ˈkʌvərˌslɪp/

KK: /ˈkʌvərˌslɪp/

noun

Definition: A thin piece of glass that is placed over a sample on a microscope slide to protect it and improve the clarity of the image.

Example: The scientist carefully placed a coverslip over the specimen to observe it under the microscope.

covert

IPA: /ˈkoʊ.vɜrt/

KK: /ˈkoʊvɜrt/

adjective

Definition: Something that is hidden or not openly displayed; secretive in nature.

Example: The spy was involved in covert operations to gather intelligence.

noun

Definition: A place that is hidden or covered, often used for shelter or concealment.

Example: The spy found a covert in the dense forest to hide from his pursuers.

covertly

IPA: /kəʊˈvɜːtli/

KK: /ˈkoʊvɜrtli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is not openly acknowledged or displayed; done in secret.

Example: The spy covertly gathered information without anyone noticing.

coverup

IPA: /ˈkʌvərˌʌp/

KK: /ˈkʌvərˌʌp/

noun

Definition: A secret or dishonest action taken to hide something, especially wrongdoing or a mistake.

Example: The politician was involved in a coverup to hide the scandal from the public.

covet

IPA: /ˈkʌvɪt/

KK: /ˈkʌvɪt/

verb

Definition: To strongly desire something that belongs to someone else.

Example: She always coveted her neighbor's beautiful garden.

covetable

IPA: /ˈkʌvɪtəbl/

KK: /ˈkoʊvɪtəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that is very desirable or attractive, often because it is rare or valuable.

Example: The limited edition watch is highly covetable among collectors.

coveted

IPA: /ˈkʌvɪtɪd/

KK: /ˈkʌvɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Something that is highly desired or wanted by many people.

Example: Winning the award was a coveted achievement for the young artist.

verb

Definition: To strongly desire something that someone else has.

Example: Many people coveted the award for best actor at the film festival.

covetous

IPA: /ˈkʌvɪtəs/

KK: /ˈkʌvɪtəs/

adjective

Definition: Having an intense desire to possess something, especially something that belongs to someone else.

Example: His covetous nature made him unhappy, as he always wanted what others had.

covetously

IPA: /ˈkʌv.ɪ.təs.li/

KK: /ˈkʌvɪtəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a strong desire to possess something that belongs to someone else.

Example: He looked at the new car covetously, wishing it were his.

covid

IPA: /ˈkoʊvɪd/

KK: /ˈkoʊvɪd/

noun

Definition: A unit of measurement used in India and nearby regions, typically referring to a length of about 18 inches.

Example: The covid is often used to measure fabric in local markets.

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