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Exam: IELTS

draftsperson

IPA: /ˈdræftspɜːrsən/

KK: /ˈdræftspɜrsən/

noun

Definition: A person who prepares technical drawings or plans, often for buildings or machinery.

Example: The draftsperson created detailed blueprints for the new office building.

drag

IPA: //dræɡ//

KK: /dræg/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a person who dresses in clothing typically associated with the opposite gender, often for performance or entertainment purposes.

Example: The drag performer captivated the audience with their stunning costume and makeup.

intransitive verb

Definition: To move slowly or with effort, often behind others or in a way that is not quick.

Example: He had to drag himself out of bed this morning because he was so tired.

noun

Definition: A heavy object or device that is pulled along, often used for moving things or for dragging something through water.

Example: The fisherman used a drag to pull in the net from the water.

transitive verb

Definition: To pull something along the ground or through the air with effort.

Example: He had to drag the heavy box across the floor.

dragnet

IPA: //ˈdræɡ.nɛt//

KK: /ˈdræɡnɛt/

noun

Definition: A method or system used to catch or apprehend people, especially criminals, often involving coordinated efforts by law enforcement.

Example: The police set up a dragnet to catch the suspect after the robbery.

drained

IPA: /dreɪnd/

KK: /dreɪnd/

adjective

Definition: Feeling very tired and lacking energy; exhausted.

Example: After the long hike, I felt completely drained and needed to rest.

verb

Definition: To have removed liquid from something, often leaving it empty or dry.

Example: After the heavy rain, the workers drained the water from the flooded area.

draining

IPA: /ˈdreɪnɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdreɪnɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing a loss of energy or vitality; exhausting.

Example: After a long day at work, I find that my job can be quite draining.

noun

Definition: The process of removing water or other liquids from an area, often through pipes or channels.

Example: The draining of the flooded area took several hours.

verb

Definition: To remove liquid from something, often by letting it flow out.

Example: I am draining the water from the pasta after cooking it.

drama

IPA: /ˈdrɑːmə/

KK: /ˈdræmə/

noun

Definition: A type of writing or performance that tells a serious story, usually acted out by people on stage or in films.

Example: The school is putting on a drama about the life of a famous scientist.

dramatic

IPA: /drəˈmætɪk/

KK: /drəˈmætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Something that is striking or impressive, often related to strong emotions or actions, like in a play or movie.

Example: The actor gave a dramatic performance that captivated the audience.

dramatically

IPA: /drəˈmætɪkli/

KK: /drəˈmætɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is striking or impressive, often involving strong emotions or changes.

Example: The weather changed dramatically overnight, going from sunny to stormy.

dramatics

IPA: /drəˈmætɪks/

KK: /drəˈmætɪks/

noun

Definition: The art of performing in plays or acting, including the skills and techniques used in theater.

Example: She studied dramatics in college to become a better actress.

dramatisation

IPA: /ˌdræmətaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /dræməˈtaɪʒeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of adapting a story or event into a play, film, or other performance format.

Example: The dramatization of the novel brought the characters to life on stage.

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