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Exam: TOEFL

low

IPA: /loʊ/

KK: /lo/

adjective

Definition: Not high; situated at a small distance from the ground or a reference point; below average in amount, degree, or intensity.

Example: The tree is low enough for the children to climb.

adverb

Definition: In a manner that is small in amount, position, or intensity; not high or loud.

Example: She spoke low so that only her friend could hear her.

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a sound like a cow, often described as mooing.

Example: The cow began to low as the farmer approached.

noun

Definition: A term used to describe a level, position, or degree that is below normal or average; it can also refer to a sound made by cattle or a specific gear in a vehicle's transmission.

Example: The stock market reached a new low this year.

lowbrow

IPA: /ˈloʊˌbraʊ/

KK: /loʊˌbraʊ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to someone who has simple tastes and lacks interest in more sophisticated or intellectual things.

Example: The movie was criticized for its lowbrow humor, appealing only to a specific audience.

noun

Definition: A person who has simple or unsophisticated tastes, often in art or culture.

Example: He prefers lowbrow entertainment like reality TV shows and comic books.

lower

IPA: /ˈloʊər/

KK: /ˈloʊər/

adjective

Definition: Situated beneath something else in rank, position, or physical location; not as high or advanced.

Example: The lower shelf is perfect for storing books that I use often.

intransitive verb

Definition: To decrease in amount, intensity, or level; to move to a lower position or state.

Example: The sun began to lower in the sky as evening approached.

noun

Definition: A dark or threatening appearance, often associated with bad weather or anger.

Example: The sky had a lower that made everyone feel uneasy.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something go down to a lower position or level.

Example: She decided to lower the volume of the music.

lowercase

IPA: /ˈloʊərkeɪs/

KK: /ˈloʊərkeɪs/

adjective

Definition: Referring to letters that are not capitalized, typically smaller in size, such as 'a', 'b', and 'c'.

Example: Please write your name in lowercase letters on the form.

transitive verb

Definition: To change letters or text to small letters, as opposed to capital letters.

Example: Please lowercase all the titles in the document before submitting it.

lowering

IPA: /ˈloʊərɪŋ/

KK: /ˈloʊərɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Noting something that causes a decrease in position, value, or mood.

Example: The lowering clouds signaled an approaching storm.

noun

Definition: The action or process of making something lower or reducing its height or level.

Example: The lowering of the flag signified the end of the ceremony.

verb

Definition: To make something go down or decrease in position, amount, or intensity.

Example: The workers are lowering the flag at sunset.

lowest

IPA: /ˈloʊ.ɪst/

KK: /loʊɪst/

adjective

Definition: The smallest amount or degree; the least in height, level, or quality.

Example: This is the lowest point in the valley.

lowlier

IPA: /ˈloʊliər/

KK: /ˈloʊliər/

adjective

Definition: Having a lower status, rank, or quality compared to others; not elevated or noble.

Example: He felt that his job was lowlier than his friends' positions.

lowliest

IPA: /ˈloʊli/

KK: /ˈloʊli/

adjective

Definition: The most humble or insignificant; the lowest in rank or status.

Example: Despite being the lowliest of the group, she showed great courage and determination.

loxodrome

IPA: /lɒkˈsɒdruːm/

KK: /lɒkˈsɒdroʊm/

noun

Definition: A type of curve on the surface of a sphere that crosses all meridians at the same angle, often used in navigation.

Example: Sailors often use a loxodrome to plot their course across the ocean.

loyal

IPA: /ˈlɔɪəl/

KK: /ˈloʊəl/

adjective

Definition: Being faithful and devoted to someone or something, showing strong support and allegiance.

Example: She has always been a loyal friend, standing by me through thick and thin.

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