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Exam: TOEFL

polemicize

IPA: /pəˈlɛmɪˌzaɪz/

KK: /pəˈlɛmɪˌsaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To engage in a strong argument or debate, often about controversial topics.

Example: The author tends to polemicize about political issues in his articles.

polemist

IPA: /ˈpɒləmɪst/

KK: /ˈpɒləmɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who engages in controversial debates or arguments, often in a skilled or aggressive manner.

Example: The polemist presented his arguments with great passion during the debate.

police

IPA: /pəˈliːs/

KK: /pəˈlis/

noun

Definition: A group of people who are trained to enforce laws, keep the peace, and ensure safety in a community.

Example: The police arrived quickly to handle the situation.

transitive verb

Definition: To control or maintain order in a place, often by enforcing laws or rules, similar to the work done by law enforcement agencies.

Example: The officers were called to police the event and ensure everyone's safety.

policeman

IPA: //ˈpoʊlɪsˌmæn//

KK: /ˈpoʊlɪsˌmæn/

noun

Definition: A man who works for the police and is responsible for maintaining law and order.

Example: The policeman helped the lost child find his parents.

policewoman

IPA: /pəˈliːsˌwʊmən/

KK: /pəˈlisˌwʊmən/

noun

Definition: A woman who works as a member of the police, responsible for maintaining law and order.

Example: The policewoman helped the lost child find her parents.

policier

IPA: /pəˈliːsiːeɪ/

KK: /pəˈlisɪr/

noun

Definition: A type of film or story that focuses on police work, often involving crime and investigation.

Example: The new policier was thrilling and kept me on the edge of my seat.

policing

IPA: /pəˈliːsɪŋ/

KK: /pəˈliːsɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of maintaining law and order by a police force.

Example: Policing is essential for ensuring the safety of the community.

verb

Definition: The act of maintaining law and order, typically by police officers or law enforcement agencies.

Example: The community is focused on effective policing to ensure safety for all residents.

policy

IPA: /ˈpɒl.ɪ.si/

KK: /ˈpɑlɪsi/

noun

Definition: A plan or set of rules that guides decisions and actions in an organization or government.

Example: The school has a strict policy on bullying.

polio

IPA: //ˈpoʊli.oʊ//

KK: /ˈpoʊliˌoʊ/

noun

Definition: A serious infectious disease that affects the nervous system and can cause paralysis, especially in children.

Example: Vaccination has greatly reduced the incidence of polio around the world.

poliomyelitis

IPA: /ˌpoʊliˌoʊmaɪˈɛlɪtɪs/

KK: /pɑːliˌoʊmaɪəˈlɪtɪs/

noun

Definition: A serious viral illness that mainly affects children and can cause paralysis and muscle weakness. It is preventable with vaccines and is also known as infantile paralysis.

Example: Vaccination has significantly reduced the number of cases of poliomyelitis worldwide.

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