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Exam: TOEFL

portion

IPA: /ˈpɔːrʃən/

KK: /ˈpɔrʃən/

noun

Definition: A part of something larger, often used to refer to a serving of food or a section of a whole.

Example: She served a generous portion of pasta for dinner.

transitive verb

Definition: To divide something into smaller parts or shares, especially for giving to others.

Example: The chef will portion the cake into equal slices for the guests.

portly

IPA: /ˈpɔːrtli/

KK: /ˈpɔrtli/

adjective

Definition: Having a stout or heavy body; often used to describe someone who is somewhat overweight in a dignified or stately manner.

Example: The portly gentleman walked into the room with an air of confidence.

portmanteau

IPA: //pɔːrtˈmæn.təʊ//

KK: /pɔrtˈmænˌtoʊ/

adjective

Definition: A word that combines the sounds and meanings of two different words, or something that has multiple uses or qualities.

Example: The term 'brunch' is a portmanteau of breakfast and lunch.

noun

Definition: A large suitcase that can be opened into two parts, or a word formed by combining parts of two or more words.

Example: She packed her clothes into a portmanteau for the trip.

portrait

IPA: /ˈpɔːrtrɪt/

KK: /ˈpɔrtrɪt/

adjective

Definition: This term describes a page or document that is taller than it is wide, meaning the longer side is vertical.

Example: The artist chose a portrait layout for the painting to emphasize the subject's height.

noun

Definition: A picture or image of a person, usually showing their face, made by an artist or photographer.

Example: The artist painted a beautiful portrait of her grandmother.

portraitist

IPA: /ˈpɔːrtrɪtɪst/

KK: /ˈpɔrtrɪtɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who creates portraits, typically through painting or photography.

Example: The portraitist captured the essence of her subject in a beautiful painting.

portray

IPA: /pɔːrˈtreɪ/

KK: /pɔrˈtreɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To show or describe someone or something in a particular way, often through art, writing, or performance.

Example: The artist chose to portray the beauty of nature in her paintings.

portrayal

IPA: /pɔːˈtreɪəl/

KK: /pɔrˈtreɪəl/

noun

Definition: A way of showing or describing someone or something, often in art, literature, or performance.

Example: The portrayal of the main character in the movie was very realistic.

portrayer

IPA: /pɔːrˈtreɪər/

KK: /pɔrˈtreɪər/

noun

Definition: A person who represents or depicts someone or something, especially in art, theater, or film.

Example: The portrayer of the main character received critical acclaim for their performance.

pose

IPA: /poʊz/

KK: /poʊz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take a specific position or posture, often for a photograph or to show something.

Example: She decided to pose for the camera with a big smile.

noun

Definition: A position or attitude of the body, often taken for a photograph or artwork.

Example: The model held a graceful pose for the artist.

transitive verb

Definition: To place someone or something in a particular position or to present an idea or question for consideration.

Example: The artist asked the model to pose for the painting.

posed

IPA: /poʊzd/

KK: /pozd/

adjective

Definition: Having a strong and determined attitude; not easily changed or influenced.

Example: She had a posed expression that showed her confidence during the interview.

noun

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available

verb

Definition: To have placed or positioned something in a particular way, or to have presented oneself for a photograph or performance.

Example: She posed for the camera with a big smile.

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