IPA: /spɜrn/
KK: /spɜrn/
Definition: To reject something in a way that shows you think it is worthless or not good enough.
Example: She decided to spurn the offer because she felt it was not suitable for her.
Definition: A rejection or dismissal that shows contempt or disdain.
Example: His spurn of the offer surprised everyone at the meeting.
Definition: To reject something or someone with a feeling of disdain or contempt.
Example: She chose to spurn his offer, believing she could do better on her own.
IPA: /spɜrd/
KK: /spɜrd/
Definition: Having a pointed part that sticks out, often used to describe certain types of flowers or boots.
Example: The spurred flowers in the garden attracted many bees.
IPA: /spɜrt/
KK: /spɜrt/
Definition: To suddenly release or shoot out a liquid or energy in a quick burst.
Example: The water began to spurt from the broken pipe.
Definition: A quick and sudden release of something, like energy or liquid, often happening in a short time.
Example: He felt a spurt of energy after his nap.
Definition: To push or send out something suddenly and quickly, often in a burst or jet.
Example: The athlete managed to spurt ahead of his competitors in the final lap of the race.
IPA: /ˈspʌt.nɪk/
KK: /ˈspʌt.nɪk/
Definition: A type of satellite that was launched by the Soviet Union, starting with the first one in 1957, which orbited the Earth and was used for various scientific purposes.
Example: The launch of Sputnik marked the beginning of the space age.
IPA: /ˈspjuːtəm/
KK: /ˈspjuːtəm/
Definition: A substance that is coughed up from the lungs or airways, often containing mucus, saliva, and other materials, usually associated with respiratory illnesses.
Example: The doctor asked for a sample of sputum to test for infection.
IPA: /spaɪ/
KK: /spaɪ/
Definition: To secretly watch or listen to someone or something, often to gather information.
Example: He likes to spy on his neighbors to see what they are doing.
Definition: A person who secretly collects information about others, often for a government or organization.
Example: The spy gathered important information about the enemy's plans.
Definition: To watch or observe someone secretly, often to gather information.
Example: The detective decided to spy on the suspect to find out more about his activities.
IPA: /ˈspaɪ.ɪŋ/
KK: /ˈspaɪɪŋ/
Definition: The act of secretly watching or listening to someone to gather information, often for political or military purposes.
Example: The government was accused of spying on its citizens without their knowledge.
Definition: To secretly watch or listen to someone in order to gather information about them.
Example: The detective was spying on the suspect to find out more about his activities.
IPA: /ˈspaɪwɛr/
KK: /ˈspaɪˌwɛr/
Definition: A type of software that secretly collects information from a person's computer or device without their knowledge.
Example: The company discovered that spyware had been installed on their computers, tracking employee activities.
IPA: /ˈskwɒbəl/
KK: /ˈskwɑbəl/
Definition: To have a noisy argument or disagreement about something that is not very important.
Example: The children began to squabble over who would get the last piece of cake.
Definition: A loud argument or disagreement, often about something unimportant.
Example: The children had a squabble over who would get the last cookie.
IPA: /skwɒd/
KK: /skwɑd/
Definition: A small group of people who work together for a specific purpose, such as in sports, police, or military.
Example: The soccer team announced their squad for the upcoming tournament.
Definition: To arrange or organize a group of people for a specific purpose or task.
Example: The coach decided to squad the players into two teams for practice.
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