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Exam: TOEFL

tardive

IPA: /ˈtɑːrdɪv/

KK: /ˈtɑːrdɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing symptoms that develop gradually or appear a long time after the initial onset of a condition.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with tardive dyskinesia, a disorder characterized by delayed symptoms.

tardy

IPA: /ˈtɑːrdi/

KK: /ˈtɑrdi/

adjective

Definition: Arriving or happening later than expected or scheduled; being late.

Example: She was tardy to the meeting because of traffic.

noun

Definition: A situation where someone is late or delayed, especially in arriving at a place or event.

Example: His tardy arrival to the meeting caused some frustration among the team members.

tare

IPA: /tɛr/

KK: /tɛr/

noun

Definition: A weight that is subtracted from the total weight to account for the weight of a container or packaging.

Example: The tare of the box was taken into account when weighing the shipment.

transitive verb

Definition: To find out the weight of an empty container so that it can be subtracted from the total weight of the container and its contents.

Example: Before weighing the apples, she needed to tare the scale to account for the weight of the bowl.

target

IPA: /ˈtɑːɡɪt/

KK: /ˈtɑrɡɪt/

noun

Definition: A goal or objective that someone aims to achieve.

Example: The team set a target to increase sales by 20% this year.

transitive verb

Definition: To aim at something or to set a goal to achieve.

Example: The company decided to target a younger audience with their new advertising campaign.

tarmac

IPA: /ˈtɑːmæk/

KK: /ˈtɑrmæk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To sit on a taxiway, typically referring to an aircraft that is waiting on the ground.

Example: The plane had to tarmac for a while before it could take off.

noun

Definition: A type of hard surface made from crushed stone and tar, commonly used for roads and airport runways.

Example: The airplane taxied down the tarmac before taking off.

transitive verb

Definition: To cover a surface, especially a road or runway, with a material that creates a hard, smooth surface.

Example: The airport decided to tarmac the runway to improve safety and efficiency.

tarnish

IPA: /ˈtɑːrnɪʃ/

KK: /ˈtɑrnɪʃ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To lose brightness or shine, often due to exposure to air or moisture, resulting in a dull or discolored appearance.

Example: The silver necklace began to tarnish after being left out in the open air for too long.

noun

Definition: A change in the color or quality of a metal surface, often due to oxidation or corrosion, which can make it look dull or dirty.

Example: The silver necklace lost its shine and developed a tarnish over time.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something less bright or shiny, often by causing it to lose its color or shine.

Example: The rain tarnished the car's paint, making it look dull.

tarsal

IPA: /ˈtɑːrsl/

KK: /ˈtɑrsl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the tarsus, which is a group of bones in the foot or a structure in the eyelid.

Example: The doctor examined the tarsal bones to check for any injuries.

noun

Definition: A part of the foot that includes bones or cartilage, specifically in the area between the ankle and the toes.

Example: The doctor examined the tarsal bones to check for any injuries.

tart

IPA: /tɑrt/

KK: /tɑrt/

adjective

Definition: Having a strong, sharp taste that is often sour or acidic.

Example: The lemon pie had a tart flavor that made it refreshing.

noun

Definition: A type of pastry that has a shallow shell and is filled with sweet or savory ingredients, often baked.

Example: She made a delicious fruit tart for dessert.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something look fancy or dressed up in a cheap or showy way, often in a way that is not tasteful.

Example: She decided to tart up her old dress for the party.

tartar

IPA: /ˈtɑːrtər/

KK: /ˈtɑrtər/

noun

Definition: A hard, yellowish substance that forms on teeth from plaque and food particles, or a compound found in wine casks from grape juice.

Example: The dentist removed the tartar from my teeth during the cleaning.

tartly

IPA: /ˈtɑrtli/

KK: /tɑrtli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is sharp or sour in taste or tone; often used to describe a biting or cutting remark.

Example: She replied tartly when asked about her opinion on the matter.

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