Exam: TOEFL

Definition: A small speaker that produces high-pitched sounds, often used in audio systems to enhance sound quality.

Example: The tweeter in my sound system makes the music sound clearer and more vibrant.

Definition: To pull out or remove something, usually hair or a small object, using a small tool called tweezers.

Example: She used a pair of tweezers to remove the splinter from her finger.

Definition: To move suddenly and quickly in a way that is not smooth, often in small jerks or spasms.

Example: The dog began to twitch when it heard a loud noise.

Definition: A quick, involuntary movement of a muscle or a sudden pull or jerk.

Example: She felt a twitch in her eye during the presentation.

Definition: To make a quick, sudden movement or jerk, often in a way that is unexpected.

Example: She twitched the curtain aside to see what was happening outside.

Definition: To make a series of light, quick sounds, often like a bird chirping, or to speak in a nervous and excited way.

Example: The birds began to twitter as the sun rose in the morning.

Definition: A light, quick sound made by birds or a similar sound that resembles light laughter or chatter.

Example: The twitter of the birds filled the morning air with a cheerful sound.

Definition: To make a series of short, high-pitched sounds, often like a bird, or to speak in a chirpy or light manner.

Example: The children twittered excitedly as they played in the park.

Definition: Having two parts or aspects; being double or twice as great in number or amount.

Example: The project had a twofold purpose: to educate and to entertain.

Definition: In a way that involves two parts or aspects; to double the amount or degree.

Example: The project will benefit twofold from the new funding.

Definition: Related to the middle ear or eardrum, often used in medical contexts.

Example: The doctor examined the tympanic membrane to check for any signs of infection.

Definition: A swelling of the abdomen due to the buildup of gas or air in the intestines or abdominal cavity.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with tympanites after she complained of severe abdominal pain and bloating.

Definition: Relating to or affected by a condition where the abdomen is swollen with gas, often causing a drum-like sound when tapped.

Example: The doctor noted that the patient had a tympanitic abdomen during the examination.

Definition: To write using a keyboard or typewriter.

Example: She learned to type quickly in her computer class.

Definition: A category or group of people or things that share common characteristics or traits.

Example: There are many different types of animals in the zoo.

Definition: To write something using a typewriter or to categorize something based on its characteristics.

Example: She will type the report on her computer.

Definition: To assign an actor to play the same type of role repeatedly, often limiting their opportunities to take on different characters.

Example: After his success in action films, he was often typecast as a tough guy in every movie.