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Exam: TOEFL

bourgeoisie

IPA: //bʊrʒwɑːˈziː//

KK: /bʊrʒwɑːˈziː/

noun

Definition: A social class that includes people who own businesses and property, often seen as the middle class in society.

Example: The bourgeoisie played a significant role in the economic development of the country.

bourgeoning

IPA: /ˈbʊərdʒənɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbʊrʒənɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is growing or developing quickly and successfully.

Example: The burgeoning technology sector is attracting many investors.

noun

Definition: The process of growing or developing quickly, often used to describe something that is expanding or flourishing.

Example: The burgeoning of technology has changed the way we communicate.

verb

Definition: To begin to grow or develop quickly; to flourish or expand rapidly.

Example: The startup is burgeoning, attracting more investors every month.

bowler

IPA: /ˈboʊlər/

KK: /ˈboʊlər/

noun

Definition: A person who rolls a ball down a lane to knock down pins in a game, or a player who delivers the ball to the batsman in cricket.

Example: The bowler took a few steps back before delivering the ball with great speed.

boxer

IPA: /ˈbɒksə/

KK: /ˈbɑksər/

noun

Definition: A person who fights with their fists, especially in a sport or competition.

Example: The boxer trained hard every day to prepare for the championship match.

boxing

IPA: /ˈbɒksɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbɑksɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The sport or activity of fighting with gloves, where two people try to hit each other while following specific rules.

Example: He trains every day to improve his skills in boxing.

boycott

IPA: //ˈbɔɪkɒt//

KK: /ˈbɔɪkɑt/

noun

Definition: A decision by a group of people to stop using, buying, or dealing with a person, organization, or country as a way to protest or show disapproval.

Example: The community organized a boycott against the company for its unfair labor practices.

transitive verb

Definition: To refuse to buy or use something as a way to show disapproval or to make a change.

Example: Many people decided to boycott the company after it raised its prices unfairly.

boycotter

IPA: //ˈbɔɪˌkɒtə//

KK: /ˈbɔɪˌkɑːtər/

noun

Definition: A person who refuses to buy, use, or participate in something as a way to protest or show disapproval.

Example: The boycotter joined the movement to protest against the company's unfair practices.

brace

IPA: /breɪs/

KK: /bres/

intransitive verb

Definition: To prepare oneself for something that is about to happen, often used in the context of bracing for impact or a challenge.

Example: Before the storm hit, we all braced ourselves for the strong winds.

noun

Definition: An object used to hold or fasten things together, or a device that supports or strengthens something.

Example: He wore a brace on his ankle to support it after the injury.

transitive verb

Definition: To prepare or strengthen something, often by making it more secure or stable.

Example: She had to brace the door to keep it from swinging open in the wind.

brachial

IPA: //ˈbreɪ.ki.əl//

KK: /ˈbreɪkiəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the arm or a similar part of an animal's body, like a foreleg or wing.

Example: The doctor examined the brachial artery for any signs of blockage.

brachycephalic

IPA: //ˌbræk.i.səˈfæl.ɪk//

KK: /brækɪsəˈfælik/

adjective

Definition: This term describes animals or people who have a head that is shorter and wider than average, typically measured by a specific index.

Example: The bulldog is a brachycephalic breed known for its distinctive short and broad head.

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