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Exam: TOEIC

service

IPA: /ˈsɜːrvɪs/

KK: /ˈsɜrvɪs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to providing help or assistance, often in a professional context, such as in industries that serve the public or offer maintenance and repairs.

Example: The service industry plays a crucial role in the economy by providing jobs and support to people.

noun

Definition: An action or work done to help someone or provide a benefit, often in a professional context.

Example: The restaurant is known for its excellent service and friendly staff.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide help or assistance to someone or something, often by performing a specific task or function.

Example: The technician will service the equipment to ensure it works properly.

serviceability

IPA: /ˌsɜːrvɪsəˈbɪləti/

KK: /ˈsɜrvɪsəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being useful or able to be used for a specific purpose.

Example: The serviceability of the equipment was tested before the project began.

serviceman

IPA: //ˈsɜːrvɪsˌmæn//

KK: /ˈsɜrvɪsˌmæn/

noun

Definition: A man who works in the armed forces or is responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment.

Example: The serviceman quickly fixed the broken equipment before the mission started.

servicer

IPA: /ˈsɜːrvɪsər/

KK: /ˈsɜrvɪsər/

noun

Definition: A person or company that provides services, especially in relation to managing loans or obligations by collecting payments and enforcing agreements.

Example: The servicer contacted the borrower to discuss the payment schedule.

setoff

IPA: /ˈsɛtˌɔf/

KK: /ˈsɛtˌɔf/

noun

Definition: A thing that balances or compensates for another; it can also refer to a projection from a wall or a decorative element that enhances contrast.

Example: The tax setoff helped reduce the amount I owed this year.

settle

IPA: /ˈsɛtəl/

KK: /ˈsɛtəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become established in a place or situation, or to come to rest after movement.

Example: After a long journey, we decided to settle in a small town by the river.

noun

Definition: A type of long wooden bench that usually has a high back and may have storage space underneath the seat.

Example: The settle in the hallway was perfect for putting on shoes.

transitive verb

Definition: To resolve or reach an agreement about something, often by making a decision or settling a dispute.

Example: After much discussion, they decided to settle their differences peacefully.

setup

IPA: /ˈsɛtʌp/

KK: /ˈsɛtʌp/

noun

Definition: The arrangement or organization of something, often referring to a plan, strategy, or physical arrangement.

Example: The setup for the event included tables, chairs, and decorations.

severance

IPA: /ˈsɛvərəns/

KK: /ˈsɛvərəns/

noun

Definition: The act of cutting off or separating something from something else, often used in the context of employment when someone is given money after leaving a job.

Example: After ten years at the company, she received a severance package when she was laid off.

shakeout

IPA: /ˈʃeɪkaʊt/

KK: /ˈʃeɪkˌaʊt/

noun

Definition: A situation where weaker companies or products are removed from a market, often leading to a decline in overall market values.

Example: The recent shakeout in the tech industry has left many small startups struggling to survive.

shakeup

IPA: /ˈʃeɪkʌp/

KK: /ˈʃeɪkˌʌp/

noun

Definition: A significant change or reorganization, especially in a company or organization, often involving personnel adjustments.

Example: The company announced a shakeup in management to improve efficiency.

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