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Topic: Subjects

prerequisite

IPA: /ˌpriːˈrɛkwɪzɪt/

KK: /priˈrɛkwɪzɪt/

adjective

Definition: Something that is required or necessary before something else can happen or be done.

Example: Having a high school diploma is a prerequisite for enrolling in this college course.

noun

Definition: A requirement that must be met before something else can happen or be done.

Example: Completing the introductory course is a prerequisite for enrolling in the advanced class.

primmer

IPA: /ˈprɪmər/

KK: /ˈprɪmər/

adjective

Definition: A word used to describe something that is more prim than another, indicating a higher level of formality or strictness.

Example: Her behavior was much primmer at the formal dinner than at the casual gathering.

programme

IPA: /ˈprəʊɡræm/

KK: /ˈprɒɡræm/

noun

Definition: A planned series of events, activities, or performances, often organized for a specific purpose or audience.

Example: The school has a new programme for teaching science to young children.

propaedeutic

IPA: /ˌproʊpəˈdjuːtɪk/

KK: /proʊpəˈdjuːtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to introductory teaching or instruction that prepares someone for further study or knowledge.

Example: The propaedeutic course helped students understand the basics before they advanced to more complex subjects.

noun

Definition: A type of instruction or study that prepares someone for more advanced learning or knowledge in a specific field.

Example: The propaedeutic course helped students understand the basics before they moved on to more complex subjects.

proseminar

IPA: //proʊˈsiːˌmɪnɑːr//

KK: /proʊˈsiːˌmɪnɑːr/

noun

Definition: A type of course at a college or university where students discuss and explore topics in depth, usually for graduate or advanced undergraduate students.

Example: She enrolled in a proseminar to deepen her understanding of contemporary literature.

psychology

IPA: /saɪˈkɒlədʒi/

KK: /saɪˈkɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study of the mind and behavior, including how people think, feel, and act.

Example: She decided to study psychology to understand human behavior better.

pupil

IPA: /ˈpjuːpəl/

KK: /ˈpjuːpəl/

noun

Definition: A person who is learning in a school or under a teacher's guidance.

Example: The teacher praised her pupil for his hard work and dedication.

pupilage

IPA: /ˈpjuːpɪlɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈpjuːpɪlɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: The condition or time when someone is a student or learner, especially in a school or educational setting.

Example: During his pupilage, he learned many important skills that would help him in his career.

quadrivium

IPA: /kwəˈdrɪviəm/

KK: /kwɑːˈdrɪviəm/

noun

Definition: A group of four subjects studied in medieval education, which includes arithmetic, geometry, astronomy, and music, forming part of the liberal arts curriculum.

Example: In medieval universities, students studied the quadrivium after mastering the trivium.

question

IPA: /ˈkwɛs.tʃən/

KK: /ˈkwɛsʧən/

intransitive verb

Definition: To ask something in order to get information or clarify something.

Example: She decided to question the teacher about the homework assignment.

noun

Definition: A sentence or phrase that asks for information or a response.

Example: She raised her hand to ask a question in class.

transitive verb

Definition: To ask someone about something in order to get information or to express doubt about something.

Example: The teacher will question the students about the lesson.

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