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Topic: University

eduction

IPA: /ɪˈdʌkʃən/

KK: /ɪˈdʌkʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of drawing out or revealing something that was hidden or not visible.

Example: The eduction of the ancient artifacts from the site provided valuable insights into the past.

elective

IPA: /ɪˈlɛktɪv/

KK: /ɪˈlɛktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a choice or selection, often allowing people to decide or vote on something. It can also refer to something that is optional rather than required.

Example: Students can choose an elective course to study in addition to their required classes.

noun

Definition: A course or subject that students can choose to take, rather than being required to take it.

Example: I decided to take an elective in photography this semester.

electively

IPA: /ɪˈlɛktɪvli/

KK: /ɪˈlɛktɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves making a choice or decision; done by selection rather than necessity.

Example: Students can choose their courses electively based on their interests.

emerita

IPA: /ɪˈmɛrɪtə/

KK: /ɪˈmɛrɪtə/

adjective

Definition: A term used to describe a woman who has retired from a position but still holds an honorary title related to that position.

Example: After many years of teaching, she was honored with the title of professor emerita.

noun

Definition: A woman who has retired from her job but still holds an honorary title related to her previous position.

Example: After many years of dedicated service, she was named emerita and continues to be involved in the university's activities.

emeritus

IPA: /ɪˈmɛrɪtəs/

KK: /ɪˈmɛrɪtəs/

adjective

Definition: A term used to describe someone who has retired from a position but still holds an honorary title related to that position.

Example: The university awarded him the title of professor emeritus after his retirement.

noun

Definition: A person who has retired from a professional position but still holds an honorary title related to that position.

Example: After many years of teaching, Professor Smith was named emeritus and continued to advise students.

employability

IPA: /ɪmˌplɔɪəˈbɪləti/

KK: /ɪmˌplɔɪəˈbɪləti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being able to find and keep a job.

Example: Improving your skills can enhance your employability in the job market.

employable

IPA: /ɪmˈplɔɪəbl/

KK: /ɪmˈplɔɪəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be hired for a job or work.

Example: After completing her degree, she became more employable in her field.

noun

Definition: A person who is qualified and able to be hired for a job.

Example: After completing her degree, she became more employable in her field.

endowment

IPA: /ɪnˈdaʊmənt/

KK: /ɪnˈdaʊmənt/

noun

Definition: A gift or quality that someone has, or money and property given to support an organization or person.

Example: The university received a large endowment to fund scholarships for students.

eng

IPA: /ɛŋ/

KK: /ɛŋ/

noun

Definition: A letter in the Roman alphabet that represents a specific sound, often used in various languages and phonetic transcriptions.

Example: The letter 'eng' is used in the International Phonetic Alphabet to denote a particular nasal sound.

english

IPA: /ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ/

KK: /ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the people of England or their language.

Example: She is learning English to communicate better with her friends.

noun

Definition: The language spoken by people in England and many other countries, including the United States.

Example: She is learning English to communicate better while traveling.

verb

Definition: To translate or adopt something into the English language.

Example: She will English the document for the international conference.

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