▸ Specimen Drawer

Objects & Tools — Lesson 33

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clamp

klæmp

A device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together — she loosened the clamp and removed the lid.

He used a clamp to hold the pieces of wood together.

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cleaner

ˈkliːnər

A preparation used in cleaning something — the cleaner comes twice a week.

The cleaner comes twice a week.

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clip

klɪp

A metal frame or container holding cartridges; can be inserted into an automatic gun — the clip fell on the floor.

She attached the papers with a clip.

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cloak

kloʊk

Anything that covers or conceals — the wizard wore a long purple cloak.

She pulled her cloak tighter against the cold wind.

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closet

ˈklɑːzət

A small room (or recess) or cabinet used for storage space — she keeps her shoes in the closet.

There's a big closet in my bedroom.

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coil

kɔɪl

A structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops — a coil of wire sat on the workbench.

The garden hose was coiled up in the corner.

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compass

ˈkʌmpəs

Navigational instrument for finding directions — the compass needle pointed north.

The compass needle pointed north.

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corduroy

ˈkɔːrdərɔɪ

A cut pile fabric with vertical ribs; usually made of cotton — he wore a corduroy jacket.

He wore a corduroy jacket.

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courtyard

ˈkɔːrtjɑːrd

An area wholly or partly surrounded by walls or buildings — the children played in the courtyard.

The children played in the courtyard.

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cozy

ˈkoʊzi

A padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm — I love this cozy coffee shop.

I love this cozy coffee shop.

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curtain

ˈkɜrtən

A piece of cloth that hangs from the top of a window or door, used to decorate — she opened the curtains to let in the sunlight.

She opened the curtains to let in the sunlight.

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dashboard

ˈdæʃbɔːrd

The front panel of a vehicle's interior that contains instruments and controls — the dashboard lights came on.

The speedometer is on the dashboard.

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