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Objects & Tools — Lesson 40
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ampoule
ˈæm.puːl
An ampoule is a small sealed glass vessel containing a single measured dose of — each ampoule contains 5 ml of solution.
The nurse snapped the ampoule and drew the vaccine into the syringe.
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amulet
ˈæmjələt
A decorative object, usually made of stone, metal, or other material, that — the amulet was said to have magical powers.
She wore an amulet around her neck for good luck.
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anaesthetic
ˌænəsˈθetɪk
A drug that causes temporary loss of bodily sensations — how long does it take for the anaesthetic to wear off?
The patient was given a general anaesthetic before the surgery.
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analgesic
ˌænəlˈdʒiːzɪk
A medicine used to relieve pain — the doctor prescribed an analgesic for my headache.
The doctor prescribed an analgesic for my headache.
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anchors
ˈæŋkərz
A mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving — we need stronger anchors for this dock.
The ship dropped its anchors to stay in position.
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andiron
ˈæn.daɪ.ɚn
Metal supports for logs in a fireplace — sparks from the logs landed on the andiron and went out.
The andirons kept the burning logs elevated for better air circulation.
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android
ˈæn.drɔɪd
An automaton that resembles a human being — this smartphone runs on the Android operating system.
The android in the movie looked just like a real person.
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anklet
ˈæŋklət
A shoe for a child or woman that has a strap around the ankle — she wore a silver anklet on her right ankle.
She wore a silver anklet on her right ankle.
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annex
əˈneks
An addition that extends a main building — the country voted to annex the neighboring territory.
The country voted to annex the neighboring territory.
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annexes
əˈnɛksɪz
An addition that extends a main building — the new wing annexes the original building.
The country voted to annex the neighboring territory.
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anode
ˈænoʊd
A positively charged electrode by which electrons leave an electrical device — the anode is the positive terminal of a battery.
The anode is the positive terminal of a battery.
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anodes
ˈænoʊdz
A positively charged electrode by which electrons leave an electrical device — the anodes in this battery are made of zinc.
The anodes in this battery are made of zinc.
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