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People & Occupations — Lesson 4

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german

ˈdʒɜːrmən

A person of German nationality — I am learning German.

German cuisine is famous for its hearty dishes.

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indian

ˈɪndiən

A member of the race of people living in America when Europeans arrived — the Indian Ocean is vast.

Indian food is very flavorful.

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porter

ˈpɔːrtər

A person employed to carry luggage and supplies — a porter carried our luggage to our room.

The porter helped us with our heavy suitcases.

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player

ˈpleɪər

A person who plays a game or sport, or someone who takes part in an activity — she is a professional tennis player.

The player scored a goal in the final minute.

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rider

ˈraɪdər

A traveler who actively rides an animal (as a horse or camel) — the rider fell off the horse.

The rider fell off the horse.

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warrior

ˈwɔr.iɚ

Someone engaged in or experienced in warfare — the ancient warrior led his soldiers into battle.

The ancient warrior led his soldiers into battle.

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clerk

klɝːk

An employee who performs clerical work (e.g., keeps records or accounts) — a junior office clerk.

a filing clerk

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citizen

ˈsɪtəzən

A native or naturalized member of a state or other political community — she is a British citizen.

She is a British citizen.

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colored

ˈkʌlərd

A United States term for Blacks that is now considered offensive — the colored pencils are in the box.

The colored pencils are in the box.

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trailer

ˈtreɪlər

Someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind — the horse trailer can carry up to four horses.

The truck was towing a large trailer full of furniture.

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printer

ˈprɪntər

A device that produces text or images on paper from a computer or other electronic source — the printer is out of ink.

I need to print this document, so I'll use the printer.

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scientist

ˈsaɪəntɪst

A person with advanced knowledge of one or more sciences — the young scientist won an award for her discovery.

The scientist conducted experiments in the laboratory.

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