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People & Occupations — Lesson 14
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mayor
meɪər
The head of a city government — who is the mayor of your city?
The mayor gave a speech at the city hall.
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mechanic
məˈkænɪk
A craftsman skilled in operating machine tools — the mechanic fixed the engine quickly.
My car broke down, so I took it to the mechanic.
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member
ˈmem.bɚ
A person , animal , or thing that is part of a group — the lion is a member of the cat family.
As a member of the older generation , I deserve to be listened to!
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merchant
ˈmɜːrtʃənt
A businessperson engaged in retail trade — the merchant traded silk from China.
The merchant traded silk from China.
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minor
ˈmaɪnər
A young person of either sex — there were some minor changes to the plan.
It's only a minor problem, nothing to worry about.
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miss
mɪs
A young woman — I miss my family when I'm away.
I missed the bus this morning.
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mom
mɑːm
Informal terms for a mother — she loves being a mom.
I miss my mom and dad a lot.
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monk
mʌŋk
A man who is a member of a religious group and lives apart from society in a — the monk lived in a quiet monastery in the mountains.
The monk lived in a quiet monastery in the mountains.
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mother
ˈmʌð.ɚ
A female parent — may I borrow your car, Mother?
My mother was 21 when she got married .
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native
ˈneɪtɪv
An indigenous person who was born in a particular place — he speaks native French.
She is a native of New York City.
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natural
ˈnætʃərəl
Someone regarded as certain to succeed — cotton is a natural fibre.
Cotton is a natural fibre.
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nephew
ˈnɛfjuː
A son of your brother or sister — I bought a toy for my little nephew.
My nephew is visiting us this weekend.
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