▸ Specimen Drawer

Food & Drink — Lesson 7

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ale

eɪl

A type of beer made from malted barley that is fermented with top-fermenting — would you like a pint of ale?

Would you like a pint of ale?

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anchovy

ˈæn.tʃoʊ.vi

A small, narrow fish with a strong, salty flavor, often preserved in oil or — I added some anchovies to the Caesar salad for extra flavor.

I added some anchovies to the Caesar salad for extra flavor.

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appetizer

ˈæpətaɪzɚ

A small dish of food served before the main course of a meal, typically to — this appetizer is made with fresh mushrooms and herbs.

We ordered some appetizers while we waited for our main course.

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appetizers

ˈæpɪtaɪzɚz

Small dishes of food served before the main course of a meal to stimulate the appetite — the appetizers include soup, salad, and bruschetta.

We ordered several appetizers to share at the restaurant.

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apple

ˈæp.əl

A round fruit with firm , white flesh and a green , red , or yellow skin — to peel an apple.

to peel an apple

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apples

ˈæpəlz

Fruit with red or yellow or green skin and sweet to tart crisp whitish flesh — these apples are very sweet.

I eat an apple every day.

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applies

əˈplaɪz

Puts something into effect or use — this rule applies to all students.

She applies the rules fairly to everyone.

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apply

əˈplaɪ

Make a formal request for something such as a job, university place, or loan — apply the cream evenly to your face.

She decided to apply for the manager position.

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applying

əˈplaɪɪŋ

Putting something into practice or making a formal request — she is applying for the job at the new company.

She is applying for the job at the new company.

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