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Objects & Tools — Lesson 84
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clarinets
ˌklɛrəˈnɛts
A single-reed instrument with a straight tube — the clarinets are made of wood.
The orchestra has several clarinets.
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clasp
klæsp
A fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together — this bracelet has a silver clasp.
She fastened the clasp on her necklace.
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clasps
klæsps
A fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together — the clasps held the two pieces of the locket together.
The gold clasps on her necklace caught the light beautifully.
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classrooms
ˈklæsrʊmz
A room in a school where lessons take place — our classrooms have interactive whiteboards.
The students moved to their next classrooms after the bell rang.
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claymore
ˈkleɪmɔːr
A large double-edged broadsword; formerly used by Scottish Highlanders — he held the claymore with both hands, ready for battle.
The museum displayed an authentic 16th century claymore from the Scottish Highlands.
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cleaners
ˈklinərz
Shop where dry cleaning is done — I need to take my suit to the cleaners.
I need to take my suit to the cleaners.
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cleanser
ˈklɛnzər
A preparation used in cleaning something — I use a gentle cleanser every morning.
I use a gentle cleanser every morning.
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cleat
kliːt
A metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe); prevents slipping — footballers wear cleats to get better traction on the pitch.
Footballers wear cleats to get better traction on the pitch.
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cleaver
ˈkliːvər
A butcher's knife having a large square blade — she hung her cleaver on the magnetic knife strip.
The chef grabbed a cleaver to break down the chicken.
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clench
klentʃ
A small slip noose made with seizing — she clenched her fists in anger.
She clenched her fists in anger.
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clipboard
ˈklɪp.bɔːrd
A small writing board with a clip at the top for holding papers — I wrote my notes on a clipboard.
I wrote my notes on a clipboard.
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clipboards
ˈklɪpbɔːrdz
A small writing board with a clip at the top for holding papers — the teacher handed out clipboards for the students.
Please sign your name on the clipboard.
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