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People & Occupations — Lesson 42
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autocrat
ˈɔtəkræt
A cruel and oppressive dictator — the autocrat refused to listen to any criticism from his advisors.
The autocrat refused to listen to any criticism from his advisors.
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automaton
əˈtɑːmətən
Someone who acts or responds in a mechanical or apathetic way — the antique shop displayed a intricate automaton that could pour tea.
The antique shop displayed a intricate automaton that could pour tea.
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auxiliary
ɑːɡˈzɪliəri
Someone who acts as assistant — she worked as an auxiliary nurse to gain experience.
The auxiliary engine started when the main one failed.
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avatar
ˈævətɑːr
A new personification of a familiar idea — she chose a cartoon avatar for her social media profile.
She chose a cartoon avatar for her social media profile.
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avenger
ə.ˈvɛ.ndʒɚ
Someone who takes vengeance — captain America is my favorite Avenger.
Captain America is my favorite Avenger.
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avengers
əˈvɛndʒɚz
Someone who takes vengeance — many fans love the avengers movies.
The avengers gathered to confront the villain.
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aviator
ˈeɪvieɪtər
Someone who operates an aircraft — the aviator safely landed the plane during the storm.
The aviator safely landed the plane during the storm.
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aviators
ˈeɪvieɪtərz
Someone who operates an aircraft — the aviators prepared the plane for departure.
The aviators prepared the plane for departure.
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ayah
ˈɑjə
(in India) a native nursemaid who looks after children — he memorized a new ayah today.
The Quran contains many ayahs.
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babe
beɪb
A very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk — hey babe, want to grab some coffee?
She's dating some babe she met at college.
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babes
ˈbeɪbz
A very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk — look at those cute babes playing in the park.
Look at those cute babes playing in the park.
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babies
ˈbeɪbiz
A very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk — the babies are crying for milk.
The babies are sleeping in the nursery.
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