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Mind & Knowledge — Lesson 35

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commemorated
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commemorated

kəˈmeməreɪtɪd
Mark by some ceremony or observation — the nation commemorated the anniversary of the war.
The nation commemorated the anniversary of the war.
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commemorating
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commemorating

kəˈmeməreɪtɪŋ
Mark by some ceremony or observation — the city is commemorating the anniversary of its founding.
The city is commemorating the anniversary of its founding.
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communications
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communications

kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃənz
The various methods and technologies used to send and receive information — satellite communications allow us to transmit data worldwide.
Good communications are essential for any successful business.
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compared
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compared

kəmˈpeɹd
Examine and note the similarities or differences of — I compared the prices at two stores.
I compared the prices at two stores.
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complexes
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complexes

ˈkɑmplek.səz
A conceptual whole made up of complicated and related parts — he has deep-rooted complexes about his childhood.
The housing complexes on the outskirts offer affordable living options.
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component
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component

kəmˈpoʊnənt
An abstract part of something — each component of the machine must be properly maintained.
Each component of the machine must be properly maintained.
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components
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components

kəmˈpoʊnənts
An abstract part of something — the main components of a computer are the CPU, memory, and storage.
The main components of a computer are the CPU, memory, and storage.
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composite
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composite

kəmˈpɑːzɪt
A conceptual whole made up of complicated and related parts — composite panels are widely used in modern construction.
The bridge is made of a composite material that is both light and strong.
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compound
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compound

ˈkɑːmpaʊnd
A whole formed by a union of two or more elements or parts — we live in a secure compound with guards at the gate.
The factory is located inside a large industrial compound.
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compounds
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compounds

ˈkɑːmpaʊndz
A whole formed by a union of two or more elements or parts — organic compounds contain carbon.
Water is a compound made of hydrogen and oxygen.
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comprehend
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comprehend

ˌkɑːmprɪˈhend
Get the meaning of something — I couldn't comprehend what she was trying to say.
I couldn't comprehend what she was trying to say.
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comprehended
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comprehended

kɑːmprɪˈhɛndɪd
Get the meaning of something — she comprehended the complex instructions immediately.
The students comprehended the lesson after the teacher's explanation.
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