▸ Specimen Drawer
Objects & Tools — Lesson 36
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uniform
ˈjuːnɪfɔːrm
A distinctive set of clothing worn by members of a specific group such as — the police officer was in uniform.
All students must wear the school uniform.
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upright
ˈʌp.raɪt
A vertical structural member as a post or stake — she sat upright in her chair.
She sat upright in her chair.
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abacus
ˈæbəkəs
A counting device consisting of a frame with rods or wires along which beads or — the ancient Romans used an abacus for calculations.
The ancient Romans used an abacus for calculations.
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abbey
ˈæbi
A church associated with a monastery or convent — the monks lived in the abbey for many years.
The monks lived in the abbey for many years.
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accelerator
əkˈseləreɪtər
A pedal that controls the throttle valve — press the accelerator to speed up.
Press the accelerator to speed up.
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accessories
əˈk.se.sə.ɹiːz
Clothing that is worn or carried, but not part of your main clothing — my phone came with several accessories.
She bought some new accessories for her handbag.
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accordion
əˈkɔːrdiən
A musical instrument with a system of bellows, keys, and buttons that you hold — the accordion makes a cheerful sound.
My grandfather plays the accordion at family gatherings.
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addition
əˈdɪʃən
A component that is added to something to improve it — we built a new room as an addition to the house.
The addition of sugar improved the taste of the tea.
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additions
əˈdɪʃənz
A component that is added to something to improve it — software updates often include useful additions.
The new additions to our team have been very helpful.
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additive
ˈæd.ɪ.tɪv
Something added to enhance food or gasoline or paint or medicine — the fuel additive improves engine performance.
This food contains several artificial additives.
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additives
ˈædətɪvz
Something added to enhance food or gasoline or paint or medicine — some additives are used to enhance the color or flavor of products.
Many processed foods contain artificial additives that some people prefer to avoid.
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adornment
əˈdɔːrnmənt
A decoration of color or interest that is added to relieve plainness — her only adornment was a small gold necklace.
The bride wore simple adornments of fresh flowers.
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