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People & Occupations — Lesson 21
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ambassador
æmˈbæsədər
A diplomatic representative of high rank who represents their country in another country — she was appointed as ambassador to France.
The ambassador attended the reception at the palace.
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analyst
ˈænəlɪst
Someone who is skilled at analyzing data — she works as a systems analyst at a tech company.
The financial analyst predicted a rise in stock prices.
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angel
ˈeɪndʒəl
Spiritual being attendant upon God — the angel appeared in her dream.
The angel appeared in her dream.
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angler
ˈæŋɡlər
A scheming person; someone who schemes to gain an advantage — the angler sat by the river all morning waiting for a bite.
The angler sat by the river all morning waiting for a bite.
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applicant
ˈæplɪkənt
A person who formally requests something, especially a job, university place — the company received over 200 applicants for the position.
The company received over 200 applicants for the position.
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apprentice
əˈprɛntɪs
Works for an expert to learn a trade — he works as an apprentice to a master craftsman.
She started as an apprentice at the local bakery.
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assistant
əˈsɪstənt
A person who helps or supports someone else in their work or duties — she works as an assistant in a law firm.
She works as an assistant in a law firm.
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bachelor
ˈbætʃələr
A man who has never been married — he's still a bachelor at age 40.
He's still a bachelor at age 40.
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baker
ˈbeɪkɚ
Someone who bakes commercially — my aunt works as a baker in a small shop.
My aunt works as a baker in a small shop.
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bankrupt
ˈbæŋkrʌpt
Someone who has insufficient assets to cover their debts — he was declared bankrupt by the court.
The company went bankrupt after losing the major contract.
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baron
ˈbær.ən
A nobleman (in various countries) of varying rank — he was made a baron by the queen.
The baron invited us to his grand estate.
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batter
ˈbætər
(baseball) a ballplayer who is batting — the waves battered the small boat throughout the night.
The waves battered the small boat throughout the night.
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