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People & Occupations — Lesson 8

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criminal
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criminal

ˈkrɪmɪnəl
Someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime — the police arrested the criminal.
The police arrested the criminal.
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critic
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critic

ˈkrɪtɪk
A person who gives opinions and reviews about books, films, art, music, or — the food critic recommended the restaurant.
The film critic gave the movie a negative review.
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dad
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dad

dæd
An informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk — dad is working from home today.
My dad makes the best breakfast.
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daughter
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daughter

ˈdɑː.t̬ɚ
Your female child — liz and Phil have a daughter and three sons.
Liz and Phil have a daughter and three sons .
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dear
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dear

dɪr
A beloved person; used as terms of endearment — she is very dear to my heart.
My dear friend, I miss you very much.
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dentist
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dentist

ˈdentɪst
A person who is qualified to examine, diagnose, and treat diseases and — my dentist told me to floss more often.
I have an appointment with the dentist tomorrow.
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desperate
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desperate

ˈdespərət
A person who is frightened and in need of help — he made a desperate attempt to save the drowning child.
She was desperate to find a job after months of searching.
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divine
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divine

dɪˈvaɪn
Terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God — she has a divine voice.
The ancient people worshipped many divine beings.
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doctor
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doctor

ˈdɑːk.tɚ
A person with a medical degree whose job is to treat people who are ill or hurt — good morning, Doctor Smith/Doctor.
The doctor prescribed some medication .
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domestic
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domestic

dəˈmestɪk
A servant who is paid to perform menial tasks around the household — she prefers domestic travel over international trips.
They have domestic responsibilities like cooking and cleaning.
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donor
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donor

ˈdoʊnər
Person who makes a gift of property — he is a well-known donor to educational institutions.
The hospital thanked all the blood donors for their contributions.
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dragon
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dragon

ˈdræɡən
A large, mythical creature, usually depicted as a giant flying reptile that can — she read a book about a baby dragon.
The dragon guarded a treasure in a cave.
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