Vokabulare

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noun (plural) C1
/ˈhɪntərlændz/

Plural of hinterland; remote or less developed regions.

"Explorers traveled deep into the hinterlands of the country."

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hoard

verb C1
/hɔːrd/

to accumulate and hide away a large supply of something, often secretly

"During the crisis, many people began to hoard food and water."

adjective C1
/hɔːrs/

having a rough, harsh, or weak voice, often due to illness or shouting

"After shouting all day at the rally, his voice was hoarse."

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Hoax

noun C1
/hoʊks/

a trick or false story meant to deceive people

"The news about aliens landing turned out to be a hoax."

noun C1
/ˈhɒl.ə.kɔːst/

A large-scale destruction, especially by fire; historically, the genocide of Jews during World War II.

"Millions of people perished during the Holocaust."

Homage definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈhɒm.ɪdʒ/ or /ˈɑː.mɑːʒ/

Special honor, respect, or tribute shown publicly.

"The statue was built as an homage to the national hero."

noun C1
/ˌhoʊmiˈɑːpəθi/

a system of alternative medicine based on treating diseases with highly diluted substances

"He believes in homeopathy for treating common colds."

Homicide definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈhɑːmɪsaɪd/

the killing of one human being by another

"The police are investigating a case of homicide."

homogeneous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌhoʊ.məˈdʒiː.ni.əs/

Consisting of parts or elements that are all the same kind; uniform in composition.

"The population of the village is fairly homogeneous in culture and tradition."

adjective C1
/həˈmɑː.dʒə.nəs/

Similar or uniform in nature; often used interchangeably with 'homogeneous'.

"The class was made up of a homogenous group of students."

noun C1
/ˈhɑː.mə.nɪm/

A word that is spelled and pronounced like another word but has a different meaning.

"The word 'bat' is a homonym because it can mean an animal or a sports tool."

noun C1
/ˈhɒməˌfoʊn/

A word that is pronounced the same as another word but differs in meaning, and often spelling.

"The words 'pair' and 'pear' are homophones."

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hone

verb C1
/hoʊn/

To sharpen a blade or to improve a skill through practice.

"She honed her presentation skills before the big meeting."

Hoof definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Hoof

noun C1
/huːf/

the hard part covering the foot of horses, cattle, sheep, and other animals

"The horse's hoof was injured after stepping on a sharp rock."

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horde

noun C1
/hɔːrd/

A large group or crowd, especially one that is disorderly or difficult to control.

"A horde of fans gathered outside the stadium."

Hornet definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈhɔːr.nət/

a large wasp that can sting and is often aggressive

"The hornet built its nest under the roof."

noun C1
/ˈhɒrəˌskoʊp/

A forecast of a person's future based on the positions of the stars and planets at their birth.

"She read her horoscope every morning to see what the stars predicted."

horrify definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈhɔːrɪfaɪ/

to fill with horror; to shock or disgust greatly

"The violent scene horrified the audience."

adjective C1
/ˌhɔːrtɪˈkʌltʃərəl/

Relating to the art or practice of garden cultivation and management.

"She studied horticultural science at the university."

noun C1
/ˈhɔːrtɪˌkʌltʃər/

The art or practice of garden cultivation and management.

"Horticulture plays a vital role in producing fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants."

Hostage definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Hostage

noun C1
/ˈhɑːstɪdʒ/

A person seized or held as security for the fulfillment of a condition.

"The rebels took several people as hostages."

hostility definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/hɒˈstɪləti/

hostile behavior; unfriendliness or opposition

"The negotiations ended in an atmosphere of hostility."

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hotly

adverb C1
/ˈhɒtli/

in an intense, angry, or passionate way

"She hotly denied the accusations."

Hound definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Hound

verb C1
/haʊnd/

to pursue or harass someone persistently

"Reporters hounded the actor for comments."

noun C1
/ˈhʌbʌb/

a loud noise caused by a crowd of people talking or shouting

"There was a hubbub in the market as the sale began."

noun C1
/ˈhjuːbrɪs/

excessive pride or self-confidence

"His hubris led to his downfall."

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hue

noun C1
/hjuː/

A color or shade.

"The artist chose a soft blue hue for the background."

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hull

noun C1
/hʌl/

The outer covering of a seed or fruit; also the main body of a ship.

"The sailors inspected the ship’s hull for any damage."

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humane

adjective C1
/hjuːˈmeɪn/

Showing compassion or benevolence.

"The doctor provided humane treatment to the injured animals."

humanitarian catastrophe definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
phrase C1
ˌhjuː.məˈnɪt.ər.i.kəˈtæs.trə.fi

A widespread disaster affecting human life, health, and well-being on a large scale.

"The war created a humanitarian catastrophe."

verb C1
/ˈhjuːmənaɪz/

To make something more humane, kind, or relatable.

"The teacher tried to humanize the lesson with personal stories."

humiliate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/hjuːˈmɪl.i.eɪt/

To make someone feel ashamed or foolish by injuring their dignity.

"The teacher did not want to humiliate the student in front of the class."

noun C1
/hjuːˈmɪl.ɪ.ti/

The quality of having a modest or low view of one's importance.

"She accepted the award with grace and humility."

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Hungrily

adverb C1
/ˈhʌŋ.ɡrə.li/

in a way that shows hunger; greedily; eagerly

"The dog ate hungrily after not eating for hours."

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hurl

verb C1
/hɜːrl/

To throw something with great force.

"The boy hurled a stone into the river."

husbandry definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈhʌzbəndri/

the care, cultivation, and breeding of crops and animals; management and conservation of resources

"Modern husbandry practices focus on sustainability and animal welfare."

verb C1
/ˈhʌsəl/

to move quickly and energetically; to push or work hard to achieve something

"She had to hustle to finish the project on time."

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hybrid

noun C1
/ˈhaɪbrɪd/

a mixture of two different things, often combining the best qualities of both

"The car is a hybrid that runs on both electricity and fuel."

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hydraulic

adjective C1
/haɪˈdrɔːlɪk/

operated by the pressure of liquid, especially water or oil

"The mechanic repaired the hydraulic system of the machine."

adjective C1
/ˌhaɪdroʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/

Relating to or denoting the generation of electricity using flowing water.

"The country invested heavily in hydroelectric power plants."

hydrogen-powered buses definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˈhaɪ.drə.dʒən ˈpaʊ.əd bʌsɪz

Buses powered by hydrogen fuel cells that produce only water vapor as emission.

"Hydrogen-powered buses reduce air pollution."

hydrological cycle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌhaɪ.drəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl ˈsaɪ.kəl

The cycle of processes by which water circulates between the earth's oceans, atmosphere, and land.

"The hydrological cycle ensures continuous water movement in nature."

hydroponic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌhaɪ.drəˈpɒn.ɪk/

Relating to the process of growing plants in sand, gravel, or liquid, with added nutrients but without soil.

"Hydroponic farming allows crops to grow without soil."

hydroponics definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌhaɪ.droʊˈpɒn.ɪks/

A method of growing plants without soil using nutrient-rich water.

"Hydroponics allows crops to grow without soil."

hydropower generation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈhaɪ.drəʊˌpaʊər ˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

The production of electrical power through the use of the gravitational force of falling or flowing water.

"Hydropower generation promotes green energy."

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hymn

noun C1
/hɪm/

A religious song or poem of praise to God or a deity.

"The congregation sang a hymn during the morning service."

hyperbole definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/haɪˈpɜːrbəli/

Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

"Saying 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse' is a classic example of hyperbole."

hypertension definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌhaɪ.pɚˈten.ʃən

Abnormally high blood pressure.

"High sodium intake leads to hypertension."

noun C1
/hɪpˈnoʊsɪs/

A trance-like state of consciousness usually induced by suggestion.

"She underwent hypnosis to overcome her fear of flying."

adjective C1
/hɪpˈnɒtɪk/

Producing sleep or a trance-like state; mesmerizing.

"The music had a hypnotic effect on the audience."