Vokabulare

Englisches Vokabelwörterbuch | Wortbedeutungen, Definitionen & Beispiele

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joggle

verb C2
/ˈdʒɒɡəl/

to shake slightly; to move or cause to move with quick, small jerks

"He joggled the table and the vase nearly fell."

noun C2
/ˈdʒɒlɪti/

lively and cheerful activity or celebration

"The wedding was full of jollity and laughter."

Joss-stick definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Joss-stick

noun C2
/ˈdʒɒs.stɪk/

a thin stick of incense that is burned for its pleasant smell, especially in religious ceremonies

"She lit a joss-stick in the temple during her prayers."

verb C2
/ˈdʒɜːrnəlaɪz/

to record daily transactions or events in a journal, especially in accounting

"The accountant will journalize all financial transactions at the end of the day."

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joust

verb C2
/dʒaʊst/

to engage in a medieval contest on horseback with lances; to compete or argue

"The knights prepared to joust in front of the cheering crowd."

noun C2
/ˈdʒʌŋk.tʃər/

a particular point in time, especially one of great importance or crisis

"At this critical jucture, the company must decide whether to expand or downsize."

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judicature

noun C2
/ˈdʒuː.dɪˌkeɪ.tʃər/

the administration of justice or the system of courts

"The judicature ensures that laws are fairly applied."

judiciousness definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
dʒʊˈdɪʃəsnɪs

Having, showing, or done with good judgment or sense.

"Her judiciousness in making decisions was appreciated."

noun C2
/ˈdʒʌɡləri/

The performance of tricks and illusions, especially by sleight of hand.

"The magician's jugglery amazed the audience."

noun C2
/ˈdʒʌɡjələr/

A large vein in the neck that carries blood from the head back to the heart.

"The doctor checked the patient's jugular vein for signs of pressure."

noun C2
/ˈdʒʌŋkɪt/

A trip or celebration, often funded by someone else, usually for pleasure or promotional purposes.

"The company organized a junket for journalists to promote their new resort."

junta definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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junta

noun C2
/ˈdʒʊntə/

A military or political group that rules a country after taking power by force.

"The junta seized power after the coup."

adjective C2
/dʒʊˈrɪdɪkəl/

Relating to judicial proceedings or the administration of law.

"The case raised important juridical questions."

noun C2
/ˌdʒʊərɪsˈpruːdəns/

The theory, philosophy, or science of law.

"She is a professor of jurisprudence at the university."

jurisprudential benchmark definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
phrase C2
ˌdʒʊə.rɪs.pruːˈden.ʃəl ˈbentʃ.mɑːk

A legal standard or precedent that serves as a reference point for future legal decisions.

"The decision set a jurisprudential benchmark."

jute definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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jute

noun C2
/dʒuːt/

a long, soft, shiny plant fiber used to make rope, bags, sacks, and coarse cloth

"Jute is widely used to make eco-friendly bags and ropes."

Jute leaf definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/dʒuːt liːf/

the edible leaves of the jute plant, commonly eaten as a leafy green vegetable

"Jute leaf is rich in vitamins and minerals and is often cooked with lentils in Bengali cuisine."

kabadi definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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kabadi

noun C2
/kəˈbɑːdi/

a person who collects and sells scrap or recyclable materials, especially in South Asia

"The kabadi came every week to collect old newspapers and bottles."

Kadamba definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/kəˈdʌm.bə/

A tropical tree with round, fragrant orange flowers, sacred in Hindu culture and associated with Lord Krishna

"The kadamba tree is mentioned frequently in ancient Indian poetry."

Karonda definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/kəˈrɒn.də/

a small dark purple berry-like fruit that is sour and used in pickles

"Karonda is often used to make pickles and preserves."

Kedgeree definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈkedʒ.ə.riː/

a European dish of cooked rice, fish, and hard-boiled eggs, originally from India

"The breakfast menu featured traditional kedgeree with smoked haddock and eggs."

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ken

noun C2
/kɛn/

one's range of knowledge or understanding

"Quantum physics is beyond my ken."

noun C2
/ˈkɜːrtʃɪf/

a piece of cloth worn around the head or neck

"She wore a red kerchief on her head."

ketogenesis definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˌkiː.təʊˈdʒen.ɪ.sɪs/

The metabolic process by which the liver produces ketones from fatty acids, providing an alternative energy source during low carbohydrate availability.

"Ketogenesis occurs during fasting or low-carb diets."

noun C2
/ˈkɪldʒɔɪ/

a person who spoils the fun or enjoyment of others

"Don’t be a killjoy at the party."

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kiln

noun C2
/kɪln/

a furnace or oven for burning, baking, or drying, especially one for firing pottery or bricks

"The potter placed the clay pots into the kiln for firing."

noun C2
/ˈkɪləˌliːtər/

a unit of capacity equal to 1,000 liters

"The tank can hold up to three kiloliters of water."

noun C2
/ˈkɪŋɡlɪŋ/

A minor or petty king; a ruler of small importance.

"The kingling demanded respect from his people despite his small realm."

noun C2
/ˈkɪŋʃɪp/

The position, dignity, or authority of a king.

"The king’s advisors often reminded him of the responsibilities of kingship."

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Kinky

adjective C2
/ˈkɪŋ.ki/

having or involving unconventional sexual practices; having tight curls or bends

"His kinky hair made him look unique."

noun C2
/ˈkɪzmɛt/

Destiny or fate.

"Meeting her on that day felt like pure kismet."

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kith

noun C2
/kɪθ/

Friends, acquaintances, and relations.

"He invited all his kith and kin to the wedding."

noun C2
/ˌklɛptəˈmeɪniæk/

A person with an irresistible urge to steal, typically without need or profit.

"The kleptomaniac was caught shoplifting again."

Knave definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Knave

noun C2
/neɪv/

an unprincipled, deceitful, or dishonest man; an old term for a servant or male of low status

"The cunning knave tricked the villagers out of their money."

noun C2
/ˈneɪvəri/

dishonest or deceitful behavior; trickery

"The politician’s knavery was exposed by the media."

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knell

noun C2
/nɛl/

The sound of a bell, especially when rung solemnly for a death or funeral; a signal of the end or failure of something.

"The knell of the church bell echoed through the valley at dusk."

noun C2
/ˈnɪk.næk/

A small decorative object, especially in a house.

"The shelf was full of little knickknacks collected from their travels."

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Knightly

adjective C2
/ˈnaɪt.li/

having the characteristics of a knight; chivalrous; noble and brave

"He showed knightly courage in defending the innocent."

Knol khol definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/noʊl koʊl/

round bulbous vegetable from cabbage family with pale green color and mild taste

"Knol khol can be eaten raw in salads or cooked in curries."

Knoll definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Knoll

noun C2
/noʊl/

A small, rounded hill or mound.

"They had a picnic on the grassy knoll."

adjective C2
/ˈnɒti/

Complicated, difficult to solve or full of knots.

"He faced a knotty legal issue."

verb C2
/ˌkaʊˈtaʊ/

To act in an excessively subservient or obedient manner.

"He refused to kowtow to the unreasonable demands."

labile definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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labile

adjective C2
/ˈleɪ.baɪl/ or /ˈlæb.aɪl/

easily altered or unstable; prone to change

"Her mood was so labile that it changed several times in an hour."

labyrinthine definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
ˌlæb.əˈrɪn.θaɪn

Like a labyrinth; complicated and confusing; having many interconnected paths or passages.

"The old city streets were labyrinthine."

verb C2
/ˈlæs.ə.reɪt/

to tear or cut deeply in the skin or flesh

"The broken glass lacerated his hand."

noun C2
/ˌlæs.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

a deep cut or tear in skin or flesh

"He needed stitches for a laceration on his leg."

adjective C2
/ˈlæk.rɪ.moʊs/

tearful or given to weeping; sad and mournful

"The movie's lachrymose ending left the audience in tears."

adjective C2
/ˌlækəˈdeɪzɪkəl/

lacking enthusiasm, energy, or determination; careless or lazy

"His lackadaisical attitude toward work annoyed his boss."

noun C2
/ˈlæki/

a person who is overly willing to serve or obey someone else

"He treated his assistant like a mere lackey."