Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/ˈtiː ʃɜːt/

a casual short-sleeved cotton shirt with no collar

"He wore a white t-shirt and jeans to the party."

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table

noun
/ˈteɪbəl/

A piece of furniture with a flat top and legs, used for working at or placing items on.

"They placed the documents on the table."

noun
/ˈtæbloʊ/

a striking or artistic scene or arrangement of people or objects, often presented on stage or in art

"The actors froze in a tableau that captured the final moment of the play."

noun
/ˈteɪbəlˌspun/

a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters

"She stirred the soup with a tablespoon."

noun
/ˈtæblət/

a small flat computer or a small solid dose of medicine

"She took a tablet to relieve her headache."

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taboo

noun
/təˈbuː/

a social or cultural prohibition against certain practices or discussions

"Talking about money is considered a taboo in some cultures."

noun
/ˈteɪbər/

a small side drum or tambourine used especially in folk music

"The folk musician played a lively tune on his tabour."

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tacit

adjective
/ˈtæsɪt/

understood or implied without being stated

"There was a tacit agreement to avoid the subject."

adjective
/ˈtæsɪtɜrn/

reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little

"He was a taciturn man who rarely spoke in meetings."

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tack

noun/verb
/tæk/

a small sharp nail; or to change direction in sailing or approach something differently

"She used a tack to pin the paper on the wall."

verb, noun
/ˈtæk.əl/

to try to deal with or solve a difficult problem; to physically stop someone in sports by knocking them down

"The coach taught the players how to tackle properly."

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tact

noun
/tækt/

the ability to say or do the right thing without offending others

"She handled the situation with great tact."

adjective
/ˈtækt.fəl/

showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with others

"He is always tactful when giving feedback."

noun
/ˈtæktɪk/

a carefully planned action or strategy to achieve a specific goal

"The coach used a defensive tactic to win the game."

adjective
/ˈtæktɪkəl/

relating to or involving tactics or strategy

"The team had a tactical plan for the final match."

noun
/tækˈtɪʃ.ən/

a person who is skilled at planning and achieving goals, especially in military or business

"Napoleon was a brilliant tactician."

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tactics

noun (plural)
/ˈtæk.tɪks/

specific methods or actions used to achieve a goal, especially in military or competition

"The team changed their tactics to win the game."

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adjective
/ˈtæk.taɪl/

related to or involving the sense of touch

"The fabric had a pleasant tactile quality."

adjective
/ˈtækt.ləs/

showing a lack of sensitivity in dealing with others

"His tactless remark embarrassed everyone at the meeting."

noun
/ˈtæd.poʊl/

the larval stage of a frog or toad, living in water with gills and a tail

"The children watched the tadpoles swimming in the pond."

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tag

noun, verb
/tæɡ/

a label attached to something for identification or information; or to attach such a label

"She tagged her luggage before boarding the plane."

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Tail

noun
/teɪl/

the part of an animal that extends from the back and is often used for balance or communication

"The dog wagged its tail when it saw its owner."

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Tailor

noun
/ˈteɪ.lər/

a person whose job is making and altering clothes

"The tailor measured him for a new suit."

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adjective
/ˈteɪlərd/

made or adapted for a particular purpose, person, or situation

"The company offers tailored solutions for small businesses."

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Taint

verb
/teɪnt/

to damage or spoil something by adding an undesirable quality

"The scandal tainted his reputation."

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Tainted

adjective
/ˈteɪn.tɪd/

spoiled, corrupted, or made impure

"The tainted food caused several people to fall ill."

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noun
ˌtɑːdʒ məˈhɑːl

A famous mausoleum in India, considered one of the most beautiful structures ever built and a symbol of love.

"The Taj Mahal is considered one of the most beautiful structures ever built."

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take

verb
/teɪk/

to acquire possession, control, or occupancy of something

"She will take the bus to work tomorrow."

verb
/teɪk ɒf/

to remove something; to leave the ground and begin flying (airplane); to suddenly become successful or popular

"The airplane will take off in ten minutes."

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phrase
teɪk ˈpɜː.sən.əl.i

To interpret someone's words or actions as a personal attack or criticism.

"Don't take it personally, he didn't mean to upset you."

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takeoff

noun
/ˈteɪkˌɔːf/

The moment an aircraft leaves the ground and begins to fly; also a sudden rise or start in activity or success.

"The plane's takeoff was delayed due to bad weather."

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tale

noun
/teɪl/

a narrative of imaginary events, especially one that is presented as true

"The old man told a tale of his adventures."

noun
/ˈtælənt/

natural aptitude or skill

"She has a great talent for painting."

adjective
/ˈtæləntɪd/

having a natural ability or skill in something

"She is a talented singer with a beautiful voice."

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noun
/ˈtælɪzmən/

An object believed to have magical powers or bring good luck.

"He always carried a small talisman in his pocket for luck."

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talk

verb
/tɔːk/

to speak in order to give information or express ideas or feelings

"They like to talk about their travels."

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Talkative

adjective
/ˈtɔː.kə.tɪv/

fond of talking; speaking freely and at length

"My talkative neighbor loves to chat about everything."

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tall

adjective
/tɔːl/

having a greater than average height

"He is the tallest player on the team."

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Tally

noun
/ˈtæl.i/

a count or record of a number or amount; a score or total

"Keep a tally of how many books you read this month."

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talon

noun
/ˈtælən/

A claw, especially one belonging to a bird of prey.

"The eagle gripped the fish with its sharp talons."

noun
/ˈtæm.ə.rɪnd/

tropical fruit with a brown pod containing a sour pulp used in cooking

"The chef used tamarind paste to add tangy flavor to the curry."

noun
/ˌtæmbəˈriːn/

A musical instrument with a circular frame, metal jingles, and a drumhead, played by shaking or striking.

"She played the tambourine during the festival parade."

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Tame

verb
/teɪm/

to domesticate or control an animal, person, or situation

"The trainer managed to tame the wild horse."

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tamp

verb
/tæmp/

to press down tightly by packing

"He tamped the soil around the plant to secure it."

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tamper

verb
/ˈtæmpər/

To interfere with something in a harmful, unauthorized, or improper way.

"The evidence was tampered with before the trial."

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noun/verb
/ˈtæm.pər.ɪŋ/

Unauthorized alteration or interference with something without permission

"Evidence tampering can lead to serious legal consequences."

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tan

verb
/tæn/

to make skin or a hide brown by exposure to the sun or by using chemicals

"She tanned her skin after spending the summer at the beach."

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Tandem

noun
/ˈtæn.dəm/

a bicycle built for two riders, one behind the other

"The couple enjoyed riding their tandem bicycle through the park."

noun
/ˈtændʒənsi/

the condition of touching but not intersecting, especially in geometry

"The circle and the line are in a state of tangency at one point."

noun
/ˈtændʒənt/

a straight line or plane that touches a curve or curved surface at a point but does not cross it

"The teacher drew a tangent to the circle on the board."