Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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Curry

noun/verb
/ˈkʌri/

A dish of meat, vegetables, etc., cooked in a sauce with spices; or to prepare food in such a style.

"She cooked a delicious chicken curry for dinner."

noun
/ˈkɜːr.i liːvz/

aromatic leaves from the curry tree used in South Asian cooking

"Fresh curry leaves add authentic flavor to Indian dishes."

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curse

noun, verb
/kɜːrs/

a solemn wish that harm or misfortune should befall someone; a rude or offensive word or phrase; to utter offensive words or wish harm upon someone

"He cursed loudly when he realized he had lost his wallet."

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cursive

adjective/noun
/ˈkɜːrsɪv/

Written with characters joined together in a flowing manner.

"The teacher asked students to write the essay in cursive handwriting."

adjective
/ˈkɜːrsəri/

Hasty and therefore not thorough or detailed.

"He gave the report only a cursory glance before the meeting."

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curt

adjective
/kɜːrt/

Rudely brief in speech or manner.

"His curt reply made everyone uncomfortable."

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curtail

verb
/kɜːrˈteɪl/

to reduce or limit something, especially something considered undesirable

"The company had to curtail its spending due to budget cuts."

Curtain definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈkɜː.tən/

a piece of cloth that hangs down to cover a window or divide a room

"She pulled back the curtain to let the sunlight in."

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curtsy

noun/verb
/ˈkɜːrtsi/

a respectful bow made by women by bending the knees with one foot in front of the other

"She gave a quick curtsy before leaving the stage."

noun
/kɜːv/

a smooth, continuous line that bends without angles

"The road curved sharply to the left."

adjective
/ˈkʌsɪd/

Annoyingly stubborn or difficult.

"He was too cussed to admit his mistake."

noun
/ˈkʌstərd ˈæpəl/

a tropical fruit with sweet creamy white flesh and black seeds

"The custard apple has a sweet and creamy texture."

noun
/kʌˈstoʊ.di.ən/

a person who has responsibility for or looks after something; a caretaker or guardian

"The school custodian ensures that all buildings are clean and secure."

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Custody

noun
/ˈkʌs.tə.di/

the legal right or responsibility of taking care of someone or something

"The mother was granted custody of her children after the divorce."

Custom definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈkʌstəm/

a traditional practice or usual way of behaving in a particular society or place

"Shaking hands is a common custom in many countries."

customer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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customer

noun
/ˈkʌstəmər/

a person or organization that buys goods or services from a store or business

"The shopkeeper greeted the customer with a smile."

Customer Retention definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈkʌs.tə.mər rɪˈten.ʃən/

The ability of a company or product to retain its customers over some specified period.

"High customer retention increases business sustainability."

cut definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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cut

verb
/kʌt/

To divide into parts with a sharp tool.

"He used a knife to cut the bread."

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cute

adjective
/kjuːt/

attractive in a pretty or endearing way

"That puppy is so cute!"

noun
/ˈkʌt.lət/

a small piece of meat, especially veal or lamb, for frying or grilling

"She served delicious chicken cutlets for dinner."

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cutting

adjective
/ˈkʌtɪŋ/

sharp or severe, often used to describe remarks or actions

"Her cutting remarks made everyone feel uncomfortable."

cutting-edge definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
ˈkʌtɪŋ ˌɛdʒ

The most advanced or innovative; at the forefront of development.

"This company develops cutting-edge technology."

cybernetics definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˌsaɪ.bəˈnet.ɪks

The science of communications and automatic control systems in both machines and living things.

"Cybernetics plays a crucial role in artificial intelligence."

cybersecurity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˌsaɪ.bə.sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks

"Cybersecurity ensures safe digital operations."

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cycle

noun/verb
/ˈsaɪkl/

a series of events that repeat in the same order; or to ride a bicycle

"She cycles to school every day."

noun/adjective
/ˈsaɪklɔɪd/

a curve traced by a point on the rim of a circle as it rolls along a straight line

"The cycloid is often studied in mathematics and physics."

noun
/ˈsaɪkloʊn/

a large-scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure; a violent tropical storm

"The cyclone caused severe flooding along the coast."

noun
/ˈsɪɡnət/

a young swan

"The cygnet swam closely behind its mother."

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Cynic

noun
/ˈsɪnɪk/

a person who believes that people are motivated purely by self-interest rather than acting for honorable reasons

"He was too much of a cynic to believe in true love."

adjective
/ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/

Believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.

"She was cynical about the politician's promises."

noun
/ˈsɪn.ɪˌsɪz.əm/

An inclination to believe that people are motivated purely by self-interest; skepticism.

"His cynicism made it hard for him to trust anyone."

noun
/ˈsaɪ.nəˌʃʊr/

A person or thing that is the center of attention or admiration.

"She was the cynosure of all eyes at the party."

verb
/ˈdæb.əl/

To take part in an activity in a casual or superficial way.

"He dabbled in painting during his college days."

noun
/dəˈkɔɪt/

a member of an armed gang of robbers; a bandit, especially in India and Myanmar

"The village was terrorized by a gang of dacoits who robbed travelers."

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dad

noun
/dæd/

an informal term for father

"My dad taught me how to ride a bike."

noun
/ˈdæf.ə.dɪl/

A bright yellow spring flower with a trumpet-shaped center, symbolizing rebirth and new beginnings

"The daffodils bloomed early this spring in the meadow."

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daft

adjective
/dæft/

Silly or foolish.

"It was a daft idea to go hiking without water."

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Dagger

noun
/ˈdæɡər/

a short knife with a pointed and edged blade, used as a weapon

"The assassin concealed a dagger beneath his cloak."

noun
/dəˈɡerəˌtaɪp/

An early type of photograph produced on a silver or silver-covered copper plate.

"The museum displayed a rare daguerreotype of Abraham Lincoln."

noun
/ˈdeɪ.li.ə/

a garden plant with brightly colored flowers that bloom in summer and autumn

"She planted colorful dahlias in her garden last summer."

daily definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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daily

adjective/adverb
/ˈdeɪli/

happening every day

"She reads the newspaper daily."

adjective
/ˈdeɪnti/

Delicately small, pretty, and often considered elegant.

"She wore a dainty necklace made of pearls."

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Dairy

noun
/ˈdɛəri/

a place where milk and milk products are produced or sold

"They visited the local dairy for fresh milk."

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Dais

noun
/ˈdeɪ.ɪs/ or /ˈdeɪ.əs/

A raised platform in a hall or room, usually where speakers or honored guests sit.

"The speaker stood on the dais to address the audience."

noun
/ˈdæliəns/

A casual romantic or sexual relationship; also frivolous or playful behavior.

"Their dalliance during the summer was brief but intense."

verb
/ˈdæli/

To act or move slowly; to waste time; also to engage in a casual romantic relationship.

"He dallied in the garden instead of starting his work."

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Dam

noun
/dæm/

a barrier built to hold back water and raise its level

"The dam provides electricity to nearby towns."

Damage definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/ˈdæmɪdʒ/

To cause physical harm to something.

"The storm damaged several houses in the village."

adjective
/ˈdæmɪdʒɪŋ/

causing harm or injury

"The storm caused damaging effects to the crops."

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damn

verb
/dæm/

to condemn or criticize strongly; used as an expletive to express anger or emphasis

"He damned the unfair system in his speech."