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B2 noun ˈoʊzoʊn dɪˈpliʃən

ozone depletion

オゾン層の減少
Meaning
The reduction in the amount of ozone in the Earth's stratosphere, leading to increased UV radiation.
Example
Ozone depletion increases UV radiation.
オゾン層の減少はUV放射線を増加させます。
C1 noun /ˈoʊvərˌsiːər/

overseer

監督者
Meaning
a person who supervises work or workers; a manager
Example
The overseer made sure the workers followed safety rules.
監督者は、労働者が安全規則を守っていることを確認しました。
C1 noun /ˈɔːrdɪnəns/

ordinance

条例
Meaning
An authoritative rule, law, or decree issued by a city, town, or authority.
Example
The city council passed an ordinance banning smoking in public parks.
市議会は公共公園での喫煙を禁じる条例を可決しました。
C1 adjective əˈblɪv.i.əs

oblivious

無自覚
Meaning
Being completely unaware of surrounding events.
Example
He was oblivious to the noise around him while reading.
彼は読書中に周りの騒音に全く無自覚だった。
C1 noun /ˌɒbstəˈtrɪʃən/

obstetrician

産科医
Meaning
A doctor specializing in pregnancy, childbirth, and women's reproductive health.
Example
The obstetrician monitored the mother’s health throughout the pregnancy.
産科医は妊娠中の母親の健康を監視しました。
B2 noun /ˈɒpəreɪtər/

operator

オペレーター
Meaning
a person who operates equipment, a business, or controls something
Example
The machine operator ensured that everything ran smoothly.
機械オペレーターは、すべてがスムーズに動作することを確認しました。
A1 pronoun /aʊərz/

ours

私たちの
Meaning
belonging to or associated with us
Example
This victory is ours.
この勝利は私たちのものです。
B1 noun əbˈdʒek.tɪv

objective

目標
Meaning
A thing aimed at or sought; a goal.
Example
The main objective is to test sustainability.
メインオブジェクティブは持続可能性をテストすることです。
C1 adverb /ˈaʊtwədli/

Outwardly

外見上; 表面的に;
Meaning
on the surface; externally; in appearance
Example
Outwardly, he seemed calm, but inside he was nervous.
外見上は落ち着いて見えましたが、内心では緊張していました。
C2 noun /ˈɒn.rʌʃ/

onrush

突発的な流れ
Meaning
A sudden powerful forward or downward rush or flow.
Example
The onrush of water swept away the bridge.
水の突発的な流れが橋を流しました。
B2 noun /ˈɔːɡən/

organ

臓器
Meaning
a part of the body that performs a specific function
Example
The heart is an important organ in the human body.
心臓は人間の体の重要な臓器です。
A1 adjective /əʊˈkeɪ/

okay

大丈夫
Meaning
used to express agreement or acceptance
Example
It's okay to leave early today.
今日は早く帰るのは大丈夫です。
B2 noun ˈɒksɪdʒən prəˈdʌkʃən

oxygen production

酸素生産
Meaning
The process of generating oxygen through photosynthesis or other means.
Example
Plants are vital for oxygen production and the maintenance of life.
植物は酸素の生産と生命の維持に不可欠です。
C2 noun /əbˈsɪdiən/

obsidian

オブシディアン (黒いガラスのような火山岩)
Meaning
A hard, dark, glasslike volcanic rock formed by rapid solidification of lava.
Example
The knife was made from sharp obsidian.
ナイフは鋭いオブシディアンで作られていた。
B2 adjective /ˈɒp.tɪ.məl/

optimal

最適、最良
Meaning
Best or most favorable; the most effective under particular conditions.
Example
The optimal temperature for plant growth is around 25°C.
植物の成長に最適な温度は約25°Cです。
B2 adjective /ˈɒnɡəʊɪŋ/

ongoing

進行中
Meaning
continuing; still in progress
Example
The ongoing project will finish next month.
進行中のプロジェクトは来月終了します。
C1 noun /ˌɑːk.sɪˈmɔːr.ɒn/

oxymoron

オキシモロン
Meaning
a figure of speech where two contradictory terms are combined
Example
The phrase 'deafening silence' is a classic oxymoron.
「耳をつんざくような静けさ」というフレーズは、典型的なオキシモロンです。
A2 adverb /ˈɒbviəsli/

obviously

明らかに
Meaning
in a way that is easily perceived or understood; clearly
Example
Obviously, he didn’t read the instructions.
もちろん、彼は指示を読まなかった。
C2 noun /ˈɔɪl.mən/

Oilman

石油業者
Meaning
a person who works in the oil industry; someone who sells oil or petroleum products
Example
The oilman discovered a new oil field in the desert.
オイルマンは砂漠で新しい油田を発見した。
A2 modal verb /ɔːt/

ought

べき
Meaning
Used to indicate duty, correctness, or moral obligation.
Example
You ought to respect your elders.
あなたは年長者を尊敬すべきです。
B1 noun /ˌɒp.əˈtjuː.nə.ti/

opportunity

チャンス
Meaning
A favorable chance or set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.
Example
She seized the opportunity to study abroad.
彼女は海外で勉強するチャンスをつかんだ。
B2 noun /wʌn θɜːd/

one-third

三分の一
Meaning
one part of something that is divided into three equal parts
Example
One-third of the class was absent today.
クラスの三分の一が今日は欠席でした。
B2 adverb /əˈfɪʃəli/

officially

公式に
Meaning
in a formal or authorized way
Example
The building was officially opened by the mayor.
その建物は市長によって公式に開かれました。
C1 noun /ˈoʊ.vər spɪl/

Over-spill

オーバーフロー
Meaning
the overflow of liquid from a container; excess that cannot be contained
Example
The overspill from the river flooded nearby farms.
川の溢れが近くの農場を水浸しにした。
B1 adjective /əˈfɪʃəl/

official

公式
Meaning
relating to or connected with an authority or public office
Example
He is the official spokesperson for the company.
彼は会社の公式なスポークスマンです。
C2 noun /ˌɒpəˈrɛtə/

operetta

軽いオペラ
Meaning
a short opera with light and humorous themes
Example
The theater staged a famous operetta by Gilbert and Sullivan.
劇場はギルバートとサリヴァンの有名な軽いオペラを上演しました。
C2 noun /ˌɒn.əˌmæt.əˈpiː.ə/

onomatopoeia

オノマトペ
Meaning
The formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named.
Example
The word 'buzz' is an example of onomatopoeia.
'バズ'という言葉はオノマトペの一例です。
C1 noun /oʊˈbɪt.ʃu.er.i/

Obituary

訃報
Meaning
a notice of someone's death published in a newspaper; biographical account of deceased person
Example
The newspaper published his obituary yesterday.
新聞は昨日彼の訃報を掲載しました。
C1 noun ˌoʊ.vɚˈɡreɪ.zɪŋ

overgrazing

過剰放牧
Meaning
The practice of allowing livestock to graze to the point of damaging vegetation.
Example
Overgrazing leads to soil erosion and loss of biodiversity.
過剰放牧は土壌の浸食と生物多様性の喪失を引き起こします。
A2 noun /əˈlɪmpɪks/

olympics

オリンピック競技大会
Meaning
an international sports competition held every four years with athletes from many countries
Example
The Olympics bring athletes from all over the world together.
オリンピックは世界中のアスリートを一堂に集めます。
B2 adjective /ˌfæʃ.ənd/

Outdated

時代遅れ
Meaning
obsolete; no longer current
Example
This computer software is completely outdated.
このソフトウェアは完全に時代遅れです。
A1 preposition /ɒn/

on

上
Meaning
physically in contact with and supported by a surface
Example
The book is on the table.
本はテーブルの上にあります。
B1 noun /ˈɔːfɪsər/

officer

警官
Meaning
a person in a position of authority, especially in law enforcement
Example
The officer gave him a ticket for speeding.
警官はスピード違反で彼にチケットを渡した。
B2 noun /ˌɒpəˈzɪʃən/

opposition

反対
Meaning
the action of opposing or resisting something
Example
The opposition to the new law was strong.
新しい法律に対する反対は強かった。
B2 verb /ɒpt/

opt

選ぶ
Meaning
to choose or decide to do something instead of something else
Example
Many students opt to study abroad for better opportunities.
多くの学生がより良い機会のために海外で学ぶことを選択します。
C2 noun /oʊliˈændər/

Oleander

オレアンダー
Meaning
a poisonous evergreen shrub with clusters of white, pink, or red flowers
Example
The beautiful oleander flowers bloomed in the garden despite their toxic nature.
美しいオレアンダーの花が庭で咲いていましたが、その毒性に関わらず。
C1 verb /əˈfɪʃieɪt/

officiate

執り行う
Meaning
To perform official duties, especially in a ceremony or as a referee.
Example
The priest will officiate the wedding ceremony.
司祭が結婚式を司る。
C1 noun /ˈaʊtpoʊst/

outpost

前哨基地
Meaning
A small military camp or position at some distance from the main force, used especially as a guard.
Example
The soldiers were stationed at a remote outpost.
兵士たちは遠隔地の前哨基地に配置されました。
B2 noun /ɔːrˈɡæn.ɪk ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ/

organic farming

有機農業
Meaning
Farming method that avoids synthetic chemicals and fertilizers, using natural methods instead.
Example
Organic farming improves soil health and reduces pollution.
オーガニックファーミングは土壌の健康を改善し、汚染を減らします。
C2 adjective /ˌoʊpəˈlɛsənt/

opalescent

オパール色の
Meaning
showing or reflecting a milky, iridescent light like an opal
Example
The opalescent sky glowed with shades of pink and blue.
オパレッセントな空はピンクと青の色合いで輝いていた。
C1 adjective /ˌɒmnɪˈprezənt/

omnipresent

至る所に存在する
Meaning
(of God) present everywhere at the same time.
Example
Social media has become an omnipresent force in modern society.
ソーシャルメディアは現代社会において至る所に存在する力となりました。
B2 verb /əˈpoʊz/

oppose

反対する
Meaning
to disagree with or resist; to act against
Example
Many citizens oppose the new tax policy.
多くの市民が新しい税制政策に反対しています。
A1 adjective /ˈɔːr.ɪndʒ/

Orange

オレンジ色
Meaning
having a color between red and yellow like that of a ripe orange fruit
Example
The orange sunset painted the sky magnificently.
オレンジ色の夕日は空を素晴らしく彩った。
C2 noun /ɑːlˈfækʃən/

olfaction

嗅覚
Meaning
The sense of smell; the process of detecting and perceiving odors.
Example
Dogs have a highly developed sense of olfaction.
犬は非常に発達した嗅覚を持っています。
B2 noun /ˌɒb.zəˈveɪ.ʃənz/

observations

観察
Meaning
The action or process of observing something carefully.
Example
Observations of distant galaxies provide new insights.
遠くの銀河の観察は新たな洞察を提供します。
A2 verb /ˈɔːfər/

offer

申し出る
Meaning
to present something for acceptance or rejection; to propose
Example
She offered to help with the project.
彼女はプロジェクトを手伝うと申し出た。
C1 adjective /ˌaʊt əv ðə ˈweɪ/

out-of-the-way

人里離れた場所
Meaning
remote or unusual; not in a convenient or usual location
Example
They stayed in an out-of-the-way village.
彼らは人里離れた村に滞在しました。
C1 adjective /ˌɒstɛnˈteɪʃəs/

ostentatious

見せびらかしの
Meaning
Characterized by a showy or pretentious display intended to impress others.
Example
He wore an ostentatious gold chain to the party.
彼はパーティーで見せびらかしの金のチェーンをしていました。
C2 verb /əˈkluːd/

occlude

閉塞する
Meaning
To block or close up an opening or passage.
Example
The pipe was occluded by mineral deposits.
パイプは鉱物の堆積物で閉塞されていました。
C1 noun /əbˈdʒɛktər/

objector

反対者
Meaning
a person who expresses opposition or disapproval to something
Example
The objector raised his concerns during the town meeting.
反対者は市議会の会議中に自分の懸念を表明しました。
C1 adjective /ˌɔː.riˈen.təl/

Oriental

東アジアの国々に関連する; 東方
Meaning
relating to the countries of East Asia; eastern
Example
The museum has a beautiful collection of oriental art.
博物館には美しいオリエンタルアートのコレクションがあります。
C1 adjective /oʊˈvɜːrt/

overt

公然
Meaning
Done or shown openly; not hidden or secret.
Example
There was an overt display of hostility between the rivals.
ライバルの間に公然とした敵意の表れがあった。
C1 noun /ˈɒktɪv/

octave

Meaning
A series of eight musical notes, or the interval between one musical pitch and another with double its frequency.
Example
The singer's voice could easily reach the higher octave.
B2 noun /ˈaʊt.breɪk/

Out-break

発生
Meaning
a sudden occurrence or eruption of something, especially disease or violence
Example
The outbreak of flu affected many students in the school.
インフルエンザの流行は学校の多くの生徒に影響を与えた。
C1 adjective /əbˈsɛsɪv/

obsessive

執着的
Meaning
Relating to or characterized by an obsession; thinking about something too much.
Example
He has an obsessive interest in cleanliness.
彼は清潔さに執着的な興味を持っています。
B2 noun ˈɔː.bɪt

orbit

軌道
Meaning
The curved path of a celestial object around a star, planet, or moon.
Example
The satellite maintains its orbit around Earth.
衛星は地球の周りを軌道上に保っています。
B2 noun /ˈaʊt.saɪ.dər/

Out-sider

アウトサイダー
Meaning
a person who does not belong to a particular group; someone not accepted by a group
Example
As an outsider, he found it difficult to understand their traditions.
アウトサイダーとして、彼は彼らの伝統を理解するのが難しいと感じました。
C1 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈrɔt/

overwrought

興奮した / 過度に緊張した
Meaning
extremely agitated or nervous; excessively elaborate
Example
She was too overwrought to speak clearly after the accident.
事故後、彼女は興奮しすぎて、はっきりと話すことができなかった。
C2 noun /ˈoʊdiəm/

odium

嫌悪
Meaning
general or widespread hatred or disgust directed toward someone as a result of their actions
Example
The scandal brought public odium on the corrupt minister.
スキャンダルは腐敗した大臣に対する公衆の嫌悪を引き起こした。
B1 noun /əˈpɪn.jən/

Opinion

意見
Meaning
a view or judgment formed about something; a belief or assessment based on grounds short of proof
Example
In my opinion, this is the best solution.
私の意見では、これは最良の解決策です。
A2 adjective /əˈlɪmpɪk/

olympic

オリンピック
Meaning
related to the Olympic Games, a major international sporting event
Example
She trained hard to compete in the Olympic Games.
彼女はオリンピックに出場するために一生懸命トレーニングをしました。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈkʌm/

overcome

克服する
Meaning
To succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty.
Example
You can overcome procrastination with planning.
計画を立てて先延ばしを克服できます。
C2 noun /ˈɒfərtɔːri/

offertory

奉納
Meaning
The part of a religious service when offerings are collected; the offering itself.
Example
The offertory was taken during the Sunday service.
日曜日の礼拝中に奉納が取られました。
B2 noun /ɔːˈræŋ.ʊˌtæŋ/

Orang-Outang

オランウータン
Meaning
a large arboreal ape with long reddish hair, long arms, and hooked hands and feet, native to Borneo and Sumatra
Example
The orangutan swings gracefully through the forest canopy.
オランウータンは森の樹冠を優雅に渡ります。
B1 noun /ˈɑː.lɪv/

Olive

オリーブ
Meaning
a small oval fruit with a hard pit, typically green or black, used for eating or making oil
Example
Olive oil is considered one of the healthiest cooking oils available.
オリーブオイルは、最も健康的な料理用オイルの一つと見なされています。
C2 noun /əˈblɪkwɪti/

obliquity

歪み
Meaning
Deviation from moral or usual conduct; indirectness or lack of straightforwardness.
Example
The politician was criticized for the obliquity of his answers.
その政治家は、彼の答えの歪みについて批判された。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈloʊd/

overload

過負荷
Meaning
to load with too much weight or cargo; to give too much work or information
Example
Don't overload the washing machine or it might break down.
洗濯機をオーバーロードしないでください、壊れるかもしれません。
C2 adjective /ˈoʊ.vɔɪd/

ovoid

卵型
Meaning
egg-shaped; resembling an oval or ellipse
Example
The artist painted an ovoid shape in the center of the canvas.
アーティストはキャンバスの中央に卵型の形を描きました。
C2 noun /ɔːrˈθɑːɡrəfi/

orthography

正書法
Meaning
The conventional spelling system of a language.
Example
English orthography can be confusing for learners.
英語の正書法は学習者にとって混乱を招くことがあります。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌsɛt/

outset

開始
Meaning
the beginning or start of something
Example
From the outset, the project seemed ambitious but achievable.
最初から、プロジェクトは野心的だが達成可能に見えました。
B1 adjective /əˈrɪdʒ.ɪ.nəl/

Original

元の; 基本的な; 本物の
Meaning
first; fundamental; primary; authentic
Example
This is the original document, not a copy.
これはオリジナルの文書で、コピーではありません。
C2 noun (plural) /ˈɔːrdʒiːz/

orgies

オルギー
Meaning
Wild gatherings involving excessive indulgence in food, drink, or sexual activity.
Example
The ancient Romans were infamous for their lavish feasts and orgies.
古代ローマ人は豪華な宴会とオルギーで悪名高かった。
C1 noun /ˈoʊvərˌtoʊn/

overtone

微妙な意味
Meaning
A subtle quality, implication, or additional meaning beyond the obvious.
Example
His speech had political overtones that were hard to ignore.
彼のスピーチには無視できない政治的なニュアンスが含まれていました。
C1 adverb /ˈɒp.tɪ.məl.i/

optimally

最適に
Meaning
In the most effective or efficient way possible.
Example
Tasks should be allocated optimally for maximum output.
タスクは最大の成果を上げるために最適に割り当てるべきです。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtbɜːrst/

outburst

感情または活動の突然の爆発
Meaning
a sudden release of strong emotion or activity
Example
She had an angry outburst during the meeting.
会議中に彼女は怒りの爆発をした。
B2 noun /əbˈsɛʃən/

obsession

執着
Meaning
An idea, thought, or concern that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person's mind.
Example
His obsession with success drove him to work day and night.
成功への執着が彼を昼夜働かせた。
C2 noun /oʊf/

Oaf

不器用で愚かな、無神経な人
Meaning
a clumsy, stupid, or insensitive person
Example
Don't be such an oaf - handle the dishes carefully!
そんなオーフにならないで – お皿は気をつけて洗って！
C1 adjective /ˈɔːrdɪnəl/

ordinal

順序数
Meaning
Relating to the order or position of something in a sequence (first, second, third, etc.).
Example
The ordinal number 'third' indicates position in a sequence.
'第三'の順序数は、順番での位置を示します。
A2 adjective /ˈɑp.ə.zɪt/

Opposite

反対の; 完全に異なる; 向かい合っている; 逆の;
Meaning
Contrary; completely different; facing each other; reverse;
Example
They have opposite views on politics but remain good friends.
彼らは政治に関して対立した見解を持っていますが、良い友達のままです。
B1 noun /ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/

operation

手術
Meaning
an act or process of functioning or operating
Example
The hospital performed a successful operation.
病院は成功した手術を行いました。
C1 noun /ɒpˈtɒmɪtrɪst/

optometrist

オプトメトリスト
Meaning
A healthcare professional who examines eyes and prescribes corrective lenses.
Example
The optometrist prescribed new glasses for her.
オプトメトリストは彼女に新しい眼鏡を処方しました。
C1 noun ˌɒp.tɪ.maɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

optimization

最適化
Meaning
Improving processes to increase performance and efficiency.
Example
SEO optimization helps websites rank higher on search engines.
SEO最適化はウェブサイトが検索エンジンでより高いランクを獲得するのを助けます。
C1 verb əˈblɪt.ə.reɪt

obliterate

完全に破壊する
Meaning
To destroy utterly; wipe out completely, to erase or remove something completely.
Example
The storm obliterated entire villages.
嵐は村全体を完全に破壊しました。
A2 noun /ɔɪl/

Oil

油
Meaning
a viscous liquid derived from petroleum or plants, used for cooking or fuel
Example
Heat the oil in a pan before adding the vegetables.
野菜を加える前にフライパンで油を温めます。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌskɜːrt/

outskirt

郊外
Meaning
the outer edge or border of a town or city
Example
They built a new factory on the outskirts of the city.
彼らは街の郊外に新しい工場を建てました。
C2 adjective /ɑːlˈfæktəri/

olfactory

Meaning
Relating to the sense of smell.
Example
The perfume activated her olfactory nerves immediately.
C2 adjective /ˌɔːfˈkiː/

off-key

外れた音
Meaning
out of tune; not in accordance with expected standards
Example
The singer was slightly off-key during the performance.
歌手はパフォーマンス中に少し外れた音だった。
B2 noun /ˈoʊ.vər ɡroʊθ/

Over growth

過剰成長
Meaning
excessive growth beyond normal size; too much development or expansion
Example
The overgrowth of weeds made the garden look untidy.
雑草の過剰な繁茂が庭を乱雑に見せた。
C2 verb /ˌaʊtməˈnuːvər/

outmaneuver

巧妙に出し抜く
Meaning
to gain an advantage over an opponent by skillful or clever action
Example
The smaller company managed to outmaneuver its larger rival.
小さな会社は大きな競争相手を巧妙に出し抜くことに成功した。
B2 noun /ˈɔːrnəmənt/

ornament

装飾品
Meaning
A decorative object that adds beauty to something.
Example
The Christmas tree was decorated with colorful ornaments.
クリスマスツリーはカラフルな装飾品で飾られていました。
C2 verb /ˈɑːbvieɪt/

obviate

排除する
Meaning
To remove a need or difficulty; to prevent or avoid something.
Example
This new system obviates the need for manual data entry.
この新しいシステムは手動データ入力の必要性を排除します。
B2 noun /ˈɔːɡənɪzəm/

organism

生物
Meaning
a living thing that has an organized structure and can grow and reproduce
Example
Every organism needs water to survive.
すべての生物は生き残るために水を必要とします。
C1 adjective /əˈblɪɡ.ə.tɔː.ri/

obligatory

義務的
Meaning
Required by a legal, moral, or other rule; compulsory.
Example
Wearing a seatbelt is obligatory in most countries.
ほとんどの国でシートベルトを着用することは義務です。
B1 adverb /əˈrɪdʒɪnəli/

originally

元々
Meaning
in the beginning, at first
Example
Originally, she wanted to be a doctor.
元々、彼女は医者になりたかった。
C2 noun /ˈoʊpiət/

opiate

Meaning
a drug containing opium or its derivatives, used to relieve pain or cause sleep
Example
The doctor prescribed an opiate to relieve the patient's pain.
C2 adjective /əˈfɪʃəs/

officious

干渉的な
Meaning
Excessively eager to offer unwanted help or advice; meddlesome.
Example
The officious guard kept interrupting the visitors with unnecessary instructions.
その干渉的な警備員は訪問者に不必要な指示で何度も中断させた。
A2 adjective/adverb /ˈɒnˌlaɪn/

online

オンライン
Meaning
connected to or available through the internet
Example
I prefer shopping online rather than going to stores.
私はお店に行くよりもオンラインで買い物をする方が好きです。
C1 adjective /ˌɑːpərˈtuːn/

opportune

適切な瞬間
Meaning
Happening at a suitable or convenient time.
Example
She arrived at an opportune moment to help.
彼女は助けるために適切な瞬間に到着しました。
C1 adjective /ˈəʊnərəs/

onerous

重い
Meaning
involving a great deal of effort, difficulty, or burden
Example
Fulfilling the contract proved to be an onerous task for the company.
契約を履行することは会社にとって負担の大きい仕事だと証明された。
C1 noun /ˈɔr.ə.kəl/

Oracle

オラクル
Meaning
a person regarded as a source of wise counsel; in ancient times, a priest or priestess acting as a medium
Example
The ancient Greeks consulted the oracle at Delphi.
古代ギリシャ人はデルポイのオラクルに相談しました。
C1 adjective/adverb /ˌɒfˈhænd/

offhand

軽率
Meaning
Without previous thought or preparation; casual and sometimes dismissive.
Example
She gave an offhand reply to his serious question.
彼女は彼の真剣な質問に対して、軽率な返答をした。
B2 noun /əˈfens/

Offence

違反; 犯罪
Meaning
a breach of law or rule; an annoyance or resentment
Example
Stealing is a serious offence punishable by law.
窃盗は法律で罰せられる重大な違反です。
A1 preposition /ʌv/

of

の
Meaning
expressing the relationship between a part and a whole
Example
The book is on the table, in front of the window.
本はテーブルの上にあり、窓の前にあります。
C2 noun /oʊˈbleɪʃən/

oblation

奉納
Meaning
a religious offering, especially of bread or wine to God
Example
The priest placed the oblation on the altar during the ceremony.
司祭は儀式の間に祭壇に奉納を置きました。
A2 noun /ˈʌv.ən/

Oven

オーブン
Meaning
an enclosed compartment used for heating, baking, or drying food
Example
She baked cookies in the oven for thirty minutes.
彼女はオーブンで三十分間クッキーを焼きました。
C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈriːtʃ/

overreach

過剰な努力
Meaning
to go beyond what is proper, acceptable, or achievable; to overextend
Example
The politician overreached by making promises he couldn't keep.
その政治家は約束を守れなかったことで過剰な努力をしました。
C1 verb /ˈɒs.ɪ.leɪt/

oscillate

二つの点または状態の間で前後に動くまたは揺れる
Meaning
To swing or move back and forth between two points or states
Example
The stock market tends to oscillate during uncertain times.
株式市場は不確実な時期に振動しがちです。
C1 noun /ˌoʊvərprəˈdʌkʃən/

overproduction

過剰生産
Meaning
The act of producing more of something than is needed or can be consumed.
Example
The economic crisis was caused by the overproduction of goods.
経済危機は商品の過剰生産によって引き起こされた。
C2 noun /ˌɔːrəˈtɔːri.oʊ/

oratorio

宗教音楽作品
Meaning
A large-scale musical composition for orchestra, choir, and soloists, usually on a sacred theme, performed without costumes or scenery.
Example
Handel's 'Messiah' is one of the most famous oratorios ever written.
ヘンデルの『メサイア』は最も有名なオラトリオの1つです。
C2 noun /əbˈstɛtrɪks/

obstetrics

産科
Meaning
The branch of medicine dealing with childbirth and care of women giving birth.
Example
She is studying obstetrics to become a specialist in childbirth.
彼女は産科を学んで、出産専門医になろうとしている。
C2 noun /ˈɒb.stɪ.nə.si/

obstinacy

頑固
Meaning
Stubborn refusal to change one's opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so.
Example
His obstinacy made negotiations difficult.
彼の頑固さは交渉を難しくしました。
B2 noun /ɒpˈtɪʃən/

optician

眼鏡技師
Meaning
A person who makes or sells glasses and contact lenses.
Example
The optician adjusted my new glasses to fit better.
オプティシャンは私の新しい眼鏡をより良くフィットするように調整しました。
C2 adjective /ˈoʊdiəs/

odious

忌まわしい
Meaning
extremely unpleasant or repulsive
Example
The dictator was remembered for his odious crimes.
その独裁者は彼の忌まわしい犯罪で記憶されました。
C1 noun /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnɪst/

opportunist

機会主義者
Meaning
A person who takes advantage of situations for personal gain, often disregarding principles.
Example
He is seen as an opportunist who always puts his interests first.
彼は常に自分の利益を第一に考える機会主義者として見られています。
C2 noun /oʊˈbeɪsəns/

obeisance

敬意
Meaning
A gesture of respect such as a bow or curtsy.
Example
They bowed in obeisance to the king.
彼らは王に対して敬意を示すためにお辞儀をした。
C1 adjective /ˌɒbsəˈliːt/

obsolete

時代遅れ
Meaning
No longer in use or out of date.
Example
Floppy disks are now completely obsolete.
フロッピーディスクは現在完全に時代遅れです。
B2 noun /ˈoʊ.dər/

Odour

臭い
Meaning
a distinctive smell, especially an unpleasant one
Example
The odour of fresh bread filled the kitchen.
新鮮なパンの臭いがキッチンに広がった。
B2 noun, verb /ˈaʊtlɔː/

outlaw

Meaning
as a noun: a person who breaks the law and lives outside its protection; as a verb: to make something illegal
Example
The government decided to outlaw the harmful practice.
B2 noun /ɑːks/

Ox

雄牛
Meaning
a large strong animal used for pulling heavy loads or plowing fields
Example
The farmer used an ox to plow the field.
農夫は畑を耕すために雄牛を使いました。
B1 adjective /ˈɔːɡənaɪzd/

organized

組織的な
Meaning
Arranged in a systematic way, especially on a large scale.
Example
An organized approach to work increases productivity and reduces stress.
仕事に対する組織的なアプローチは、生産性を高め、ストレスを減らします。
B2 verb /əˈfend/

offend

侮辱する
Meaning
to cause displeasure or resentment; to hurt someone's feelings
Example
His rude comments offended many people at the meeting.
彼の無礼なコメントは会議で多くの人々を怒らせました。