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英単語辞書 | 単語の意味、定義、例文

noun C1
/kəˈres/

a gentle or loving touch

"The mother's gentle caress calmed the crying baby."

caricature definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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caricature

noun C1
/ˈkærɪkətjʊə/

A picture or description that exaggerates certain features for comic or satirical effect.

"The magazine published a caricature of the politician."

Carnage definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkɑːrnɪdʒ/

The killing of a large number of people; great destruction and bloodshed.

"The battlefield was a scene of unimaginable carnage."

Carnivorous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/kɑːrˈnɪvərəs/

Feeding on the flesh of other animals; meat-eating.

"Lions are carnivorous animals that hunt in groups."

carp definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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carp

verb C1
/kɑːrp/

to complain or find fault continually, often about trivial matters

"She tends to carp about the smallest inconveniences."

cartilage definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkɑːrtɪlɪdʒ/

A firm, flexible connective tissue found in various parts of the body such as joints, ear, and nose.

"The doctor explained that the injury damaged the cartilage in his knee."

cartographer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/kɑːrˈtɒɡrəfər/

A person who makes maps.

"The cartographer carefully drew the map of the new territory."

cartography definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/kɑːrˈtɒɡrəfi/

The science or practice of drawing maps.

"She studied cartography at university to learn how to design maps."

cartridge definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkɑːrtrɪdʒ/

A container holding a substance or device, such as ink for printers or bullets for firearms.

"The printer stopped working because the ink cartridge was empty."

Cascade definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb C1
/kæˈskeɪd/

A small waterfall or a process that occurs in stages, one after another.

"Water cascaded down the rocky slope."

Casing definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkeɪ.sɪŋ/

a cover or shell that protects or encloses something

"The mechanic removed the engine casing to examine the internal parts."

Caste definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Caste

noun C1
/kæst/

A social class system often based on hereditary or occupation.

"The caste system influenced many aspects of traditional society."

cataclysmic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌkætəˈklɪzmɪk/

Relating to or denoting a violent natural event or upheaval.

"The war had cataclysmic effects on the nation's economy."

catalyst definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkætəlɪst/

Something that speeds up or causes an event or change without being changed itself.

"The speech was the catalyst for widespread protests."

catalyze definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈkætəˌlaɪz/

To cause or accelerate a reaction or change.

"The new law catalyzed reforms across the sector."

catapult definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb C1
/ˈkætəpʌlt/

A device for launching objects at high speed; to hurl or launch something suddenly.

"The invention catapulted him to international fame."

cataract definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkætərækt/

A medical condition causing clouding of the eye's lens; also a large waterfall.

"The old man suffered from cataracts in both eyes."

categorical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌkætəˈɡɒrɪkəl/

Absolute and without exception; expressed clearly and directly.

"She gave a categorical denial of the allegations."

categorically refuted definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
phrase C1
ˌkæt.əˈɡɒr.ɪ.kəl.i rɪˈfjuː.tɪd

Completely and absolutely denied or disproved.

"The claims were categorically refuted by officials."

catharsis definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/kəˈθɑːrsɪs/

The process of releasing strong emotions, providing relief.

"Writing in her diary was a form of catharsis for her."

cathartic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/kəˈθɑːrtɪk/

Providing psychological relief through open expression of emotions; also refers to a medicine that causes cleansing of the bowels.

"Crying can be a cathartic experience."

caucus definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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caucus

noun C1
/ˈkɔːkəs/

A meeting of members of a political party to select candidates or decide policy.

"The party held a caucus to nominate their candidate for president."

Cauldron definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Cauldron

noun C1
/ˈkɔːldrən/

A large metal pot used for cooking over an open fire; also a situation of intense activity or strong emotions.

"The witch stirred the cauldron filled with strange ingredients."

causal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈkɔː.zəl/

relating to or acting as a cause

"There is a causal link between smoking and cancer."

caustic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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caustic

adjective C1
/ˈkɔː.stɪk/

able to burn or corrode by chemical action; severely sarcastic

"Her caustic remarks hurt his feelings."

cautionary definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈkɔːʃənˌɛri/

serving as a warning; intended to prevent problems or mistakes by giving advice or examples

"The report offers a cautionary message about unchecked spending."

cavalier definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌkævəˈlɪər/

showing a lack of proper concern; dismissive or offhand

"He had a cavalier attitude toward safety regulations."

Cavalry definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkæv.əl.ri/

soldiers who fight on horseback; the part of an army formerly composed of troops on horseback

"The cavalry charged across the field with great speed."

caveat definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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caveat

noun C1
/ˈkæviˌæt/

a warning or condition to be considered before taking action

"The proposal was accepted with one caveat."

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cavern

noun C1
/ˈkævərn/

a large cave or chamber in a cave

"The explorers entered a dark cavern beneath the mountain."

Ceaseless definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈsiːs.ləs/

continuing without pause or interruption; endless

"The ceaseless rain lasted for three days."

cede definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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cede

verb C1
/siːd/

to give up power, territory, or rights to another

"The country ceded territory after losing the war."

celestial definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/səˈlɛstiəl/

relating to the sky, stars, or heavens

"The telescope revealed many celestial bodies in the night sky."

celibate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective, noun C1
/ˈsɛlɪbət/

abstaining from marriage and sexual relations; a person who does so

"He chose to remain celibate for religious reasons."

cemented grave definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
sɪˈmɛntɪd ɡreɪv

A grave that is constructed with cement for permanence.

"The cemented grave of the martyrs was seen near the river."

censure definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb/noun C1
/ˈsɛnʃər/

to express severe disapproval, often formally; strong criticism or disapproval

"The senator was censured for his unethical behavior."

centenary definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, adjective C1
/ˈsɛntənəri/ or /sɛnˈtɛnəri/

The hundredth anniversary of a significant event; relating to a period of 100 years.

"The school celebrated its centenary with a grand event."

centiliter definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈsɛntɪˌliːtər/

A metric unit of capacity equal to one hundredth of a liter.

"The recipe calls for 20 centiliters of milk."

centralization definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌsɛn.trə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

The concentration of control and decision-making power in a central authority.

"Excessive centralization can slow down decision-making."

centrifuge definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈsɛntrɪˌfjuːdʒ/

A machine that spins substances at high speed to separate different components.

"The lab technician used a centrifuge to separate the blood cells from the plasma."

cerebral definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/səˈriː.brəl/

relating to the brain or intellect; intellectual rather than emotional

"He is known for his cerebral approach to problem-solving."

Ceremonial definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Ceremonial

adjective C1
/ˌser.ɪˈməʊ.ni.əl/

relating to or used in a ceremony or formal occasion

"The president wore a ceremonial robe during the inauguration."

cessation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/sɛˈseɪʃən/

The fact or process of ending or being brought to an end.

"There was a temporary cessation of hostilities."

cetera definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈsɛtərə/

Latin for 'the rest' or 'others'; commonly used in the phrase 'et cetera' meaning 'and so on'.

"We need to buy pens, paper, notebooks, et cetera."

champ definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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champ

noun C1
/tʃæmp/

an informal word for champion or winner.

"He is the new champ of the boxing tournament."

chancellor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈtʃænsələr/

A senior state or legal official, or the head of a university.

"The chancellor delivered an inspiring speech at the graduation ceremony."

chaperon definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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chaperon

noun C1
/ˈʃæpəroʊn/

An older person who accompanies and supervises young people in social situations.

"The teacher acted as a chaperon during the school dance."

chaplain definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈtʃæplɪn/

A member of the clergy attached to a private chapel, institution, hospital, or military unit.

"The army chaplain offered prayers before the battle."

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char

verb C1
/tʃɑːr/

To burn or scorch something so that it becomes blackened.

"The cook accidentally charred the steak."

charade definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ʃəˈreɪd/

an absurd pretense or act intended to deceive; also a word-guessing game

"The trial was nothing more than a political charade."