Vocabulary Cards C1
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C1 noun
Yarn
Meaning
spun thread used for knitting, weaving, or sewing; a long or rambling story
Example
She bought colorful yarn for knitting a sweater.
C1 verb
yearn
Meaning
to have a deep longing or desire for something
Example
She yearned for her homeland after living abroad for years.
C1 noun
Yeast
Meaning
microorganisms used in baking and brewing to cause fermentation
Example
Add yeast to the flour to make the bread rise.
C1 noun
Yellow oleander
Meaning
a tropical flowering shrub with bright yellow flowers; also known as lucky nut
Example
The yellow oleander blooms throughout the year in warm climates.
C1 noun
yen
Meaning
A deep, strong desire or craving.
Example
She felt a strong yen to travel the world.
C1 noun
yield optimization
Meaning
The process of maximizing the productivity or efficiency of crop production through various agricultural techniques and practices.
Example
Yield optimization techniques can significantly improve crop production.
C1 noun
Yoke
Meaning
a wooden crosspiece that is fastened over the necks of two animals and attached to a plow or cart; a burden or oppressive situation
Example
The oxen were joined by a wooden yoke.