Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

chemical waste definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˈkɛmɪkəl weɪst

Waste material from industrial or laboratory processes that contains harmful chemicals.

"Chemical waste pollutes water bodies."

noun
/ʃəˈmiːz/

a woman's loose-fitting undergarment or dress hanging straight from the shoulders

"The vintage chemise was made of delicate lace and silk."

noun
/ˈkemɪst/

a scientist who studies chemistry; a person trained to prepare and dispense medicines

"The chemist analyzed the sample to determine its composition."

noun
/ˈkɛmɪstri/

the branch of science that studies substances and their interactions; also the emotional connection between people

"They have great chemistry and work well together."

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chequered

adjective
/ˈtʃɛkərd/

Having a pattern of squares, or marked by varied and contrasting experiences or periods.

"He had a chequered career with both great successes and failures."

verb
/ˈtʃɛrɪʃ/

To hold something dear, to love and protect, or to keep a hope or memory alive.

"She cherishes the memories of her childhood home."

noun
/ˈtʃer.i/

a small round red or black fruit with a hard seed inside

"She picked fresh cherries from the tree in her garden."

noun
/ˈtʃer.i ˌblɒs.əm/

the pink or white flowers of a cherry tree that bloom in spring

"The cherry blossoms bloom beautifully in April."

adjective
/tʃəˈruːbɪk/

Innocent, sweet, and angelic, like a cherub.

"The baby had a cherubic smile that melted everyone’s heart."

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Chest

noun
/tʃɛst/

the front part of the human body between the neck and the stomach

"He felt a pain in his chest after running."

noun
/ˈʃɛvrən/

A V-shaped pattern, often used in military insignia or design.

"The sergeant’s uniform displayed three chevrons on the sleeve."

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chew

verb
/tʃuː/

to bite food into smaller pieces with your teeth before swallowing it

"You should chew your food properly to help with digestion."

noun
/kiˌɑːrəˈskjʊəroʊ/

The use of strong contrasts between light and dark in art or literature to create a dramatic effect.

"The artist's painting used chiaroscuro to highlight the figure's face."

chicanery definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ʃɪˈkeɪnəri/

The use of trickery or deception to achieve a purpose.

"The politician was accused of chicanery to win the election."

noun
/ˈtʃɪk piː/

round beige legume; protein-rich pulse used in various dishes

"Soak the chick peas overnight before cooking them for better digestion."

noun
/ˈtʃɪkɪn/

a domestic bird kept for its eggs or meat

"We had fried chicken for dinner."

chide definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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chide

verb
/tʃaɪd/

To scold or rebuke someone mildly.

"The teacher chided the students for being late."

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chief

noun
/tʃiːf/

a leader or person in charge of a group or organization

"The chief of the village made an important decision."

adverb
/ˈtʃiːfli/

mainly; primarily

"The festival is celebrated chiefly by young people."

noun
/ʃɪˈfɒn/

A lightweight, sheer fabric often used in dresses or scarves.

"She wore a beautiful chiffon dress at the party."

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child

noun
/tʃaɪld/

a young human being below the age of puberty or below the legal age of majority

"The child played happily in the park."

noun
/ˈtʃaɪldhʊd/

the period of being a child

"She spent her childhood in a small village."

adjective
/ˈtʃaɪl.dɪʃ/

immature and silly; behaving in a way that is typical of a child but inappropriate for an adult

"His childish behavior during the meeting was quite embarrassing."

adjective
/ˈtʃaɪld.laɪk/

innocent and trusting like a child; having the good qualities of a child; pure and simple

"She maintained a childlike wonder about the world around her."

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Chill

verb
/tʃɪl/

to make something cold or to relax and take it easy

"We decided to chill at home after a long day."

noun
/ˈtʃɪl.i ˈpaʊ.dər/

a spice made from ground dried chili peppers, used to add heat and flavor to food

"Add two teaspoons of chilli powder to make the dish spicier."

adjective
/ˈtʃɪli/

uncomfortably or unpleasantly cold

"It was a chilly morning in December."

noun
/ˈtʃɪl.i/

noticeably cold; a hot-tasting pod of a variety of capsicum, used as a spice

"The chef added red chilli to make the curry spicier."

noun
/kaɪˈmɪərə/

A mythical creature with parts from different animals; also used to mean a fanciful illusion or unattainable dream.

"The idea of a perfect society is often a chimera."

chimerical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/kaɪˈmɛrɪkəl/

Imaginary, fanciful, or wildly unrealistic; existing only in the imagination.

"His chimerical plans for building a city on the moon fascinated the young engineers."

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Chin

noun
/tʃɪn/

the part of the face below the mouth

"He rested his chin on his hand while thinking."

noun
/ˈtʃaɪ.nə bɑːks/

a small evergreen shrub with tiny white fragrant flowers

"The China box plant produced clusters of small white flowers."

noun
/ˈtʃaɪ.nə roʊz/

a tropical flowering plant with large, showy flowers in various colors

"The bright red China-rose flowers decorated the entrance of the house."

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China-ware

noun
/ˈtʃaɪ.nə.weər/

dishes, plates, cups, and other tableware made of porcelain or fine ceramic

"The expensive china-ware was displayed in the cabinet."

adjective, noun
/tʃaɪˈniːz/

relating to China, its people, or its language

"We went to a Chinese restaurant last night."

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chip

noun, verb
/tʃɪp/

A small piece broken off from something; or to cut or break a small piece from something.

"He accidentally chipped the edge of the table."

noun
/ˈkaɪrəˌmænsi/

The practice of predicting the future by interpreting the lines on the palms of hands; palmistry.

"The old woman practiced chiromancy and told fortunes for travelers."

noun
/kɪˈrɒpədɪst/

A healthcare professional who diagnoses and treats foot problems.

"The chiropodist treated her painful corns and calluses."

noun, verb
/ˈtʃɪzəl/

A tool with a sharp edge used for cutting or shaping hard materials; or to cut or carve with such a tool.

"The sculptor chiseled the marble into a beautiful statue."

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Chit

noun
/tʃɪt/

a short note, typically a brief informal letter; a voucher for a sum owed

"She left a chit on the table asking him to call her back."

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chivalrous

adjective
/ˈʃɪvəlrəs/

Behaving in a courteous, gallant, and honorable way, especially toward women.

"He was chivalrous, always opening doors for others."

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chivalry

noun
/ˈʃɪvəlri/

The medieval knightly system with its moral, social, and religious code; courteous behavior, especially toward women.

"The knight lived by the code of chivalry."

noun
/ˈtʃɒklət/

a sweet, brown food made from roasted cocoa beans

"She bought a bar of chocolate from the store."

choice definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/tʃɔɪs/

An act of selecting between two or more possibilities.

"She had to make a difficult choice between two jobs."

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choir

noun
/ˈkwaɪər/

An organized group of singers, typically performing in church services or concerts.

"The choir sang beautifully during the ceremony."

noun
/ˈkɒlərə/

An infectious disease of the small intestine causing severe vomiting and diarrhea.

"The village suffered an outbreak of cholera after the flood."

adjective
/ˈkɒlərɪk/

Easily angered; irritable and hot-tempered.

"His choleric nature often got him into arguments."

noun
/kəˈlɛstərɒl/

a fatty substance found in the blood, high levels of which can cause health problems

"High cholesterol can increase the risk of heart disease."

choose definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/tʃuːz/

to select one option from a range of possibilities

"You must choose the right path for your future."

adjective
/ˈtʃuː.zi/

very careful in choosing; selective; particular about what one likes or accepts

"He's very choosy about the restaurants where he eats."