Campus Communication: Science & discovery

The words

Every word in this set, with what it means. Tap a word to hear it.

discover

to find someone or something, either by accident or because you were looking for them

“A clear example helps learners use “discover” in a sentence about the research project.”

thinker

someone who thinks carefully about important subjects such as science or philosophy , especially someone who is famous for thinking of new ideas

“The speaker used the word “thinker” while explaining the research project problem.”

measurable

able to be measured

“The speaker uses “measurable” to characterize the research project situation.”

century

one of the 100-year periods measured from before or after the year of Christ’s birth

“Learners saw the word “century” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

ammeter

a piece of equipment used to measure the strength of an electric current

“A clear definition of the word “ammeter” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

immeasurable

used to emphasize that something is too big or too extreme to be measured

“During the research project discussion, “immeasurable” signals a particular quality.”

chemical

a substance used in chemistry or produced by a chemical process

“Learners saw the word “chemical” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

find

to discover, see, or get something that you have been searching for

“The speaker explains how “find” is used in a report about the research project.”

forestry

the science or skill of looking after large areas of trees

“Learners saw the word “forestry” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

meter

a machine that measures the level of something

“The speaker used the word “meter” while explaining the research project problem.”

way

a method that you use to do or achieve something

“The speaker used the word “way” while explaining the research project problem.”

methodical

a methodical way of doing something is careful and uses an ordered system

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as methodical.”

shortcut

A shortcut is a method of achieving something more quickly or more easily than if you use the usual methods

“The research project report includes a section on the word “shortcut.””

test

a set of questions, exercises, or practical activities to measure someone’s skill, ability, or knowledge

“The research project report includes a section on the word “test.””

botanist

someone whose job is to make scientific studies of wild plants

“The research project report includes a section on the word “botanist.””

week

a period of seven days and nights, usually measured in Britain from Monday to Sunday and in the US from Sunday to Saturday

“The research project report includes a section on the word “week.””

metallurgy

the scientific study of metals and their uses

“Learners saw the word “metallurgy” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

metaphysical

concerned with the study of metaphysics

“The report describes the research project issue as metaphysical.”

oceanography

the scientific study of the ocean

“The research project report includes a section on the word “oceanography.””

time

the thing that is measured in minutes, hours, days, years etc using clocks

“A clear definition of the word “time” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

telex

a method of communica-tion, in which messages are written on a special machine and then sent using the telephone network

“Learners saw the word “telex” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

benchmark

something that is used as a standard by which other things can be judged or measured

“A clear definition of the word “benchmark” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

contraceptive

a drug, object, or method used to prevent a woman from becoming pregnant when she has sex

“A clear definition of the word “contraceptive” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

humanism

the belief that human problems can be solved through science rather than religion

“Learners saw the word “humanism” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

unorthodox

unorthodox opinions or methods are different from what is usual or accepted by most people

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as unorthodox.”

contraception

the practice of preventing a woman from becoming pregnant when she has sex, or the methods for doing this

“The speaker used the word “contraception” while explaining the research project problem.”

safari

A safari is a trip to observe or hunt wild animals, especially in East Africa

“Learners saw the word “safari” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

shorthand

a fast method of writing using special signs or shorter forms to represent letters, words, and phrases

“A clear definition of the word “shorthand” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

Year

a period of about 365 days or 12 months, measured from any particular time

“The speaker used the word “year” while explaining the research project problem.”

analogue

a physical object or quantity, such as a pointer on a dial or a voltage, used to measure or represent another quantity

“The research project report includes a section on the word “analogue.””

coroner

an official whose job is to discover the cause of someone’s death, especially if they died in a sudden or unusual way

“The research project report includes a section on the word “coroner.””

detector

a machine or piece of equipment that finds or measures something

“Learners saw the word “detector” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

known

used about something that people know about or have discovered

“The speaker uses “known” to characterize the research project situation.”

transpire

if it transpires that something is true, you discover that it is true

“In the research project discussion, the verb “transpire” describes an action or change.”

nomenclature

a system of naming things, especially in science

“The speaker used the word “nomenclature” while explaining the research project problem.”

scientist

someone who works or is trained in science

“Learners saw the word “scientist” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

transcendental

Transcendental refers to things that lie beyond the practical experience of ordinary people, and cannot be discovered or understood by ordinary reasoning

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as transcendental.”

uncover

to find out about something that has been kept secret

“Learners hear “uncover” while following the research project explanation.”

utter

to make a sound with your voice, especially with difficulty

“In the research project discussion, the verb “utter” describes an action or change.”

van

a vehicle used especially for carrying goods, which is smaller than a truck and has a roof and usually no windows at the sides

“The speaker used the word “van” while explaining the research project problem.”

via

travelling through a place on the way to another place

“In this research project, the word “via” helps express a precise idea.”

volt

a unit for measuring the force of an electric current

“The speaker used the word “volt” while explaining the research project problem.”

widow

a woman whose husband has died and who has not married again

“Learners saw the word “widow” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

accidental

happening without being planned or intended

“The report describes the research project issue as accidental.”

approve

to officially accept a plan, proposal etc

“The speaker explains how “approve” is used in a report about the research project.”

average

the average amount is the amount you get when you add together several quantities and divide this by the total number of quantities

“During the research project discussion, “average” signals a particular quality.”

betray

to show feelings that you are trying to hide

“A clear example helps learners use “betray” in a sentence about the research project.”

costly

very expensive, especially wasting a lot of money

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as costly.”

debt

a sum of money that a person or organization owes

“A clear definition of the word “debt” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

delight

a feeling of great pleasure and satisfaction

“The speaker used the word “delight” while explaining the research project problem.”

direct

to be in charge of something or control it

“A clear example helps learners use “direct” in a sentence about the research project.”

divide

a line of high ground between two river systems

“The speaker used the word “divide” while explaining the research project problem.”

employee

someone who is paid to work for someone else

“The research project report includes a section on the word “employee.””

empty

to remove everything that is inside something

“A clear example helps learners use “empty” in a sentence about the research project.”

excellent

Something that is excellent is extremely good

“The report describes the research project issue as excellent.”

failure

a lack of success in achieving or doing something

“The research project report includes a section on the word “failure.””

formal

a dance at which you have to wear formal clothes

“The speaker used the word “formal” while explaining the research project problem.”

free

something that is free does not cost you any money

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as free.”

gunpowder

an explosive substance used in bombs and fireworks

“A clear definition of the word “gunpowder” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

hut

a small simple building with only one or two rooms

“The speaker used the word “hut” while explaining the research project problem.”

improve

to make something better, or to become better

“Learners hear “improve” while following the research project explanation.”

inner

on the inside or close to the centre of something

“The report describes the research project issue as inner.”

leap

to increase quickly and by a large amount

“Learners hear “leap” while following the research project explanation.”

mercury

a heavy silver-white poisonous metal that is liquid at ordinary temperatures, and is used in thermometers .It is a chemical element

“A clear definition of the word “mercury” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

narrow

to make something narrower or to become narrower

“The speaker explains how “narrow” is used in a report about the research project.”

necessity

something that you need to have in order to live

“A clear definition of the word “necessity” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

portrait

a painting, drawing, or photograph of a person

“The speaker used the word “portrait” while explaining the research project problem.”

press

to push something firmly against a surface

“The speaker explains how “press” is used in a report about the research project.”

principle

the basic idea that a plan or system is based on

“Learners saw the word “principle” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

progressive

A progressive is someone who is progressive

“The speaker used the word “progressive” while explaining the research project problem.”

purchase

something you buy, or the act of buying it

“A clear definition of the word “purchase” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

purple

a dark colour that is a mixture of red and blue

“The report describes the research project issue as purple.”

quiet

the state of being quiet, calm, and peaceful

“The research project report includes a section on the word “quiet.””

quotation

a sentence or phrase from a book, speech etc which you repeat in a speech or piece of writing because it is interesting or amusing

“The research project report includes a section on the word “quotation.””

refresh

to make someone feel less tired or less hot

“A clear example helps learners use “refresh” in a sentence about the research project.”

reproduce

to make a photograph or printed copy of something

“The speaker explains how “reproduce” is used in a report about the research project.”

resist

to use force to stop something from happening

“Learners hear “resist” while following the research project explanation.”

royal

relating to or belonging to a king or queen

“During the research project discussion, “royal” signals a particular quality.”

silent

without any sound, or not making any sound

“During the research project discussion, “silent” signals a particular quality.”

solve

to find or provide a way of dealing with a problem

“The speaker explains how “solve” is used in a report about the research project.”

thereby

with the result that something else happens

“The result was described thereby in the final research project paragraph.”

unload

to remove a load from a vehicle, ship etc

“A clear example helps learners use “unload” in a sentence about the research project.”

warmth

the heat something produces, or when you feel warm

“A clear definition of the word “warmth” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

widen

to become wider, or to make something wider

“A clear example helps learners use “widen” in a sentence about the research project.”

worthy

someone who is important and should be respected

“The speaker used the word “worthy” while explaining the research project problem.”

accurate

correct and true in every detail

“The report describes the research project issue as accurate.”

additional

more than what was agreed or expected

“The speaker uses “additional” to characterize the research project situation.”

ankle

the joint between your foot and your leg

“A clear definition of the word “ankle” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

blast

a sudden strong movement of wind or air

“Learners saw the word “blast” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

brook

to not allow or accept something

“The speaker explains how “brook” is used in a report about the research project.”

calculation

A calculation is something that you think about and work out mathematically. Calculation is the process of working something out mathematically.

“A clear definition of the word “calculation” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

comprehension

the ability to understand something

“Learners saw the word “comprehension” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

cord

a piece of thick string or thin rope

“The research project report includes a section on the word “cord.””

curiosity

the desire to know about something

“A clear definition of the word “curiosity” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

darling

used when speaking to someone you love

“The speaker used the word “darling” while explaining the research project problem.”

define

to describe something correctly and thoroughly, and to say what standards, limits, qualities etc it has that make it different from other things

“A clear example helps learners use “define” in a sentence about the research project.”

emphasis

special attention or importance

“Learners saw the word “emphasis” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

enlarge

to make sth bigger; to become bigger

“Learners hear “enlarge” while following the research project explanation.”

evident

easy to see, notice, or understand

“During the research project discussion, “evident” signals a particular quality.”

fail

to not succeed in achieving something

“In the research project discussion, the verb “fail” describes an action or change.”

generator

a machine that produces electricity

“A clear definition of the word “generator” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

glance

to quickly look at someone or something

“Learners hear “glance” while following the research project explanation.”

instruct

to officially tell someone what to do

“In the research project discussion, the verb “instruct” describes an action or change.”

intention

a plan or desire to do something

“The research project report includes a section on the word “intention.””

locate

to find the exact position of something

“In the research project discussion, the verb “locate” describes an action or change.”

luck

good things that happen to you by chance

“A clear definition of the word “luck” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

mechanical

affecting or involving a machine

“The speaker uses “mechanical” to characterize the research project situation.”

military

the military forces of a country

“A clear definition of the word “military” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

muscle

to use your strength to go somewhere

“The speaker explains how “muscle” is used in a report about the research project.”

normal

the usual state, level, or amount

“The speaker used the word “normal” while explaining the research project problem.”

protection

when someone or something is protected

“A clear definition of the word “protection” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

protective

used or intended for protection

“The speaker uses “protective” to characterize the research project situation.”

requirement

something that someone needs or asks for

“The speaker used the word “requirement” while explaining the research project problem.”

resistance

a refusal to accept new ideas or changes

“The speaker used the word “resistance” while explaining the research project problem.”

resistant

not damaged or affected by something

“The speaker uses “resistant” to characterize the research project situation.”

rib

to furnish or support with a rib or ribs

“The speaker explains how “rib” is used in a report about the research project.”

seek

to try to achieve or get something

“In the research project discussion, the verb “seek” describes an action or change.”

stable

a building where horses are kept

“A clear definition of the word “stable” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

successive

coming or following one after the other

“The speaker uses “successive” to characterize the research project situation.”

beloved

someone who is loved very much

“The speaker used the word “beloved” while explaining the research project problem.”

bubble

a ball of air or gas in liquid

“The research project report includes a section on the word “bubble.””

desire

a strong hope or wish

“In the research project discussion, the verb “desire” describes an action or change.”

dissatisfy

to fail to satisfy; disappoint

“A clear example helps learners use “dissatisfy” in a sentence about the research project.”

distant

far away in space or time

“During the research project discussion, “distant” signals a particular quality.”

drip

to let liquid fall in drops

“A clear example helps learners use “drip” in a sentence about the research project.”

fortunately

happening because of good luck

“The report explains why the research project pattern developed fortunately.”

gaseous

like gas or in the form of gas

“During the research project discussion, “gaseous” signals a particular quality.”

idle

to spend time doing nothing

“Learners hear “idle” while following the research project explanation.”

lumber

to move in a slow awkward way

“A clear example helps learners use “lumber” in a sentence about the research project.”

plain

a large area of flat dry land

“The research project report includes a section on the word “plain.””

plentiful

more than enough in quantity

“During the research project discussion, “plentiful” signals a particular quality.”

preferable

better or more suitable

“The report describes the research project issue as preferable.”

proof

to proofread something

“Learners hear “proof” while following the research project explanation.”

rod

a long thin pole or bar

“The speaker used the word “rod” while explaining the research project problem.”

significance

The significance of something is the importance that it has, usually because it will have an effect on a situation or shows something about a situation

“A clear definition of the word “significance” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

bloom

a flower or flowers

“The speaker used the word “bloom” while explaining the research project problem.”

grammatical

concerning grammar

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as grammatical.”

noticeable

easy to notice

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as noticeable.”

outstanding

extremely good

“The report describes the research project issue as outstanding.”

prosperous

rich and successful

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as prosperous.”

vast

extremely large

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as vast.”

vision

the ability to see

“The research project report includes a section on the word “vision.””

confess

to admit, especially to the police, that you have done something wrong or illegal

“The speaker explains how “confess” is used in a report about the research project.”

devote

to use all or most of your time, effort etc in order to do something or help someone

“A clear example helps learners use “devote” in a sentence about the research project.”

earnest

to really mean what you are saying, especially when expressing an intention or wish

“Learners saw the word “earnest” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

echo

a sound that you hear again after a loud noise, because it was made near something such as a wall

“A clear definition of the word “echo” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

elastic

a material that is elastic can stretch and then go back to its usual length or size

“The speaker uses “elastic” to characterize the research project situation.”

lever

a stick or handle on a machine or piece of equipment, that you move to operate it

“Learners saw the word “lever” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

lick

to move your tongue across the surface of something in order to eat it, wet it, clean it etc

“A clear example helps learners use “lick” in a sentence about the research project.”

resign

to officially announce that you have decided to leave your job or an organization

“In the research project discussion, the verb “resign” describes an action or change.”

rival

a person, group, or organization that you compete with in sport, business, a fight etc

“Learners saw the word “rival” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

surgery

medical treatment in which a surgeon cuts open your body to repair or remove something inside

“The speaker used the word “surgery” while explaining the research project problem.”

toast

to drink a glass of wine etc to thank some-one, wish someone luck, or celebrate something

“A clear example helps learners use “toast” in a sentence about the research project.”

carry

to hold something in your hand or arms, or support it as you take it somewhere

“The speaker explains how “carry” is used in a report about the research project.”

cassette

a small flat plastic case containing magnetic tape , that can be used for playing or recording sound

“The research project report includes a section on the word “cassette.””

deduce

to use the knowledge and information you have in order to understand something or form an opinion about it

“Learners hear “deduce” while following the research project explanation.”

desert

a large area of land where it is always very dry, and there is a lot of sand

“A clear definition of the word “desert” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

economy

the system by which a country’s money and goods are produced and used, or a country considered in this way

“Learners saw the word “economy” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

elbow

to push someone with your elbows, especially in order to move past them

“The speaker explains how “elbow” is used in a report about the research project.”

jam

to push something somewhere using a lot of force, until it can move no further

“In the research project discussion, the verb “jam” describes an action or change.”

knob

a round handle or thing that you turn to open a door, turn on a television etc

“Learners saw the word “knob” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

layer

an amount or piece of a material or substance that covers a surface or that is between two other things

“The speaker used the word “layer” while explaining the research project problem.”

storey

A storey of a building is one of its different levels, which is situated above or below other levels

“Learners saw the word “storey” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

tag

a small piece of paper, plastic etc attached to something to show what it is, who owns it, what it costs etc

“The research project report includes a section on the word “tag.””

torture

to deliberately hurt someone in order to force them to give you information, to punish them, or to be cruel

“The speaker explains how “torture” is used in a report about the research project.”

uneasy

worried or slightly afraid because you think that something bad might happen

“The speaker uses “uneasy” to characterize the research project situation.”

vibrate

if something vibrates, or if you vibrate it, it shakes quickly and continuously with very small movements

“The speaker explains how “vibrate” is used in a report about the research project.”

yawn

to open your mouth wide and breathe in deeply because you are tired or bored

“A clear example helps learners use “yawn” in a sentence about the research project.”

clasp

a small metal object for fastening a bag, belt, piece of jewellery etc

“A clear definition of the word “clasp” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

curse

a swear word or words that you say because you are very angry

“Learners saw the word “curse” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

dock

a place in a port where ships are loaded, unloaded, or repaired

“The speaker used the word “dock” while explaining the research project problem.”

doubtless

used when saying that something is almost certain to happen or be true

“The report explains why the research project pattern developed doubtless.”

hasty

A hasty movement, action, or statement is sudden, and often done in reaction to something that has just happened

“The speaker uses “hasty” to characterize the research project situation.”

indignant

angry and surprised because you feel insulted or unfairly treated

“The report describes the research project issue as indignant.”

influence

the power to affect the way someone or something develops, behaves, or thinks, without using direct force or orders

“The speaker used the word “influence” while explaining the research project problem.”

jealous

feeling unhappy because someone has something that you wish you had

“During the research project discussion, “jealous” signals a particular quality.”

nuisance

a person, thing, or situation that annoys you or causes problems

“Learners saw the word “nuisance” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

oar

a long pole with a wide flat blade at one end, used for rowing a boat

“Learners saw the word “oar” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

object

a solid thing that you can hold, touch, or see but that is not alive

“A clear definition of the word “object” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

pad

a thick flat object made of cloth or rubber, used to protect or clean something, or to make something more comfortable

“The speaker used the word “pad” while explaining the research project problem.”

realize

to know and understand something, or suddenly begin to understand it

“In the research project discussion, the verb “realize” describes an action or change.”

shiver

a slight shaking movement of your body caused by cold or fear

“The speaker used the word “shiver” while explaining the research project problem.”

despise

to dislike and have a low opinion of someone or something

“The speaker explains how “despise” is used in a report about the research project.”

dose

the amount of a medicine or a drug that you should take

“A clear definition of the word “dose” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

finding

the information that someone has discovered as a result of their study, work etc

“A clear definition of the word “finding” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

grave

the place in the ground where a dead body is buried

“The speaker used the word “grave” while explaining the research project problem.”

mould

to become or cause to become covered with this growth

“The speaker explains how “mould” is used in a report about the research project.”

preface

an introduction at the beginning of a book or speech

“Learners saw the word “preface” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

stack

to make things into a neat pile, or to form a neat pile

“Learners hear “stack” while following the research project explanation.”

cricket

a game between two teams of 11 players in which players try to get points by hitting a ball and running between two sets of three sticks

“The speaker used the word “cricket” while explaining the research project problem.”

curl

a piece of hair that hangs in a curved shape

“Learners saw the word “curl” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

fulfil

to do or provide what is necessary or needed

“Learners hear “fulfil” while following the research project explanation.”

hedge

to avoid giving a direct answer to a question

“The speaker explains how “hedge” is used in a report about the research project.”

lightly

with only a small amount of weight or force

“The report explains why the research project pattern developed lightly.”

loaf

to spend time somewhere and not do very much

“Learners hear “loaf” while following the research project explanation.”

outset

at or from the beginning of an event or process

“The research project report includes a section on the word “outset.””

remedy

to deal with a problem or improve a bad situation

“Learners hear “remedy” while following the research project explanation.”

sole

the sole person, thing etc is the only one

“During the research project discussion, “sole” signals a particular quality.”

tender

to formally offer or show something to someone

“Learners hear “tender” while following the research project explanation.”

torch

a small electric lamp that you carry in your hand

“The research project report includes a section on the word “torch.””

vice

to grip (something) with or as if with a vice

“A clear example helps learners use “vice” in a sentence about the research project.”

awful

making you feel great respect or fear

“During the research project discussion, “awful” signals a particular quality.”

coward

someone who is not at all brave

“The research project report includes a section on the word “coward.””

despair

a feeling that you have no hope at all

“The research project report includes a section on the word “despair.””

distress

to make someone feel very upset

“The speaker explains how “distress” is used in a report about the research project.”

factor

to divide a number into factors

“A clear example helps learners use “factor” in a sentence about the research project.”

leave

to go away from a place or a person

“The speaker explains how “leave” is used in a report about the research project.”

liquor

a strong alcoholic drink such as whisky

“The research project report includes a section on the word “liquor.””

nap

a short sleep, especially during the day

“A clear definition of the word “nap” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

stoop

to bend your body forward and down

“The speaker explains how “stoop” is used in a report about the research project.”

underline

to show that something is important

“Learners hear “underline” while following the research project explanation.”

voluntary

done willingly and without being forced

“The report describes the research project issue as voluntary.”

cordial

a strong sweet alcoholic drink

“Learners saw the word “cordial” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

agony

very severe pain

“Learners saw the word “agony” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

similar

almost the same

“The speaker uses “similar” to characterize the research project situation.”

unlikely

not likely to happen

“The speaker uses “unlikely” to characterize the research project situation.”

sulphur

a common light yellow chemical substance that burns with a very strong unpleasant smell, and is used in drugs, explosives, and industry. It is a chemical element :symbol S

“A clear definition of the word “sulphur” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

achieve

to successfully complete something or get a good result, especially by working hard

“The speaker explains how “achieve” is used in a report about the research project.”

administration

the activities that are involved in managing the work of a company or organization

“Learners saw the word “administration” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

appear

used to say how something seems, especially from what you know about it or from what you can see

“The speaker explains how “appear” is used in a report about the research project.”

appreciable

An appreciable amount or effect is large enough to be important or clearly noticed

“The report describes the research project issue as appreciable.”

blank

an empty space on a piece of paper, where you are supposed to write a word or letter

“The research project report includes a section on the word “blank.””

cheer

to shout as a way of showing happiness, praise, approval, or support of someone or something

“A clear example helps learners use “cheer” in a sentence about the research project.”

chronic

a chronic disease or illness is one that continues for a long time and cannot be cured

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as chronic.”

combat

to try to stop something bad from happening or getting worse - used especially in news reports

“Learners hear “combat” while following the research project explanation.”

contain

if something such as a bag, box, or place contains something, that thing is inside it

“In the research project discussion, the verb “contain” describes an action or change.”

credit

an arrangement with a shop, bank etc that allows you to buy something and pay for it later

“A clear definition of the word “credit” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

critical

something that is critical is very important because what happens in the future depends on it

“During the research project discussion, “critical” signals a particular quality.”

cruise

A cruise is a holiday during which you travel on a ship or boat and visit a number of places

“A clear definition of the word “cruise” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

customary

something that is customary is normal because it is the way something is usually done

“During the research project discussion, “customary” signals a particular quality.”

depict

to describe something or someone in writing or speech, or to show them in a painting, picture etc

“The speaker explains how “depict” is used in a report about the research project.”

description

a piece of writing or speech that gives details about what someone or something is like

“The research project report includes a section on the word “description.””

disaster

a sudden event such as a flood, storm, or accident which causes great damage or suffering

“A clear definition of the word “disaster” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

endow

to give a college, hospital etc a large sum of money that provides it with an income

“The speaker explains how “endow” is used in a report about the research project.”

estate

Someone's estate is all the money and property that they leave behind when they die

“Learners saw the word “estate” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

exclaim

to say something suddenly and loudly because you are surprised, angry, or excited

“A clear example helps learners use “exclaim” in a sentence about the research project.”

express

to tell or show what you are feeling or thinking by using words, looks, or actions

“Learners hear “express” while following the research project explanation.”

extra

an amount of something, especially money, in addition to the usual, basic, or necessary amount

“The research project report includes a section on the word “extra.””

flour

a powder that is made by crushing wheat or other grain and is used for making bread, cakes etc

“The research project report includes a section on the word “flour.””

further

to take action at a more serious or higher level, especially in order to get the result you want

“The speaker explained the research project change further.”

hardware

computer machinery and equipment, as opposed to the programs that make computers work

“Learners saw the word “hardware” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

helicopter

a type of aircraft with large metal blades on top which turn around very quickly to make it fly

“A clear definition of the word “helicopter” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

hinge

a piece of metal fastened to a door, lid etc that allows it to swing open and shut

“A clear definition of the word “hinge” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

infer

to form an opinion that something is probably true because of information that you have

“In the research project discussion, the verb “infer” describes an action or change.”

linger

to continue looking at or dealing with something for longer than is usual or desirable

“The speaker explains how “linger” is used in a report about the research project.”

maiden

The maiden voyage or flight of a ship or aircraft is the first official journey that it makes

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as maiden.”

marvel

to feel or express great surprise or admiration at something, especially someone’s behaviour

“A clear example helps learners use “marvel” in a sentence about the research project.”

meantime

in the period of time between now and a future event, or between two events in the past

“The speaker explained the research project change meantime.”

mint

a small plant with green leaves that have a fresh smell and taste and are used in cooking

“The research project report includes a section on the word “mint.””

mist

a light cloud low over the ground that makes it difficult for you to see very far

“The speaker used the word “mist” while explaining the research project problem.”