Conversation: Culture & media

The words

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

unforgettable

an unforgettable experience, sight etc affects you so strongly that you will never forget it, especially because it is particularly good or beautiful

“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as unforgettable.”

dialogue

a conversation in a book, play, or film

“Learners saw the word “dialogue” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

conscience

the part of your mind that tells you whether what you are doing is morally right or wrong

“Learners saw the word “conscience” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

keep

to stay in a particular state, condition, or position, or to make someone or something do this

“The speaker explains how “keep” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”

part

a piece or feature of something such as an object, area, event, or period of time

“A clear definition of the word “part” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

farewell

a party or dinner that you have because someone is leaving a job, city etc

“In this culture and media discussion, the word “farewell” helps express a precise idea.”

span

the part of a bridge, arch etc that goes across from one support to another

“Learners saw the word “span” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

even

flat and level, with no parts that are higher than other parts

“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as even.”

plough

to turn over the earth using a plough so that seeds can be planted

“A clear example helps learners use “plough” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”

air

the mixture of gases around the Earth, that we breathe

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “air.””

chin

the front part of your face below your mouth

“Learners saw the word “chin” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

hold

to make something stay in a particular position

“A clear example helps learners use “hold” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”

flavour

the particular taste of a food or drink

“A clear definition of the word “flavour” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

intermediary

a person or organization that tries to help two other people or groups to agree with each other

“The speaker used the word “intermediary” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

gambit

A gambit is a remark which you make to someone in order to start or continue a conversation with them

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “gambit.””

impartial

not involved in a particular situation, and therefore able to give a fair opinion or piece of advice

“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “impartial” signals a particular quality.”

vocative

a word or particular form of a word used to show that you are speaking or writing directly to someone

“The speaker used the word “vocative” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

rookie

someone who has just started doing a job and has little experience

“The speaker used the word “rookie” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

think

to have a particular opinion or to believe that something is true

“Learners hear “think” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”

action

the process of doing something, especially in order to achieve a particular thing

“Learners saw the word “action” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

extension

the process of making a road, building etc bigger or longer, or the part that is added

“The speaker used the word “extension” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

page

one side of a piece of paper in a book, newspaper, document etc, or the sheet of paper itself

“The speaker used the word “page” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

pidgin

a language that is a mixture of two other languages, which people who do not speak each other’s languages well use to talk to each other

“A clear definition of the word “pidgin” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

thumb

the part of your hand that is shaped like a thick short finger and helps you to hold things

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “thumb.””

acceptable

good enough to be used for a particular purpose or to be considered satisfactory

“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as acceptable.”

clay

a type of heavy sticky earth that can be used for making pots, bricks etc

“The speaker used the word “clay” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

delivery

the act of bringing goods, letters etc to a particular person or place, or the things that are brought

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “delivery.””

equip

to provide a person or place with the things that are needed for a particular kind of activity or work

“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “equip” describes an action or change.”

kit

a set of tools, equipment etc that you use for a particular purpose or activity

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “kit.””

middle

the part that is nearest the centre of something, and furthest from the sides, edges, top, bottom etc

“A clear definition of the word “middle” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

monolingual

speaking or using only one language

“The speaker uses “monolingual” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”

alphabet

a set of letters, arranged in a particular order, and used in writing

“The speaker used the word “alphabet” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

band

a group of musicians, especially a group that plays popular music

“The speaker used the word “band” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

battle

a fight between opposing armies, groups of ships, groups of people etc, especially one that is part of a larger war

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “battle.””

carton

a small box made of cardboard or plastic that contains food or a drink

“A clear definition of the word “carton” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

crumble

to break apart into lots of little pieces, or make something do this

“Learners hear “crumble” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”

fashion

something that is popular or thought to be good at a particular time

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “fashion.””

petal

one of the coloured parts of a flower that are shaped like leaves

“Learners saw the word “petal” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

satisfactory

something that is satisfactory seems good enough for you, or good enough for a particular situation or purpose

“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as satisfactory.”

upstart

someone who behaves as if they were more important than they really are and who shows a lack of respect towards people who are more experienced or older

“A clear definition of the word “upstart” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

fate

the things that happen to someone or something, especially unpleasant things that end their existence or end a particular period

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “fate.””

formation

the process of starting a new organization or group

“A clear definition of the word “formation” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

route

to send something somewhere using a particular route

“A clear example helps learners use “route” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”

startle

to make someone suddenly surprised or slightly shocked

“A clear example helps learners use “startle” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”

thigh

the top part of your leg, between your knee and your hip

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “thigh.””

toe

one of the five movable parts at the end of your foot

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “toe.””

blade

the flat cutting part of a tool or weapon

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “blade.””

core

the hard central part of a fruit such as an apple

“The speaker used the word “core” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

Greek

relating to Greece, its people, or its language

“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as greek.”

gulf

a large area of sea partly enclosed by land

“Learners saw the word “gulf” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

poetry

poems in general, or the art of writing them

“A clear definition of the word “poetry” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

substance

a particular type of solid, liquid, or gas

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “substance.””

atmospheric

relating to the Earth’s atmosphere

“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “atmospheric” signals a particular quality.”

Latin

the language used in ancient Rome

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “latin.””

mood

the way you feel at a particular time

“A clear definition of the word “mood” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

dwell

to live in a particular place

“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “dwell” describes an action or change.”

outlook

a view from a particular place

“The speaker used the word “outlook” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

spotlight

a light with a very bright beam which can be directed at someone or something. Spotlights are often used to light a stage when actors or singers are performing

“Learners saw the word “spotlight” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

commander

an officer of any rank who is in charge of a group of soldiers or a particular military activity

“Learners saw the word “commander” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

disposition

a particular type of character which makes someone likely to behave or react in a certain way

“The speaker used the word “disposition” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

expire

if a period of time when someone has a particular position of authority expires, it ends

“The speaker explains how “expire” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”

indicate

to show that a particular situation exists, or that something is likely to be true

“The speaker explains how “indicate” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”

indicative

to be a clear sign that a particular situation exists or that something is likely to be true

“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as indicative.”

interpreter

someone who changes spoken words from one language into an-other, especially as their job

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “interpreter.””

martyr

someone who dies for their religious or political beliefs and is admired by people for this

“A clear definition of the word “martyr” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

mentality

a particular attitude or way of thinking, especially one that you think is wrong or stupid

“A clear definition of the word “mentality” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

mostly

used to talk about most members of a group, most occasions, most parts of something etc

“The speaker explained the culture and media discussion change mostly.”

particular

a particular thing or person is the one that you are talking about, and not any other

“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “particular” signals a particular quality.”

quota

an official limit on the number or amount of something that is allowed in a particular period

“Learners saw the word “quota” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

rug

a piece of thick cloth or wool that covers part of a floor, used for warmth or as a decoration

“Learners saw the word “rug” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

rumour

information or a story that is passed from one person to another and which may or may not be true

“Learners saw the word “rumour” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

temperament

the emotional part of someone’s character, especially how likely they are to be happy, angry etc

“Learners saw the word “temperament” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

turf

a surface that consists of soil with grass on top, or an artificial surface that looks like this

“The speaker used the word “turf” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

dial

the round part of a clock, watch, machine etc that has numbers that show you the time or a measurement

“Learners saw the word “dial” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

environment

the air, water, and land on Earth, which is affected by man’s activities

“The speaker used the word “environment” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

essential

the essential part, quality, or feature of something is the most basic one

“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as essential.”

given

any particular time, situation, amount etc that is being used as an example

“The speaker uses “given” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”

oriental

relating to or from the eastern part of the world, especially China and Japan

“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as oriental.”

paralyse

if something paralyses you, it makes you lose the ability to move part or all of your body, or to feel it

“The speaker explains how “paralyse” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”

symposium

a formal meeting in which people who know a lot about a particular subject have discussions about it

“Learners saw the word “symposium” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

design

to make a drawing or plan of something that will be made or built

“Learners hear “design” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”

hollow

to make a hole or empty space by removing the inside part of something

“The speaker explains how “hollow” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”

include

if one thing includes another, the second thing is part of the first

“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “include” describes an action or change.”

instrumental

a piece of music in which no voices are used, only instruments

“Learners saw the word “instrumental” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

paradise

a place that has everything you need for doing a particular activity

“The speaker used the word “paradise” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

apt

exactly right for a particular situation or purpose

“The speaker uses “apt” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”

beginner

someone who has just started to do or learn something

“Learners saw the word “beginner” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

bristle

a short stiff hair, wire etc that forms part of a brush

“The speaker used the word “bristle” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

climate

the typical weather conditions in a particular area

“A clear definition of the word “climate” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

filth

very offensive language, stories, or pictures about sex

“A clear definition of the word “filth” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

artillery

large guns, either on wheels or fixed in one place

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “artillery.””

compartment

a smaller enclosed space inside something larger

“Learners saw the word “compartment” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

Elementary

concerning the first and easiest part of a subject

“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as elementary.”

kindle

to start burning; to make a fire start burning

“A clear example helps learners use “kindle” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”

materialism

the belief that money and possessions are more important than art, religion, moral beliefs etc – used in order to show disapproval

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “materialism.””

melancholy

a feeling of sadness for no particular reason

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “melancholy.””

Most

having the greatest amount of a particular quality

“The result was described most in the final culture and media discussion paragraph.”

only

not more than a particular number, age etc

“The team responded only when the culture and media discussion plan changed.”

plead

to give a particular excuse for your actions

“Learners hear “plead” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”

soil

the top layer of the earth in which plants grow

“A clear definition of the word “soil” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

area

a particular part of a country, town etc

“The speaker used the word “area” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

fetch

to make people react in a particular way

“Learners hear “fetch” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”

live

to have your home in a particular place

“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “live” describes an action or change.”

produce

to cause a particular result or effect

“Learners hear “produce” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”

commence

to begin or to start something

“A clear example helps learners use “commence” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”

ending

the way that a story, film, activity etc finishes

“The speaker used the word “ending” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

longitude

the distance east or west of a particular meridian (imaginary line along the Earth’s surface from the North Pole to the South Pole), measured in degrees

“A clear definition of the word “longitude” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

taboo

a custom that says you must avoid a particular activity or subject, either because it is considered offensive or because your religion does not allow it

“The speaker used the word “taboo” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

newly

Newly is used before a past participle or an adjective to indicate that a particular action is very recent, or that a particular state of affairs has very recently begun to exist

“The result was described newly in the final culture and media discussion paragraph.”

camera

a piece of equipment used to take photographs or make films or television programmes

“The speaker used the word “camera” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

character

the particular combination of qualities that makes someone a particular type of person

“The speaker used the word “character” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

designer

someone whose job is to make plans or patterns for clothes, furniture, equipment etc

“The speaker used the word “designer” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

diction

the choice and use of words and phrases to express meaning, especially in literature

“Learners saw the word “diction” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

dig

to move earth, snow etc, or to make a hole in the ground, using a spade or your hands

“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “dig” describes an action or change.”

eyeball

the round ball that forms the whole of your eye, including the part inside your head

“Learners saw the word “eyeball” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

flat

a place for people to live that consists of a set of rooms that are part of a larger building

“A clear definition of the word “flat” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

front

the part of something that is furthest forward in the direction that it is facing or moving

“The speaker used the word “front” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

jaw

the lower part of your face. Its shape is sometimes thought to show your character

“Learners saw the word “jaw” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

joke

something that you say or do to make people laugh, especially a funny story or trick

“The speaker used the word “joke” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

machine

a piece of equipment with moving parts that uses power such as electricity to do a particular job

“The speaker used the word “machine” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

morning

the early part of the day, from when the sun rises until 12 o’clock in the middle of the day

“Learners saw the word “morning” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

observer

someone who regularly watches or pays attention to particular things, events, situations etc

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “observer.””

person

a human being, especially considered as someone with their own particular character

“A clear definition of the word “person” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

priest

someone who is specially trained to perform religious duties and ceremonies in the Christian church

“A clear definition of the word “priest” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

reason

to form a particular judgment about a situation after carefully considering the facts

“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “reason” describes an action or change.”

replace

to start doing something instead of another person, or start being used instead of another thing

“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “replace” describes an action or change.”

scholar

someone who knows a lot about a particular subject, especially one that is not a science subject

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “scholar.””

selection

the careful choice of a particular person or thing from a group of similar people or things

“Learners saw the word “selection” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

stump

the bottom part of a tree that is left in the ground after the rest of it has been cut down

“The speaker used the word “stump” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

suit

to be acceptable, suitable, or convenient for a particular person or in a particular situation

“The speaker explains how “suit” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”

tell

if someone tells you something, they communicate information, a story, their feelings etc to you

“The speaker explains how “tell” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”

tower

a tall narrow building either built on its own or forming part of a castle, church etc

“The speaker used the word “tower” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

underworld

the criminals in a particular place and the criminal activities they are involved in

“Learners saw the word “underworld” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

voter

someone who has the right to vote in a political election, or who votes in a particular election

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “voter.””

absent

to not go to a place or take part in an event where people expect you to be

“The speaker explains how “absent” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”

accordingly

in a way that is suitable for a particular situation or that is based on what someone has done or said

“The result was described accordingly in the final culture and media discussion paragraph.”

apart

if things are apart, they are not close to each other or touching each other

“The speaker explained the culture and media discussion change apart.”

army

the part of a country’s military force that is trained to fight on land in a war

“The speaker used the word “army” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

boot

a type of shoe that covers your whole foot and the lower part of your leg

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “boot.””

breath

to start breathing normally again after running or making a lot of effort

“Learners saw the word “breath” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

brim

the bottom part of a hat that sticks out to protect you from sun and rain

“Learners saw the word “brim” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

bugle

a musical instrument like a trumpet , that is used in the army to call soldiers

“A clear definition of the word “bugle” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

bulldozer

a powerful vehicle with a broad metal blade, used for moving earth and rocks, destroying buildings etc

“A clear definition of the word “bulldozer” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

composition

the way in which something is made up of different parts, things, or members

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “composition.””

craze

a fashion, game, type of music etc that becomes very popular for a short time

“The speaker used the word “craze” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

creature

something, especially something bad, that was made or invented by a particular person or organization

“A clear definition of the word “creature” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

daily

a newspaper that is printed and sold every day, or every day except Sunday

“A clear definition of the word “daily” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

earthquake

a sudden shaking of the earth’s surface that often causes a lot of damage

“A clear definition of the word “earthquake” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

English

the language used in Britain, the US, Australia, and some other countries

“Learners saw the word “english” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

especially

used to emphasize that something is more important or happens more with one particular thing than with others

“The result was described especially in the final culture and media discussion paragraph.”

flower

a coloured or white part that a plant or tree produces before fruit or seeds

“A clear definition of the word “flower” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

found

to start something such as an organization, company, school, or city, often by providing the necessary money

“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “found” describes an action or change.”

gate

the part of a fence or outside wall that you can open and close so that you can enter or leave a place

“The speaker used the word “gate” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

heel

the raised part on the bottom of a shoe that makes the shoe higher at the back

“Learners saw the word “heel” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

inside

the inner part of something, which is surrounded or hidden by the outer part

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “inside.””

leaf

one of the flat green parts of a plant that are joined to its stem or branches

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “leaf.””

lip

one of the two soft parts around your mouth where your skin is redder or darker

“The speaker used the word “lip” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

local

relating to the particular area you live in, or the area you are talking about

“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “local” signals a particular quality.”

location

a particular place, especially in relation to other areas, buildings etc

“The speaker used the word “location” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

manager

someone whose job is to manage part or all of a company or other organization

“A clear definition of the word “manager” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

model

a small copy of a building, vehicle, machine etc, especially one that can be put together from separate parts

“The speaker used the word “model” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

moon

the round object that you can see shining in the sky at night, and that moves around the Earth every 28 days

“The speaker used the word “moon” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

musician

someone who plays a musical instrument, especially very well or as a job

“The speaker used the word “musician” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

orange

a round fruit that has a thick orange skin and is divided into parts inside

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “orange.””

park

to put a car or other vehicle in a particular place for a period of time

“Learners hear “park” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”

pond

a small area of fresh water that is smaller than a lake, that is either natural or artificially made

“The speaker used the word “pond” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

powder

a dangerous situation or place where violence or trouble could suddenly start

“The speaker used the word “powder” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

radioactivity

the sending out of radiation when the nucleus of an atom has broken apart

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “radioactivity.””

renounce

to publicly say or show that you no longer believe in something, or will no longer behave in a particular way

“A clear example helps learners use “renounce” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”

report

to give people information about recent events, especially in newspapers and on television and radio

“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “report” describes an action or change.”

special

a lower price than usual for a particular product for a short period of time

“The speaker used the word “special” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

specialist

someone who knows a lot about a particular subject, or is very skilled at it

“The speaker used the word “specialist” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

spot

a particular place or area, especially a pleasant place where you spend time

“Learners saw the word “spot” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

stage

a particular time or state that something reaches as it grows or develops

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “stage.””

warfare

the activity of fighting in a war – used especially when talking about particular methods of fighting

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “warfare.””

act

to do something in a particular way or for a particular reason

“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “act” describes an action or change.”

apartment

a set of rooms on one floor of a large building, where someone lives

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “apartment.””

balloon

an object made of brightly coloured thin rubber, that is filled with air and used as a toy or decoration for parties

“A clear definition of the word “balloon” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

bay

a part of the sea that is partly enclosed by a curve in the land

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “bay.””

bid

to offer to pay a particular price for goods, especially in an auction

“A clear example helps learners use “bid” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”

book

to make arrangements to stay in a place, eat in a restaurant, go to a theatre etc at a particular time in the future

“A clear example helps learners use “book” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”

cavalry

the part of an army that fights on horses, especially in the past

“Learners saw the word “cavalry” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

clam

a shellfish you can eat that has a shell in two parts that open up

“The speaker used the word “clam” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

constellation

a group of stars that forms a particular pattern and has a name

“A clear definition of the word “constellation” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

copyright

the legal right to be the only producer or seller of a book, play, film, or record for a specific length of time

“The speaker used the word “copyright” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

departure

an act of leaving a place, especially at the start of a journey

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “departure.””

die

a metal block used to press or cut something into a particular shape

“Learners saw the word “die” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

director

someone who is in charge of a particular activity or organization

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “director.””

drum

a musical instrument made of skin stretched over a circular frame, played by hitting it with your hand or a stick

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “drum.””

earn

to receive a particular amount of money for the work that you do

“Learners hear “earn” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”

engineer

someone whose job is to design or build roads, bridges, machines etc

“The speaker used the word “engineer” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

exclusion

when someone is not allowed to take part in something or enter a place

“Learners saw the word “exclusion” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

fore

the fore parts of a ship, plane, or animal are the parts at the front

“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as fore.”

grade

a particular level of quality that a product, material etc has

“A clear definition of the word “grade” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

heartbeat

the action or sound of your heart as it pumps blood through your body

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “heartbeat.””

horticulture

the practice or science of growing flowers, fruit, and vegetables

“Learners saw the word “horticulture” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

institution

a large organization that has a particular kind of work or purpose

“Learners saw the word “institution” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

join

to begin to take part in an activity that other people are involved in

“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “join” describes an action or change.”

mat

a small piece of thick rough material which covers part of a floor

“Learners saw the word “mat” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

nose

the part of a person’s or animal’s face used for smelling or breathing

“The speaker used the word “nose” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

outside

the part or surface of something that is furthest from the centre

“The speaker used the word “outside” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

pair

an object that is made from two similar parts that are joined together

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “pair.””

preceding

happening or coming before the time, place, or part mentioned

“The speaker uses “preceding” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”

react

to behave in a particular way or show a particular emotion because of something that has happened or been said

“A clear example helps learners use “react” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”

seat

a place where you can sit, especially one in a vehicle or one from which you watch a performance, sports event etc

“The speaker used the word “seat” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

stalk

a long narrow part of a plant that supports leaves, fruits, or flowers

“A clear definition of the word “stalk” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

standardize

to make all the things of one particular type the same as each other

“The speaker explains how “standardize” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”

tradition

a belief, custom, or way of doing something that has existed for a long time, or these beliefs, customs etc in general

“Learners saw the word “tradition” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

windmill

a building or structure with parts that turn around in the wind, used for producing electrical power or crushing grain

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “windmill.””

afternoon

the part of the day after the morning and before the evening

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “afternoon.””

back

the part of something that is furthest from the front

“The speaker used the word “back” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

bear

to have or show a sign, mark, or particular appearance, especially when this shows that something has happened or is true

“Learners hear “bear” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”

beyond

more or greater than a particular amount, level, or limit

“In this culture and media discussion, the word “beyond” helps express a precise idea.”

biological

relating to the natural processes performed by living things

“The speaker uses “biological” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”

citizen

someone who lives in a particular town, country, or state

“Learners saw the word “citizen” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

dutch

relating to the Netherlands, its people, or its language

“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as dutch.”

ear

the top part of a plant such as wheat that produces grain

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “ear.””

engine

the part of a vehicle that produces power to make it move

“Learners saw the word “engine” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

estuary

the wide part of a river where it goes into the sea

“The speaker used the word “estuary” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

false

a statement, story etc that is false is completely untrue

“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “false” signals a particular quality.”

finish

to complete the last part of something that you are doing

“The speaker explains how “finish” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”

hind

relating to the back part of an animal with four legs

“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “hind” signals a particular quality.”

invite

to ask someone to come to a party, wedding, meal etc

“A clear example helps learners use “invite” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”

lid

a cover for the open part of a pot, box, or other container

“The speaker used the word “lid” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

magazine

a large thin book with a paper cover that contains news stories, articles, photographs etc, and is sold weekly or monthly

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “magazine.””

movie

a film made to be shown at the cinema or on television

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “movie.””

mow

the part of a barn where hay, straw, etc, is stored

“A clear definition of the word “mow” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

percentage

an amount expressed as if it is part of a total which is 100

“Learners saw the word “percentage” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

print

to produce many printed copies of a book, newspaper etc

“The speaker explains how “print” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”

regard

to think about someone or something in a particular way

“The speaker explains how “regard” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”

religious

relating to religion in general or to a particular religion

“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “religious” signals a particular quality.”

silvery

a silvery voice or sound is light, pleasant, and musical

“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as silvery.”

situation

a combination of all the things that are happening and all the conditions that exist at a particular time in a particular place

“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “situation.””

title

the name given to a particular book, painting, play etc

“Learners saw the word “title” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”

treat

to behave towards someone or something in a particular way

“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “treat” describes an action or change.”

unearth

to find something after searching for it, especially something that has been buried in the ground or lost for a long time

“A clear example helps learners use “unearth” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”

unlike

completely different from a particular person or thing

“In this culture and media discussion, the word “unlike” helps express a precise idea.”

viewpoint

a particular way of thinking about a problem or subject

“The speaker used the word “viewpoint” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

vowel

one of the human speech sounds that you make by letting your breath flow out without closing any part of your mouth or throat

“The speaker used the word “vowel” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

architecture

the style and design of a building or buildings

“A clear definition of the word “architecture” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

arctic

relating to the most northern part of the world

“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as arctic.”

brown

having the colour of earth, wood, or coffee

“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as brown.”

ceiling

the inner surface of the top part of a room

“A clear definition of the word “ceiling” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

chapter

one of the parts into which a book is divided

“A clear definition of the word “chapter” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”

chimney

a vertical pipe that allows smoke from a fire to pass out of a building up into the air, or the part of this pipe that is above the roof

“The speaker used the word “chimney” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”

Chinese

relating to China, its people, or its language

“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “chinese” signals a particular quality.”

deviate

To deviate from something means to start doing something different or not planned, especially in a way that causes problems for others

“Learners hear “deviate” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”

French

relating to France, its people, or its language

“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as french.”

German

relating to Germany, its people, or its language

“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as german.”

globe

a round object with a map of the Earth drawn on it

“The speaker used the word “globe” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”