Glossaries

Samstag, 27. Februar 2021, 07:05

Site: Learning English in context

Course: Learning English in context (Context)

Glossary: Global glossary

spread over a wide area or over a long period of time

the part of a country that is near the sea

the eastern seaboard of the US

appearing to have a particular quality, when this may or may not be true [= apparently]:

The new minister was faced with a seemingly impossible task.

a piece of equipment used for discovering the presence of light, heat, movement etc

capteur (fr.)

[uncountable and countable noun]

an ability to do something well, especially because you have learned and practised it [↪ talent]:

Reading and writing are two different skills.

Many jobs today require computer skills.

skill in/at

He was valued for his skill in raising money for the company.

develop/acquire/learn a skill

opportunities to acquire new skills

with skill

The whole team played with great skill and determination.

technical/management/practical etc skill

the kinds of communication skills required of teachers

Students need to possess certainbasic skillsby the time they finish school.

beautiful and impressive [= magnificent]

[countable noun]

a line with irregular curves:

to spread out or cover a large area of land

the past tense and past participle of stick

something sticks, it becomes fixed in one position and is difficult to move:

This door keeps sticking.

If you get stuck, you don't know how to continue

The government should do more to promote sustainable agriculture.