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Conserve |
conserve something to protect something and prevent it from being changed or destroyed new laws to conserve wildlife in the area |
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Recreation |
the act or process of making something that existed in the past exist or seem to exist again The writer attempts a recreation of the sights and sounds of his childhood. |
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depict |
to show an image of somebody/something in a picture depict somebody/something (as somebody/something) a painting depicting the Virgin and Child depict somebody/something doing something The artist had depicted her lying on a bed. |
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restore |
to bring back a situation or feeling that existed before restore something The measures are intended to restore public confidence in the economy. |
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Pavilion |
1.a temporary building used at public events and exhibitions the US pavilion at the Trade Fair 2.a building next to a sports ground, used by players and people watching the game a cricket pavilion |
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Pond |
استخر a small area of still water, especially one that is artificial a fish pond |
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A time capsule |
a container holding historical records or objects representative of current culture that is deposited (as in a cornerstone) for preservation until discovery by some future age. After the statue is taken down Wednesday, crews on Thursday will remove plaques from the base of the monument and will replace a time capsule that is believed to be there. |
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specimen |
a single example of something, especially an animal or a plant The aquarium has some interesting specimens of unusual tropical fish. |
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Ore |
rock, earth, etc. from which metal can be obtained iron ore |
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Comprise |
to have somebody/something as parts or members SYNONYM consist of comprise something The collection comprises 327 paintings. |
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fauna |
all the animals living in an area or in a particular period of history the local flora and fauna (= plants and animals) |
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extensive |
covering a large area; great in amount The house has extensive grounds. |
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amid |
in the middle of or during something, especially something that causes excitement or fear He finished his speech amid tremendous applause. |
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dedicated |
designed to do only one particular type of work; used for one particular purpose only Software is exported through a dedicated satellite link. |
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memorabilia |
things that people collect because they once belonged to a famous person, or because they are connected with a particular interesting place, event or activity football/Beatles memorabilia |
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mascot |
a person, animal or thing that people believe will bring them good luck, or that represents an organization or event The team's mascot is a giant swan. |
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auction |
a usually public sale of goods or property, where people make higher and higher bids (= offers of money) for each thing, until the thing is sold to the person who will pay most: a furniture auction They're holding an auction of jewellery on Thursday. |
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glance |
to give a quick short look: She glanced around/round the room to see who was there. He glanced up from his book as I passed. |
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outdoor |
existing, happening, or done outside a building: The city’s outdoor pools open June 19th. |
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directory |
a list of telephone numbers, names, addresses, or other information: I found your address in the directory of university graduates. |
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Humble |
1.showing you do not think that you are as important as other people SYNONYM modest Be humble enough to learn from your mistakes.
2.used to suggest that you are not as important as other people, but in a way that is not sincere or not very serious In my humble opinion, you were in the wrong. My humble apologies. I did not understand.
3.having a low rank or social positiona man of humble birth/origins 4.(of a thing) not large or special in any way SYNONYM modest a humble farmhouse The company has worked its way up from humble beginnings to become the market leader. |
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anticipate |
to expect something anticipate something We don't anticipate any major problems. Our anticipated arrival time is 8.30. 2. to see what might happen in the future and take action to prepare for it anticipate something We need someone who can anticipate and respond to changes in the fashion industry. |
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stroll |
to walk somewhere in a slow relaxed way People were strolling along the beach. |
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Peel |
to remove a layer, etc. from the surface of something; to come off the surface of something peel something away/off/back Carefully peel away the lining paper. peel away/off/back The label will peel off if you soak it in water. peel something from something He peeled the wet clothes from his back. |
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torch |
a small electric lamp that you can hold in your hand and carry with you Shine the torch on the lock while I try to get the key in. |
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Boasting |
به رخ کشیدن |
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bulky |
too big and taking up too much space: bulky equipment |
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Hip |
لگن |
