1 : no longer existing an extinct (species of) animal Many of these old traditions have since become extinct. 2 : no longer active an extinct volcano
Category: Англійська щодня
Verb > insinuate
This word has Latin roots that literally mean “to curve in, to bend in, or to wind in.” To insinuate something is to hint at it without saying it directly. And, to insinuate yourself into something is to sneak your Read More …
Adjective > Dress
Noun > Charity
1 [noncount] : the act of giving money, food, or other kinds of help to people who are poor, sick, etc. The holidays are a time for charity and good will. also : something (such as money or food) that Read More …
Noun > Scale
Verb > Sting
1 of an insect, plant, or animal : to hurt (someone) by piercing the skin with a sharp, pointed part that usually contains poison [+ object] I got stung by a bee. The jellyfish stung the swimmer. [no object] The Read More …
Idiom > Work your magic
Verb > DISPENSE
Even if you already know the word “dispense,” it’s worthy of your consideration: you might be able to use it (and its related forms) more flexibly. It has Latin roots that literally mean “to pay out.” When you dispense things, Read More …
Noun > Shut-eye
Verb > Tear down
to completely destroy (something, such as a building or wall) They tore down the old hospital and built a new one. We’re planning to tear down the wall between the kitchen and the dining room. — often used figuratively tearing Read More …