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THE ENGLISH DICTIONARY

English English

CEFR LEVEL

3335 entries have no recorded CEFR level and are included in All.

41 words & expressions

Backbone

word B2

the series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the pelvis; spine

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ban

word B2

an official or legal prohibition; or to officially forbid something

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bankrupt

word B2

to reduce a person or organization to financial ruin; declared in law unable to pay debts

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barrier

word B2

something that blocks movement, progress, or communication A fence or other obstacle that prevents movement or access. something that blocks or prevents movement or progress a fence, obstacle, or circumstance that prevents progress or access; A fence or other obstacle that prevents movement, progress, or access.; A fence or other obstacle that prevents movement or access. something that blocks or prevents movement or progress a fence, obstacle, or circumstance that prevents progress or access

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barriers

word B2

obstacles or problems that prevent movement, access, or progress

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Basil

word B2

an aromatic culinary herb of the mint family with fragrant leaves, widely used in Italian and Mediterranean cooking

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beam

word B2

a ray or shaft of light; also a long sturdy piece of timber or metal used in construction a ray or shaft of light; a long piece of wood or metal used to support weight; a ray or shaft of light; a long piece of wood or metal used to support weight

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become personal

phrase B2

to start involving personal feelings, criticism, or hostility

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bedstead

word B2

the framework of a bed supporting the springs and mattress

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Beet

word B2

a plant with an edible fleshy round dark red root used as a vegetable

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Beetle

word B2

an insect with hard protective front wing covers that enclose the flying wings

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Beforehand

word B2

in advance; ahead of time; earlier

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beneficial

word B2

Producing good or helpful results; favorable or advantageous.

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betray

word B2

to expose one's group or person to danger by treacherous disloyalty, or break trust

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bid

word B2

an offer of a price, especially at an auction; an attempt or effort to achieve something; or to offer a certain price

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bind

word B2

to tie or fasten something tightly; or to unite or hold someone legally or morally

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biodegradable

word B2

Capable of being decomposed by bacteria or other living organisms without causing harm to the environment.

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biological

word B2

relating to biology or living organisms relating to the science of biology or to life and living organisms

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bitterly

word B2

In a way that shows deep anger, hurt, or severity; extremely.

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blade

word B2

the flat, sharp cutting edge of a knife, tool, or weapon

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blockchain

word B2

A decentralized, distributed digital ledger used to record transactions across many computers securely.

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bloody

word B2

covered with blood; in British informal speech, used as a rude intensifier covered in, involving, or containing blood; also used informally for emphasis in British English.

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blueprint

word B2

A detailed technical drawing or design plan, or a comprehensive guide for achieving a goal.

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blunder

word B2

a stupid or careless mistake; a serious error in judgment

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Bluntly

word B2

in a direct way without trying to be polite; frankly

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Boldly

word B2

in a confident and brave way; without fear

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bomber

word B2

a military aircraft designed to drop bombs; a person who plants bombs

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boost

word B2

to increase or improve something To increase, improve, or raise something.

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bottleneck

word B2

a narrow section or stage in a process that impedes progress or slows down flow; a point of congestion or blockage that slows down an entire process Narrow path or obstruction, a place or situation where flow becomes slow.; Narrow path or obstruction, a place or situation where flow becomes slow.

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Bouquet

word B2

an attractively arranged bunch of flowers, especially one presented as a gift or carried at a ceremony

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branch out

phrasal verb B2

To expand into new sectors, technological areas, or business pursuits; to expand or diversify into new areas of activity or business

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branding

word B2

The marketing practice of creating a name, symbol, or design that identifies and differentiates a product from others.

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break down

phrasal verb B2

To separate an overall expense, bill, or budget into itemized details; to divide into smaller parts for analysis; to stop working or collapse

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breakthrough

word B2

a sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development; A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development. A sudden, important development or discovery in research, problem solving, or any project. An important discovery or development that overcomes a barrier and achieves sudden progress. A sudden important development or achievement that makes progress possible. a significant or sudden advance or discovery

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bribe

word B2

A sum of money or other inducement offered to someone to influence their official conduct dishonestly.; a sum of money or something valuable given to someone to persuade them to do something dishonest or illegal To persuade someone to act in one's favor, typically illegally, by offering money or gifts.

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bring up

phrasal verb B2

to mention or introduce a topic for discussion; to introduce a topic for discussion; to raise a child

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bud

word B2

a compact knoblike growth on a plant which develops into a leaf or flower

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build on

phrasal verb B2

to use existing success or strengths as a foundation for further progress; to use an existing achievement, idea, or success as a base for further development

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bureaucracy

word B2

a system of government or management characterized by complex rules, procedures, and red tape

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burial site

word B2

An area of ground or a designated place where bodies are buried.

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