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THE ENGLISH DICTIONARY

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CEFR LEVEL

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

1242 words & expressions

Jar

word B2

a wide-mouthed container, typically cylindrical and made of glass or pottery

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jaw

word B2

each of the upper and lower bony structures forming the framework of the mouth

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jerk

word B2

a quick, sharp, sudden movement; an abrupt pull or tug

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jury

word B2

a body of people sworn to give a verdict in a legal case or competition a group of people sworn to give a verdict in a legal case based on the evidence; a group of people sworn to give a verdict in a legal case based on the evidence

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justify

word B2

to give a good reason for something, especially a decision or action to show or prove that something is right or reasonable

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keen

word B2

very interested or eager; also sharp and quick to notice sharp; acute; intense; eager Having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm; sharp or highly developed (for senses).

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keeper

word B2

a person who manages, guards, or takes care of something, such as a goalkeeper or zoo attendant

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key detail

phrase B2

an essential or crucial piece of specific information

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key factor

phrase B2

a central or decisive influence in a result or outcome

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Kidney

word B2

either of a pair of organs that filter waste products from the blood and produce urine

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kneel

word B2

To go down on one or both knees; to rest the body on the knees.

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knot

word B2

a fastening made by looping a piece of string or rope upon itself; to tie in a knot

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label

word B2

a small piece of paper or name that gives information about something a small piece of paper or material attached to something to identify or describe it a small piece of paper, fabric, or material attached to an object giving information about it; to attach such a tag or to describe someone or something in a particular way; A small piece of paper, fabric, or plastic attached to an object giving information about it.

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lap

word B2

the flat area between the waist and knees of a seated person; the flat area between the waist and knees of a seated person; one circuit of a track or course the top part of the legs of a person when sitting; one complete trip around a track or course As noun: the flat area between the waist and knees of a seated person; As verb: to drink liquid with the tongue.

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last minute

phrase B2

the latest possible time before an event or deadline

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lawmaker

word B2

A person who drafts or enacts laws, especially a member of a legislative body.

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lawn

word B2

an area of grass-covered land kept mowed near a house or in a park

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Lazily

word B2

in a way that shows unwillingness to work or use energy; sluggishly

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leaflet

word B2

a printed sheet of paper containing information or advertising, usually distributed free

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leak

word B2

an accidental hole or crack through which liquid or gas escapes, or the liquid or gas that escapes; a hole in a container or covering through which contents escape or enter accidentally to allow liquid or gas to escape; or a hole through which liquid or gas can escape

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lease

word B2

A legal contract conveying property or equipment for a specified period; to rent out or take on lease.

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leave out

phrasal verb B2

To omit or exclude someone or something from a document, list, or conversation.; to omit or exclude someone or something

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legacy

word B2

Something handed down from a predecessor or from the past; heritage, inheritance, or a lasting imprint.; An amount of money or property left to someone in a will; something left or handed down by a predecessor. An amount of money or property left to someone in a will. Something left or handed down by a predecessor; heritage or inheritance. Something handed down from the past, such as money, property, or traditions.

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legend

word B2

A traditional story regarded as historical but unauthenticated; or an extremely famous and admired person.; a traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated; an extremely famous or notorious person A traditional story popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated; also a famous person admired for achievements.

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legislation

word B2

laws made or planned by a government laws considered collectively, or the act of making laws

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legislature

word B2

the legislative body of a country or state that has the power to make laws

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Lentil

word B2

a small round flat seed of a leguminous plant, used as food

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liberal

word B2

willing to respect or accept behaviour or opinions different from one's own; open to new ideas

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lick

word B2

to pass the tongue over a surface

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lid

word B2

a removable cover for the top of a container

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lifetime

word B2

the duration of a person's life, or the duration of an object's existence The duration of a person's life or the existence of something.

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likewise

word B2

in the same way, or in a similar manner; also

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linger

word B2

to stay in a place longer than necessary, or slow to disappear or die out

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literacy

word B2

the ability to read and write; competence or knowledge in a specified area; the ability to read and write; competence or knowledge in a specified area the ability to read and write

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literally

word B2

in the exact or real meaning, not as an exaggeration in a literal manner or sense; exactly

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livelihood

word B2

A means of securing the necessities of life; income or employment supporting oneself.; A means of securing the necessities of life; a way of making a living. a means of securing the necessities of life; the work that provides income to support oneself and family A means of securing the necessities of life.

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loan

word B2

a thing that is borrowed, especially a sum of money that is expected to be paid back with interest

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lobby

word B2

an entrance hall or reception area; a group attempting to influence legislators a large open area near the entrance of a building; also a group trying to influence decisions.

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lucrative

word B2

Producing a great deal of profit; highly profitable.

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lunar eclipse

word B2

an astronomical event in which the earth comes between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow on the moon

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