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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.

325 words & expressions

list

word A1

a set of names, things, or tasks written one after another; to write them that way a number of connected items or names written or printed consecutively, typically one below the other A series of names, items, or tasks written or printed together; also, to record or register items in such a way.

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listen

word A1

to give attention to sounds or to what someone says to pay attention to sounds; to hear someone or something with thoughtful attention to pay attention to sound; to pay attention to sounds; to hear someone or something with thoughtful attention to pay attention to sound

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listen carefully

phrase A1

to pay close, focused attention to what is being said

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listen in

phrasal verb

To listen to a conversation between others, either unobtrusively or secretly

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litany

word C2

a tedious recital or repetitive series of things

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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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literary

word B1

relating to literature or serious writing concerning the writing, study, or content of literature

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literature

word B1

written works, especially those considered of superior or lasting artistic merit, such as novels, poetry, and plays

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litigation

word C1

the process of taking legal action in a court of law

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little

word A1

small in size, amount, age, or importance Small in size, amount, or degree.; Small in size, amount, or degree.

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little by little

phrase

slowly; in small increments or amounts over time

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live

word A1

to have your home in a place; to be alive to have life; to reside in a particular place; to exist to be alive; to reside in a place; to exist to be alive or to reside in a place; to make one's home in a particular place; to reside; to be alive; to have life; to reside in a particular place; to exist to be alive; to reside in a place; to exist to be alive or to reside in a place

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Live and Learn

proverb

To learn from one's mistakes or unexpected life experiences

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Live and Let Live

proverb

To accept other people's differences and allow them to live as they choose without interference

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Live down

phrasal verb

To overcome, recover from, or make people forget an embarrassing mistake over time

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Live it up

phrase

to enjoy oneself thoroughly, extravagantly, or enthusiastically without worrying about costs or worries; To enjoy oneself extravagantly and have an exciting, lavish time

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live on

phrasal verb

To have a particular amount of money or salary to cover basic living expenses.

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live performance

phrase

an act of musical, theatrical, or artistic entertainment presented before a real audience in real time

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Live up to

phrasal verb

to meet or fulfill high expectations, standards, or promises

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live with

phrase A1

to share a home with someone

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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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lively

word A2

full of life, energy, active and enthusiastic full of life and energy; animated; cheerful

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Living the Dream

idiom

Experiencing an ideal, highly satisfying lifestyle (often used sincerely or ironically)

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load

word A2

a heavy amount carried by someone or something; to put things into or onto something to put goods or cargo onto a vehicle; to fill something with a heavy quantity something that is carried or put into a container or vehicle; to put goods or cargo onto a vehicle; to fill something with a heavy quantity something that is carried or put into a container or vehicle

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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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local

word A2

connected with a particular nearby place or area belonging or relating to a particular area or neighborhood; a person living in a particular area relating to a particular area or neighborhood; belonging or relating to a particular area or neighborhood; a person living in a particular area relating to a particular area or neighborhood

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local community

phrase B1

the people living in a particular local area

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local people

phrase A2

people who live in a particular area or community

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Local specialty

phrase

a particular distinct dish, delicacy, or craft produced traditionally and renowned in a specific region

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locate

word B1

to find the position of someone or something; to place something somewhere to find the exact position or place of something

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location

word B1

the place where someone or something is a particular place or position; a particular place or position

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lock

word A2

a device for closing something; to close something with a key or code a mechanism for keeping a door, lid, etc., fastened, typically operated only by a key of a particular form to secure something with a key or mechanism; to become fixed in position to fasten with a lock; to secure; to prevent access a mechanism for keeping a door, container, or object secure to fasten something securely with a key or device; a fastening device

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Lock down security

phrasal verb

to heavily reinforce, tighten, or strictly restrict access to digital systems and devices to prevent intrusion

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Lock, Stock, and Barrel

idiom

Completely, entirely, including every single part

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Locust

word C1

a large gregarious grasshopper that swarms in huge numbers, causing massive destruction to crops

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log

word B1

an official or systematic record of events, observations, or financial data

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Log in

phrasal verb

to enter your username and password to gain access to a computer system or website

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Log into portal

phrase

to access an online learning platform or educational website by submitting credentials

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