relic /ˈrɛlɪk/ noun 1 . something that is from a past time, place, culture, etc. — often followed by of or from relics of ancient China relics from the war This law is a relic of …
videographer /ˌvɪdiˈɑgrəfɚ/ noun [count] a person who records images or events using a video camera The videographer is ready to begin recording. — videography /ˌvɪdiˈɑgrəfi/ noun [noncount]
blunt /blʌnt/ adjective 1 having a thick edge or point ; not sharp scissors with blunt [=rounded] ends He was hit over the head with a blunt instrument [=an object without sharp edges …
framework /ˈfreɪmˌwɚk/ noun 1 . the basic structure of something These influences threaten the very framework of our society. 2. a set of ideas or facts that provide support for something The …
wear out / ˈwɛr ˈaʊt/ phrasal verb 1 wear (someone) out or wear out (someone) : to make (someone) tired All that work in the yard yesterday really wore me out. She was worn out [=exhausted] from exercising. 2 wear out or wear …
Disposition /ˌdɪspəˈzɪʃən/ noun 1 [count] : the usual attitude or mood of a person or animal He always had a cheerful/nervous disposition. [=temperament, personality] It’s nice to work with someone who has such a sunny disposition. [=who …
baggy /ˈbægi/ adjective of clothingvery loose : not tight baggy jeans/sweaters These pants are too baggy at the knees.
dam /dæm/ noun [count] a structure that is built across a river or stream to stop water from flowing The government has plans to build a dam and flood the valley. …
abode /əˈboʊd/ noun [count] formal + humorous– the place where someone lives — usually singular The cottage became their abode[=home] for the summer. Welcome to my humble abode. — often used in legal language How long has …
technician /tɛkˈnɪʃən/ noun [count] 1 . a person whose job relates to the practical use of machines or science in industry, medicine, etc. medical/X-ray/laboratory technicians They hired a technician to help maintain the …