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gruffly B2｜中上級	In a rough or low-pitched voice In a short and unfriendly way In a deep and rough voice In a harsh or stern way In a direct and unfriendly manner	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "If you must wish," he said, gruffly, "wish for something sensible." Mr. White dropped it back in his pocket, and placing chairs, motioned his friend to the table. Examples He spoke gruffly to me. She gruffly answered his question.
drop A2｜入門	To let something fall down To stop doing something To make something go down A small amount of liquid To visit someone quickly	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "If you must wish," he said, gruffly, "wish for something sensible." Mr. White dropped it back in his pocket, and placing chairs, motioned his friend to the table. Examples A drop of rain fell on my head. I saw a drop of milk on the table. There is a drop of juice on your shirt.
motion B1｜中級入口	The process or state of moving When something changes its position or place A movement that someone or something makes The way something moves through space When something is not still but moving	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "If you must wish," he said, gruffly, "wish for something sensible." Mr. White dropped it back in his pocket, and placing chairs, motioned his friend to the table. Examples The motion of the bus was slow. She made a motion with her hand. I love watching the gentle motion of the waves.
business A2｜入門	a company or shop that sells things or services The activity of making or selling products A job or company where money is earned Work done to make money a goal or purpose related to work or trade	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text In the business of supper the talisman was partly forgotten, and afterward the three sat listening in an enthralled fashion to a second instalment of the soldier adventures in India. Examples My dad has a small business. She owns a flower business.
partly B2｜中上級	not completely; to some degree in some parts, not all parts to some degree but not completely to some extent, but not completely in part, not whole or full	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text In the business of supper the talisman was partly forgotten, and afterward the three sat listening in an enthralled fashion to a second instalment of the soldier adventures in India. Examples I came here partly to meet you. She left partly because she was tired. He agreed partly to help his friend.
forgotten B1｜中級入口	Not remembered anymore Lost from memory No longer remembered No one knows or uses it now Not kept in mind	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text In the business of supper the talisman was partly forgotten, and afterward the three sat listening in an enthralled fashion to a second instalment of the soldier adventures in India. Examples I have forgotten my keys. She has forgotten her book.
sat A1｜超入門	Moved to a sitting position and stayed there (past tense of 'sit'). To rest your bottom on something To stay in a place sitting Past action of sitting To take a seat	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text In the business of supper the talisman was partly forgotten, and afterward the three sat listening in an enthralled fashion to a second instalment of the soldier adventures in India. Examples He sat on the bench and waited for the bus. The children sat in a circle on the floor.
enthrall C1｜上級	To hold someone's attention completely and strongly When something is so interesting you cannot look away To make someone very interested and focused on something Something that captures and keeps your full interest When you are fascinated and cannot stop paying attention	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text In the business of supper the talisman was partly forgotten, and afterward the three sat listening in an enthralled fashion to a second instalment of the soldier adventures in India. Examples The story will enthrall you. Magic tricks enthrall children. Good books enthrall readers everywhere.
fashion B1｜中級入口	A way people wear clothes. A style of clothes now. How people dress. A way to make clothes. A popular way to do things.	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text In the business of supper the talisman was partly forgotten, and afterward the three sat listening in an enthralled fashion to a second instalment of the soldier adventures in India. Examples She works in the fashion industry. Short hair is in fashion this year.
second A2｜入門	Coming right after the first one The one that follows number one Next in order after the first Number two in a line or list The one after the beginning one	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text In the business of supper the talisman was partly forgotten, and afterward the three sat listening in an enthralled fashion to a second instalment of the soldier adventures in India. Examples This is my second try. She came second in the race. It's the second house there.
instalment B2｜中上級	A small part of a payment you give little by little One piece of a story told in parts A part you pay to buy something slowly A part of money paid bit by bit A small payment made over time	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text In the business of supper the talisman was partly forgotten, and afterward the three sat listening in an enthralled fashion to a second instalment of the soldier adventures in India. Examples I pay one instalment each month. She made her final instalment last week.
adventure A2｜入門	An exciting experience that is unusual or risky Something exciting that happens when you try new things A journey or activity that is thrilling and different An experience that involves danger or the unknown A bold or unusual experience or activity	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text In the business of supper the talisman was partly forgotten, and afterward the three sat listening in an enthralled fashion to a second instalment of the soldier adventures in India. Examples I love adventure stories. Life is an adventure. They went on an adventure in the mountains.
truthful B2｜中上級	telling what is real or true not lying or cheating saying only true things being honest and not hiding the truth honest and open	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "If the tale about the monkey paw is not more truthful than those he has been telling us," said Herbert, as the door closed behind their guest, just in time for him to catch the last train, "we shall not make much out of it." "Did you give him anything for it, father?" inquired Mrs. White, regarding her husband closely. Examples She is always truthful. You should always be truthful with the people you trust.
than A1｜超入門	A word used when comparing two different things Used to compare amounts or degrees between two things Used to show the difference in size, number, or degree When saying something is different in amount or degree Used after comparative adjectives and adverbs such as more, less, better, and worse	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "If the tale about the monkey paw is not more truthful than those he has been telling us," said Herbert, as the door closed behind their guest, just in time for him to catch the last train, "we shall not make much out of it." "Did you give him anything for it, father?" inquired Mrs. White, regarding her husband closely. Examples This road is longer than that one. She reads faster than her classmates. This hotel is more expensive than that one.
close A2｜入門	The final part or ending of something Near in distance or position to something When two people have a strong relationship When something almost happens or is almost true To shut or make something not open	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "If the tale about the monkey paw is not more truthful than those he has been telling us," said Herbert, as the door closed behind their guest, just in time for him to catch the last train, "we shall not make much out of it." "Did you give him anything for it, father?" inquired Mrs. White, regarding her husband closely. Examples Please close the door. The store is close by. They are very close friends.
behind A1｜超入門	At the back of something or someone After something else in order or time Not doing enough work or progress Supporting or helping someone Hidden or not easy to see	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "If the tale about the monkey paw is not more truthful than those he has been telling us," said Herbert, as the door closed behind their guest, just in time for him to catch the last train, "we shall not make much out of it." "Did you give him anything for it, father?" inquired Mrs. White, regarding her husband closely. Examples Don't leave your brother behind. The dog ran behind the tree. She stayed behind after class.
guest A2｜入門	A person who visits someone's home A person who stays at a hotel A person invited to a party A visitor who is treated well Someone invited to speak or perform	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "If the tale about the monkey paw is not more truthful than those he has been telling us," said Herbert, as the door closed behind their guest, just in time for him to catch the last train, "we shall not make much out of it." "Did you give him anything for it, father?" inquired Mrs. White, regarding her husband closely. Examples We have a guest for dinner tonight. The hotel guest checked in yesterday. She is my guest this weekend.
catch A1｜超入門	To get and hold something moving in the air To stop someone who is going away To become sick with an illness To hear or understand something To arrive in time for transport	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "If the tale about the monkey paw is not more truthful than those he has been telling us," said Herbert, as the door closed behind their guest, just in time for him to catch the last train, "we shall not make much out of it." "Did you give him anything for it, father?" inquired Mrs. White, regarding her husband closely. Examples His shirt caught in the door. Be careful! Your hair can catch in the machine. My jacket caught on the fence.
train A1｜超入門	A long vehicle that moves on rails. To teach a person or animal to do something through practice To practice regularly to improve your skills or fitness To send someone to learn a job. To guide or direct towards something.	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "If the tale about the monkey paw is not more truthful than those he has been telling us," said Herbert, as the door closed behind their guest, just in time for him to catch the last train, "we shall not make much out of it." "Did you give him anything for it, father?" inquired Mrs. White, regarding her husband closely. Examples I take the train to school every day. The train stops here.
make A1｜超入門	To create something new To cause something to happen To build or put things together To force someone to do something To prepare food or drink	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "If the tale about the monkey paw is not more truthful than those he has been telling us," said Herbert, as the door closed behind their guest, just in time for him to catch the last train, "we shall not make much out of it." "Did you give him anything for it, father?" inquired Mrs. White, regarding her husband closely. Examples I make a wish on my birthday. She makes her decision quickly. They make a promise to help us.
trifle B2｜中上級	A small amount of something A little thing not very important A small gift or present Something simple and easy to do A kind of sweet dessert with fruit and cream	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "A trifle," said he, colouring slightly. Examples She seemed a trifle nervous before the interview. Don't worry about it — it's just a trifle.
colour A1｜超入門	What you see that makes things red, blue, green, etc. The way something looks like red, yellow, or other shades Something that makes things look red, green, blue, etc. The appearance that makes things different by shade The quality of something that you can describe as red, blue, green, etc.	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "A trifle," said he, colouring slightly. Examples What colour is your bag? My favourite colour is blue. The colour is very bright.
slightly B1｜中級入口	a little bit a small amount by a small amount; used to describe a small difference not much a bit more or less	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "A trifle," said he, colouring slightly. Examples The soup is slightly hot. She is slightly tired today.
made A1｜超入門	Created or built something Did or finished an action Caused something to happen Prepared food or drink Forced or told someone to do something	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "He did not want it, but I made him take it. Examples She made a wish on her birthday. I made a mistake on the test. He made dinner for his family.
press A2｜入門	To push something down with your hand or finger When you push on something firmly To make something flat by pushing The act of pushing down on something Newspapers and people who write news	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text And he pressed me again to throw it away." "Likely," said Herbert, with pretended horror. Examples Press the red button now. She pressed her hand on mine. The press asked many questions.
throw A1｜超入門	To send something through the air with your hand To make something go from you by using your arm To move something quickly out of your hand To send something with a fast arm movement To give something by moving your arm fast	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text And he pressed me again to throw it away." "Likely," said Herbert, with pretended horror. Examples He throws the ball to his friend. Don't throw trash on the street. She throws the old papers away.
likely B1｜中級入口	Probably will happen or be true Has a good chance to happen Is expected or chosen Seems true or real Probably will do something	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text And he pressed me again to throw it away." "Likely," said Herbert, with pretended horror. Examples It is likely to rain today. He is likely to pass the exam.
pretend A2｜入門	To act like something is true when it is not To imagine something is real, especially in play To hide your true feelings or situation To claim or act as though something false is true To imagine being in a different place or situation	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text And he pressed me again to throw it away." "Likely," said Herbert, with pretended horror. Examples Let's pretend we are pirates. She likes to pretend that she is a princess. Don't pretend you're not hungry.
horror B2｜中上級	A very strong fear or shock. Something very scary or frightening. A feeling of being very upset or shocked. A scary story or film that makes you feel fear. A strong feeling of fear or shock caused by something	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text And he pressed me again to throw it away." "Likely," said Herbert, with pretended horror. Examples I don't like horror movies. To her horror, she found the door was locked from the outside. The survivors described the horror of the earthquake.
rich A2｜入門	having a lot of money having lots of good things full of something good having a strong taste or smell something that gives a lot of value or pleasure	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "Why, we going to be rich, and famous and happy. Examples She is rich enough to retire at forty. This soup has a rich, creamy flavor.
famous A2｜入門	Known by many people Well known to many people Seen or heard about by many Known and liked by many Very popular and known	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "Why, we going to be rich, and famous and happy. Examples This is a famous painting. She is a famous singer. Paris is famous for good food.
happy A1｜超入門	Feeling good and smiley Glad or in good spirits. Willing or glad to do something. Feeling nice inside Glad about something	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "Why, we going to be rich, and famous and happy. Examples The movie has a happy ending. It's a happy story about friendship. This book is a happy tale.
emperor B2｜中上級	A man who rules a big country or many countries. A male ruler who is higher in rank than a king and rules an empire. A king who leads an empire. A very powerful leader of many countries. The supreme ruler of an empire and its people.	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text Wish to be an emperor, father, to begin with; then you can not be henpecked." He darted round the table, pursued by the maligned Mrs. White armed with an antimacassar. Examples The Roman emperor ruled over a vast empire. Napoleon was one of the most famous emperors in European history.
begin A1｜超入門	To start something. To do something first. To happen first. To make something start. To start doing or using something new.	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text Wish to be an emperor, father, to begin with; then you can not be henpecked." He darted round the table, pursued by the maligned Mrs. White armed with an antimacassar. Examples The movie begins at seven o'clock. I begin my homework after dinner. School begins in September every year.
henpeck C1｜上級	To repeatedly nag or boss your partner around To keep criticizing and controlling someone, especially a partner When someone bosses their partner around all the time To criticize and find fault with your spouse constantly A woman who always complains to her husband	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text Wish to be an emperor, father, to begin with; then you can not be henpecked." He darted round the table, pursued by the maligned Mrs. White armed with an antimacassar. Examples He is so henpecked that he can't make any decision on his own. She henpecks her husband about everything, from what he wears to what he eats. He feels henpecked at home.
dart A2｜入門	A small pointed object thrown at a target To move very quickly and suddenly in a particular direction A fast sudden movement in one direction To move somewhere very fast and suddenly A quick rush or run to somewhere	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text Wish to be an emperor, father, to begin with; then you can not be henpecked." He darted round the table, pursued by the maligned Mrs. White armed with an antimacassar. Examples The dart missed the target. He darted across the room. The children darted out of school at the end of the day.
pursue B2｜中上級	When something follows along the same path or direction When you try hard to reach a goal When you go after someone or something To continue investigating or dealing with a matter seriously When you continue doing something over time	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text Wish to be an emperor, father, to begin with; then you can not be henpecked." He darted round the table, pursued by the maligned Mrs. White armed with an antimacassar. Examples She wants to pursue her dreams. They will pursue the case further. He decided to pursue a new career.
malign C1｜上級	To say bad or untrue things about someone To criticize or speak badly about someone, often unfairly To damage someone's reputation through harmful or false statements To attack someone with mean or false words To say things that damage the image or reputation of another person	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text Wish to be an emperor, father, to begin with; then you can not be henpecked." He darted round the table, pursued by the maligned Mrs. White armed with an antimacassar. Examples Don't malign people without proof. Critics maligned the director unfairly. Rival politicians often malign each other in the press.
antimacassar C1｜上級	A cloth placed on the back or headrest of a chair. A small cover to keep a chair clean. A cloth to protect chair fabric. A piece of cloth for chair protection. Cloth on chair to stop hair oil marks.	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text Wish to be an emperor, father, to begin with; then you can not be henpecked." He darted round the table, pursued by the maligned Mrs. White armed with an antimacassar. Examples The antimacassar is white. Put an antimacassar on the chair.
eyed B1｜中級入口	Looked at with your eyes carefully Watched something closely Watched something with curiosity or suspicion Looked at with interest Looked at something carefully before acting	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text Mr. White took the paw from his pocket and eyed it dubiously. Examples She eyed the cake hungrily. He eyed the stranger with suspicion.
dubiously C1｜上級	in a way showing doubt or not sure in a way that shows you do not trust in a way that shows you think something is doubtful or hard to believe in a way that seems dishonest, suspicious, or morally questionable in a way showing you think something might be false	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text Mr. White took the paw from his pocket and eyed it dubiously. Examples She looked at him dubiously. He listened dubiously to the story.
fact A2｜入門	Something true and real. True information or data. Something known to be right. A real thing that can be checked. A piece of true knowledge.	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "I do not know what to wish for, and that a fact," he said, slowly. Examples It is a fact that water boils. Tell me the facts about cats. That story is based on facts.
seem A2｜入門	To give the impression of being something To appear to be in a certain way To give an impression about a situation To look like something is true or real To appear a certain way to other people	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "It seems to me I got all I want." "If you only cleared the house, you be quite happy, would not you?" said Herbert, with his hand on his shoulder. Examples You seem happy today. Is something good happening? It seems like a nice day. They seem very friendly.
clear A2｜入門	Something that is easy to understand or see Obvious or certain, with no doubt Free from clouds, dirt, or anything blocking sight or sound When you can understand something without confusion Something that is plain and simple to know	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "It seems to me I got all I want." "If you only cleared the house, you be quite happy, would not you?" said Herbert, with his hand on his shoulder. Examples The instructions are clear and easy to follow. I made myself clear. It's clear he likes her.
quite B1｜中級入口	very or to a large degree completely or fully fairly or to a moderate degree almost or nearly fairly or moderately	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "It seems to me I got all I want." "If you only cleared the house, you be quite happy, would not you?" said Herbert, with his hand on his shoulder. Examples The movie was good but not quite perfect. I like it, but not quite enough to buy it. She is tall but not quite as tall as him.
hundred A1｜超入門	The number that comes after ninety-nine Used to talk about an approximate large number (informal) The amount of one more than ninety-nine The number between ninety-nine and one-oh-one A count of ten groups of ten	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "Well, wish for two hundred pounds, then; that just do it." His father, smiling shamefacedly at his own credulity, held up the talisman, as his son, with a solemn face, somewhat marred by a wink at his mother, sat down at the piano and struck a few impressive chords. Examples There are one hundred chairs in the room. I need three hundred dollars for rent. She has five hundred books at home.
pound A2｜入門	The money used in the United Kingdom A unit of weight equal to 16 ounces or about 453 grams. To hit something hard and repeatedly. A unit of money used in the UK (written as £). What people pay with in the UK	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "Well, wish for two hundred pounds, then; that just do it." His father, smiling shamefacedly at his own credulity, held up the talisman, as his son, with a solemn face, somewhat marred by a wink at his mother, sat down at the piano and struck a few impressive chords. Examples A cup of coffee costs about three pounds in London. I need to change some dollars into pounds. Do you accept pounds here?
smile A1｜超入門	A happy or friendly expression made by turning up the corners of your mouth A happy look on your face When you show joy with your face A friendly expression you make with your mouth The way your face looks when pleased	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "Well, wish for two hundred pounds, then; that just do it." His father, smiling shamefacedly at his own credulity, held up the talisman, as his son, with a solemn face, somewhat marred by a wink at his mother, sat down at the piano and struck a few impressive chords. Examples She smiled warmly at the new student. Please smile for the photo. He always makes me smile.
shamefacedly C1｜上級	in a way that shows you feel ashamed or embarrassed doing something while feeling ashamed or guilty about your actions showing you feel bad about what you did in a quiet and shy way because of a mistake behaving in a way that shows you feel ashamed of what you did	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "Well, wish for two hundred pounds, then; that just do it." His father, smiling shamefacedly at his own credulity, held up the talisman, as his son, with a solemn face, somewhat marred by a wink at his mother, sat down at the piano and struck a few impressive chords. Examples She smiled shamefacedly and apologized. He looked shamefacedly at the floor.
own A2｜入門	To have something that belongs to you; to possess something Something that belongs to you To legally possess something, such as property or an object Not shared with others Made or done by yourself	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "Well, wish for two hundred pounds, then; that just do it." His father, smiling shamefacedly at his own credulity, held up the talisman, as his son, with a solemn face, somewhat marred by a wink at his mother, sat down at the piano and struck a few impressive chords. Examples I cook my own dinner every night. She has her own car now. They made their own choice.