A1 Flashcards
band
Noun
1
a flat, thin strip or loop of material put around something, typically to hold it together or to decorate it.
wads of banknotes fastened with gummed paper bands
2
a stripe or elongated area of a different color, texture, or composition than its surroundings.
a long, narrow band of cloud
4
a group of people who have a common interest or purpose.
guerrilla bands
Verb
1
surround (an object) with something in the form of a strip or ring, typically for reinforcement or decoration.
doors are banded with iron to make them stronger
2
mark (something) with a stripe or stripes of a different color.
the bird’s bill is banded across the middle with black
3
(of people or organizations) form a group for a mutual purpose.
local people banded together to fight the company
bar
Noun
1
a long rod or rigid piece of wood, metal, or similar material, typically used as an obstruction, fastening, or weapon.
an iron bar
Verb
1
fasten (something, especially a door or window) with a bar or bars.
she bolts and bars the door
base
`Noun
1
the lowest part or edge of something, especially the part on which it rests or is supported.
she sat down at the base of a tree
Verb
1
have as the foundation for (something); use as a point from which (something) can develop.
the film is based on a novel by Pat Conroy
Adjective
1
(of a person or a person’s actions or feelings) without moral principles; ignoble.
the electorate’s baser instincts of greed and selfishness
catch
Verb
1
intercept and hold (something which has been thrown, propelled, or dropped).
she threw the bottle into the air and caught it again
2
capture (a person or animal that tries or would try to escape).
we hadn’t caught a single rabbit
coat
Noun
1
an outer garment worn outdoors, having sleeves and typically extending below the hips.
a winter coat
2
an animal’s covering of fur or hair.
a dog’s coat may become tangled and matted
Verb
1
provide with a layer or covering of something; apply a coat to.
coat each part with a thin oil
coldly
Adverb
1
without affection or warmth of feeling; unemotionally.
Derek looked at her coldly
course
Noun
1
the route or direction followed by a ship, aircraft, road, or river.
the road adopts a tortuous course along the coast
2
a dish, or a set of dishes served together, forming one of the successive parts of a meal.
guests are offered a choice of main course
Verb
1
(of liquid) move without obstruction; flow.
tears were coursing down her cheeks
disapproving
Adjective
1
expressing an unfavorable opinion.
he shot a disapproving glance at her
dishonestly
Adverb
1
in an untrustworthy, deceitful, or insincere way.
he admitted six offenses of dishonestly obtaining money
excited
Adjective
1
very enthusiastic and eager.
they were excited about the prospect
exciting
Adjective
1
causing great enthusiasm and eagerness.
an exciting breakthrough
film
Noun
1
a thin flexible strip of plastic or other material coated with light-sensitive emulsion for exposure in a camera, used to produce photographs or motion pictures.
he had already shot a whole roll of film
2
a motion picture; a movie.
a horror film
Verb
1
capture on film as part of a series of moving images; make a movie of (a story or event).
she glowered at the television crew who were filming them
2
become or appear to become covered with a thin layer of something.
his eyes had filmed over
fine
Adjective
1
of high quality.
this was a fine piece of filmmaking
freshly
Adverb
1
newly; recently.
freshly ground black pepper
generously
Adverb
1
in a way that shows a readiness to give more of something, especially money, than is necessary or expected.
everyone is asked to give generously to this worthy cause
2
enough or more than enough in size or amount; plentifully.
generously butter a baking sheet
