LETTER C Flashcards
Cambridge
A city in England, administrative centre of Cambridgeshire, on the River Cam: centred around the university, founded in the 12th century: electronics, biotechnology
Can, noun
A container in which products are hermetically sealed for preservation until use
Can I get your number?
expression for ask by a contact number
Cap·il·lar·y
/ˈkapəˌlerē/
noun
*ANATOMY
any of the fine branching blood vessels that form a network between the arterioles and venules.
*A tube that has an internal diameter of hairlike thinness.
adjective
relating to capillaries or capillarity.
“capillary blood”
Captivated
Attract and hold the interest and attention of; charm.
- “He was captivated by her beauty”
Carbon-zero
If a company or an organization is carbon-zero, it does not release any carbon dioxide into the environment or it removes the same amount of carbon dioxide from the environment as it puts into it.
- Our journey to carbon zero. Because the world can’t wait, and we won’t either.
- We’ll be carbon zero on energy-related emissions by 2048
Career fair
Also called job fair or recruitment fair, is a recruiting event (either virtual or in-person) during which employers and recruiters meet with job seekers in order to discuss job opportunities
- A recent career fair on the campus drew more than half the student body
- A quick glance at the companies that attend and actively hire at career fair would undoubtedly solidify this conjecture
Carry
- support and move (someone or something) from one place to another.
“medics were carrying a wounded man on a stretcher” - support the weight of.
“the bridge is capable of carrying even the heaviest loads”
Cart noun and verb
A strong open vehicle with two or four wheels, typically used for carrying loads and pulled by a horse.
- A horse and cart
Convey or put in a cart or similar vehicle. Verv
- The produce was packed in crates and carted to Kansas City
To carry (a heavy or cumbersome object) somewhere with difficulty
- They carted the piano down three flights of stairs
Cashier
a person handling payments and receipts in a store, bank, or other business.
Catch a bus
Catching a bus describes the process of getting to a stop/station, waiting and boarding. Taking a bus describes the entire process, including the journey itself. Much of the time, the distinction isn’t important.
- I need to catch a bus to get to school on time
- You’d really need to catch a bus. Then catch a bus to Nairobi
Chain
a connected flexible series of metal links used for fastening or securing objects and pulling or supporting loads.
- “the front door was locked with a chain”
- “I opened the door but kept the chain on”
- “he made a necklace from a length of chain”
Chain battle
Chain rattle
To annoy or irritate
- Now, as Ella ‘s voice faded out, the rattle of a chain was heard clanking fiercely onto the floor.
- When he shook one of the rings, it made the chain rattle—loud enough for someone to hear—so he gave that up
- When someone gets into trouble, in prison they give him a dressing gown and put chains to rattle
Cham·ber
/ˈCHāmbər/
*A large room used for formal or public events.
“a council chamber”
*A private room, especially a bedroom.
“he had his meals brought to his chamber”
*Place (a bullet) into the chamber of a gun.
“he chambered a fresh cartridge”
Chase
Pursue in order to catch or catch up with.
“police chased the stolen car through the city”
She chased the thief for 100 yards. He said nothing to waiting journalists, who chased after him as he left.
Chatter
Verb:
* Talk rapidly or incessantly about trivial matters. Ex: “the kids chattered and splashed at the edge of the lagoon”
Noun:
* Incessant trivial talk.
“a stream of idle chatter”
* A series of quick high-pitched sounds.
“the chatter of a typewriter”
Cheat
Act dishonestly or unfairly in order to gain an advantage, especially in a game or examination. Ex: She always cheats at cards
Cheating death
Example for Avoid something undesirable by luck or skill
As a racing driver, he was involved in many serious crashes and had cheated death on several occasions.
make fun of each other’s misfortunes. Marsh is in fine health, but a life spent helping people cheat death has made him wary. They cheat death time and again
Checked noun and verb
Having a pattern of small squares.
- A checked shirt
Check in past
- He checked a clock next to the bed. 3: 23
- She checked my king
- I checked through my notes
- I checked my bag and got my boarding pass
Cheeky
Impudent or irreverent, typically in an endearing or amusing way.
- A cheeky grin.
Cheer up
make someone less miserable.
“I asked her out to lunch to cheer her up”
Chess
a board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent’s king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (
Chew
bite and work (food) in the mouth with the teeth, especially to make it easier to swallow.
- He was chewing a mouthful of toast
Chilterns
The Chiltern Hills are a chalk escarpment in the UK northwest of London, covering 660 square miles across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, and Bedfordshire, stretching 45 miles from Goring-on-Thames in the southwest to Hitchin in the northeast.
Chill out
Calm out
*Chill out! We’ll get there on time!
*After raves, we used to chill out in each others’ bedrooms.
*Sit down and chill out!
*Chill out, Dad. The train doesn’t leave for another hour!
*They sometimes meet up to chill out and drink a few beers.
*Will you chill out?
*Shelly, just chill out, okay.
Chopping board
a wooden or plastic board on which foods (such as meats and vegetables) are cut : cutting board.
Chopstick
each of a pair of small, thin, tapered sticks of wood, ivory, or plastic, held together in one hand and used as eating utensils, especially by the Chinese, the Japanese, and other people in eastern Asia.
Chore
an unpleasant but necessary task.
“shaving is such a chore”
“he sees interviews as a chore”
“gardening had become a chore rather than a pleasure”
Chuckles
Verb:
* Laugh quietly or inwardly.
“I chuckled at the astonishment on her face”
Noun:
* A quiet or suppressed laugh.
“Melissa gave a chuckle”
Cinderella
A girl who achieves fame after being obscure. A poor, neglected, or unsuccessful person or thing. One suffering undeserved neglect.
Citizen
a legally recognized subject or national of a state or commonwealth, either native or naturalized.
“a Polish citizen”
Citroën
The car manufacturer Citroën, founded by André Citroën, his surname was Dutch and the diaeresis was added when his family moved to France. “Citroen” is a Dutch word that means “lemon”
- He drove a Citroen 2CV, and was ineffectual
Claim
(Verb) State or assert that something is the case, typically without providing evidence or proof.
- He claimed that he came from a wealthy, educated family
(Noun) An assertion of the truth of something, typically one that is disputed or in doubt.
- He was dogged by the claim that he had CIA links
(Noun) Demand or request for something considered one’s due
- The court had denied their claims to asylum
Clamp a hand over her mouth
Expression. Cover your mouth
Clean out
- Throughly clean the inside of something
- my mom says I have to go and clean out the hamster’s cage
Clergyperson
a person who is a member of the clergy especially in a Christian church.
* This leaves a vacancy for a young, ambitious clergyperson.
* a clergyperson of your choice would be the best one to advise on this spiritual matter
Cliff
- a steep rock face, especially at the edge of the sea.
“a path along the top of rugged cliffs”
Climb aboard
to embark; go on board; to go aboard; to get in; to climb aboard; to ship. embark verb (embarks, embarked, embarking)
Cling //
Clingy
Hold on tightly to.
“she clung to Joe’s arm”
//
tending to stay very close to someone (such as a parent) for emotional support, protection, etc. a clingy child. Some kids act out or become whiny to get a parent’s attention; others become clingy or fearful.
Cloves
The dried flower bud of a tropical tree, used as a pungent aromatic spice
Clueless
having no knowledge, understanding, or ability.
“you’re clueless about how to deal with the world”
Colossal
Large
comb noun and verb
- a strip of plastic, metal, or wood with a row of narrow teeth, used for untangling or arranging the hair.
- a device for separating and dressing textile fibers.
verb - untangle or arrange (the hair) by drawing a comb through it.
“she combed her hair and put some lipstick on” - prepare (wool, flax, or cotton) for manufacture with a comb.
“the wool had been cleaned and combed”
Come from
Originate in something, have something as its source
- The word caviar comes from the italian caviale
Be the result of something
- There is an incredible freedom that comes from being in control of your finances
Have as one’s place of birth or residence
- I come from the Bronx
Come up with
Produce something, especially when pressured or challenged. Ex: “he keeps coming up with all kinds of lame excuses”
Commit
Carry out or perpetrate (a mistake, crime, or immoral act).
- He committed an uncharacteristic error
Complain
To express grief, pain, or discontent He works hard but he never complains.
If you’re unhappy with the service, you should complain to the manager.
The students complained that the test was too hard.
“These shoes are too tight,” he complained.
Comprise
- Consist of, made up of
- The country comprises twenty states
- Make up, constitute
- the single breed comprises 50% of the Swiss cattle population
Computing
the use or operation of computers.
“developments in mathematics and computing”
- “they both work in computing”
- “However, the same weights are applied in computing percentages for both states.”
- “Such a switch could be useful in communications and optical computing.”
- “Where the money will be is in supplying personal computing, not personal computers.”
Concise
Giving a lot of information clearly and in a few words; brief but comprehensive.
- A concise account of the country’s history`
Consumer
A person who buys goods or services
*The rise in transport cost will mean higher prices for the consumer
*Consumer advertising is only a small part of our marketing mix because we are mainly focused on corporate clients
Convention
- a way in which something is usually done, especially within a particular area or activity.
“the woman who overturned so many conventions of children’s literature”
2.
an agreement between countries covering particular matters, especially one less formal than a treaty.
“the convention, signed by the six states bordering on the Black Sea, aims to prevent further pollution”
Convey
Transport or carry to a place.
- Pipes were laid to convey water to the house
Make (an idea, impression, or feeling) known or understandable to someone.
- The real virtues and diversity of America had never been conveyed in the movies
Communicate (a message or information)
- Mr. Harvey and his daughter have asked me to convey their very kind regards
Cookware
the range of pans and pots which are used in cooking.
* “Never cook on high heat with stainless cookware.”
* “Glass ceramics are used for range tops, counter tops, dinnerware, and cookware.”
* “Dishes and cookware, for example, would come in handy.”
* “The counters were covered with dirty dishes and cookware.”
Copycat
Someone who copies the work or mimics the actions of others. Example of use: “Ned is a copycat- he can imitate they way you walk and talk!”
Corridor
a long passage in a building from which doors lead into rooms.
“his room lay at the very end of the corridor”
Costume verb and noun
- a set of clothes in a style typical of a particular country or historical period.
“authentic Elizabethan costumes”
*dress (someone) in a particular set of clothes.
“the dolls are elaborately costumed in fancy nineteenth-century dresses”
Council
An advisory, deliberative, or legislative body of people formally constituted and meeting regularly.
- An official human rights council
- The council met to balance the budget.
- The council esteemed the vote necessary
Countertop in US and Worktop in UK
A level surface (such as a table, shelf or display case) over which transactions are conducted or food is served or on which goods are displayed or work is conducted
“Chaz grabbed a stool and put his food on the counter.”
“She set the food out on the counter in a straight line.”
Countless
Too many to be counted; very many
- She’d apologized countless times before
Cram
completely fill (a place or container) to the point that it appears to be overflowing.
“the ashtray by the bed was crammed with cigarette butts”
study intensively over a short period of time just before an examination.
“lectures were called off so students could cram for finals”
Cramp
painful involuntary contraction of a muscle or muscles, typically caused by fatigue or strain.
“he suffered severe cramps in his foot”
Cranberry
a small red acid berry used in cooking.
“cranberry sauce”
Cranberry sauce
a jellied sauce made from cranberries, a traditional accompaniment to turkey.
Crawl
(of a person) move forward on the hands and knees or by dragging the body close to the ground.
“they crawled out from under the table”
Crisp
(Of a substance) firm, dry, and bittle, specially in a way considered pleasing or attractive
- Crisp bacon
A very thin, often round piece of fried potato, sometimes with a flavour added, sold specially in plastic bags
- A packet of salt and vinegar crisps
Crop
a cultivated plant that is grown as food, especially a grain, fruit, or vegetable.
“the main crops were oats and barley”
Cross section
*A surface or shape that is or would be exposed by making a straight cut through something, especially at right angles to an axis.
“the cross section of an octahedron is a square”
* make a cross section of (something).
“complex triangular terrain models for contour cross-sectioning”
Crowded
filled with many or too many people or things
Cuddle
Hold close in one’s arms as a way of showing love or affection.
“he cuddles the baby close”
Cue
A thing said or done that serves as a signal to an actor or other performer to enter or to begin their speech or performance
They started washing up, so that was our cue to leave the party.
Cul de sac
A street or passage that is closed at one end
- He lives in a modest semi on a quiet cul-de-sac in Brighton.
- I live in a quiet cul-de-sac.
- This morning, there was an ambulance car outside our house and an ambulance at the end of the cul-de-sac.
- Firefighters and police were called to the house in a quiet cul-de-sac at about 8am after neighbours reported seeing smoke.
Cupboard
A cabinet or small recess with a door and typically shelves, used for storage
- A kitchen cupboard
Cur·rent
/ˈkərənt/
adjective
belonging to the present time; happening or being used or done now.
“keep abreast of current events”
noun
a body of water or air moving in a definite direction, especially through a surrounding body of water or air in which there is less movement.
“ocean currents”
Curse you
If you curse someone, you say insulting things to them because you are angry with them.
Elijah pronounced his malediction, “ I curse you in the Name of the Lord.
Lord, I reach out to you in moments of joy and in moments of intense trial I curse you.
Never have I cursed you because you have appeared; I curse you because you do not appear at all.
Never have I cursed you because you have appeared; I curse you because you do not appear at all.
When Mister refuses and tries to beat her, Celie stands firm and curses him ( “ I Curse You, Mister “ ).
Cushion
a pillow or pad stuffed with a mass of soft material, used as a comfortable support for sitting or leaning on.
* “a poll showed the candidate with a 14-point cushion”
* “the pad forms a cushion between carpet and floor”
Customer
A person or organization that buys goods or services from a store or business.
“Mr. Harrison was a regular customer at the Golden Lion”
Cut it out
To stop doing what
Informal. to stop doing what one is doing.
Cheerful
Noticeably, happy and optimistic
- How can she be so cheerful six o’clock in the morning?
Causing happiness by it’s nature or appearance
- The room was painted in cheerful colors
Cigarette
A thin cylinder of finely cut tobacco rolled in paper for smoking
- She lit a cigarette
- One day he was smoking a cigarette and it blew up
Crackle
Make a rapid succession of slight cracking noises.
- The fire suddenly crackled and spat sparks
A sound made up of a rapid succession of slight cracking sounds.
- There was a crackle and a whine from the microphone
