Lesson 34

the hard, pointed part of a bird's beak

The sparrow used its nib to pick at the seeds.

a close relationship in which there is a good understanding and communication between people

Despite meeting for the first time, their shared interests and easy conversation quickly established a strong rapport between them.

an organism or creature that has two feet and is capable of walking or standing upright on those feet

the collective body of clients served by a business, professional, or institution

The boutique's clientele favored minimalist fashion and high-end fabrics.

a large musical instrument of the violin family, with four strings that are tuned in perfect fifths

a young male cow with its sex organs removed

a person's innate talent or aptitude for a particular activity or skill

She displayed a flair for languages, effortlessly picking up new vocabulary and grammar structures.

a metal fastening, usually a pair, joined by a chain or hinge, used to fasten a prisoner's wrists or ankles together

The guards secured the prisoner's wrists with heavy iron shackles to prevent any attempts at escape.

an event causing great and often sudden damage, distress, or destruction

The earthquake was a calamity that devastated the entire city, leaving buildings in ruins.

saliva or mucus flowing from the mouth or nose, typically associated with illness or incapacity

The child wiped the drivel from his chin with the back of his hand.

a small, exclusive group of individuals who share similar interests, attitudes, or social status

In high school, there was a clique of popular kids who always hung out together and rarely interacted with anyone else.

a type of coal characterized by its high carbon content, glossy appearance, and clean-burning properties

The coal-fired power plant preferred anthracite due to its high energy content and low emissions.

to tightly grip and squeeze something, particularly someone's flesh, between one's fingers

He had to pinch the bridge of his nose to alleviate the growing headache.

strike, usually with the fist

(biology) the part of a cell that contains most of the genetic information

The nucleus of a cell contains genetic material in the form of DNA, which regulates cellular activities.

an object kept or given to someone as a reminder of a person, place, or event, often holding sentimental value

She treasured the locket as a keepsake from her grandmother, holding onto it dearly for its sentimental value.

plant of the genus Linum that is cultivated for its seeds and for the fibers of its stem

a negatively charged electrode within an electrical device, from which electrons flow out into the external circuit

The cathode of the battery supplies electrons to the external circuit when the device is in use.

a small, rounded mound or hill, typically found in a landscape with gently rolling terrain

The children loved playing on the hillock in the park, rolling down its grassy slopes.

a tiny or negligible amount, emphasizing its minimal significance

Despite searching for hours, I couldn't find a single iota of evidence to support his claim.