10 4 noun
n
noun
• any of several quinones found in living cells and that function as coenzymes that transfer electrons from one molecule to another in cell respiration
Example sentence • The electron transport chain in mitochondria relies on the presence of ubiquinone .
13 4 noun
n
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Example sentence • The main function of plastoquinone is to shuttle electrons between photosystem II and cytochrome b6f complex.
9 3 adverb, adjective
adv, adj
adverb
• without someone's knowledge
adjective satellite
• (usually used with `to') occurring or existing without the knowledge of
Example sentence • She arrived at the party unbeknown to the host.
13 4 noun
n
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Example sentence • Some skin lightening products contain hydroquinones as an active ingredient.
5 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals back into sounds
verb
• get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone
Example sentence • I forgot my phone at home.
5 1 noun
n
noun
• a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
adjective satellite
• of any of various dull tannish or grey colors
verb
• kill by throwing stones at
Example sentence • She skipped a stone across the surface of the lake.
5 2 adverb, adjective
adv, adj
adverb
• without any others being included or involved
Example sentence • He preferred to work alone on the project.
4 1 noun
n
noun
• any cone-shaped artifact
Example sentence • I bought an ice cream cone .
4 1 adjective
adj
adjective satellite
• lacking companions or companionship
Example sentence • I saw a lone bird perched on the telephone wire.
6 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• the chair of state for a monarch, bishop, etc.
verb
• sit on the throne as a ruler
Example sentence • The king sat proudly upon his golden throne .
4 1 noun
n
noun
• the quality of a person's voice
verb
• utter monotonously and repetitively and rhythmically
Example sentence • I like the tone of this painting; it feels calm and serene.
4 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• a locally circumscribed place characterized by some distinctive features
verb
• regulate housing in; of certain areas of towns
Example sentence • She entered the quiet zone of the library.
5 1 verb
v
noun
• an act or social event involving a public performance or entertainment
verb
• give an exhibition of to an interested audience
7 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• an unknown and unexplored region
adjective satellite
• being or having an unknown or unnamed source
Example sentence • The identity of the thief remains an unknown .
3 1 verb, adjective
v, adj
adjective satellite
• belonging to or on behalf of a specified person (especially yourself); preceded by a possessive
verb
• have ownership or possession of
8 3 noun
n
noun
• a white crystalline insecticide that has low toxicity for mammals; is used in home gardens; extracted from the roots of derris and cube
Example sentence • Fisheries sometimes use rotenone to remove unwanted fish species from lakes and rivers.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• a hand-held mobile radiotelephone for use in an area divided into small sections, each with its own short-range transmitter/receiver
Example sentence • I forgot my cellphone at home.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• device for converting sound waves into electrical energy
Example sentence • She held the microphone close to her mouth as she sang.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals back into sounds
verb
• get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone
Example sentence • I need to make an important phone call on the telephone .
5 1 verb
v
adjective satellite
• (of animals) fully developed
Example sentence • He has grown a beard since I last saw him.
5 1 adjective
adj
adjective
• apprehended with certainty
Example sentence • She is known for her beautiful singing voice.
12 4 noun
n
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Example sentence • Scientists use benzophenone as a starting material to synthesize various organic compounds.
5 2 verb
v
Example sentence • He tried to atone for his mistake by apologizing to his friend.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• a central cohesive source of support and stability
Example sentence • The spine is the backbone of the human body.
9 2 noun
n
Example sentence • The smell of brimstone filled the air after the volcanic eruption.
9 3 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• one who accompanies and supervises a young woman or gatherings of young people
verb
• accompany as a chaperone
Example sentence • The chaperone accompanied the students on their field trip.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• bone linking the scapula and sternum
Example sentence • She broke her collarbone in a skiing accident.
7 2 verb
v
verb
• excuse, overlook, or make allowances for; be lenient with
Example sentence • I cannot condone your actions.
11 3 noun
n
noun
• the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained
Example sentence • Education is the cornerstone of a strong society.
5 1 noun
n
noun
• an ugly evil-looking old woman
Example sentence • The old crone lived alone in the woods.
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