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SAT Word Skills 6
boatswain
[Podstatné jméno]

a petty officer on a warship responsible for rigging, anchors, boats, and deck equipment

bosun, podporučík

bosun, podporučík

Ex: boatswain's whistle signaled the start of the workday for the crew , who quickly assembled to receive their assignments .
contretemps
[Podstatné jméno]

a slight disagreement or an unpleasant event that causes embarrassment

neshoda, trapnost

neshoda, trapnost

Ex: The guest speaker handled contretemps with grace , turning the embarrassing moment into a joke .
mountebank
[Podstatné jméno]

a charlatan or trickster who deceives others, especially for financial gain

šarlatán, podvodník

šarlatán, podvodník

Ex: Despite his charming facade , mountebank was eventually exposed as a fraudster , causing a scandal in the community .
playwright
[Podstatné jméno]

someone who writes plays for the TV, radio, or theater

dramaturg, autor hry

dramaturg, autor hry

Ex: His plays often address social and political issues , making him a playwright.
anode
[Podstatné jméno]

a positively charged electrode in an electrical device where oxidation occurs, resulting in the release of electrons

anoda, kladná elektroda

anoda, kladná elektroda

Ex: An anode rod is used in water heaters to prevent corrosion of the tank by attracting corrosive elements.
hygiene
[Podstatné jméno]

practices that promote cleanliness and health, involving personal care, sanitation, and the maintenance of a clean environment

hygiena, čistota

hygiena, čistota

Ex: Hygiene in healthcare settings includes disinfecting surfaces and using sterile techniques to prevent infections.
amble
[Podstatné jméno]

a leisurely, slow, unhurried walk

procházka, pomalá chůze

procházka, pomalá chůze

Ex: The gentle amble through the botanical garden allowed them to appreciate the beauty of the blooming flowers.
motto
[Podstatné jméno]

a brief statement or phrase that represents the guiding beliefs or ideals of an individual, family, or institution

motto, heslo

motto, heslo

Ex: The companymotto, " Innovation for Tomorrow , " reflects its commitment to forward-thinking and progress .
Canaanite
[Podstatné jméno]

the ancient Semitic language spoken by the Canaanite peoples in the region of Canaan

kananejština, kananský jazyk

kananejština, kananský jazyk

Ex: Canaanite language gradually evolved and diversified over time , giving rise to various dialects spoken throughout the region .
tourniquet
[Podstatné jméno]

a device, such as a bandage, piece of fabric, etc. that arrests bleeding by applying pressure to the wound

turniket, škrtidlo

turniket, škrtidlo

Ex: The doctor emphasized the importance of applying tourniquet above the wound .
conduit
[Podstatné jméno]

a pipe, tube, or channel that is used to protect, enclose, or route electrical wires, cables, or other utilities for the purpose of safe and organized transmission

trubka, kanál

trubka, kanál

Ex: To prevent water ingress , the conduits were sealed with waterproof materials where they entered the building .
pinnacle
[Podstatné jméno]

a part of something that is considered the most prominent or successful

vrchol, sjednocení

vrchol, sjednocení

Ex: The CEO 's innovative strategy brought the company to pinnacle.
precedent
[Podstatné jméno]

a topic or matter that has been previously discussed or addressed

precedens, precedent

precedens, precedent

Ex: The school 's dress code policy was implemented based on precedent of standards set by similar educational institutions .
midwife
[Podstatné jméno]

a person, particularly a woman, whose occupation is helping a woman during childbirth

porodní asistentka, doprovod při porodu

porodní asistentka, doprovod při porodu

mores
[Podstatné jméno]

the customs and values of a society that characterize it

mravy, zvyky

mravy, zvyky

Ex: Sociologists study mores of different cultures to understand the norms and values that shape human behavior .
ice floe
[Podstatné jméno]

a large piece of floating ice that has broken off from an ice sheet and is floating on the water

ledová kra, ledový blok

ledová kra, ledový blok

Ex: In winter, the river's surface is often covered in small floes, creating a picturesque scene.
culvert
[Podstatné jméno]

a structure, typically made of concrete or metal, that allows water to flow under a road, railway, or other obstruction, helping to prevent flooding and maintain the natural flow of water

vodní kanál, podjezd

vodní kanál, podjezd

Ex: The municipality regularly inspects and cleans culverts to ensure they function properly and prevent water from damaging the infrastructure .
ravine
[Podstatné jméno]

a deep narrow valley with steep sides, usually worn by a stream

roklina, soutěska

roklina, soutěska

Ex: Geologists study the formation ravines to understand how water shapes the Earth 's surface over millennia .
to hazard
[sloveso]

to put someone or something at danger or risk

hazardovat, ohrozit

hazardovat, ohrozit

Ex: The company 's hazarded the lives of its workers .
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