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hairdresser
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hairdressing
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mechanic
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engine
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photographer
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photography
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chemist
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pharmacist
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medicine
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travel agent
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travel agency
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to make an arrangement
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agent
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estate agent
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postman
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to deliver
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importer
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to import
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import
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exporter
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to export
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export
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priest
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sailor
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to involve
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duty
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to greet
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in charge of
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responsible
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booking
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to hire
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to deal with
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complaint
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to make a complaint
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to complain
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emergency
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to make sure
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postwoman
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hairdresser
hairdresser
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someone ‌whose job is to cut, wash and style hair

Who is a "hairdresser"?

A hairdresser is a professional who specializes in hairstyling, cutting, coloring, and grooming services. They possess expertise in working with various hair types, textures, and styles to create desired looks for their clients. Hairdressers often provide consultation to understand their clients' preferences, offer advice on suitable hairstyles, and recommend hair care products. They skillfully use tools such as scissors, combs, brushes, and styling products to transform hair and enhance its appearance. Hairdressers also stay updated with the latest trends and techniques to deliver modern and fashionable hairstyles. Through their expertise, hairdressers contribute to enhancing the overall look, confidence, and self-esteem of their clients, making them feel their best.

Grammatical Information:

compound noun
hairdressing
hairdressing
noun
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care for the hair: the activity of washing or cutting or curling or arranging the hair

mechanic
mechanic
noun
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a person whose job is repairing and maintaining motor vehicles and machinery

engine
engine
noun
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the part of a vehicle that uses a particular fuel to make the vehicle move

What is an "engine"?

An engine is a machine that converts fuel into power to make a vehicle run. In most vehicles, the engine burns fuel, such as gasoline or diesel, to create energy. This energy is then used to move parts like pistons, which turn the wheels. The engine is often considered the heart of a vehicle because it powers all its movements. The performance of the engine, such as how efficiently it uses fuel and how much power it produces, directly affects how well the vehicle runs.

photographer
photographer
noun
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someone whose hobby or job is taking photographs

photography
photography
noun
ph
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the process, art, or profession of capturing photographs or recording videos

chemist
chemist
noun
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someone whose job is to prepare and sell drugs in a pharmacy

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pharmacistamerican flagAmerican
pharmacist
pharmacist
noun
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a healthcare professional whose job is to prepare and sell medications, and works in various places

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chemistbritish flagBritish
Who is a "pharmacist"?

A pharmacist is a healthcare professional who specializes in providing medications prescribed by doctors and offering advice on their safe and effective use. They fill prescriptions, guide patients on proper medication usage and potential side effects, and work together with healthcare providers to ensure the best possible patient care. Pharmacists also play a crucial role in medication management, including understanding how different medications may affect each other, making dosage adjustments, and medication therapy management.

medicine
medicine
noun
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a substance that treats injuries or illnesses

travel agent
travel agent
noun
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/tɹˈævəl ˈeɪdʒənt/

someone who buys tickets, arranges tours, books hotels, etc. for travelers as their job

Grammatical Information:

compound noun
travel agency
travel agency
noun
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/tɹˈævəl ˈeɪdʒənsi/

a business that makes arrangements for people who want to travel

Grammatical Information:

compound noun
to make an arrangement
phrase
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/mˌeɪk ɐn ɐɹˈeɪndʒmənt/
Collocation

to organize something, often involving agreements or preparations

agent
agent
noun
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a company or person that represents another person or company or manages their affairs

What is an "agent"?

An agent is a person or company that represents and manages the affairs of another individual or organization. In fields like entertainment, sports, or business, an agent handles tasks such as negotiating contracts, securing opportunities, and providing professional advice. Their role is to act on behalf of their client to advance their career, handle transactions, and ensure their interests are represented effectively.

estate agent
estate agent
noun
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/ɪstˈeɪt ˈeɪdʒənt/

a person whose job is to help clients rent or buy properties

Dialectbritish flagBritish

Grammatical Information:

compound noun
postman
postman
noun
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a person, often a man, who is employed to deliver mail and packages to people's homes or other locations

Dialectbritish flagBritish
mailmanamerican flagAmerican
to deliver
to deliver
Verb
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to bring and give a letter, package, etc. to a specific person or place

Grammatical Information:

transitive
importer
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someone who brings in goods or products from another country to be sold or distributed

to import
to import
Verb
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to buy goods from a foreign country and bring them to one's own

export

Grammatical Information:

transitive
import
noun
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goods, products, or services that are brought into a country from another country for the purpose of trade

export
exporter
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a businessperson who transports goods abroad (for sale)

to export
to export
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to send goods or services to a foreign country for sale or trade

import

Grammatical Information:

transitive
export
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a product or service that is produced in one country and then sold to another country for use or resale

import
priest
priest
noun
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a man who is trained to perform religious ceremonies in the Christian Church

sailor
sailor
noun
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a person who is a member of a ship's crew

to involve
to involve
Verb
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to contain or include something as a necessary part

Grammatical Information:

transitive
duty
noun
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an obligatory task that must be done as one's job

to greet
to greet
Verb
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to give someone a sign of welcoming or a polite word when meeting them

Grammatical Information:

transitive
in charge of
preposition
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/ɪn tʃˈɑːɹdʒ ʌv/
Collocation

having control or responsibility for someone or something

responsible
responsible
Adjective
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(of a person) having an obligation to do something or to take care of someone or something as part of one's job or role

booking
booking
noun
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the arrangement made in advance to reserve a hotel room, ticket, etc.

to hire
to hire
Verb
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to pay someone to do a job

displace

Grammatical Information:

transitive
to deal with
to deal with
Verb
uk flag
/ˈdiːl wɪð/

to take the necessary action regarding someone or something specific

Grammatical Information:

transitive
Phrasal Status
inseparable
phrase's verb
deal
phrase's particle
with
complaint
noun
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a statement that conveys one's dissatisfaction

to make a complaint
phrase
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/mˌeɪk ɐ kəmplˈeɪnt/

to express dissatisfaction or criticism about something

to complain
to complain
Verb
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k
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m
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p
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to express your annoyance, unhappiness, or dissatisfaction about something

cheer

Grammatical Information:

intransitive
emergency
noun
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an unexpected and usually dangerous situation needing immediate attention or action

to make sure
phrase
uk flag
/meɪk ʃʊr/
Collocation

to take steps to confirm if something is correct, safe, or properly arranged

postwoman
noun
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a woman who delivers mail and packages as part of the postal service

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