Unit 9. Musical Instruments (1)
I. Word List
a. General Words
Aperture /"ap@tS(U)@/ (n)
an opening, hole or cleft
- We entered the cave through a narrow aperture.
Assortment /@"sO:tm(@)nt/ (n)
variety; range; miscellaneous collection
- You can choose from a wide assortment of options.
Bore /bO:/ (n, v)
the hollow part inside a tube; make a hole in
something; hollow out
- He bored a hole through a wooden plank with an auger.
Bulky /"bVlki/ (adj)
large; huge
- Bulky packages might cost more to mail.
Enthusiast /In"Tju:zIast/ (n)
fan; devotee
- Skiing enthusiasts can't wait for the first snowfall of the season.
Facilitate /f@"sIlIteIt/ (v)
make easy or easier; help
- Cutting taxes may facilitate economic recovery.
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