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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

abandon v (LEAVE)
abandon v (STOP)
abate v
abbreviate v
abdicate v (KING/QUEEN)
abduct v
abet v
abhor v
abide v (LIVE)
abjure v
abnegate v
abolish v
abominate v
abort v (STOP)
abort v (END PREGNANCY)
abound v
abrade v
abridge v
abrogate v
abscond v (ESCAPE)
abscond v (STEAL)
abseil v
absolve v
absorb v (TAKE IN)
absorb v (UNDERSTAND)
absorb v (INTEREST VERY MUCH)
absorb v (PAY)
absorb v (TAKE CONTROL)
abstain v (NOT DO)
abstain v (NOT VOTE)
abstain v (STAY AWAY)
abuse v (USE WRONGLY)
abuse v (TREAT CRUELLY)
abuse v (SPEAK RUDELY)
abut v
accelerate v
accent v
accentuate v
accept v (TAKE)
accept v (APPROVE)
accept v (BELIEVE)
access v
accessorize v
acclaim v
acclimatize v
accommodate v (FIND A PLACE FOR)
accommodate v (SUIT)
accompany v (GO WITH)
accompany v (PLAY MUSIC)
accomplish v
accord v
accost v
account v (JUDGE)
accredit v
accrue v
acculturate v
accumulate v
accuse v
ace v
ache v
achieve v
acidify v
acknowledge v
acquiesce v
acquire v
acquit v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

act v (BEHAVE)
act v (DO SOMETHING)
act v (HAVE AN EFFECT)
act v (PERFORM)
action v
activate v
actuate v
adapt v (CHANGE)
adapt v (BECOME FAMILIAR)
add v
addle v
address v (SPEAK TO)
address v (DEAL WITH)
address v (WRITE DETAILS)
adduce v
adhere v
adjoin v
adjourn v
adjudge v
adjudicate v
adjure v
adjust v (MAKE CHANGES)
adjust v (BECOME FAMILIAR)
administer v (MANAGE)
administer v (GIVE)
admire v
admit v (ACCEPT)
admit v (ALLOW IN)
admonish v
adopt v (TAKE CHILD)
adopt v (START USING)
adopt v (CHOOSE)
adore v (LOVE)
adore v (RELIGION)
adorn v
adulterate v
adumbrate v
advance v (MOVE FORWARD)
advance v (PAY)
advance v (SUGGEST)
advance v (INCREASE)
advertise v
advise v
advocate v
aerate v
affect v (INFLUENCE)
affect v (PRETEND)
affiliate v
affirm v
affix v
afflict v
afford v (GIVE)
afforest v
affront v
afterparty v, at afterparty n
age v
aggravate v (MAKE WORSE)
aggravate v (ANNOY)
aggregate v
agitate v (WORRY)
agitate v (ARGUE)
agitate v (SHAKE)
agree v (HAVE THE SAME OPINION)
agree v (SAY YES)
agree v (BE THE SAME)
agree v (GRAMMAR)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

aid v
ail v (CAUSE DIFFICULTY)
ail v (BE/MAKE ILL)
aim v (INTEND)
aim v (POINT)
air v (MAKE KNOWN)
air v (DRY)
air v (BROADCAST)
airbrush v
airlift v, at airlift n
alarm v
alert v
alienate v (LOSE SUPPORT)
alienate v (MAKE UNWELCOME)
alight v (GET OUT OF)
alight v (LAND ON)
align v
allay v
allege v
alleviate v
allocate v
allot v
allow v (GIVE PERMISSION)
allow v (ADMIT)
alloy v
alter v (CHANGE)
alter v (REMOVE ORGANS)
alternate v
am v
amalgamate v
amass v
amaze v
amble v
ambush v
ameliorate v
amend v
Americanize v
amortize v
amplify v
amputate v
amuse v
anaesthetize v, at anaesthetist n
analyse v
anchor v (FASTEN)
anchor v (BROADCAST)
anger v
angle v (SLOPE)
angle v (DIRECT)
anglicize v
animate v
anneal v
annex v
annihilate v
annotate v
announce v
annoy v
annul v
anodize v
anoint v (IN A CEREMONY)
anoint v (FOR A JOB)
anonymize v
answer v (REACT)
answer v (BE SUITABLE FOR)
answer v (MATCH)
antagonize v
antedate v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

anticipate v (EXPECT)
anticipate v (TAKE ACTION)
ape v
apologize v
appal v
appeal v (REQUEST)
appeal v (LEGAL)
appeal v (ATTRACT)
appear v (BE PRESENT)
appear v (SEEM)
appear v (PERFORM)
appear v (BECOME AVAILABLE)
appear v (ARRIVE)
appease v
append v
applaud v (CLAP)
applaud v (PRAISE)
appliqué v, at appliqué n
apply v (REQUEST)
apply v (RELATE TO)
apply v (USE)
apply v (PUT ON)
appoint v (PERSON)
appoint v (DATE)
apportion v
appraise v
appreciate v (VALUE)
appreciate v (INCREASE)
apprehend v (CATCH)
apprehend v (UNDERSTAND)
apprentice v
apprise v
approach v (COME NEAR)
approach v (DEAL WITH)
approach v (COMMUNICATE)
appropriate v (TAKE)
appropriate v (KEEP MONEY)
approve v (HAVE A GOOD OPINION)
approve v (AGREE)
approximate v
aquaplane v
arbitrate v
arc v (CURVE)
arc v (ELECTRICITY)
arch v
archive v
are v
argue v (DISAGREE)
argue v (GIVE REASONS)
argue v (SHOW)
arise v (HAPPEN)
arise v (GET UP)
arm v
arose v
arouse v
arraign v
arrange v (PLAN)
arrange v (PUT IN POSITION)
arrange v (MUSIC)
array v
arrest v (CATCH)
arrest v (STOP)
arrest v (MAKE NOTICE)
arrive v (REACH)
arrive v (BEGIN)
arrogate v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

articulate v
ascend v (GO UP)
ascend v (HIGHER POSITION)
ascertain v
ask v (QUESTION)
ask v (INVITE)
ask v (EXPECT)
asphalt v
asphyxiate v
aspirate v
assail v
assassinate v
assault v
assay v
assemble v (GATHER)
assemble v (JOIN)
assent v
assert v
assess v
assign v (CHOOSE)
assign v (SEND)
assign v (COMPUTING)
assign v (GIVE LEGALLY)
assimilate v (JOIN)
assimilate v (LEARN)
assimilate v (ABSORB)
assist v
associate v
assuage v
assume v (ACCEPT)
assume v (PRETEND TO HAVE)
assume v (TAKE CONTROL)
assure v (SAY WITH CERTAINTY)
assure v (MAKE CERTAIN)
assure v (PROTECT)
asterisk v
astonish v
astound v
ate v
atrophy v
attach v (CONNECT)
attach v (COMPUTING)
attach v (TAKE GOODS)
attack v (HURT)
attack v (CRITICIZE)
attack v (DAMAGE)
attack v (SPORT)
attack v (DEAL WITH)
attain v
attempt v
attend v (BE PRESENT)
attend v (NOTICE)
attend v (PROVIDE HELP)
attend v (RESULT FROM)
attenuate v
attest v
attract v
auction v
audit v (FINANCE)
audit v (EDUCATION)
audition v
augment v
augur v
authenticate v
author v
authorize v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

autoclave v, at autoclave n
autograph v
automate v
avail v
avenge v
aver v
average v
avert v (PREVENT)
avert v (TURN)
avoid v
avow v
await v
awake v
awaken v
award v
awe v
awoke v
awoken v
axe v
be v (DESCRIPTION)
be v (ALLOW)
be v (FUTURE)
be v (CAN)
be v (EXIST)
be auxiliary verb (CONTINUE)
be auxiliary verb (PASSIVE)
eat v
ad-lib v
air-dash v
air-kiss v
co-author v
nickel-and-dime v
wheel and deal v
air-drop v, at air drop n
play-act v, at play-acting n
accessorise, at accessorize v
acclimatise, at acclimatize v
Americanise, at Americanize v
amortise, at amortize v
anaesthetise, at anaesthetist n
analyze, at analyse v
anglicise, at anglicize v
anodise, at anodize v
answer to, at answer v (MATCH)
antagonise, at antagonize v
apologise, at apologize v
appall, at appal v
authorise, at authorize v
ax, at axe v
flail about/around, at flail v
know about, at know v (BE FAMILIAR WITH)
assign, at set v (GIVE WORK)
skirt around/round, at skirt v
appraise, at value v (MONEY)
wither away, at wither v
zig and zag, at zigzag v (FORM SHAPE)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

baa v, at baa n
babble v (TALK)
babble v (WATER NOISE)
baby v
babysit v
back v (SUPPORT)
back v (RISK MONEY)
back v (MOVE AWAY)
back v (COVER)
backcomb v
backdate v
backfire v (BAD RESULT)
backfire v (ENGINE)
backpack v
backpedal v (BICYCLE)
backpedal v (CHANGE OPINION)
backslide v
backspace v, at backspace n
backtrack v (GO BACK)
backtrack v (CHANGE OPINION)
bade v
badger v
baffle v
bag v (GET)
bag v (WIN PRIZE)
bag v (KILL)
bag v (CRITICIZE)
bag v (PUT IN CONTAINER)
bag v (HANG LOOSELY)
bagsy v
bail v (REMOVE WATER)
bail v (MONEY)
bait v (MAKE ANGRY)
bait v (DOG)
bait v (FISH/ANIMAL)
bake v
balance v
bale v (REMOVE WATER)
bale v (TIE UP)
balk v
balloon v
ballot v
bamboozle v
ban v
bandage v
bang v (NOISE)
bang v (HIT)
bang v (SEX)
banish v
bank v (MONEY)
bank v (TURN)
bank v (MASS)
bankroll v
bankrupt v
banter v
baptize v
bar v (PREVENT)
bar v (CLOSE)
barbecue v, at barbecue n
bare v
barf v
bargain v
barge v
bark v
barnstorm v
barrack v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

barrel v
barricade v
barter v
base v
bash v (HIT)
bash v (CRITICIZE)
bask v
bastardize v
baste v (POUR)
baste v (SEW)
bat v (EYELASHES)
bat v (BALL)
bath v
bathe v (SWIM)
bathe v (COVER)
bathe v (WASH)
batten v
batter v
battle v
baulk v, n
bawl v (SHOUT)
bawl v (CRY)
bay v
bayonet v, at bayonet n
be v (DESCRIPTION)
be v (ALLOW)
be v (FUTURE)
be v (CAN)
be v (EXIST)
be auxiliary verb (CONTINUE)
be auxiliary verb (PASSIVE)
beach v
beam v (SMILE)
beam v (SEND OUT)
bear v (ACCEPT)
bear v (HAVE)
bear v (SUPPORT)
bear v (PRODUCE)
bear v (BRING)
bear v (CHANGE DIRECTION)
beard v
beat v (DEFEAT)
beat v (HIT)
beat v (MIX)
beat v (MOVEMENT)
beatify v
beautify v
became v
beckon v
become v (BE)
become v (SUIT)
bed v
bedaub v
bedeck v
bedevil v
beef v
been v
beep v
beetle v
befall v
befit v
befriend v
beg v
began v
beget v
beggar v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

begin v (START TO HAPPEN)


begin v (START TO DO)
begin v (START SPEAKING)
begin v (FIRST PART)
begrudge v
beguile v
begun v
behave v
behead v
beheld v
behold v
belabour v (EXPLAIN)
belabour v (HIT)
belabour v (CRITICIZE)
belch v
belie v
believe v
belittle v
bellow v
bellyache v
belong v
belt v (MOVE FAST)
belt v (HIT)
belt v (CLOTHING)
belying v
bemoan v
bemuse v
benchmark v
bend v (CURVE)
benefit v
bent v
bequeath v
berate v
berth v
beseech v
besiege v
besmirch v
besought v
bespeak v
best v
bestow v
bestrew v
bestride v
bet v
betide v
betoken v
betray v (NOT LOYAL)
betray v (SHOW)
betroth v
better v
bevel v
bewail v
beware v
bewilder v
bewitch v
bias v
bicker v
bid v (OFFER)
bid v (TELL)
biff v
bifurcate v
bike v
bill v (REQUEST PAYMENT)
bill v (ADVERTISE)
billet v, at billet n
billow v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

bin v
bind v
binge v
biodegrade v
birch v, at birch n (TREE)
birch v, at birch n (PUNISHMENT)
birdie v
bisect v
bit v
bitch v
bite v (USE TEETH)
bite v (SNAKE/INSECT)
bite v (AFFECT BADLY)
bite v (SHOW INTEREST)
bitten v
bivouac v
blab v
blabber v
black v (MAKE DARK)
black v (AVOID)
blackball v
BlackBerry v, at BlackBerry n
blacken v (MAKE DARK)
blacklist v
blackmail v
blag v
blame v
blanch v (PALE)
blanch v (BOIL)
blanket v
blare v
blaspheme v
blast v (EXPLODE)
blast v (NOISE)
blast v (CRITICIZE)
blather v
blaze v
blazon v
bleach v
bleat v
bleed v
bleep v
blemish v
blench v
blend v
bless v
blether n, v
blew v
blight v
blind v (DAMAGE SIGHT)
blind v (CAUSE TO IGNORE)
blindfold v
blindside v
blink v
blister v
blitz v, at blitz n (ATTACK)
blitz v, at blitz n (ACTIVITY)
bloat v
block v
blockade v, at blockade n
blog v
blood v
bloody v
bloom v (PRODUCE FLOWERS)
bloom v (DEVELOP)
blossom v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

blot v (DRY)
blot v (SPOIL)
blow v (SEND OUT AIR)
blow v (DESTROY)
blow v (SPEND)
blown v
blubber v
bludgeon v
bluff v
blunder v (MOVE)
blunder v (MISTAKE)
blunt v
blur v
blush v
bluster v (PERSON)
bluster v (WIND)
board v (GET ON)
board v (STAY)
boast v (SPEAK PROUDLY)
boast v (HAVE)
bob v
bobble v
bode v
bodge n, v
bodysurf v
bogey v
boggle v
boil v (HEAT LIQUID)
boil v (BE ANGRY)
bolster v
bolt v (MOVE QUICKLY)
bolt v (EAT)
bolt v (LOCK)
bolt v (SCREW)
bomb v (USE WEAPON)
bomb v (GO FAST)
bomb v (FAIL)
bombard v
bond v (JOIN)
bond v (MAKE CONNECTION)
bone v (SEX)
bone v (FOOD)
bonk v (HIT)
bonk v (HAVE SEX)
boo v
boob v
boogie v
book v (ARRANGE)
book v (MAKE A RECORD)
bookmark v
boom v (MAKE A SOUND)
boom v (GROW)
boomerang v
boost v
boot v (KICK)
boot v (COMPUTER)
bootleg v
booze v
bop v (DANCE)
bop v (HIT)
border v (FORM EDGE)
border v (BE NEXT TO)
bore v (FAIL TO INTEREST)
bore v (MAKE A HOLE)
bore v (BEAR)
born v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

borne v
borrow v (RECEIVE)
borrow v (MATHEMATICS)
boss v
botch v
bother v (MAKE AN EFFORT)
bother v (WORRY)
bother v (ANNOY)
botox v, at Botox n
bottle v
bought v
bounce v (JUMP)
bounce v (NOT PAY)
bounce v (EMAIL)
bound v (JUMP)
bound v (BORDER)
bound v (TIE)
bow v
bowdlerize v
bowl v (CRICKET)
bowl v (ROLL)
box v (SPORT)
box v (PUT IN CONTAINER)
boycott v
brace v (SUPPORT)
bracket v (USE SYMBOL)
bracket v (PUT IN GROUP)
brag v
braid v
brain v
brainstorm v
brainwash v
braise v
brake v
branch v (TREE)
branch v (SPLIT)
brand v (JUDGE)
brand v (MARK)
brandish v
brave v
brawl v
bray v
breach v (BREAK PROMISE/RULE)
breach v (MAKE OPENING)
break v (DAMAGE)
break v (END)
break v (NOT OBEY)
break v (DIVIDE)
break v (INTERRUPT)
break v (USE FORCE)
break v (EMOTION)
break v (BECOME KNOWN)
break v (WAVES)
break v (WEATHER)
break v (STORM)
break v (VOICE)
breakfast v
breastfeed v
breathalyse v
breathe v (AIR)
breathe v (WORDS)
breathe v (WINE)
breed v (REPRODUCE)
breed v (CAUSE)
breeze v (WALK)
breeze v (DO EASILY)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

brew v (DRINK)
brew v (BAD SITUATION)
bribe v
bridge v (BRING TOGETHER)
bridge v (BUILD)
bridle v (SHOW ANGER)
bridle v (CONTROL ANIMAL)
brief v
brighten v (LIGHTER)
brighten v (HAPPIER)
brim v
bring v (TOWARDS PLACE)
bring v (CAUSE)
bring v (LAW)
bristle v (HAIR)
bristle v (REACT ANGRILY)
broach v (BEGIN)
broach v (OPEN)
broadcast v
broaden v (WIDER)
broaden v (MORE GENERAL)
broil v
broke v
broken v
broker v
brood v
brought v
browbeat v
brown v
browse v (LOOK)
browse v (COMPUTING)
browse v (FEED)
bruise v
bruit v
brush v (TOUCH)
brush v (CLEAN)
brutalize v
bubble v
buck v
buckle v (FASTEN)
buckle v (BEND)
bud v
budge v (MOVE)
budge v (CHANGE)
budget v
buff v
buffer v (PROVIDE PROTECTION)
buffer v (STORE INFORMATION)
buffet v
bug v (ANNOY)
bug v (HIDE DEVICE)
bugger v (DAMAGE)
bugger v (HAVE SEX)
build v
bulge v
bulldoze v
bullshit v
bully v
bum v
bumble v
bump v (HIT)
bump v (TRAVEL)
bundle v (PUSH)
bundle v (SELL TOGETHER)
bung v
bungle v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

buoy v (FLOAT)
buoy v (MAKE HAPPIER)
buoy v (MAKE SUCCESSFUL)
burble v (MAKE SOUND)
burble v (TALK)
burden v
burgeon v
burgle v
burn v (DAMAGE)
burn v (PRODUCE FLAMES)
burn v (PRODUCE LIGHT)
burn v (FEEL HOT)
burn v (WANT)
burn v (COPY)
burnish v
burnt v
burp v
burrow v
burst v
bury v
bus v
busk v
bust v (BREAK)
bust v (ARREST)
bustle v
butcher v
butt v
butter v
button v
buttonhole v
buttress v
buy v (PAY FOR)
buy v (BELIEVE)
buzz v (MAKE SOUND)
buzz v (BE VERY ACTIVE)
buzz v (FLY LOW)
buzz v (CUT HAIR)
bypass v
bad-mouth v
batch-bake v
blow-dry v
bottle-feed v
brown-bag v
brown-nose v
bulk-buy v
bump-start v
by-heart v
dive-bomb v
double-book v
head-butt v
booby-trap v, at booby trap n
gang-bang v, at gang bang n
petrol-bomb v, at petrol bomb n
self-build v, at self-build n
sin-bin v, at sin bin n
bale, at bail v (REMOVE WATER)
baulk, at balk v
baptise, at baptize v
bastardise, at bastardize v
bathe, at bath v
bleep, at beep v
belabor, at belabour v (EXPLAIN)
belabor, at belabour v (HIT)
belabor, at belabour v (CRITICIZE)
bind up, at bind v
blether, at blather v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

beep, at bleep v
blub, at blubber v
bolt down, at bolt v (EAT)
boot up, at boot v (COMPUTER)
bodge, at botch v
bowdlerise, at bowdlerize v
box up, at box v (PUT IN CONTAINER)
breathalyze, at breathalyse v
brutalise, at brutalize v
burglarize, at burgle v
babysit, at childminder n
blazon, at emblazon v
broil, at grill v (COOK)
bobble, at pill v
braid, at plait v
baste, at tack v (SEW)
burp, at wind v (BOWELS)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

cable v
cackle v
caddie v
cadge v
cage v
cajole v
cake v
calcify v
calculate v
calibrate v
call v (NAME)
call v (PHONE)
call v (CONSIDER)
call v (SHOUT/CRY)
call v (ASK TO COME)
call v (VISIT)
call v (DECIDE ON)
calm v
calve v
came v
camouflage v, at camouflage n
camp v
campaign v
can modal verb (ABILITY)
can modal verb (PERMISSION)
can modal verb (REQUEST)
can modal verb (POSSIBILITY)
can modal verb (OFFER)
can v (FOOD)
can v (STOP)
cancel v
cane v
cannibalize v
cannon v
cannot modal verb
canoe v
canonize v
canoodle v
canter v
canvass v (GET SUPPORT)
canvass v (ASK)
canvass v (SUGGEST)
cap v (LIMIT)
cap v (COVER)
caper v
capitalize v (LETTER)
capitalize v (MONEY)
capitulate v
capsize v
captain v
captivate v
capture v (CATCH)
capture v (RECORD)
capture v (INTEREST)
caramelize v
carbonize v
card v
care v (WORRY)
care v (WANT)
careen v
career v
caress v
caricature v
carol v
carouse v
carp v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

carpet v (COVER)
carpet v (CRITICIZE)
carry v (TRANSPORT)
carry v (HAVE WITH YOU)
carry v (HAVE)
carry v (SPREAD)
carry v (SUPPORT WEIGHT)
carry v (KEEP IN OPERATION)
carry v (WIN)
carry v (APPROVE)
carry v (BROADCAST)
carry v (REACH)
carry v (DEVELOP)
carry v (MATHEMATICS)
carry v (BE PREGNANT WITH)
cart v
cartwheel v, at cartwheel n
carve v
cascade v
cash v
cashier v
cast v (ACTORS)
cast v (LIGHT)
cast v (THROW)
cast v (SHAPE)
cast v (SKIN)
castigate v
castle v
castrate v
catalogue v
catapult v
catch v (TAKE HOLD)
catch v (STOP ESCAPING)
catch v (NOTICE)
catch v (TRAVEL)
catch v (BECOME INFECTED)
catch v (STICK)
catch v (BE IN TIME)
catch v (HEAR/SEE)
catch v (HIT)
catch v (BURN)
categorize v
cater v
caterwaul v
catnap v, at catnap n
caught v
cause v
cauterize v
caution v
cavil v
cavort v
caw v, at caw n
cc v
cease v
cede v
celebrate v (ENJOY AN OCCASION)
celebrate v (PRAISE)
celebrate v (LEAD A CEREMONY)
cement v (STICK TOGETHER)
cement v (MAKE STRONGER)
censor v
censure v, at censure n
center n, v
centralize v
centre v
certify v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

chafe v (RUB)
chafe v (BE ANNOYED)
chain v
chair v
chalk v
challenge v (INVITE)
challenge v (DOUBT)
challenge v (TEST)
challenge v (STOP)
challenge v (REFUSE TO ACCEPT)
champ v
champion v
chance v (RISK)
chance v (LUCK)
change v (BECOME DIFFERENT)
change v (TRANSPORT)
change v (MONEY)
change v (CLOTHES/BEDS)
change v (WIND/SEA)
change v (SPEED)
channel v (DIRECT)
channel v (ACT LIKE)
chant v
chaperone v
chap v, at chapped adj
char v (BURN)
char v (CLEAN)
characterize v
charge v (MONEY)
charge v (ACCUSE FORMALLY)
charge v (MOVE FORWARD)
charge v (EXPLOSIVE)
charge v (ORDER)
charge v (SUPPLY ENERGY)
chargesheet v
chargrill v
charm v
chart v (SHOW/FOLLOW)
chart v (MUSIC)
charter v (RENT)
charter v (OFFICIAL START)
chase v (FOLLOW)
chase v (MOVE FAST)
chase v (TRY TO GET)
chase v (GET RID OF)
chasten v
chastise v
chat v
chatter v (TALK/NOISE)
chatter v (TEETH)
chauffeur v
cheapen v (COST LESS)
cheapen v (RESPECT LESS)
cheat v
check v (EXAMINE)
check v (STOP)
check v (LEAVE)
check v (AGREE)
check v (MARK)
check v (CHESS)
checkmate v, at checkmate n
cheek v
cheep v, at cheep n
cheer v
cherish v
chew v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

chide v
childmind v, at childminder n
chill v
chillax v
chime v
chink v
chip v
chirp v
chisel v
chivvy v
chlorinate v
choke v (STOP BREATHING)
choke v (FILL)
choke v (FAIL)
chomp v
choose v
chop v
choreograph v, at choreography n
chortle v
chorus v
chose v
chosen v
christen v (GIVE NAME)
christen v (USE FIRST)
chronicle v
chuck v (THROW)
chuck v (END)
chuckle v
chug v
chunder v
chunter v
churn v (MOVE/MIX)
churn v (CUSTOMERS)
circle v
circulate v
circumcise v
circumnavigate v (SAIL AROUND)
circumnavigate v (AVOID)
circumscribe v
circumvent v
cite v (GIVE EXAMPLE)
cite v (NAME)
cite v (PRAISE)
civilize v
clack v, at clack n
claim v (SAY)
claim v (DEMAND)
clamber v
clamour v
clamp v (FASTEN)
clamp v (HOLD TIGHTLY)
clang v
clank v
clap v (MAKE NOISE)
clap v (PUT QUICKLY)
clap v (HIT)
clarify v (EXPLAIN)
clarify v (COOKING)
clash v (FIGHT)
clash v (COMPETE)
clash v (NOT ATTRACTIVE)
clash v (HAPPEN TOGETHER)
clash v (LOUD NOISE)
clasp v
class v
classify v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

clatter v
claw v
clean v
cleanse v
clear v (REMOVE BLOCK)
clear v (PROVE INNOCENCE)
clear v (GIVE PERMISSION)
clear v (MAKE PURE)
clear v (NOT CONFUSED)
clear v (HAVE LEFT)
clear v (CHEQUE)
clear v (NOT TOUCH)
cleave v
clench v
clerk v
click v (OPERATE COMPUTER)
click v (MAKE SOUND)
click v (BECOME FRIENDLY)
click v (BECOME CLEAR)
climax v
climb v (RISE)
climb v (MOVE)
climb v (GROW)
clinch v (WIN)
cling v (HOLD)
cling v (STAY CLOSE)
clink v
clip v (CUT)
clip v (HIT)
clip v (FASTEN)
cloak v
clobber v (HIT)
clobber v (DEFEAT)
clock v (TIME)
clock v (SPEED)
clock v (HIT)
clog v
clone v
close v (NOT OPEN)
close v (END)
closet v
clot v
clothe v
cloud v
clout v
clove v
cloven v
clown v
club v
cluck v
clump v (WALK NOISILY)
clump v (FORM GROUP)
clung v
cluster v, at cluster n
clutch v
clutter v
coach v
coagulate v
coalesce v
coarsen v
coast v
coat v
coax v
cock v (TURN)
cock v (PREPARE GUN)
cocoon v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

coddle v (COOK)
coddle v (PROTECT)
code v
codify v
coerce v
cogitate v
cohabit v
cohere v
coil v
coin v (INVENT)
coincide v
collaborate v (WORK WITH)
collaborate v (SUPPORT AN ENEMY)
collapse v (FALL)
collapse v (FAIL)
collar v
collate v
collect v (AS A HOBBY)
collect v (GET)
collect v (BRING TOGETHER)
collect v (GET MONEY)
collect v (COME TOGETHER)
collide v
collocate v
collude v
colonize v
colour v (BECOME A COLOUR)
colour v (INFLUENCE)
comb v (TIDY HAIR)
comb v (SEARCH)
combat v
combine v
come v (MOVE TO SPEAKER)
come v (MOVE TO LISTENER)
come v (ARRIVE)
come v (LEAVE)
come v (DIFFERENT STATE)
come v (HAPPEN)
come v (EXIST)
come v (SEX)
comfort v
command v (ORDER)
command v (RECEIVE)
command v (VIEW)
commandeer v
commemorate v
commence v
commend v
comment v
commentate v, at commentator n
commercialize v
commiserate v
commission v (WORK)
commission v (MILITARY)
commit v (CRIME)
commit v (PROMISE)
commit v (SEND)
commune v
communicate v (SHARE INFORMATION)
communicate v (DISEASE)
communicate v (ROOMS)
commute v (TRAVEL)
commute v (CHANGE)
compact v
compare v (EXAMINE DIFFERENCES)
compare v (CONSIDER SIMILARITIES)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

compartmentalize v
compel v
compensate v (PAY MONEY)
compensate v (EXCHANGE)
compere v
compete v
compile v (GATHER TOGETHER)
compile v (CHANGE INSTRUCTIONS)
complain v
complement v
complete v (MAKE WHOLE)
complete v (FINISH)
complicate v
compliment v
comply v
comport v (BE SIMILAR)
compose v (PRODUCE ART)
compose v (FORM)
compose v (ARRANGE TEXT)
compost v, at compost n
compound v (WORSEN)
compound v (COMBINE)
comprehend v
compress v
comprise v
compromise v (AGREEMENT)
compromise v (LOWER STANDARDS)
compromise v (HARM)
compute v
computerize v
con v
concatenate v
conceal v
concede v (ADMIT)
concede v (GIVE AWAY)
conceive v (IMAGINE)
conceive v (INVENT)
conceive v (BECOME PREGNANT)
concentrate v (GIVE ATTENTION)
concentrate v (COME TOGETHER)
concentrate v (REMOVE WATER)
conceptualize v
concern v (WORRY)
concern v (INVOLVE)
concertina v
conciliate v
conclude v (FINISH)
conclude v (JUDGE)
concoct v
concordance v
concrete v
concur v
concuss v
condemn v
condense v (REDUCE)
condense v (BECOME LIQUID)
condition v (TRAIN)
condition v (USE CONDITIONER)
condone v
conduct v (ORGANIZE)
conduct v (SHOW WAY)
conduct v (MUSIC)
conduct v (ALLOW THROUGH)
confer v (TALK)
confer v (GIVE)
confess v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

confide v
configure v
confine v
confirm v (MAKE CERTAIN)
confirm v (PROVE TRUE)
confirm v (RELIGION)
confiscate v
conflate v
conflict v (BE OPPOSITE)
conflict v (FIGHT)
conform v
confound v
confront v
confuse v
confute v
congeal v
congratulate v
congregate v
conjecture v
conjugate v
conjure v
conk v
connect v (JOIN)
connect v (RELATE)
connect v (PHONE)
connect v (TRANSPORT)
connive v
connote v, at connotation n
conquer v
conscript v
consecrate v
consent v
conserve v
consider v (POSSIBILITY)
consider v (SUBJECT/FACT)
consider v (CARE ABOUT)
consider v (OPINION)
consign v
console v
consolidate v
consort v
conspire v
constitute v (BE CONSIDERED AS)
constitute v (FORM PART OF)
constrain v
constrict v (BECOME TIGHTER)
constrict v (LIMIT)
construct v
consult v
consume v (USE RESOURCE)
consume v (DESTROY)
consummate v (HAVE SEX)
consummate v (COMPLETE)
contact v
contain v (HOLD)
contain v (CONTROL)
containerize v
contaminate v
contemplate v
contend v (COMPETE)
contend v (CLAIM)
content v
contest v (ARGUE)
contest v (COMPETE)
contest v (ATTEMPT)
contextualize v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

continue v
contort v
contract v (SHORTEN)
contract v (BECOME ILL)
contract v (AGREEMENT)
contradict v
contrast v
contravene v
contribute v
contrive v
control v
contuse v, at contusion n
convalesce v
convene v
converge v
converse v
convert v (CHANGE)
convert v (RUGBY)
convey v (COMMUNICATE)
convey v (TAKE)
convict v
convince v
convoy v
convulse v
coo v
cook v
cool v (BECOME COLD)
cool v (BECOME LESS)
cooperate v
coordinate v (COMBINE)
coordinate v (MATCH)
cop v (CRIME)
cop v (TAKE)
cope v
coppice v
copulate v
copy v (PRODUCE)
copy v (BEHAVE)
copyright v, at copyright n
core v
cork v
corner v (TURN)
corner v (TRAP)
cornrow v, at cornrow n
corral v
correct v
correlate v
correspond v (MATCH)
correspond v (WRITE)
corroborate v
corrode v
corrupt v (MAKE BAD)
corrupt v (ON COMPUTER)
cosh v
cosset v
cost v (MONEY)
cost v (DESTROY)
cough v
could v (CAN)
could modal verb (PERMISSION)
could modal verb (REQUEST)
could modal verb (POSSIBILITY)
could modal verb (SUGGESTION)
could modal verb (SHOULD)
counsel v
count v (NUMBER)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

count v (HAVE VALUE)


count v (CONSIDER)
countenance v
counter v
counteract v
counterattack v, at counterattack n
counterbalance v
counterfeit v, at counterfeit adj
countermand v
counterpoise n, v
countersign v
couple v (JOIN)
couple v (HAVE SEX)
course v
court v (PLEASE)
court v (TRY TO GET)
court v (RISK)
court v (HAVE A RELATIONSHIP)
covenant v, at covenant n
cover v (PLACE OVER)
cover v (DEAL WITH)
cover v (REPORT)
cover v (PROTECT)
cover v (TRAVEL)
cover v (BE ENOUGH)
cover v (GIVE PROTECTION)
cover v (DO SOMEONE'S JOB)
cover v (RECORD)
covet v
cow v
cower v
cox v
crack v (BREAK)
crack v (GET INTO)
crack v (FIND ANSWER)
crack v (HIT)
crack v (MAKE SOUND)
crack v (MAKE JOKE)
crackle v
cradle v
craft v
cram v (FIT A LOT IN)
cram v (LEARN)
cramp v
crane v
crap v
crash v (HAVE AN ACCIDENT)
crash v (MAKE A NOISE)
crash v (FAIL)
crash v (SLEEP)
crash v (ENTER WITHOUT PERMISSION)
crate v
crave v
crawl v (MOVE)
crawl v (TRY TO PLEASE)
crayon v
creak v
cream v
crease v
create v (MAKE)
create v (BE ANGRY)
credit v (PAY)
credit v (BELIEVE)
creep v
cremate v
creosote v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

crept v
crew v
crib v
crick v, at crick n
cried v
criminalize v
crimp v
cringe v
crinkle v
cripple v
criticize v
croak v (MAKE SOUND)
croak v (DIE)
crochet v
crook v
croon v
crop v (CUT)
crop v (PLANT)
cross v (GO ACROSS)
cross v (ANNOY)
cross v (MIX)
cross v (MAKE SIGN)
crossbreed v, at crossbreed n
crosscheck v
crouch v
crow v (CRY)
crow v (TALK PROUDLY)
crowd v
crowdsource v
crown v (HEAD COVERING)
crown v (TOP PART)
crown v (TOOTH)
crucify v
cruise v
crumble v
crumple v
crunch v
crusade v
crush v (PRESS)
crush v (SHOCK)
crush v (BEAT)
cry v (PRODUCE TEARS)
cry v (SHOUT)
crystallize v
cube v (SHAPE)
cube v (NUMBER)
cuckold v
cuddle v
cudgel v
cue v
cuff v (HIT)
cuff v (PUT IN HANDCUFFS)
cull v
cultivate v (USE LAND)
cultivate v (DEVELOP)
culture v
cup v
curb v
curdle v
cure v (MAKE WELL)
cure v (PRESERVE)
curl v
curry v (FOOD)
curry v (HORSE)
curse v (SPEAK ANGRILY)
curse v (PERFORM MAGIC)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

curtail v
curtsy v
curve v
cushion v
cuss v
customize v
cut v (USE KNIFE)
cut v (REDUCE)
cut v (REMOVE)
cut v (MISS)
cut v (STOP)
cut v (TAKE SHORT WAY)
cut v (CARDS)
cut v (RECORD)
cybersquat v, at cybersquatting n
cycle v
chain-smoke v
co-author v
co-exist v
cold-shoulder v
co-opt v
co-star v
co-write v
crash-land v
criss-cross v
cross-examine v
cross-promote v
cross-question v
die-cast v
double-check v
double-click v
double-cross v
dry-clean v
left-click v
right-click v
spring-clean v
chit-chat v, at chit-chat n
clip-clop v, at clip-clop n
code-name v, at code name n
cold-call v, at cold-calling n
comfort-eat v, at comfort eating n
court-martial v, at court martial n
cross-hatch v, at cross-hatching n
cross-refer v, at cross-reference n
short-circuit v, at short circuit n
sugar-coat v, at sugar-coated adj (DECEIVING)
wheel-clamp v, at wheel clamp n
cable up, at cable v
caddy, at caddie v
cannibalise, at cannibalize v
canonise, at canonize v
capitalise, at capitalize v (LETTER)
capitalise, at capitalize v (MONEY)
caramelise, at caramelize v
carbonise, at carbonize v
categorise, at categorize v
cauterise, at cauterize v
centralise, at centralize v
center, at centre v
chaperon, at chaperone v
characterise, at characterize v
chirrup, at chirp v
choke up, at choke v (FILL)
choke it, at choke v (FAIL)
champ, at chomp v
churn up, at churn v (MOVE/MIX)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

civilise, at civilize v
clamor, at clamour v
colonise, at colonize v
color, at colour v (BECOME A COLOUR)
color, at colour v (INFLUENCE)
commercialise, at commercialize v
compartmentalise, at compartmentalize v
computerise, at computerize v
conceptualise, at conceptualize v
containerise, at containerize v
contextualise, at contextualize v
cool off, at cool v (BECOME LESS)
co-operate, at cooperate v
co-ordinate, at coordinate v (COMBINE)
crack into sth, at crack v (GET INTO)
criminalise, at criminalize v
criticise, at criticize v
crystallise, at crystallize v
cue in, at cue v
curtsey, at curtsy v
customise, at customize v
conscript, at draft v (MILITARY)
camp, at encamp v
coast, at freewheel v
cuff, at handcuff v
cover, at mark v (SPORT)
call, at ring v (PHONE)
check, at tick v (MARK)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

dab v
dabble v (TRY)
dabble v (MOVE IN WATER)
dally v
dam v
damage v
damn v (BLAME)
damn v (PUNISH)
dampen v (MAKE WET)
dampen v (FEELINGS)
dance v
dandle v
dangle v
dare v (BE BRAVE/RUDE)
dare v (ASK)
darken v
darn v
dart v
dash v (MOVE QUICKLY)
dash v (HIT)
date v (TIME)
date v (MEET)
date v (SHOW AGE)
daub v
daunt v
dawdle v
dawn v (BEGIN)
dawn v (BECOME KNOWN)
daydream v, at daydream n
dazzle v
deactivate v
deaden v
deadhead v
deafen v
deal v (DO BUSINESS)
deal v (SHARE OUT)
dealt v
debar v
debase v
debate v
debilitate v
debit v
debrief v
debug v (REMOVE MISTAKES)
debug v (REMOVE DEVICES)
debunk v
debut v
decamp v
decant v
decapitate v
decay v
deceive v
decelerate v
decentralize v
decide v
decimate v
decipher v
deck v (DECORATE)
deck v (HIT)
declaim v
declare v (EXPRESS)
declare v (CRICKET)
declassify v
decline v (GO DOWN)
decline v (REFUSE)
decline v (GRAMMAR)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

decode v
decommission v
decompose v
decompress v
decontaminate v
decontrol v
decorate v (MAKE ATTRACTIVE)
decorate v (HONOUR)
decoy v, at decoy n
decrease v
decree v
decriminalize v
decry v
decrypt v
dedicate v (GIVE TIME/ENERGY)
dedicate v (BOOK, ETC.)
dedicate v (BUILDING)
deduce v
deduct v
deem v
deepen v (DOWN)
deepen v (STRONGLY FELT)
deepen v (COMPLICATED)
deepen v (LOW)
deepen v (DARK)
deface v
defame v
default v
defeat v
defecate v
defect v
defend v (PROTECT)
defend v (SPORT)
defer v
defile v
define v (EXPLAIN)
define v (CLEARLY SHOW)
deflate v (MAKE SMALLER)
deflate v (WEAKEN)
deflate v (MONEY)
deflect v
deflower v
defog v
defoliate v
deforest v, at deforestation n
deform v
defragment v
defraud v
defray v
defriend v
defrock v
defrost v
defuse v (BOMB)
defuse v (DIFFICULT SITUATION)
defy v
degenerate v
degrade v (LOSE RESPECT)
degrade v (SPOIL)
degrade v (CHANGE STRUCTURE)
dehumanize v
dehydrate v
deify v
delay v
delegate v (GIVE)
delegate v (CHOOSE PERSON)
delete v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

deliberate v
delight v
delimit v
delineate v
deliver v (TAKE)
deliver v (GIVE)
deliver v (PRODUCE)
deliver v (GIVE BIRTH)
deliver v (SAVE)
delouse v
delude v
deluge v
delve v
demand v (REQUEST)
demand v (NEED)
demarcate v
demean v
demilitarize v
demist v
demit v
demo v
demob v
demobilize v
democratize v
demolish v (DESTROY)
demolish v (DEFEAT)
demolish v (EAT)
demonize v
demonstrate v (SHOW)
demonstrate v (EXPRESS)
demonstrate v (PROTEST)
demoralize v
demote v
demotivate v
demur v
demystify v
demythologize v
denationalize v
denigrate v
denitrify v
denote v
denounce v (CRITICIZE)
denounce v (ACCUSE)
dent v
denude v
deny v (NOT TRUE)
deny v (REFUSE)
deny v (NOT ADMIT)
depart v
depend v
depersonalize v
depict v
deplane v
deplete v
deplore v
deploy v
depoliticize v
depopulate v
deport v
depose v
deposit v (LEAVE)
deposit v (MONEY)
deprave v
deprecate v (NOT APPROVE)
deprecate v (NOT VALUE)
depreciate v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

depress v (CAUSE SADNESS)


depress v (REDUCE)
depress v (PRESS DOWN)
depressurize v
deprive v
depute v
deputize v
derail v (TRAIN)
derail v (PLAN)
derecognize v
deregulate v
deride v
derogate v (CRITICIZE)
derogate v (LAW)
desalinate v
descale v
descend v (POSITION)
descend v (NEGATIVE MOOD)
describe v
desecrate v
desegregate v
deselect v
desensitize v
desert v (RUN AWAY)
desert v (LEAVE BEHIND)
deserve v
design v (PLAN)
design v (INTEND)
designate v
desire v (WANT)
desire v (SEXUAL)
desist v
deskill v
despair v
despatch n, v
despise v
despoil v
destabilize v
destroy v
detach v
detail v (GIVE INFORMATION)
detail v (ORDER)
detain v
detect v
deter v
deteriorate v
determine v (DECIDE)
determine v (DISCOVER)
detest v
dethrone v
detonate v
detour v, at detour n
detox v
detoxify v, at detoxification n
devalue v (MONEY)
devalue v (NOT VALUE)
devastate v (DESTROY)
devastate v (UPSET)
develop v (GROW)
develop v (START)
develop v (PROCESS FILM)
deviate v (BEHAVIOUR)
deviate v (DIRECTION)
devise v
devoice v
devolve v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

devour v
diagnose v
dial v
dice v (CUT)
dicker v
dictate v (GIVE ORDERS)
dictate v (SPEAK)
did v
diddle v (TRICK)
diddle v (PLAY)
die v
diet v
differ v
differentiate v (FIND DIFFERENCE)
differentiate v (MAKE DIFFERENT)
diffract v
diffuse v
dig v (MOVE SOIL)
dig v (SEARCH)
dig v (APPROVE)
digest v (EAT)
digest v (UNDERSTAND)
digitize v
dignify v
digress v
dilate v
dilute v
dim v
diminish v
dine v
ding v (MAKE SOUND)
ding v (HIT)
dip v (PUT INTO LIQUID)
dip v (DROP)
direct v (CONTROL)
direct v (AIM)
direct v (SAY WHERE)
direct v (ORDER)
dirty v
dis v
disable v (PERSON)
disable v (MACHINE)
disabuse v
disadvantage v
disafforest v
disagree v
disallow v
disambiguate v
disappear v
disappoint v
disapprove v
disarm v (REMOVE WEAPONS)
disarm v (PERSONALITY)
disarrange v
disassemble v
disassociate v
disavow v
disband v
disbar v
disbelieve v
disburse v
discard v
discern v
discharge v (ALLOW TO LEAVE)
discharge v (SEND OUT)
discharge v (PERFORM)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

discharge v (FIRE GUN)


discipline v (PUNISH)
discipline v (CONTROL)
disclaim v
disclose v
discolour v
discombobulate v
discomfit v
disconcert v
disconnect v
discontinue v
discount v (NOT CONSIDER)
discount v (REDUCE)
discourage v (MAKE LESS CONFIDENT)
discourage v (PREVENT)
discover v
discredit v
discriminate v (TREAT DIFFERENTLY)
discriminate v (SEE A DIFFERENCE)
discuss v
disdain v
disembark v
disembowel v
disenfranchise v
disengage v
disentangle v
disestablish v
disfigure v
disfranchise v
disgorge v
disgrace v
disguise v
disgust v
dishearten v
dishonour v
disillusion v
disinfect v
disinherit v
disintegrate v
disinter v
disinvest v
dislike v
dislocate v
dislodge v
dismantle v
dismay v, at dismay n
dismember v
dismiss v (NOT TAKE SERIOUSLY)
dismiss v (END JOB)
dismiss v (SEND AWAY)
dismount v
disobey v
disorientate v
disown v
disparage v
dispatch v (SEND)
dispatch v (KILL)
dispel v
dispense v
disperse v
displace v
display v (ARRANGE)
display v (SHOW)
displease v
dispossess v
disprove v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

dispute v
disqualify v
disregard v
disrespect v
disrobe v
disrupt v
diss v
dissect v
dissemble v
disseminate v
dissent v
dissipate v
dissociate v
dissolve v (BE ABSORBED)
dissolve v (END)
dissuade v
distend v
distil v (LIQUID)
distil v (INFORMATION)
distinguish v
distort v
distract v
distress v
distribute v
distrust v
disturb v (INTERRUPT)
disturb v (WORRY)
disturb v (MOVE)
disunite v
ditch v (GET RID OF)
ditch v (AIRCRAFT)
dither v
dive v (IN WATER)
dive v (BECOME LESS)
dive v (MOVE QUICKLY)
diverge v
diversify v
divert v (CHANGE DIRECTION)
divert v (TAKE ATTENTION AWAY)
divest v
divide v (SEPARATE)
divide v (DISAGREE)
divine v (GUESS)
divine v (SEARCH)
divorce v (PEOPLE)
divorce v (SUBJECTS)
divulge v
do auxiliary verb (FOR QUESTIONS/NEGATIVES)
do auxiliary verb (TO AVOID REPEATING)
do auxiliary verb (FOR EMPHASIS)
do v (PERFORM)
do v (ACT)
do v (DEAL WITH)
do v (STUDY)
do v (SOLVE)
do v (MAKE)
do v (FINISH)
do v (CLEAN/MAKE TIDY)
do v (ARRANGE)
do v (TRAVEL)
do v (BE ACCEPTABLE)
do v (CAUSE TO HAVE)
do v (COOK)
do v (MANAGE)
do v (PLAY)
do v (VISIT)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

do v (STEAL)
do v (CHEAT)
do v (PRISON)
do v (PUNISH)
do v (TAKE DRUG)
dock v (REMOVE)
dock v (SHIP)
doctor v (CHANGE)
doctor v (ANIMAL)
document v
dodge v
does v
doff v
dog v (FOLLOW)
dog v (PROBLEM)
domesticate v
dominate v (HAVE CONTROL)
dominate v (BE IMPORTANT)
don v
donate v
done v
doodle v
doom v
doorstep v
dope v
dose v
doss v
dot v
double v
doubt v
douche v
douse v
dove v
dovetail v
down v (LOWER POSITION)
down v (EAT)
down v (DEFEAT)
downgrade v
download v
downplay v
downshift v (WAY OF LIVING)
downshift v (VEHICLE)
downsize v
dowse v (SEARCH)
dowse v (MAKE WET)
doze v
draft v (PLAN)
draft v (MILITARY)
drag v (PULL)
drag v (BORING)
drain v (REMOVE LIQUID)
drain v (MAKE TIRED)
drain v (REDUCE)
dramatize v (THEATRE)
dramatize v (MAKE EXCITING)
drank v
draw v (PICTURE)
draw v (ATTRACT)
draw v (MAKE)
draw v (MOVE)
draw v (CAUSE)
draw v (PULL)
draw v (CHOOSE)
draw v (TAKE OUT)
draw v (GET)
draw v (BREATHE)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

draw v (EQUAL)
draw v (MONEY)
drawl v, at drawl n
drawn v
dread v
dream v (SLEEP)
dream v (HOPE)
dredge v (REMOVE)
dredge v (FOOD)
drench v
dress v (PUT ON CLOTHES)
dress v (PREPARE FOOD)
dress v (TREAT INJURY)
dress v (SHOP WINDOW)
drew v
dribble v (FLOW SLOWLY)
dribble v (FROM MOUTH)
dribble v (MOVE BALL)
dried v
drift v
drill v (MAKE HOLE)
drill v (PRACTISE)
drink v (LIQUID)
drink v (ALCOHOL)
drip v
drive v (USE VEHICLE)
drive v (FORCE)
drive v (PROVIDE POWER)
drizzle v (POUR)
drizzle v (RAIN)
drone v
drool v
droop v
drop v (FALL)
drop v (LOWER)
drop v (STOP)
drop v (TAKE)
drove v
drove v
drown v (DIE)
drown v (COVER)
drug v
drum v
drunk v
dry v
dub v (NAME)
dub v (SOUNDS)
duck v
duel v, at duel n
duff v
dug v
dull v
dump v (PUT DOWN)
dump v (GET RID OF)
dump v (END RELATIONSHIP)
dun v
dunk v (INTO LIQUID)
dunk v (BASKETBALL)
dupe v
duplicate v
dust v (CLEAN)
dust v (COVER)
dwarf v
dwell v
dwindle v
dye v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

dynamite v
KO v
OD v
OK v
xv
air-dash v
blow-dry v
deep-fry v
de-escalate v
de-ice v
die-cast v
dilly-dally v
dive-bomb v
double-book v
double-check v
double-click v
double-cross v
double-dip v
double-park v
double-space v
double-team v
drip-dry v
drunk-dial v
dry-clean v
freeze-dry v
hot-desk v
nickel-and-dime v
self-destruct v
skinny-dip v
tie-dye v
wheel and deal v
air-drop v, at air drop n
dead-end v, at dead end n
double-glaze v, at double glazing n
name-drop v, at name-dropping n
slam-dunk v, at slam dunk n
slam-dunk v, at be a slam dunk idiom
speed-dial v, at speed dial n
spin-dry v, at spin-dryer n
bolt down, at bolt v (EAT)
draft, at conscript v
damp, at dampen v (MAKE WET)
decentralise, at decentralize v
decriminalise, at decriminalize v
defrag, at defragment v
dehumanise, at dehumanize v
demark, at demarcate v
demilitarise, at demilitarize v
defrost, at demist v
demobilise, at demobilize v
democratise, at democratize v
demonise, at demonize v
demoralise, at demoralize v
demythologise, at demythologize v
denationalise, at denationalize v
depersonalise, at depersonalize v
depoliticise, at depoliticize v
depressurise, at depressurize v
deputise, at deputize v
derecognise, at derecognize v
desensitise, at desensitize v
destabilise, at destabilize v
digitise, at digitize v
discolor, at discolour v
disfranchise, at disenfranchise v
dishonor, at dishonour v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

divest, at disinvest v
disorient, at disorientate v
despatch, at dispatch v (SEND)
despatch, at dispatch v (KILL)
dis, at diss v
disassociate, at dissociate v
distill, at distil v (LIQUID)
doss down, at doss v
dowse, at douse v
dramatise, at dramatize v (THEATRE)
dramatise, at dramatize v (MAKE EXCITING)
'd, at had v (HAVE)
OD, at overdose v
deseed, at seed v (PLANT)
snarf down, at snarf v
sponge down, at sponge v (CLEAN)
teem down, at teem v
dump, at tip v (RUBBISH)
wind down, at unwind v (RELAX)
'd, at would modal verb (FUTURE)
'd, at would modal verb (INTENTION)
'd, at would modal verb (POSSIBLE)
'd, at would modal verb (REQUEST)
'd, at would modal verb (OFTEN)
'd, at would modal verb (OPINION)
'd, at would modal verb (ADVISE)
'd, at would modal verb (REASON)
'd, at would modal verb (LIKELY)
dunk, at slam dunk n
dunk, at be a slam dunk idiom

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

earmark v
earn v
earth v
ease v (MAKE LESS)
ease v (MOVE)
eat v
eavesdrop v
eBay v, at eBay n
ebb v (WATER)
ebb v (FEELING)
echo v (SOUND)
echo v (SIMILAR DETAILS)
eclipse v (SUN)
eclipse v (IMPORTANCE)
economize v
eddy v
edge v
edify v
edit v
editorialize v
educate v
efface v (REMOVE)
effect v
effervesce v
ejaculate v (SPERM)
ejaculate v (SAY)
eject v
elaborate v
elapse v
elbow v
elect v
electrify v (POWER)
electrify v (EXCITE)
electrocute v
electroplate v
elevate v
elicit v
elide v
eliminate v
elongate v
elope v
elucidate v
elude v (NOT ACHIEVE)
elude v (NOT BE CAUGHT)
elude v (NOT REMEMBER)
email v
emanate v
emancipate v
emasculate v
embalm v
embargo v
embark v
embarrass v
embed v
embellish v
embezzle v
embitter v, at embittered adj
emblazon v
embody v
embolden v
emboss v
embrace v (ACCEPT)
embrace v (HOLD)
embrace v (INCLUDE)
embroider v (DECORATE CLOTH)
embroider v (ADD TO A STORY)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

embroil v
emcee n, v
emend v
emerge v (APPEAR)
emerge v (BECOME KNOWN)
emigrate v
emit v
empanel v
empathize v
emphasize v
employ v (PROVIDE JOB)
employ v (USE)
empower v
empty v
emulate v
emulsify v
enable v
enact v (MAKE LAW)
enact v (PERFORM)
enamel v
encamp v
encapsulate v
encase v
enchant v (PLEASE)
enchant v (MAGIC)
encircle v
enclose v (SURROUND)
enclose v (SEND)
encode v
encompass v
encounter v (MEET)
encounter v (EXPERIENCE)
encourage v
encrypt v
encumber v
end v
endanger v
endeavour v
endorse v (SUPPORT)
endorse v (GIVE PERMISSION)
endorse v (PUNISH)
endow v
endure v (EXPERIENCE)
endure v (CONTINUE)
energize v
enervate v
enfeeble v
enfold v
enforce v
enfranchise v
engage v (EMPLOY)
engage v (INTEREST)
engage v (FIT TOGETHER)
engage v (BEGIN FIGHTING)
engage v (TEACH)
engender v
engineer v (ARRANGE)
engineer v (BUILD)
engrave v
engross v
engulf v
enhance v
enjoin v
enjoy v (PLEASURE)
enjoy v (ADVANTAGE)
enlarge v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

enlighten v
enlist v (JOIN)
enlist v (ASK FOR HELP)
enliven v
enmesh v
ennoble v
enquire v
enrage v
enrich v (IMPROVE)
enrich v (HAVE MORE MONEY)
enrol v
enshrine v
enshroud v (COVER)
enshroud v (KEEP SECRET)
enslave v
ensnare v
ensue v
ensure v
entail v
entangle v
enter v (PLACE)
enter v (COMPETITION)
enter v (INFORMATION)
enter v (ORGANIZATION)
enter v (PERIOD)
entertain v (AMUSE)
entertain v (INVITE)
entertain v (THINK ABOUT)
enthral v
enthrone v
enthuse v
entice v
entitle v (ALLOW)
entitle v (GIVE TITLE)
entomb v
entrance v
entrap v
entreat v
entrench v
entrust v
entwine v
enumerate v
enunciate v (PRONOUNCE)
enunciate v (EXPLAIN)
envelop v
envisage v
envy v
epitomize v
epoxy v
equal v (BE THE SAME)
equal v (RESULT IN)
equalize v
equate v
equip v (EQUIPMENT)
equip v (SKILLS)
equivocate v
eradicate v
erase v (MARK)
erase v (RECORDING)
erase v (SOMETHING PAST)
erect v (BUILD)
erect v (MAKE VERTICAL)
erode v (DAMAGE PHYSICALLY)
erode v (HAVE NEGATIVE EFFECT)
err v
erupt v (VOLCANO)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

erupt v (START SUDDENLY)


escalate v
escape v (GET FREE)
escape v (COMPUTER)
eschew v
escort v (GO WITH)
escort v (AS SOCIAL COMPANION)
espouse v
espy v
essay v
establish v (START)
establish v (ACCEPT)
establish v (DISCOVER)
esteem v
estimate v
etch v
eulogize v
evacuate v
evade v
evaluate v
evangelize v (OPINIONS)
evangelize v (RELIGION)
evaporate v (BECOME GAS)
evaporate v (DISAPPEAR)
even v
evict v
evince v
eviscerate v
evoke v
evolve v
exacerbate v
exact v
exaggerate v
exalt v
examine v (LOOK AT CAREFULLY)
examine v (TEST)
exasperate v
excavate v
exceed v
excel v
excerpt v, at excerpt n
exchange v
excise v
excite v (MAKE HAPPY)
excite v (CAUSE REACTION)
exclaim v
exclude v
excommunicate v
excoriate v
excrete v
exculpate v
excuse v
execute v (KILL)
execute v (DO)
exemplify v
exempt v
exercise v (DO HEALTHY ACTIVITY)
exercise v (USE)
exert v (USE)
exfoliate v
exhale v
exhaust v (TIRE)
exhaust v (USE)
exhibit v
exhilarate v
exhort v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

exhume v
exile v
exist v (BE)
exist v (LIVE)
exit v (BUILDING)
exit v (COMPUTER)
exonerate v
exorcise v
expand v
expatiate v
expatriate v
expect v (THINK)
expect v (DEMAND)
expectorate v
expedite v
expel v (PERSON)
expel v (AIR/LIQUID)
expend v
experience v
experiment v
expiate v
expire v (END)
expire v (DIE)
explain v
explicate v
explode v (BREAK APART)
explode v (EMOTION)
explode v (INCREASE)
explode v (PROVE FALSE)
exploit v (USE WELL)
exploit v (USE UNFAIRLY)
explore v
export v
expose v (UNCOVER)
expose v (MAKE PUBLIC)
expostulate v
expound v
express v (SHOW)
express v (SEND FAST)
expropriate v
expunge v
expurgate v
extemporize v
extend v (INCREASE)
extend v (STRETCH)
extend v (REACH)
extend v (OFFER)
extend v (INCLUDE)
extend v (USE ABILITY)
extenuate v
exterminate v
externalize v
extinguish v (FIRE/LIGHT)
extinguish v (FEELING/IDEA)
extirpate v
extol v
extort v
extract v
extradite v
extrapolate v
extricate v
extrude v
exude v (FEELING)
exude v (LIQUID/SMELL)
exult v
eye v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

eyeball v
co-exist v
cross-examine v
de-escalate v
pre-empt v
pre-exist v
rear-end v
re-elect v
re-enact v
re-enter v
comfort-eat v, at comfort eating n
dead-end v, at dead end n
emcee, at compere v
economise, at economize v
editorialise, at editorialize v
e-mail, at email v
empathise, at empathize v
emphasise, at emphasize v
endeavor, at endeavour v
energise, at energize v
enroll, at enrol v
enthrall, at enthral v
envision, at envisage v
epitomise, at epitomize v
equalise, at equalize v
eulogise, at eulogize v
evangelise, at evangelize v (OPINIONS)
evangelise, at evangelize v (RELIGION)
exorcize, at exorcise v
extemporise, at extemporize v
externalise, at externalize v
enquire, at inquire v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

fabricate v
face v (DEAL WITH)
face v (TURN TOWARDS)
face v (BUILDING)
Facebook v
facilitate v
factorize v
fade v
fag v
fail v (NOT SUCCEED)
fail v (EXAM)
fail v (NOT DO)
fail v (STOP)
fail v (NOT HELP)
faint v
fake v (FEELING/ILLNESS)
fake v (OBJECT)
fall v (HAVE AN ACCIDENT)
fall v (BECOME LOWER)
fall v (COME DOWN)
fall v (BELONG TO)
fall v (BECOME)
fall v (BE DEFEATED)
fall v (HAPPEN)
fall v (HANG DOWN)
falsify v
falter v
fan v (AIR)
fan v (MAKE WORSE)
fancy v (LIKE)
fancy v (IMAGINE)
fantasize v
fare v
farm v
fart v
fascinate v
fashion v
fast v
fasten v
father v
fathom v
fatigue v
fault v (CRITICIZE)
fault v (SPORTS)
favour v
fax v
faze v
fear v
feather v
featherbed v
feature v
federate v
feed v (GIVE FOOD)
feed v (PUT)
feel v (EXPERIENCE)
feel v (OPINION)
feel v (TOUCH)
feign v
feint v
fell v (FALL)
fell v (CUT DOWN)
fellate v, at fellatio n
felt v
fence v
ferment v
ferret v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

ferry v
fertilize v (LAND)
fertilize v (EGG/SEED)
fester v (INJURY)
fester v (FEELING)
festoon v
fetch v (GET)
fetch v (SELL)
fetch v (HIT)
fete v
fetter v
feud v
fib v
fictionalize v
fiddle v (CHEAT)
fiddle v (MOVE ABOUT)
fiddle v (INSTRUMENT)
fidget v
field v (BALL)
field v (ANSWER)
field v (TEAM)
fight v
figure v (EXPECT)
figure v (APPEAR)
figure v (NUMBER)
filch v
file v (STORE/RECORD INFORMATION)
file v (WALK IN A LINE)
file v (TOOL)
filet n, v
filibuster v
fill v (SPACE)
fill v (JOB)
fillet v
film v
filter v (APPEAR GRADUALLY)
filter v (REMOVE)
finagle v
finalize v
finance v
find v (DISCOVER)
find v (EXPERIENCE A FEELING)
find v (JUDGE)
fine v
finesse v
finger v (TOUCH)
finger v (TELL THE POLICE)
fingerprint v
finish v (COMPLETE/END)
finish v (WOOD)
fire v (SHOOT)
fire v (REMOVE FROM A JOB)
fire v (EXCITE)
fire v (HEAT)
firebomb v, at firebomb n
firefight v
firm v (MAKE HARD)
firm v (STOP CHANGING)
fish v (SEARCH)
fish v (ANIMAL)
fit v (CORRECT SIZE)
fit v (BE SUITABLE)
fit v (PUT IN POSITION)
fit v (ILLNESS)
fix v (REPAIR)
fix v (ARRANGE)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

fix v (FASTEN)
fix v (SIGHT)
fix v (KEEP)
fix v (CHEAT)
fix v (HAIR/MAKE-UP/CLOTHES)
fix v (PREPARE FOOD)
fix v (PUNISH)
fix v (PRESERVE COLOURS)
fix v (STOP REPRODUCTION)
fix v (DRUG)
fizz v (PRODUCE GAS)
fizz v (SOUND)
fizzle v
flabbergast v
flag v (MARK)
flag v (BECOME TIRED)
flagellate v
flail v
flake v
flambé v
flame v (BURN)
flame v (EMOTION)
flame v (COMPUTING)
flank v
flannel v
flap v (WAVE)
flap v (BEHAVE NERVOUSLY)
flare v (BURN BRIGHTLY)
flare v (GET WORSE)
flare v (MAKE WIDER)
flash v (SHINE SUDDENLY)
flash v (MOVE FAST)
flash v (SHOW QUICKLY)
flash v (COMMUNICATE)
flash v (SUDDEN EXPERIENCE)
flatline v
flatten v (BECOME LEVEL)
flatten v (MAKE THINNER)
flatter v
flaunt v
flavour v
flaw v
flay v
flee v
fleece v
flex v
flick v
flicker v
flinch v
fling v (THROW)
fling v (MOVE/DO)
fling v (SAY ANGRILY)
flip v
flirt v
flit v
float v (NOT SINK)
float v (MOVE)
float v (SUGGEST)
float v (CHANGE VALUE)
float v (BUSINESS)
flock v
flog v (PUNISH)
flog v (SELL)
flood v (COVER WITH WATER)
flood v (ARRIVE)
floor v (HIT)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

floor v (SURPRISE/CONFUSE)
flop v (FALL)
flop v (FAIL)
floss v
flounce v
flounder v
flour v
flourish v (SUCCEED)
flourish v (WAVE)
flout v
flow v (MOVE)
flow v (CONTINUE)
flow v (HANG DOWN)
flower v (DEVELOP)
flower v (PLANT)
fluctuate v
fluff v
flummox v
flunk v
fluoridate v
flush v (BECOME RED)
flush v (TOILET)
fluster v
flutter v (MOVE)
flutter v (HEART/STOMACH)
fly v (TRAVEL)
fly v (MOVE QUICKLY)
fly v (WAVE)
foal v
foam v
focus v
fog v
foil v
fold v (BEND)
fold v (FAIL)
follow v (GO)
follow v (HAPPEN)
follow v (OBEY)
follow v (HAVE INTEREST IN)
follow v (BE RESULT)
follow v (UNDERSTAND)
follow v (READ)
follow v (SOCIAL MEDIA)
foment v
fondle v
fool v
foot v
forage v
forbear v
forbid v
force v (GIVE NO CHOICE)
force v (USE PHYSICAL POWER)
ford v
forecast v
foreclose v (TAKE POSSESSION)
foreclose v (PREVENT)
forego v
foreground v
foresee v
foreshadow v
foreshorten v
forestall v
foretell v
forewarn v
forfeit v
forge v (COPY)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

forge v (CREATE)
forge v (MOVE)
forget v (NOT REMEMBER)
forget v (NOT DO)
forget v (NOT BRING)
forget v (STOP THINKING)
forgive v
forgo v
fork v (DIVIDE)
fork v (GARDEN)
form v
formalize v
format v
formulate v
fornicate v
forsake v (LEAVE)
forsake v (STOP)
forswear v
fortify v
forward v
fossilize v
foster v (TAKE CARE OF)
foster v (ENCOURAGE)
foul v (MAKE DIRTY)
foul v (SPORT)
found v (FIND)
found v (BEGIN)
found v (BUILD)
found v (BASE)
founder v
fox v (CONFUSE)
fox v (DECEIVE)
fracture v
fragment v
frame v (EXPRESS)
frame v (MAKE GUILTY)
frame v (BORDER)
franchise v
frank v
fraternize v
fray v (CLOTH)
fray v (BECOME ANNOYED)
freak v
free v (NOT IN PRISON)
free v (MAKE LOOSE)
free v (REMOVE LIMITS)
free v (MAKE AVAILABLE)
freebase v, at freebasing n
freelance v
freewheel v
freeze v (COLD)
freeze v (STOP WORKING)
freeze v (STOP MOVING)
freeze v (MONEY/PROPERTY)
freight v
frequent v
freshen v (AIR)
freshen v (DRINK)
fret v
friend v
frighten v
frisk v (SEARCH)
frisk v (MOVE)
frizz v
frogmarch v
frolic v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

front v
frost v (COLD)
frost v (CAKE)
frost v (HAIR)
frost v (GLASS)
froth v
frown v
frozen v
fruit v
frustrate v (DISCOURAGE)
frustrate v (PREVENT)
fry v
fuck v
fuddle v
fudge v
fuel v
fulfil v (MAKE HAPPEN)
fulfil v (SATISFY)
fulminate v
fumble v (DO STH AWKWARDLY)
fumble v (SPORT)
fumble v (THINK OF A WORD)
fume v
fumigate v
function v
fund v
fundraise v, at fundraising n
funnel v
fur v
furl v
furlough v
furnish v
furrow v
further v
fuse v (JOIN)
fuse v (MELT)
fuse v (STOP WORKING)
fuss v (GIVE ATTENTION TO)
fuss v (MAKE NERVOUS/ANGRY)
bottle-feed v
deep-fry v
fast-forward v
fast-talk v
fine-tune v
flash-fry v
flip-flop v
force-feed v
freeze-dry v
future-proof v
pan-fry v
shallow-fry v
spoon-feed v (FEED)
spoon-feed v (PROVIDE INFORMATION)
stir-fry v
test-fire v
wrong-foot v
fat-finger v, at fat finger n
fly-tip v, at fly-tipping n
french-polish v, at French polish n
high-five v, at high five n
trickle-feed v, at trickle feed n
facebook, at Facebook v
factorise, at factorize v
fantasise, at fantasize v
favor, at favour v
fertilise, at fertilize v (LAND)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

fertilise, at fertilize v (EGG/SEED)


fictionalise, at fictionalize v
filet, at fillet v
finalise, at finalize v
flail about/around, at flail v
flare up, at flare v (GET WORSE)
flavor, at flavour v
flub, at fluff v
forego, at forgo v
form up, at form v
formalise, at formalize v
fossilise, at fossilize v
fraternise, at fraternize v
freeze up, at freeze v (STOP WORKING)
freshen up, at freshen v (AIR)
freshen up, at freshen v (DRINK)
front onto, at front v
fulfill, at fulfil v (MAKE HAPPEN)
fulfill, at fulfil v (SATISFY)
fur up, at fur v
frost, at ice v (COVER CAKES)
root for, at support v (ENCOURAGE)
toss sb for sth, at toss v (COIN)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

gab v
gabble v
gag v (ALMOST VOMIT)
gag v (PREVENT FROM TALKING)
gain v (GET)
gain v (INCREASE)
gain v (CLOCK/WATCH)
gainsay v
gall v
gallivant v
gallop v
galvanize v
gamble v
gambol v
gaol n, v
gape v (LOOK)
gape v (OPEN)
garage v
gargle v
garland v
garner v
garnish v
garrison v
garrotte v
gas v (POISON)
gas v (TALK)
gash v
gasp v
gatecrash v
gather v (COLLECT)
gather v (COME TOGETHER)
gather v (UNDERSTAND)
gather v (CLOTH)
gauge v (MEASURE)
gauge v (JUDGE)
gawk v
gawp v
gaze v
gazump v
gazunder v
gel v (BECOME FIRM)
gel v (ON HAIR)
geld v
generalize v
generate v (CREATE)
generate v (MAKE ENERGY)
gentrify v
genuflect v
germinate v (SEED)
germinate v (IDEA)
gerrymander v, at gerrymandering n
gestate v, at gestation n (BABY)
gestate v, at gestation n (IDEA)
gesticulate v
gesture v
get v (OBTAIN)
get v (REACH)
get v (BECOME ILL WITH)
get v (START TO BE)
get v (CAUSE)
get v (BE)
get v (MOVE)
get v (TRAVEL)
get v (DEAL WITH)
get v (HAVE CHANCE)
get v (UNDERSTAND/HEAR)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

get v (PREPARE)
get v (PAY)
get v (CONFUSE)
get v (ANNOY)
get v (EMOTION)
get v (HIT)
gherao v, at gherao n
ghettoize v
ghostwrite v
gibber v
gibe n, v
gift v
gig v
giggle v
gild v
gird v
girdle v
give v (PROVIDE)
give v (CAUSE)
give v (DO)
give v (STRETCH)
give v (DECIDE)
given v
gladden v
glamorize v
glance v (LOOK)
glance v (SHINE)
glare v (SHINE)
glare v (LOOK)
glaze v (GLASS)
glaze v (SHINY)
glaze v (BORED)
gleam v
glean v
glide v (MOVE)
glide v (FLY)
glimmer v
glimpse v
glint v
glisten v
glitter v
gloat v
globalize v
glocalize v
glorify v
gloss v
glove v
glow v
glower v
glue v
glut v, at glut n
gnaw v (BITE)
gnaw v (FEEL WORRIED)
go v (MOVE/TRAVEL)
go v (LEAVE)
go v (LEAD)
go v (BECOME)
go v (MOVE BODY)
go v (OPERATE)
go v (TIME)
go v (BE)
go v (START)
go v (PLAY GAME)
go v (DIVIDE)
go v (SAY)
go v (WEAKEN)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

go v (NOISE)
go v (BE EXPRESSED)
go v (HAPPEN)
go v (BE SITUATED)
go v (BE SOLD)
go v (BE ACCEPTABLE)
go v (BE KNOWN)
go v (DEVELOP)
goad v
gob v
gobble v (EAT)
gobble v (MAKE NOISE)
goggle v
gone v
goof v
Google v
goose v (TOUCH)
goose v (MAKE ACTIVE)
gore v
gorge v
gossip v
gouge v
govern v (RULE)
govern v (INFLUENCE)
grab v (TAKE WITH HAND)
grab v (TAKE OPPORTUNITY)
grace v
grade v
graduate v (QUALIFY)
graduate v (PROGRESS)
graft v (ADD PIECE)
graft v (WORK)
grant v (GIVE)
grant v (ACCEPT)
grapple v
grasp v (TAKE)
grasp v (UNDERSTAND)
grate v (COOKING)
grate v (RUB TOGETHER)
grate v (ANNOY)
gratify v
graze v (SURFACE)
graze v (FOOD)
grease v
greenwash v
greet v
grey v (HAIR)
grey v (GET OLDER)
grieve v
grill v (COOK)
grill v (QUESTION)
grimace v
grin v
grind v (MAKE SMALLER)
grind v (RUB)
grip v (HOLD)
grip v (INTEREST)
grip v (EMOTION)
gripe v, at gripe n
grit v
grizzle v
groan v
groom v (CLEAN)
groom v (PREPARE)
groom v (SEX)
grope v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

gross v
grouch v
ground v (GRIND)
ground v (KEEP ON LAND)
ground v (PUNISH)
group v
grouse v
grout v
grovel v (TRY TO PLEASE)
grovel v (MOVE)
grow v (INCREASE)
growl v
grub v (SEARCH)
grub v (TAKE)
grudge v
grumble v
grunt v
guarantee v (PROMISE)
guarantee v (MAKE CERTAIN)
guard v (WATCH)
guard v (NOT TELL)
guess v
guest v
guffaw v
guide v (HELP)
guide v (SHOW WAY)
guide v (MAKE MOVE)
guide v (INFLUENCE)
guillotine v (KILL)
guillotine v (LIMIT)
gulp v
gum v
gun v
gurgle v
gush v (FLOW)
gush v (EXPRESS)
gust v
gut v (EMPTY A BUILDING)
gut v (REMOVE ORGANS)
gutter v
guzzle v
gyrate v
guilt-trip v
machine-gun v
press-gang v
second-guess v (GUESS)
second-guess v (CRITICIZE)
double-glaze v, at double glazing n
gang-bang v, at gang bang n
gang-rape v, at gang rape n
glad-hand v, at glad-handing n
goose-step v, at goose step n
ground, at earth v
galvanise, at galvanize v
garotte, at garrotte v
gage, at gauge v (MEASURE)
gage, at gauge v (JUDGE)
gawp, at gawk v
generalise, at generalize v
ghettoise, at ghettoize v
ghost, at ghostwrite v
glamorise, at glamorize v
glaze over, at glaze v (BORED)
globalise, at globalize v
glocalise, at glocalize v
gray, at grey v (HAIR)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

gray, at grey v (GET OLDER)


go hacking, at hack v (HORSE)
have got, at have v (POSSESS)
have got, at have v (BE ILL)
gaol, at jail v
gibe, at jibe v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

hack v (CUT)
hack v (INFORMATION)
hack v (MANAGE)
hack v (HORSE)
had v (HAVE)
haemorrhage v
haggle v
hail v (CALL)
hail v (ICE)
hallmark v
hallucinate v
halt v
halve v
hammer v (USE TOOL)
hammer v (HIT WITH FORCE)
hammer v (DEFEAT)
hammer v (CRITICIZE)
hamper v
hamstring v
hand v
handcuff v
handicap v
handle v (DEAL WITH)
handle v (TOUCH)
handle v (OPERATE)
handle v (SELL)
hang v (FIX AT TOP)
hang v (KILL)
hang v (STAY)
hang v (BEND DOWN)
happen v (HAVE EXISTENCE)
happen v (CHANCE)
harangue v
harass v
harbour v (HAVE IN MIND)
harbour v (HIDE)
harbour v (CONTAIN)
harden v (SOLID)
harden v (SEVERE)
hare v
hark v
harm v
harmonize v (MUSIC)
harmonize v (MATCH)
harness v
harpoon v
harrow v, at harrow n
harrumph v
harry v
harvest v (CROPS)
harvest v (BODY PARTS)
hassle v
hasten v
hatch v (EGG)
hatch v (PLAN)
hate v
haul v
haunt v (REPEATEDLY TROUBLE)
haunt v (SPIRIT)
have auxiliary verb
have v (POSSESS)
have v (BE ILL)
have v (DO)
have v (EAT/DRINK)
have v (RECEIVE/ALLOW)
have v (MAKE HAPPEN)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

have v (SUFFER)
have v (EXPERIENCE)
have v (BABY)
have v (SEX)
hawk v
hazard v
head v (GO)
head v (LEADER)
head v (TOP PART)
head v (SPORT)
headhunt v
headline v
heal v
heap v
hear v (RECEIVE SOUND)
hear v (BE TOLD)
hear v (LISTEN)
hearken v
heart v
hearten v
heat v
heave v (MOVE)
heave v (VOMIT)
heckle v
hector v
hedge v
heed v
heel v
heft v
heighten v
held v
help v (MAKE EASIER)
help v (GIVE/TAKE)
hem v
hemorrhage n, v
henna v
herald v
herd v
hesitate v
hew v
hibernate v
hiccup v
hide v
hie v
highlight v
hijack v
hike v (WALK)
hike v (INCREASE)
hinder v
hint v
hire v
hiss v
hit v (TOUCH)
hit v (EFFECT)
hit v (SHOOT)
hit v (REACH)
hit v (ATTACK)
hitch v (FASTEN)
hitchhike v
hoard v
hoax v
hobble v (WALK)
hobble v (LIMIT)
hobnob v
hock v
hoe v, at hoe n

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

hog v
hoick v
hoist v
hold v (SUPPORT)
hold v (CONTAIN)
hold v (CONTROL)
hold v (IN A COMPETITION)
hold v (KEEP)
hold v (MAKE HAPPEN)
hold v (CONTINUE)
hold v (BELIEVE)
hold v (DELAY)
hold v (NOT INCLUDE)
hole v
holiday v
holler v
homeschool v
homestead v
hone v (MAKE SHARP)
hone v (MAKE PERFECT)
honeymoon v
honk v (SOUND)
honk v (VOMIT)
honour v (RESPECT)
honour v (REWARD)
hoodwink v
hoof v
hook v (DEVICE)
hook v (HAVE SEX)
hoot v
hoover v, at Hoover n
hop v
hope v
horrify v
horsewhip v
hose v
hospitalize v
host v (EVENT)
host v (TELEVISION SHOW)
host v (INTERNET)
hotdog v
hothouse v, at hothousing n
hound v
house v
hover v
howl v (PERSON/ANIMAL)
howl v (WIND)
huddle v
huff v
hug v
hull v
hum v
humanize v
humble v
humidify v
humiliate v
humour v
hump v (CARRY)
hump v (HAVE SEX)
hunch v
hung v
hunt v (CHASE)
hunt v (SEARCH)
hurdle v
hurl v
hurry v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

hurt v
hurtle v
husband v
hustle v (PUSH)
hustle v (PERSUADE)
hydroplane v
hype v
hyperventilate v, at hyperventilation n
hyphenate v
hypnotize v
hypothesize v
by-heart v
head-butt v
hot-desk v
hot-wire v
house-sit v
pinch-hit v
self-harm v
cross-hatch v, at cross-hatching n
glad-hand v, at glad-handing n
hero-worship v, at hero worship n
high-five v, at high five n
horse-trade v, at horse-trading n
hydroplane, at aquaplane v
go hacking, at hack v (HORSE)
hemorrhage, at haemorrhage v
harbor, at harbour v (HAVE IN MIND)
harbor, at harbour v (HIDE)
harbor, at harbour v (CONTAIN)
hearken, at hark v
harmonise, at harmonize v (MUSIC)
harmonise, at harmonize v (MATCH)
have got, at have v (POSSESS)
have got, at have v (BE ILL)
hiccough, at hiccup v
honor, at honour v (RESPECT)
honor, at honour v (REWARD)
hospitalise, at hospitalize v
humanise, at humanize v
humor, at humour v
hype up, at hype v
hypnotise, at hypnotize v
hoover, at vacuum v
hatch, at cross-hatching n

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

be v (DESCRIPTION)
be v (ALLOW)
be v (FUTURE)
be v (CAN)
be v (EXIST)
be auxiliary verb (CONTINUE)
be auxiliary verb (PASSIVE)
ice v (COVER CAKES)
ice v (KILL)
ID v
idealize v
identify v
idle v
idolize v
ignite v
ignore v
illuminate v
illustrate v (EXPLAIN)
illustrate v (DRAW PICTURES)
imagine v
imbed v
imbibe v
imitate v
immigrate v
immobilize v
immolate v
immortalize v
immunize v
impact v
impair v
impale v
impanel v
impart v
impeach v
impede v
impel v
imperil v
impersonate v
implant v (OBJECT)
implant v (IDEA)
implement v
implicate v
implode v
implore v
imply v
import v
importune v
impose v (FORCE)
impose v (EXPECT)
impound v
impoverish v, at impoverished adj
impregnate v (ABSORB)
impregnate v (MAKE PREGNANT)
impress v
imprint v
imprison v
improve v
improvise v
impugn v
inaugurate v
incapacitate v
incarcerate v
incense v
incentivize v
inch v
incinerate v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

incise v
incite v
incline v (FEEL)
incline v (MOVE)
include v
inconvenience v
incorporate v
increase v
incriminate v
incubate v (EGG)
incubate v (DISEASE)
inculcate v
incur v
indemnify v
indent v (SPACE)
indent v (REQUEST)
indenture v
index v (MAKE LIST)
index v (COMPARE)
indicate v (SHOW)
indicate v (SIGNAL)
indicate v (SUGGEST)
indict v
indoctrinate v
induce v (PERSUADE)
induce v (CAUSE)
induct v
indulge v
industrialize v
infantilize v
infect v (DISEASE)
infect v (FEELING)
infect v (COMPUTERS)
infer v
infest v
infiltrate v
inflame v
inflate v (FILL WITH AIR)
inflate v (MAKE LARGER)
inflict v
influence v
inform v
infringe v
infuriate v
infuse v (EMOTION)
infuse v (DRINK)
ingest v
inhabit v
inhale v (BREATHE)
inhale v (EAT)
inherit v (FROM DEAD PERSON)
inherit v (QUALITY)
inherit v (PROBLEM)
inhibit v
initial v
initialize v
initiate v (START)
initiate v (TEACH)
inject v (DRUG)
inject v (SOMETHING NEW)
injure v
ink v
innovate v
inoculate v
input v
inquire v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

inscribe v
inseminate v
insert v
insinuate v
insist v
inspect v
inspire v
install v (READY TO USE)
install v (GIVE JOB)
instance v
instigate v
instil v
institute v
institutionalize v (PLACE)
institutionalize v (CUSTOM)
instruct v (ORDER)
instruct v (TEACH)
insulate v (COVER)
insulate v (PROTECT)
insult v
insure v
integrate v
intellectualize v
intend v
intensify v
inter v
interact v
interbreed v
intercede v
intercept v
interchange v
interconnect v
interest v
interface v
interfere v
interject v
interlace v
interlink v
interlock v
intermarry v, at intermarriage n
intermingle v
intern v
internalize v
internationalize v
interpolate v
interpose v (PUT BETWEEN)
interpose v (INTERRUPT)
interpret v (FIND MEANING)
interpret v (EXPRESS)
interpret v (BETWEEN LANGUAGES)
interrelate v
interrogate v
interrupt v (STOP SPEAKING)
interrupt v (STOP HAPPENING)
intersect v
intersperse v
intertwine v
intervene v (GET INVOLVED)
intervene v (COME BETWEEN)
interview v
interweave v
intimate v
intimidate v
intone v
intrigue v
introduce v (PUT INTO USE)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

introduce v (GIVE SB'S NAME)


introduce v (BEGIN)
intrude v
intuit v
inundate v (TOO MUCH)
inundate v (FLOOD)
invade v
invalidate v
inveigle v
invent v (NEW DESIGN)
invent v (NOT TRUE)
invert v
invest v
investigate v
invigilate v
invigorate v
invite v (ASK TO AN EVENT)
invite v (REQUEST FORMALLY)
invite v (ENCOURAGE)
invoice v
invoke v
involve v
ionize v
irk v
iron v
irradiate v
irrigate v (SUPPLY WATER)
irrigate v (WASH)
irritate v (MAKE ANGRY)
irritate v (MAKE SORE)
isolate v
issue v
italicize v
itch v
itemize v
iterate v
KO v
OD v
OK v
xv
de-ice v
ice-skate v
ill-treat v
choke it, at choke v (FAIL)
crack into sth, at crack v (GET INTO)
cue in, at cue v
imbed, at embed v
impanel, at empanel v
insure, at ensure v
ice, at frost v (CAKE)
idealise, at idealize v
idolise, at idolize v
immobilise, at immobilize v
immortalise, at immortalize v
immunise, at immunize v
incentivise, at incentivize v
industrialise, at industrialize v
infantilise, at infantilize v
instill, at instil v
institutionalise, at institutionalize v (PLACE)
institutionalise, at institutionalize v (CUSTOM)
intellectualise, at intellectualize v
internalise, at internalize v
internationalise, at internationalize v
ionise, at ionize v
italicise, at italicize v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

itemise, at itemize v
inspect, at survey v (LOOK AT)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

jab v
jabber v
jackknife v
jail v
jam v (STICK)
jam v (MUSIC)
jam v (PUSH)
jam v (FILL)
jangle v
jar v (SHAKE)
jar v (NOT PLEASANT)
jar v (NOT RIGHT)
jaunt v
jaw v
jawbone v
jaywalk v
jeer v
jell v
jemmy v
jeopardize v
jerk v
jest v
jet v
jettison v
jibe v
jig v
jigger v
jiggle v
jilt v
jimmy n, v
jingle v
jive v (DANCE)
jive v (TALK)
jockey v
jog v (RUN)
jog v (PUSH)
jog v (MOVE FORWARD)
joggle v
join v (CONNECT)
join v (DO TOGETHER)
join v (BECOME A MEMBER)
joint v
joke v
jolly v
jolt v (MOVE SUDDENLY)
jolt v (SHOCK)
josh v
jostle v
jot v
journey v
joust v
judder v
judge v
juggle v (ENTERTAIN)
juggle v (MANAGE)
juggle v (CHANGE)
jumble v
jump v (IN THE AIR)
jump v (MOVE/ACT SUDDENLY)
jump v (INCREASE)
jump v (SEQUENCE)
jump v (AVOID)
jump v (ATTACK)
jump v (MOVE ILLEGALLY)
junk v
justify v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

jut v
juxtapose v
jet-set v
job-share v
jump rope v
jump-start v (CAR)
jump-start v (SITUATION)
queue-jump v
jet-ski v, at jet ski n
jell, at gel v (BECOME FIRM)
jimmy, at jemmy v
jeopardise, at jeopardize v
jump rope, at skip v (JUMP)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

keelhaul v
keen v
keep v (CONTINUE TO HAVE)
keep v (STAY)
keep v (CONTINUE DOING)
keep v (DELAY)
keep v (STAY FRESH)
keep v (PROVIDE)
ken v
kept v
kettle v
keyboard v
kick v
kid v
kidnap v
kill v (DEATH)
kill v (FINISH)
kill v (EFFORT)
kill v (HURT)
kill v (ANGER)
kill v (ENTERTAIN)
kindle v (FIRE)
kindle v (FEELING)
kip v
kiss v
knacker v (BREAK)
knacker v (MAKE TIRED)
knead v
knee v
kneecap v
kneel v
knife v
knight v
knit v (MAKE CLOTHES)
knit v (JOIN)
knock v (MAKE NOISE)
knock v (HIT)
knock v (CRITICIZE)
knot v (FASTEN)
knot v (FORM MASS)
know v (HAVE INFORMATION)
know v (BE FAMILIAR WITH)
KO v
kowtow v
kvetch v
air-kiss v
kick-start v (MOTORCYCLE)
kick-start v (HELP)
keep on, at keep v (CONTINUE DOING)
kill off, at kill v (FINISH)
know about, at know v (BE FAMILIAR WITH)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

label v
labour v
lace v (ADD ALCOHOL)
lace v (STRING)
lacerate v
lack v
lacquer v
lactate v
ladder v
ladle v
lag v (MOVE SLOWLY)
lag v (COVER)
lag v (PRISON)
laid v
lain v
lamb v
lambaste v
lament v
lampoon v, at lampoon n
lance v
land v (ARRIVE)
land v (UNLOAD)
land v (CATCH)
land v (ACHIEVE)
landscape v
languish v
lap v (IN RACING)
lap v (DRINK)
lap v (HIT GENTLY)
lapse v
lash v (HIT)
lash v (CRITICIZE)
lash v (TIE)
lasso v
last v
latch v
lather v
laud v
laugh v
launch v (BEGIN)
launch v (SEND)
launder v (CLOTHES)
launder v (MONEY)
lay v (PUT DOWN)
lay v (LIE)
lay v (PRODUCE EGGS)
lay v (HAVE SEX)
lay v (RISK MONEY)
lay v (EXPRESS)
layer v
laze v
leach v
lead v (CONTROL)
lead v (BE WINNING)
lead v (INFLUENCE)
lead v (SHOW WAY)
lead v (DIRECTION)
leaflet v
leak v (LIQUID/GAS)
leak v (INFORMATION)
lean v
leap v (MOVE SUDDENLY)
leap v (HAPPEN SUDDENLY)
leapfrog v
learn v
lease v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

leave v (GO AWAY)


leave v (NOT TAKE)
leave v (REMAIN)
leave v (NOT USE ALL)
leave v (STOP)
leave v (END RELATIONSHIP)
leave v (WAIT)
leave v (AFTER DEATH)
leave v (GIVE RESPONSIBILITY)
leaven v
lecture v
led v
leer v
left v
legalize v
legislate v
legitimize v
lend v (GIVE)
lend v (ADD TO)
lengthen v
lent v
lessen v
let v (ALLOW)
let v (RENT)
level v (MAKE FLAT)
level v (DESTROY)
lever v, at lever n (BAR/HANDLE)
lever v, at lever n (ADVANTAGE)
leverage v
levitate v
levy v, at levy n
liaise v
libel v, at libel n
liberalize v
liberate v
license v
lick v (MOVE TONGUE)
lick v (DEFEAT)
lie v (POSITION)
lie v (SPEAK FALSELY)
lift v (RAISE)
lift v (TAKE HOLD)
lift v (MAKE LOUD)
lift v (MAKE INTERESTING)
lift v (GO AWAY)
lift v (END)
lift v (STEAL)
light v (START FLAMES)
light v (MAKE BRIGHT)
lighten v (BECOME BRIGHT)
lighten v (MAKE PALE)
lighten v (MAKE/BECOME LESS SERIOUS)
like v (ENJOY)
like v (WANT)
lime v
limit v
limp v (PERSON/ANIMAL)
limp v (PROCESS/THING)
line v (FORM ROW)
line v (COVER)
linger v
link v
lionize v
liquefy v
liquidate v (CLOSE)
liquidate v (KILL)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

liquidize v
liquify v
lisp v
list v (MAKE RECORD)
list v (LEAN)
list v (COMPANY)
listen v
lit v
litigate v
litter v
live v (BE ALIVE)
live v (HAVE A HOME)
live v (SPEND LIFE)
live v (STAY ALIVE)
live v (CONTINUE)
live v (INTERESTING LIFE)
load v (CARRY)
load v (PUT INTO)
load v (COMPUTER)
loaf v
loan v
loathe v
lob v
lobby v
localize v
locate v (FIND)
locate v (MOVE)
lock v (MAKE SAFE)
lock v (BECOME FIXED)
lodge v (STAY)
lodge v (FIX)
lodge v (STORE)
loft v
log v (CUT WOOD)
log v (RECORD)
loiter v
loll v
lollop v
look v (SEE)
look v (SEARCH)
look v (SEEM)
look v (DIRECTION)
look v (WARNING)
loom v (APPEAR)
loom v (CAUSE WORRY)
loop v
loose v
loosen v (NOT FIXED)
loosen v (LESS TIGHT)
loot v
lope v
lose v (NOT HAVE)
lose v (BE DEFEATED)
love v (LIKE SOMEONE)
love v (LIKE SOMETHING)
low v
lower v (MOVE)
lower v (REDUCE)
lubricate v
lug v
lull v
lumber v
lunch v
lunge v
lurch v
lure v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

lurk v
lurve v, at lurve n
lying v
lynch v
ad-lib v
crash-land v
left-click v
lip-read v
lip-synch v
transfer-list v
labor, at labour v
ladle out, at ladle v
lambast, at lambaste v
legalise, at legalize v
legitimise, at legitimize v
liberalise, at liberalize v
lionise, at lionize v
liquify, at liquefy v
liquidise, at liquidize v
localise, at localize v
log up, at log v (RECORD)
line, at queue v
short-list, at shortlist n
'll, at will modal verb (FUTURE)
'll, at will modal verb (ABLE/WILLING)
'll, at will modal verb (REQUEST)
'll, at will modal verb (IF)
'll, at will modal verb (LIKELY)
'll, at will modal verb (ORDER)
'll, at will modal verb (ALWAYS)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

macerate v
machinate v
machine v
madden v
made v
magnetize v
magnify v
mail v
maim v
mainline v
mainstream v
maintain v (CONTINUE TO HAVE)
maintain v (KEEP IN GOOD CONDITION)
maintain v (EXPRESS)
maintain v (PROVIDE)
make v (PRODUCE)
make v (CAUSE)
make v (CAUSE TO BE)
make v (PERFORM)
make v (BE/BECOME)
make v (TOTAL)
make v (CALCULATE)
make v (EARN/GET)
make v (ARRIVE)
make v (PERFECT)
malfunction v
malign v
malinger v
malt v, at malt n
maltreat v
man v
manacle v
manage v (SUCCEED)
manage v (CONTROL)
mandate v (GIVE PERMISSION)
mandate v (ORDER)
maneuver n, v
mangle v
manhandle v (HANDLE ROUGHLY)
manhandle v (MOVE)
manicure v, at manicure n
manifest v
manipulate v (INFLUENCE)
manipulate v (USE HANDS)
manoeuvre v (MOVE)
manoeuvre v (MAKE SB DO STH)
manufacture v (PRODUCE)
manufacture v (INVENT)
map v
mar v
march v (WALK)
march v (TAKE FORCEFULLY)
marginalize v
marinate v, at marinade n
mark v (PIECE OF WORK)
mark v (DAMAGE/MAKE DIRTY)
mark v (REPRESENT)
mark v (INDICATE)
mark v (SPORT)
market v
maroon v, at marooned adj
marry v (MAN AND WOMAN)
marry v (COMBINE)
marshal v
martyr v
marvel v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

mash v
mask v
mass v
massacre v
massage v (BODY)
massage v (FACTS/NUMBERS)
master v (CONTROL)
master v (LEARN)
mastermind v
masticate v
masturbate v
match v (EQUAL)
match v (LOOK SIMILAR)
match v (CHOOSE)
mate v
materialize v
matriculate v
matter v
mature v (DEVELOP MENTALLY)
mature v (GROW PHYSICALLY)
mature v (FOOD)
mature v (FINANCE)
maul v (ANIMAL)
maul v (CRITICIZE)
maximize v
may modal verb (POSSIBILITY)
may modal verb (PERMISSION)
may modal verb (WISH)
mean v (EXPRESS)
mean v (HAVE RESULT)
mean v (INTEND)
mean v (HAVE IMPORTANCE)
meander v (RIVER/ROAD)
meander v (WALK)
meander v (NO PURPOSE)
measure v (SIZE)
measure v (JUDGE)
mechanize v
medal v
meddle v
mediate v
meditate v
meet v (FOR THE FIRST TIME)
meet v (COME TOGETHER)
meet v (SATISFY)
meet v (PLACE)
meet v (TOUCH)
meet v (EXPERIENCE)
meld v
mellow v (BECOME SOFTER)
mellow v (BECOME RELAXED)
melt v (BECOME LIQUID)
melt v (FEEL LOVE)
memorize v
menace v
mend v
menstruate v
mention v
mentor v
meow n, v
merchandise v
merge v
merit v
mesh v (SUIT)
mesh v (JOIN)
mesmerize v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

mess v
message v
met v
metamorphose v
metastasize v
meter v
mew v
miaow v, at miaow n
microfilm v, at microfilm n
micromanage v
microwave v, at microwave n
might modal verb (MAY)
might modal verb (POSSIBILITY)
might modal verb (PERMISSION)
might modal verb (SUGGESTION)
might modal verb (SHOULD)
might modal verb (INTRODUCE)
migrate v (TRAVEL/MOVE)
migrate v (COMPUTING)
milk v (GET MILK)
milk v (GET MONEY/INFORMATION)
mill v
mime v
mimic v
mince v (WALK)
mince v (MEAT)
mind v (BE ANNOYED)
mind v (BE CAREFUL)
mind v (TAKE CARE OF)
mine v (DIG)
mine v (BOMB)
mingle v (MIX)
mingle v (BE WITH)
minimize v
mint v (COIN)
mint v (NEW THING)
minute v
mirror v
misaddress v
misalign v
misapply v
misappropriate v
misbehave v (PERSON)
misbehave v (MACHINE)
miscalculate v
miscarry v, at miscarriage n
miscast v
misconduct v
misconstrue v
miscount v
misdirect v
misfire v (GUN)
misfire v (ENGINE)
misfire v (PLAN)
misgovern v
mishandle v
mishear v
misinform v
misinterpret v
misjudge v
mislay v
mislead v
mismanage v
mismatch v
misplace v
mispronounce v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

misquote v
misread v (READ WRONGLY)
misread v (JUDGE WRONGLY)
misreport v
misrepresent v
miss v (NOT DO)
miss v (FEEL SAD)
miss v (NOT HIT)
miss v (NOTICE)
misspeak v
misspell v
misspend v
misstate v
mistake v
mistime v
mistreat v
mistrust v
misunderstand v
misuse v
mitigate v
mix v (COMBINE)
mix v (BE WITH PEOPLE)
mix v (RECORD MUSIC)
mizzle v, at mizzle n
moan v (SOUND)
moan v (COMPLAIN)
mob v
mobilize v
mock v
model v (CLOTHES)
model v (MAKE A MODEL)
moderate v
modernize v
modify v (CHANGE)
modify v (LANGUAGE)
modulate v (SOUND)
modulate v (PLAN/PROCESS)
modulate v (BROADCASTING)
moisten v
moisturize v, at moisturizer n
mold n, v
molder v
molest v (ATTACK SEXUALLY)
molest v (ATTACK)
mollify v
mollycoddle v
molt n, v
monitor v
monkey v
monopolize v (BUSINESS)
monopolize v (PERSON/CONVERSATION)
monster v
moo v, at moo n
mooch v (MOVE)
mooch v (GET)
moon v
moonlight v
moor v
moot v
mop v
mope v
moralize v
morph v
mortgage v
mortify v
mosey v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

mosh v
MOT v, at MOT n
mothball v
mother v
motion v
motivate v
motor v
mould v
moulder v
moult v
mount v (INCREASE)
mount v (GET ON)
mount v (GO UP)
mount v (ORGANIZE)
mount v (FIX)
mount v (GUARD)
mourn v
mouth v
move v (CHANGE POSITION)
move v (CHANGE PLACE)
move v (PROGRESS)
move v (CAUSE)
move v (CHANGE OPINION)
move v (FEELINGS)
move v (SELL)
move v (BE WITH PEOPLE)
move v (SUGGEST)
move v (PASS)
mow v
muddy v
muff v
muffle v (MAKE LESS CLEAR)
muffle v (KEEP WARM)
mug v
mulch v
mull v
multiply v
multitask v, at multitasking n (PERSON)
mumble v
mummify v
munch v
murder v
murmur v (SPEAK QUIETLY)
murmur v (COMPLAIN)
muse v
mushroom v
muss v
must modal verb (NECESSARY)
must modal verb (PROBABLY)
muster v (PRODUCE)
muster v (COME TOGETHER)
mutate v
mute v
mutilate v
mutiny v
mutter v
muzzle v (ANIMAL)
muzzle v (STOP OPINIONS)
mystify v
mythologize v
bad-mouth v
machine-gun v
mass-produce v
self-medicate v
stage-manage v
court-martial v, at court martial n

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

means-test v, at means-testing n
e-mail, at email v
mark, at grade v
magnetise, at magnetize v
maneuver, at manoeuvre v (MOVE)
maneuver, at manoeuvre v (MAKE SB DO STH)
marginalise, at marginalize v
materialise, at materialize v
maximise, at maximize v
mechanise, at mechanize v
memorise, at memorize v
mesmerise, at mesmerize v
mess up, at mess v
metastasise, at metastasize v
may, at might modal verb (INTRODUCE)
minimise, at minimize v
mobilise, at mobilize v
modernise, at modernize v
moisturise, at moisturizer n
monopolise, at monopolize v (BUSINESS)
monopolise, at monopolize v (PERSON/CONVERSATION)
moralise, at moralize v
mold, at mould v
molder, at moulder v
molt, at moult v
mythologise, at mythologize v
mail, at post v (LETTERS)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

nab v
nag v
nail v (FASTEN)
nail v (CATCH)
name v (GIVE/SAY NAME)
name v (CHOOSE)
nap v
nark v (ANNOY)
nark v (TELL POLICE)
narrate v
narrow v (LESS WIDE)
narrow v (LESS)
nationalize v
natter v
naturalize v
nauseate v
navigate v
near v
neaten v
necessitate v
neck v
necklace v
need v (MUST HAVE)
need v (MUST DO)
needle v
negate v
neglect v
negotiate v (DISCUSS)
negotiate v (MANAGE TO DO)
negotiate v (EXCHANGE)
neigh v, at neigh n
nest v
nestle v
net v (CATCH)
net v (SCORE)
nettle v
network v (COMPUTERS)
network v (MEET PEOPLE)
neuter v
neutralize v (STOP EFFECT)
neutralize v (CHEMISTRY/ELECTRICITY)
nibble v
nick v (STEAL)
nick v (CATCH)
nick v (CHARGE)
nick v (CUT)
nickname v, at nickname n
niggle v (WORRY)
niggle v (CRITICIZE)
nip v (GO QUICKLY)
nip v (PRESS QUICKLY)
nitpick v
nitrify v
nix v
nobble v (CAUSE TO FAIL)
nobble v (PERSUADE)
nobble v (CATCH ATTENTION)
nod v
nominate v (SUGGEST)
nominate v (CHOOSE)
noodle v
normalize v (SITUATION)
normalize v (INFORMATION)
nose v (SEARCH)
nose v (VEHICLE)
nosedive v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

nosh v
notarize v
notch v
note v
notice v
notify v
nourish v
nudge v
nuke v
nullify v
numb v
number v (WRITE SYMBOL)
number v (AMOUNT)
nurse v (TAKE CARE OF)
nurse v (FEED)
nurse v (FEEL EMOTION)
nurse v (HOLD)
nurture v (HELP DEVELOP)
nurture v (FOR A LONG TIME)
nut v
nutmeg v
nuzzle v
brown-nose v
nickel-and-dime v
wet-nurse v
code-name v, at code name n
name-drop v, at name-dropping n
power-nap v, at power nap n
nationalise, at nationalize v
naturalise, at naturalize v
neutralise, at neutralize v (STOP EFFECT)
neutralise, at neutralize v (CHEMISTRY/ELECTRICITY)
normalise, at normalize v (SITUATION)
normalise, at normalize v (INFORMATION)
notarise, at notarize v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

obey v
obfuscate v
object v
oblige v (FORCE)
oblige v (HELP)
obliterate v
obscure v
observe v (WATCH)
observe v (NOTICE)
observe v (SAY)
observe v (OBEY)
obsess v
obstruct v
obtain v (GET)
obtain v (EXIST)
obtrude v
obviate v
occasion v
occlude v
occupy v (FILL)
occupy v (TAKE CONTROL)
occur v (HAPPEN)
occur v (EXIST)
OD v
off v
offend v (UPSET)
offend v (COMMIT CRIME)
offer v (AGREE TO GIVE)
offer v (PROVIDE)
officiate v
offload v
offset v
ogle v
oil v
OK v
omit v
ooze v
open v (BEGIN)
open v (NOT CLOSED)
open v (READY)
open v (AVAILABLE)
open v (COMPUTER)
operate v (WORK)
operate v (MEDICAL PROCESS)
opine v
oppose v
oppress v (RULE)
oppress v (MAKE UNCOMFORTABLE)
opt v
optimize v
orbit v
orchestrate v (MUSIC)
orchestrate v (ARRANGE)
ordain v (CHURCH)
ordain v (ORDER)
order v (REQUEST)
order v (INSTRUCT)
order v (ARRANGE)
organize v (ARRANGE)
organize v (MAKE A SYSTEM)
orgasm v, at orgasm n
orientate v (AIM)
originate v
ornament v
orphan v
oscillate v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

ossify v (IDEAS)
ossify v (BODY)
ostracize v
ought modal verb (DUTY)
ought modal verb (PROBABLE)
oust v
out v
outbid v
outclass v
outdistance v
outdo v
outfight v
outfit v
outflank v
outgrow v (SIZE)
outgrow v (AGE)
outgun v
outlast v
outlaw v
outlay v, at outlay n
outline v (DRAW SHAPE)
outline v (DESCRIBE)
outlive v
outmanoeuvre v
outnumber v
outpace v
outperform v
outplay v
outrage v
outrank v
outrun v
outscore v
outsell v
outshine v
outsmart v
outsource v
outstrip v
outvote v
outweigh v
outwit v
overact v
overawe v
overbalance v
overbid v
overbook v
overburden v
overcharge v
overcome v (DEAL WITH)
overcome v (UNABLE TO ACT)
overcompensate v
overcook v
overcrowd v, at overcrowded adj
overdo v
overdose v
overdraw v, at overdrawn adj
overeat v
overestimate v
overexpose v
overflow v (TOO FULL)
overflow v (EMOTIONS)
overhang v (STICK OUT)
overhang v (AFFECT)
overhaul v
overhear v
overheat v (TEMPERATURE)
overheat v (ECONOMY)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

overindulge v
overlap v
overlay v
overload v
overlook v (VIEW)
overlook v (NOT NOTICE)
overlook v (FORGIVE)
overpay v
overplay v
overpower v
overproduce v
overrate v
overreact v
override v (NOT ACCEPT)
override v (CONTROL)
override v (MORE IMPORTANT)
override v (TRAVEL)
overrule v
overrun v (FILL)
overrun v (GO PAST)
oversee v
oversell v
overshadow v
overshoot v
oversimplify v
oversleep v
overspend v
overstate v
overstay v
overstep v
overstock v
overtake v (GO PAST)
overtake v (HAPPEN)
overtax v (MONEY)
overtax v (DIFFICULTY)
overthrow v (DEFEAT)
overthrow v (THROW)
overturn v (GO UPSIDE DOWN)
overturn v (CHANGE)
overuse v
overvalue v
overwhelm v (FORCE)
overwhelm v (EMOTION)
overwhelm v (WATER)
overwork v
overwrite v (REPLACE)
overwrite v (NOT SIMPLE)
ovulate v
owe v (HAVE DEBTS)
owe v (AS A RESULT)
own v (HAVE LEGALLY)
own v (ADMIT)
oxidize v
oxygenate v
p.o.q. v
co-opt v
cool off, at cool v (BECOME LESS)
co-operate, at cooperate v
co-ordinate, at coordinate v (COMBINE)
send off, at eject v
rub out, at erase v (MARK)
front onto, at front v
glaze over, at glaze v (BORED)
tick over, at idle v
keep on, at keep v (CONTINUE DOING)
kill off, at kill v (FINISH)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

ladle out, at ladle v


obligate, at oblige v (FORCE)
offer up, at offer v (AGREE TO GIVE)
okay, at OK v
optimise, at optimize v
organise, at organize v (ARRANGE)
organise, at organize v (MAKE A SYSTEM)
orient, at orientate v (AIM)
ostracise, at ostracize v
outmaneuver, at outmanoeuvre v
outsmart, at outwit v
OD, at overdose v
oxidise, at oxidize v
prate on, at prate v
ravel sth out, at ravel v (SEPARATE)
scour out, at scour v (CLEAN)
scream out, at scream v (GET ATTENTION)
stretch out, at stretch v (LONG TIME)
strip off, at strip v (REMOVE CLOTHING)
thin out, at thin v (FEWER)
top off, at top v (HIGHEST PART)
wring out, at wring v
write sth out, at write v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

pace v (SPEED)
pace v (STEP)
pacify v (CALM)
pacify v (PEACE)
pack v (PUT INTO)
pack v (FILL)
pack v (MASS)
pack v (CARRY)
package v
pad v
paddle v (WALK)
paddle v (WITH POLE)
paddle v (SWIM)
padlock v
page v
paid v
pain v
paint v
pale v
pall v
palm v
palpitate v
pamper v
pan v (MOVE SLOWLY)
pan v (CRITICIZE)
panel v
panhandle v
panic v
pant v
pap v
paper v
parachute v
parade v
parallel v
paralyse v
paraphrase v
parboil v
pardon v
pare v
park v
parlay v
parley v, at parley n
parody v
parole v, at parole n
parrot v
parry v
parse v
part v
partake v (EAT/DRINK)
partake v (TAKE PART)
participate v
partition v (DIVIDE ROOM)
partition v (DIVIDE COUNTRY)
partner v
party v
pass v (GO PAST)
pass v (SUCCEED)
pass v (GIVE)
pass v (TIME)
pass v (APPROVE)
pass v (EXCRETE)
pass v (NOT PLAY)
pass v (CHANGE)
passivize v
paste v (STICK)
paste v (COMPUTING)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

pasteurize v
pat v
patch v (CONNECT)
patch v (PIECE OF MATERIAL)
patent v
patrol v
patronize v (ACT SUPERIOR)
patronize v (BE CUSTOMER)
patter v
pause v
pave v
paw v
pawn v
pay v (BUY)
pay v (WORK)
pay v (PROFIT)
pay v (GIVE)
peak v
peal v
peck v
pedal v
peddle v
pedestrianize v
pee v
peek v
peel v (FOOD)
peel v (COVERING)
peel v (BODY)
peep v (LOOK)
peep v (APPEAR)
peep v (NOISE)
peer v
peeve v
peg v (FIX)
peg v (THROW)
pelt v (THROW)
pelt v (RUN)
pen v
penalize v (CAUSE DISADVANTAGE)
penalize v (PUNISH)
pencil v
penetrate v (MOVE INTO)
penetrate v (UNDERSTAND)
perambulate v
perceive v (BELIEVE)
perceive v (SEE)
perch v
percolate v (LIQUID)
percolate v (INFORMATION)
perfect v
perforate v
perform v (DO)
perform v (ENTERTAIN)
perfume v, at perfume n
perish v (DIE)
perish v (DECAY)
perk v
perm v, at perm n
permeate v
permit v
perpetrate v
perpetuate v
perplex v
persecute v
persevere v
persist v

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personalize v
personify v
perspire v
persuade v
perturb v
peruse v
pervade v
pervert v
pester v
pet v
petition v
petrify v (FRIGHTEN)
petrify v (CHANGE TO STONE)
phase v
philosophize v
phone v
photocopy v, at photocopy n
photograph v
photostat v, at photostat n
photosynthesize v, at photosynthesis n
phrase v
pick v (CHOOSE)
pick v (REMOVE)
pick v (PLAY INSTRUMENT)
picket v, at picket n
pickle v
picnic v
picture v
picturize v
piddle v, at piddle n
pierce v
pigeonhole v
piggyback v
pile v (OBJECTS)
pile v (PEOPLE)
pilfer v
pill v
pillage v
pillory v
pilot v (AIRCRAFT)
pilot v (TEST)
pilot v (INTRODUCE)
pilot v (SHIP)
pimp v, at pimp n
pin v (METAL STICK)
pin v (STOP MOVEMENT)
pinch v (PRESS)
pinch v (STEAL)
pine v
ping v
pinion v
pink v
pinpoint v
pioneer v
pip v
pipe v (SPEAK)
pipe v (TUBE)
pirate v
pirouette v, at pirouette n
piss v
pit v
pitch v (MOVE)
pitch v (BASEBALL)
pitch v (TENT)
pitch v (LEVEL)
pitch v (PERSUADE)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

pitch v (SLOPE)
pity v
placate v
place v (POSITION)
place v (RECOGNIZE)
plagiarize v
plague v
plait v
plan v (DECIDE)
plan v (DESIGN)
plane v
plant v (LIVING THING)
plant v (PUT)
plant v (PUT SECRETLY)
plaster v
plate v
plateau v
play v (ENJOY)
play v (GAME)
play v (ACT)
play v (PRODUCE SOUNDS/PICTURES)
play v (MOVE)
play v (RISK MONEY)
plead v (REQUEST)
plead v (STATE)
plead v (EXCUSE)
please v
pledge v
plod v (WALK)
plod v (WORK)
plonk v (PUT DOWN)
plonk v (INSTRUMENT)
plop v (PUT DOWN)
plop v (FALL)
plot v (MARK)
plot v (PLAN)
plot v (STORY)
plough v
pluck v (REMOVE)
pluck v (MUSIC)
plug v (ADVERTISE)
plug v (SHOOT)
plug v (FILL HOLE)
plumb v (WATER)
plumb v (DEEP)
plummet v
plump v
plunder v
plunge v (FALL)
plunge v (BECOME LOWER)
plunk n, v
pluralize v
ply v (WORK)
ply v (TRAVEL)
poach v (COOK)
poach v (TAKE)
pocket v
point v
poison v (ADD SUBSTANCE)
poison v (SPOIL)
poke v (PUSH)
poke v (APPEAR)
poke v (ON INTERNET)
polarize v
poleaxe v
police v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

polish v
politicize v
poll v (ELECTION)
poll v (OPINION)
pollinate v, at pollen n
pollute v
ponder v
pong v, at pong n
pontificate v
poo v, at poo n
pool v
poop v (SOLID WASTE)
pootle v
pop v (GO)
pop v (SOUND)
pop v (MOVE)
pop v (PUT)
popularize v (LIKED)
popularize v (GENERAL)
populate v
p.o.q. v
portend v
portray v
pose v (CAUSE)
pose v (ASK)
pose v (POSITION)
pose v (PRETEND)
posit v
position v
possess v (OWN)
possess v (CONTROL)
post v (LETTERS)
post v (PLACE)
post v (MESSAGE)
post v (PAY)
post v (RESULTS)
postdate v (HAPPEN AFTER)
postdate v (WRITE DATE)
postmark v, at postmark n
postpone v
postulate v
posture v, at posturing n
pot v (SHOOT)
pot v (HIT BALL)
pot v (PUT IN CONTAINER)
potter v
pounce v
pound v
pour v (CAUSE TO FLOW)
pour v (FLOW QUICKLY)
pout v
powder v
power v (ENERGY)
power v (STRENGTH)
practise v (TRAINING)
practise v (WORK)
practise v (REGULAR ACTIVITY)
praise v (SHOW APPROVAL)
praise v (WORSHIP)
prance v
prang v
prank v
prate v
prattle v
pray v
preach v (IN CHURCH)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

preach v (PERSUADE)
preach v (ADVISE)
precede v
precipitate v (MAKE HAPPEN)
precipitate v (THROW)
precipitate v (CHEMISTRY)
précis v, at précis n
preclude v
precook v
predate v
predecease v
predetermine v
predicate v
predict v
predominate v
preen v (TIDY)
preface v
prefer v (CHOOSE)
prefer v (ACCUSE)
prefigure v
preheat v
prejudge v
prejudice v
premiere v, at premiere n
premise v
preoccupy v
preordain v
prepare v
preponderate v, at preponderant adj
prepone v
prerecord v
presage v
prescribe v (GIVE MEDICINE)
prescribe v (GIVE RULE)
present v (GIVE)
present v (INTRODUCE)
preserve v
preset v
preside v
press v (PUSH)
press v (PERSUADE)
pressure v
pressurize v
presume v (BELIEVE)
presume v (BE RUDE)
presuppose v
pretend v
prettify v
prevail v
prevaricate v
prevent v
preview v
price v
prick v
prickle v
prime v
print v (TEXT)
print v (WRITE)
print v (PICTURE)
print v (PATTERN)
prioritize v
prise v
privatize v
prize v (LIFT)
prize v (REWARD)
probate v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

probe v
proceed v
process v (DEAL WITH)
process v (WALK)
proclaim v (ANNOUNCE)
proclaim v (SHOW)
procrastinate v
procreate v
proctor v
procure v
prod v
produce v (MAKE)
produce v (CAUSE)
produce v (FILM/MUSIC)
produce v (BRING OUT)
produce v (RESULT IN)
profess v
proffer v
profile v, at profile n (DESCRIPTION)
program v
programme v
progress v
prohibit v
project v (CALCULATE)
project v (THROW)
project v (MAKE AN IMAGE)
project v (STICK OUT)
proliferate v
prolong v
promenade v
promise v (SAY CERTAINLY)
promote v (ENCOURAGE)
promote v (RAISE)
prompt v (CAUSE)
prompt v (HELP REMEMBER)
promulgate v (SPREAD)
promulgate v (ANNOUNCE)
pronounce v (MAKE SOUND)
pronounce v (TO STATE)
proof v
proofread v
prop v
propagandize v, at propaganda n
propagate v (GROW)
propagate v (SPREAD)
propel v
prophesy v
propitiate v
propose v (SUGGEST)
propose v (INTEND)
proposition v
propound v
prorate v
prorogue v
proscribe v
prosecute v (LEGAL)
prosecute v (CONTINUE)
proselytize v
prospect v
prosper v
prostitute v
protect v
protest v
protract v, at protracted adj
protrude v
prove v (SHOW)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

prove v (SHOWING TRUTH)


provide v (SUPPLY)
provide v (LAW)
provision v
provoke v (CAUSE REACTION)
provoke v (MAKE ANGRY)
prowl v
prune v
pry v (ASK QUESTIONS)
pry v (OPEN)
psychoanalyse v
publicize v
publish v
pucker v
puff v (BREATHE)
puff v (SMOKE)
puff v (BLOW)
puke v
pull v (MOVE TOWARDS YOU)
pull v (REMOVE)
pull v (MOVE)
pull v (ATTRACT)
pull v (INJURE)
pull v (DISHONEST)
pull v (INTERNET)
pulp v
pulsate v
pulse v
pulverize v
pummel v
pump v (LIQUID/GAS)
pump v (INFORMATION)
pun v
punch v (HIT)
punch v (USE TOOL)
punctuate v (ADD PUNCTUATION)
punctuate v (REPEAT)
puncture v
punish v (CRIME)
punish v (TREAT BADLY)
punt v (KICK)
punt v (BOAT)
purchase v
purée v
purge v (REMOVE PEOPLE)
purge v (REMOVE EVIL)
purify v (NOT MIXED)
purify v (MORALLY GOOD)
purl v
purloin v
purport v
purr v
purse v
pursue v (FOLLOW)
pursue v (TRY TO GET)
pursue v (TRY TO DO)
purvey v
push v (USE PRESSURE)
push v (MOVE WITH FORCE)
push v (PERSUADE WITH FORCE)
push v (ADVERTISE)
push v (SELL DRUGS)
push v (INTERNET)
pussyfoot v
put v (MOVE)
put v (WRITE)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

put v (EXPRESS)
put v (CONDITION)
put v (OPERATION)
put v (JUDGE)
put v (SAIL)
putrefy v
putt v
putter v (MOVE)
putter v (MAKE NOISE)
puzzle v
pwn v
cross-promote v
double-park v
future-proof v
mass-produce v
pan-fry v
pet-sit v
pinch-hit v
pink-slip v
pistol-whip v
pooh-pooh v
pre-empt v
pre-exist v
press-gang v
push-start v
soft-pedal v
french-polish v, at French polish n
peer-review v, at peer review n
petrol-bomb v, at petrol bomb n
pitter-patter v, at pitter-patter n
play-act v, at play-acting n
power-nap v, at power nap n
pill, at bobble v
proctor, at invigilate v
post, at mail v
pass, at overtake v (GO PAST)
paralyze, at paralyse v
passivise, at passivize v
pasteurise, at pasteurize v
patronise, at patronize v (ACT SUPERIOR)
patronise, at patronize v (BE CUSTOMER)
pedestrianise, at pedestrianize v
penalise, at penalize v (CAUSE DISADVANTAGE)
penalise, at penalize v (PUNISH)
personalise, at personalize v
philosophise, at philosophize v
photosynthesise, at photosynthesis n
picturise, at picturize v
pile up, at pile v (OBJECTS)
ping, at pink v
plagiarise, at plagiarize v
plunk, at plonk v (PUT DOWN)
plunk, at plonk v (INSTRUMENT)
plow, at plough v
pick, at pluck v (MUSIC)
pluralise, at pluralize v
polarise, at polarize v
politicise, at politicize v
popularise, at popularize v (LIKED)
popularise, at popularize v (GENERAL)
putter, at potter v
practice, at practise v (TRAINING)
practice, at practise v (WORK)
practice, at practise v (REGULAR ACTIVITY)
prate on, at prate v
pressurise, at pressurize v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

prioritise, at prioritize v
privatise, at privatize v
prise, at prize v (LIFT)
program, at programme v
propagandise, at propaganda n
proselytise, at proselytize v
psychoanalyze, at psychoanalyse v
publicise, at publicize v
pucker up, at pucker v
pulverise, at pulverize v
potter, at putter v (MOVE)
pit, at stone v (REMOVE SEED)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

p.o.q. v
quack v
quadruple v
quaff v
quail v
quake v
qualify v (FINISH TRAINING)
qualify v (HAVE RIGHT)
qualify v (GET INTO COMPETITION)
qualify v (LIMIT)
quantify v
quarantine v
quarrel v
quarry v
quarter v (CUT INTO FOUR)
quarter v (SOLDIER)
quash v (REFUSE)
quash v (STOP)
quaver v
quell v
quench v
query v
question v
queue v
quibble v
quicken v
quieten v
quip v, at quip n
quit v
quiver v
quiz v
quote v (SAY)
quote v (GIVE PRICE)
quoth v
cross-question v
queue-jump v
queue up, at queue v
quiet, at quieten v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

race v (COMPETITION)
race v (HURRY)
rack v
radiate v (PRODUCE HEAT/LIGHT)
radiate v (EXPRESS)
radiate v (SPREAD)
radio v
raffle v
raft v
rag v
rage v
raid v
rail v
railroad v
rain v
raise v (LIFT)
raise v (INCREASE)
raise v (EXIST)
raise v (DEVELOP)
raise v (CARD GAMES)
raise v (STOP)
raise v (COMMUNICATE)
rake v (SEARCH)
rake v (USE TOOL)
rally v (SUPPORT)
rally v (IMPROVE)
ram v
ramble v (WALK)
ramble v (TALK/WRITE)
ramble v (SPREAD)
rampage v
randomize v
range v (LIMIT)
range v (POSITION)
range v (MOVE)
rank v
rankle v
ransack v
ransom v
rant v
rap v (HIT)
rap v (MUSIC)
rape v
rappel v
rasp v (MAKE SOUND)
rasp v (RUB)
rate v (JUDGE)
rate v (TAX)
ratify v
ration v
rationalize v (EXPLAIN)
rationalize v (CHANGE)
rattle v (WORRY)
rattle v (SOUND)
ravage v
rave v (SPEAK FOOLISHLY)
rave v (PRAISE)
ravel v (SEPARATE)
ravel v (CONFUSE)
ravish v (PLEASURE)
ravish v (FORCE)
raze v
razor v
reach v (ARRIVE)
reach v (LEVEL)
reach v (STRETCH)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

reach v (COMMUNICATE)
react v
reactivate v
read v (UNDERSTAND)
read v (STATE)
read v (STUDY)
readdress v
readjust v
reaffirm v
reafforest v
realign v
realize v (BECOME AWARE)
realize v (ACHIEVE)
realize v (MONEY)
reap v
reappear v
reapply v (ASK)
reapply v (PUT ON)
reapply v (USE)
reappraise v
rear v (CARE FOR)
rear v (RISE)
rearm v
rearrange v
reason v
reassemble v
reassess v
reassure v
rebel v
reboot v
rebound v
rebuff v
rebuild v
rebuke v
rebut v
recall v (REMEMBER)
recall v (CALL BACK)
recant v
recap v
recapitulate v
recapture v
recast v
recede v
receive v (GET)
receive v (WELCOME)
recharge v
reciprocate v
recite v
reckon v (THINK)
reckon v (CONSIDER)
reckon v (CALCULATE)
reclaim v
recline v
recognize v (KNOW)
recognize v (ACCEPT)
recoil v
recollect v
recommend v
recompense v, at recompense n
reconcile v
recondition v
reconnoitre v
reconsider v
reconstitute v
reconstruct v
record v (STORE ELECTRONICALLY)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

record v (STORE INFORMATION)


recount v (DESCRIBE)
recount v
recoup v
recover v
recreate v
recruit v
rectify v (CORRECT)
rectify v (MAKE PURE)
rectify v (ELECTRIC CURRENT)
recuperate v
recur v
recycle v
redact v
redden v
redecorate v
redeem v (IMPROVE)
redeem v (GET BACK)
redeem v (SATISFY)
redeem v (RELIGION)
redefine v
redeploy v
redevelop v
redirect v
rediscover v
redistribute v
redo v
redouble v
redress v
reduce v
reek v
reel v
referee v
refill v
refine v
refit v
reflate v
reflect v (RETURN)
reflect v (SHOW)
reflect v (THINK)
reforest v
reform v
refract v
refrain v
refresh v (FEEL BETTER)
refresh v (COMPUTER SCREEN)
refrigerate v
refuel v
refund v
refurbish v
refuse v
refute v
regain v
regard v
regenerate v (IMPROVE)
regenerate v (GROW)
register v (PUT ON LIST)
register v (SHOW)
register v (REALIZE)
register v (MAIL)
regress v
regret v
regularize v
regulate v
regurgitate v
rehabilitate v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

rehash v, at rehash n
rehearse v
rehouse v
reign v
reignite v
reimburse v
reincarnate v
reinforce v
reinstate v
reinvent v
reinvigorate v (PERSON)
reinvigorate v (ACTIVITY)
reissue v
reiterate v
reject v
rejig v
rejoice v
rejoin v (RETURN)
rejoin v (ANSWER QUICKLY)
rejuvenate v
rekindle v
relapse v
relate v (CONNECT)
relate v (TELL)
relax v (PERSON)
relax v (RULE)
relay v
release v (MAKE FREE)
release v (MAKE PUBLIC)
relegate v
relent v
relieve v (MAKE BETTER)
relieve v (HELP)
relinquish v
relish v
relive v
reload v
relocate v
remain v
remainder v
remake v
remand v
remark v
remarry v
remaster v
remediate v
remedy v
remember v
remind v
reminisce v
remit v (REDUCE)
remit v (SEND)
remix v
remodel v
remonstrate v
remortgage v
remould v, n
remove v (TAKE AWAY)
remove v (END JOB)
remunerate v
rename v
rend v
render v (CAUSE)
render v (GIVE)
render v (BUILDING)
rendezvous v, at rendezvous n

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

renege v
renew v (MAKE NEW)
renew v (REPEAT)
renounce v
renovate v
rent v (PAY TO USE)
rent v (TORN)
reopen v
reorganize v
repair v
repatriate v
repay v
repeal v
repeat v
repel v (FORCE AWAY)
repel v (CAUSE STRONG DISLIKE)
repent v
rephrase v
repine v
replace v (CHANGE FOR)
replace v (PUT BACK)
replay v (COMPETITION)
replay v (RECORDING)
replenish v
replicate v
reply v
report v (TELL)
report v (GO)
repose v
repossess v
represent v (ACT FOR)
represent v (DESCRIBE)
represent v (BE)
repress v
reprieve v
reprimand v
reprint v
reproach v
reprocess v
reproduce v (COPY)
reproduce v (PRODUCE YOUNG)
reprove v
repudiate v
repulse v (PUSH AWAY)
repulse v (DISLIKE)
repurpose v
request v
require v
requisition v
requite v
rerelease v
reroute v
rerun v
reschedule v
rescind v
rescue v
research v
resell v
resemble v
resent v
reserve v
resettle v
reshape v
reshuffle v
reside v
resign v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

resist v
resit v
reskill v
resolve v (SOLVE)
resolve v (DECIDE)
resonate v (MAKE SOUND)
resonate v (HAVE QUALITY/EFFECT)
resound v
resource v
respect v (ADMIRE)
respect v (HONOUR)
respire v
respond v
rest v (STOP)
rest v (SUPPORT)
rest v (REMAIN)
restart v
restate v
restore v
restrain v
restrict v
restructure v
result v
resume v
resurface v (COVER)
resurface v (APPEAR AGAIN)
resurrect v
resuscitate v
retail v
retain v
retake v (EXAM)
retake v (GET BACK)
retake v (FILM)
retaliate v
retard v
retch v
rethink v
retire v (STOP WORKING)
retire v (LEAVE A PLACE)
retort v
retouch v
retrace v
retract v
retrain v
retread v
retreat v (POSITION)
retreat v (DECISION)
retreat v (PRICE)
retrench v
retrieve v
retrofit v
retrogress v
return v (GO BACK)
return v (EXCHANGE)
return v (PUT BACK)
return v (HAPPEN AGAIN)
return v (DECIDE)
retweet v
reunify v
reunite v
reuse v
rev v
revalue v
revamp v
reveal v
revel v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

revenge v
reverberate v (SOUND)
reverberate v (EFFECT)
revere v
reverse v (CHANGE TO OPPOSITE)
reverse v (DRIVE BACKWARDS)
review v (THINK AGAIN)
review v (BOOK/FILM)
review v (MILITARY)
review v (STUDY)
revile v
revise v (CHANGE)
revise v (STUDY)
revisit v (PLACE)
revisit v (SUBJECT)
revitalize v
revive v
revivify v
revoke v
revolt v (PROTEST)
revolt v (UNPLEASANT FEELING)
revolutionize v
revolve v
reward v
rewind v
rewire v
reword v
rework v
rewrite v
rhapsodize v
rhyme v
rib v
rick v
ricochet v
riddle v
ride v
ridicule v
riffle v
rifle v
rig v (DISHONESTLY ARRANGE)
rig v (FIX IN PLACE)
right v
rile v
rim v
ring v (PHONE)
ring v (MAKE SOUND)
ring v (CIRCLE)
rinse v (CLEAN)
riot v
rip v (TEAR)
rip v (COPY)
ripen v
riposte v, at riposte n
ripple v
rise v (MOVE UP)
rise v (INCREASE)
rise v (BECOME SUCCESSFUL)
rise v (BECOME HIGHER)
rise v (BE OPPOSED TO)
rise v (STOP WORK)
risk v
rival v
rivet v
roam v
roar v
roast v (COOK)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

roast v (CRITICIZE)
rob v
rock v (MOVE)
rock v (SHOCK)
rock v (WEAR SUCCESSFULLY)
rocket v
roger v
roil v (TWIST)
roil v (UPSET)
roll v (MOVE)
roll v (TURN OVER)
roll v (SMOOTH)
roll v (SOUND)
rollerblade v
romance v
romanticize v
romp v
roof v
rook v
room v
roost v
root v (LOOK)
root v (PLANT)
rope v
rort v
rose v
rot v
rotate v
roughen v
roughhouse v
round v
rouse v
rout v
route v
rove v
row v
row v
RT v
rub v
rubbish v
rue v
ruffle v
ruin v
rule v (CONTROL)
rule v (DECIDE)
rule v (DRAW)
rumble v (SOUND)
rumble v (DISCOVER)
rumble v (FIGHT)
ruminate v (THINK)
ruminate v (EAT)
rummage v
rumple v
run v (GO QUICKLY)
run v (TRAVEL)
run v (OPERATE)
run v (FLOW)
run v (BECOME)
run v (HOLE)
run v (SHOW)
run v (POLITICS)
run v (TAKE)
rung v
rupture v
rush v (GO/DO QUICKLY)
rush v (ATTACK)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

rush v (AMERICAN FOOTBALL)


rust v
rustle v (MAKE NOISE)
rustle v (STEAL)
rustproof v, at rustproof adj
jump rope v
lip-read v
rear-end v
re-elect v
re-enact v
re-enter v
right-click v
rubber-stamp v
sight-read v
cross-refer v, at cross-reference n
gang-rape v, at gang rape n
peer-review v, at peer review n
roller-skate v, at roller skate n
X-ray v, at X-ray n
rappel, at abseil v
rub out, at erase v (MARK)
rent, at hire v
rent, at let v (RENT)
randomise, at randomize v
rationalise, at rationalize v (EXPLAIN)
rationalise, at rationalize v (CHANGE)
ravel sth out, at ravel v (SEPARATE)
ravel sth up, at ravel v (CONFUSE)
realise, at realize v (BECOME AWARE)
realise, at realize v (ACHIEVE)
realise, at realize v (MONEY)
recognise, at recognize v (KNOW)
recognise, at recognize v (ACCEPT)
reconnoiter, at reconnoitre v
reafforest, at reforest v
regularise, at regularize v
rejigger, at rejig v
reorganise, at reorganize v
remould, at retread v
RT, at retweet v
review, at revise v (STUDY)
revitalise, at revitalize v
revolutionise, at revolutionize v
rhapsodise, at rhapsodize v
riffle through, at riffle v
romanticise, at romanticize v
jump rope, at skip v (JUMP)
skirt around/round, at skirt v
run, at stand v (POLITICS)
root for, at support v (ENCOURAGE)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

KO v
OD v
OK v
sabotage v
sack v (JOB)
sack v (STEAL)
sacrifice v (GIVE UP)
sacrifice v (KILL)
sadden v
saddle v
safeguard v
sag v
said v
sail v (TRAVEL)
sail v (MOVE QUICKLY)
salaam v
salivate v
sally v
salt v
salute v (SHOW RESPECT)
salute v (PRAISE)
salvage v
sample v (SMALL AMOUNT)
sample v (MUSIC)
sanctify v
sanction v
sand v
sandbag v
sandblast v
sandpaper v, at sandpaper n
sang v
sanitize v (CLEAN)
sanitize v (CHANGE)
sank v
sap v
sashay v
sass v
sat v
sate v
satiate v
satirize v
satisfy v (WANTING)
satisfy v (BELIEVING)
saturate v (MAKE WET)
saturate v (FILL)
saunter v
sauté v
savage v
save v (MAKE SAFE)
save v (KEEP)
save v (NOT WASTE)
save v (SPORT)
savour v
saw v
saw v
say v (SPEAK)
say v (THINK)
say v (GIVE INFORMATION)
scald v
scale v (CLIMB)
scale v (CLEAN TEETH)
scalp v (SELL)
scalp v (HEAD)
scamper v
scan v (LOOK)
scan v (MAKE PICTURE)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

scan v (POEM)
scandalize v
scar v
scare v
scarf v
scarper v
scatter v (MOVE)
scatter v (COVER)
scavenge v
scent v
schedule v
scheme v
schlep v
schmooze v
school v
scintillate v
scoff v (LAUGH)
scoff v (EAT)
scold v
scoop v (TOOL)
scoop v (WIN)
scoop v (NEWS)
scoot v
scorch v (BURN)
scorch v (DRIVE FAST)
score v (WIN)
score v (GET)
score v (MARK)
score v (MUSICAL TEXT)
scorn v
scotch v
scour v (CLEAN)
scour v (SEARCH)
scourge v
scout v
scowl v
scrabble v
scram v
scramble v (MOVE QUICKLY)
scramble v (CHANGE SIGNAL)
scramble v (TAKE OFF)
scramble v (MIX)
scrap v (THROW AWAY)
scrap v (ARGUMENT)
scrape v (REMOVE)
scrape v (RUB)
scrape v (SUCCEED)
scratch v (CUT)
scratch v (REMOVE)
scrawl v
scream v (MAKE NOISE)
scream v (GET ATTENTION)
scream v (NOT ATTRACTIVE)
screech v
screen v (EXAMINE)
screen v (PICTURE)
screen v (PROTECT)
screw v (TIGHT SHAPE)
screw v (METAL OBJECT)
screw v (TURN)
screw v (CHEAT)
screw v (HAVE SEX)
scribble v
scrimp v
scroll v
scrounge v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

scrub v (CLEAN)
scrub v (STOP)
scrump v
scrunch v (MAKE A NOISE)
scrunch v (CRUSH)
scrunch v (MAKE SMALL)
scrutinize v
scud v
scuff v
scuffle v, at scuffle n
sculpt v
scupper v (SINK)
scupper v (SPOIL)
scurry v
scuttle v (RUN)
scuttle v (SINK)
scuttle v (STOP)
scythe v
seal v (COVERING)
seal v (MARK)
sear v
search v
season v (FLAVOUR)
season v (WOOD)
seat v
secede v
second v
second v
secrete v (PRODUCE)
secrete v (HIDE)
section v
secularize v
secure v (GET)
secure v (PROTECT)
secure v (FINANCE)
secure v (FIX)
sedate v
seduce v (PERSUADE)
seduce v (ATTRACT)
see v (USE EYES)
see v (UNDERSTAND)
see v (MEET)
see v (CONSIDER)
see v (GO WITH)
see v (TRY TO DISCOVER)
see v (MAKE CERTAIN)
seed v (PLANT)
seed v (SPORT)
seek v (SEARCH)
seek v (TRY)
seem v
seen v
seep v
seesaw v
seethe v (FEEL ANGER)
seethe v (MOVE)
segment v
segregate v
segue v
seize v
select v
sell v (MONEY)
sell v (PERSUADE)
sellotape v, at Sellotape n
send v (POST/EMAIL)
send v (CAUSE TO GO)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

send v (CAUSE TO HAPPEN)


sensationalize v, at sensationalism n
sense v
sensitize v (REACT EASILY)
sensitize v (MAKE AWARE)
sent v
sentence v
sentimentalize v, at sentimentalism n
separate v (DIVIDE)
separate v (MOVE APART)
separate v (CONSIDER AS DIFFERENT)
separate v (LIQUID)
separate v (RELATIONSHIP)
sequester v (TAKE)
sequester v (KEEP SEPARATE)
serenade v
serialize v
sermonize v
serve v (PROVIDE FOOD/DRINK)
serve v (WORK)
serve v (HELP ACHIEVE)
serve v (PROVIDE STH NECESSARY)
serve v (DEAL WITH CUSTOMER)
serve v (SPEND TIME)
serve v (HIT BALL)
serve v (GIVE DOCUMENT)
service v (MACHINE)
service v (DEBT)
set v (POSITION)
set v (CONDITION)
set v (ESTABLISH)
set v (GET READY)
set v (FIX)
set v (GIVE WORK)
set v (MUSIC)
set v (SUN)
settle v (AGREE)
settle v (MAKE COMFORTABLE)
settle v (LIVE)
settle v (MOVE LOWER)
settle v (PAY)
settle v (QUIET)
settle v (BE IN A CERTAIN STATE)
sever v
sew v
sex v
shackle v
shade v (STOP LIGHT)
shade v (CHANGE)
shadow v (FOLLOW)
shadow v (DARKNESS)
shadowbox v
shaft v
shag v
shake v (MOVE)
shake v (UPSET)
shake v (MAKE WEAKER)
shake v (GET RID OF)
shall modal verb (FUTURE)
shall modal verb (SUGGEST)
shall modal verb (CERTAINLY WILL)
sham v
shamble v
shame v (BAD FEELING)
shame v (COMPARE WELL)
shampoo v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

shanghai v
shape v (CHARACTER)
shape v (FORM)
share v
sharpen v (ABLE TO CUT)
sharpen v (MAKE STRONG)
sharpen v (CLEAR)
sharpen v (MUSIC)
shat v
shatter v
shave v
shear v (CUT)
shear v (BREAK)
sheathe v
shed v (GET RID OF)
sheer v
shell v (COVERING)
shell v (EXPLOSIVE)
shelter v (PROTECT)
shelter v (AVOID TAX)
shelve v (DELAY)
shelve v (SHELF)
shelve v (SLOPE)
shepherd v (PEOPLE)
shepherd v (SHEEP)
shield v
shift v (MOVE/CHANGE)
shift v (GET RID OF)
shimmer v
shimmy v
shin v
shine v (LIGHT)
shine v (ABILITY)
shinny v
ship v
shipwreck v
shirk v
shit v
shiver v
shock v (OFFEND)
shock v (SURPRISE)
shod v
shoe v
shoehorn v
shone v
shoo v
shook v
shoot v (WEAPON)
shoot v (SPORT)
shoot v (MOVE QUICKLY)
shoot v (FILM)
shoot v (PLAY)
shoot v (DRUG)
shop v (BUY THINGS)
shop v (GIVE INFORMATION)
shoplift v, at shoplifting n
shorn v
short v
shortchange v
shorten v
shortlist v, at shortlist n
shot v
should modal verb (DUTY)
should modal verb (PROBABLE)
should modal verb (POSSIBILITY)
should modal verb (REASON)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

should modal verb (WOULD)


should modal verb (SURPRISE)
should modal verb (ADVISE)
shoulder v (BODY PART)
shout v (USE LOUD VOICE)
shout v (DRINKS)
shove v (PUSH)
shove v (PUT)
shove v (MOVE BODY)
shovel v
show v (MAKE SEEN)
show v (RECORD)
show v (EXPLAIN)
show v (PROVE)
show v (EXPRESS)
show v (NOTICEABLE)
show v (PUBLIC EVENT)
show v (ARRIVE)
show v (LEAD)
show v (FAIL TO HIDE)
show v (MAKE UNDERSTAND)
showcase v
shower v (FALL)
shower v (WASH)
shown v
shrank v
shred v
shriek v
shrink v (BECOME SMALLER)
shrink v (BE FRIGHTENED)
shrivel v
shroud v
shrug v
shrunk v
shuck v
shudder v
shuffle v (WALK)
shuffle v (MOVE AROUND)
shuffle v (MIX CARDS)
shun v
shunt v (TRAINS)
shunt v (MOVE)
shush v
shut v (CLOSE)
shut v (STOP OPERATING)
shuttle v
shy v (HORSES)
shy v (THROW)
sicken v (ILL)
sicken v (UNPLEASANT)
sideline v
sidestep v
sideswipe v
sidetrack v
sidle v
sieve v
sift v (SEPARATE)
sift v (EXAMINE)
sigh v
sight v
sign v (WRITE)
sign v (BODY MOVEMENT)
signal v (ACTION)
signal v (SHOW)
signalize v
signify v (MEAN)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

signify v (MAKE KNOWN)


signify v (BE IMPORTANT)
signpost v (ROAD SIGN)
signpost v (SHOW FUTURE)
silence v
silkscreen v
silver v
simmer v
simper v
simplify v
simulate v
sin v
sing v (MAKE MUSIC)
sing v (RING)
singe v
single v
sink v (GO DOWN BELOW)
sink v (FALL)
sink v (DIG)
sink v (FAILURE)
sip v
siphon v
sire v
sit v (BE SEATED)
sit v (POSITION)
sit v (MEET)
sit v (BE A MEMBER)
sit v (EXAM)
sit v (LOOK AFTER)
site v
situate v
size v
sizzle v
skate v
skedaddle v
sketch v
skew v
skewer v
ski v
skid v
skim v (MOVE ABOVE)
skim v (CONSIDER QUICKLY)
skim v (REMOVE)
skim v (STEAL)
skimp v
skin v
skip v (MOVE)
skip v (JUMP)
skip v (LEAVE)
skip v (AVOID)
skipper v
skirmish v, at skirmish n
skirt v
skitter v
skive v
skivvy v
skol v
skulk v
skyjack v
skype v, at Skype n
skyrocket v
slack v
slacken v (LESS TIGHT)
slacken v (LESS ACTIVE)
slain v
slake v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

slam v
slander v
slang v
slant v
slap v
slash v
slate v (CRITICIZE)
slate v (ROCK)
slather v
slaughter v
slave v
slaver v
slay v
sled n, v
sledge v
sleep v
sleepwalk v, at sleepwalker n
sleet v, at sleet n
slenderize v
slept v
slew v
slew v
slice v (CUT)
slice v (HIT)
slick v
slide v (MOVE)
slide v (GET WORSE)
slight v
slim v
sling v (THROW)
sling v (HANG)
slink v
slip v (SLIDE)
slip v (DO QUICKLY)
slip v (GET WORSE)
slip v (ESCAPE)
slip v (VALUE)
slit v
slither v
slobber v
slog v (WORK HARD)
slog v (HIT HARD)
slop v
slope v
slosh v
slot v
slouch v
slough v
slow v
slug v
sluice v
slumber v
slump v (REDUCE SUDDENLY)
slump v (SIT/FALL)
slung v
slunk v
slur v (PRONOUNCE BADLY)
slur v (MUSIC)
slur v (CRITICIZE)
slurp v
smack v
smarm v, at smarmy adj
smart v
smash v (BREAK NOISILY)
smash v (MOVE FORCEFULLY)
smash v (DEFEAT)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

smash v (DO BETTER)


smear v (SPREAD)
smear v (ACCUSE)
smell v (CHARACTERISTIC)
smell v (DISCOVER)
smell v (ABILITY)
smelt v
smelt v
smile v
smirk v
smite v
smoke v (BREATHE SMOKE)
smoke v (GREY GAS)
smoke v (PRESERVE)
smolder v
smooch v
smooth v (MAKE FLAT)
smooth v (REMOVE PROBLEMS)
smooth v (RUB)
smote v
smother v (COVER)
smother v (NOT DEVELOP)
smoulder v (BURN)
smoulder v (PROBLEM)
smoulder v (EMOTION)
smoulder v (ROMANTIC FEELINGS)
smudge v
smuggle v
snack v
snaffle v
snag v (DAMAGE)
snag v (PROBLEM)
snag v (GET)
snake v
snap v (BREAK)
snap v (MOVE QUICKLY)
snap v (ANIMAL)
snap v (SPEAK)
snap v (PHOTOGRAPH)
snare v
snarf v
snarl v
snatch v (TAKE QUICKLY)
sneak v (MOVE SECRETLY)
sneak v (TELL SECRETLY)
sneer v
sneeze v
snick v
snicker v, n
sniff v
sniffle v
snigger v
snip v
snipe v
snitch v (TELL SECRETLY)
snitch v (STEAL)
snivel v
snog v
snooker v
snoop v
snooze v
snore v
snort v
snow v (WEATHER)
snow v (TRICK)
snowball v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

snowboard v
snub v
snuck v
snuff v
snuffle v, n
snuggle v
soak v
soap v
soar v (RISE QUICKLY)
soar v (FLY)
sob v
sober v
socialize v (GO OUT)
socialize v (TRAIN)
sock v
sodomize v, at sodomy n
soften v (LESS HARD)
soften v (MORE GENTLE)
soil v
sojourn v, at sojourn n
solace v
sold v
solder v
sole v
solicit v (ASK FOR)
solicit v (OFFER)
solidify v (NOT LIQUID/GAS)
solidify v (CERTAIN)
solve v
somersault v, at somersault n
soothe v (ANGER)
soothe v (PAIN)
sorrow v
sort v (ORDER)
sort v (DEAL WITH)
sought v
sound v (NOISE)
sound v (WATER DEPTH)
soundproof v, at soundproof adj
sour v (TASTE)
sour v (BAD FEELING)
source v
souse v
sow v (PLANT)
sow v (CAUSE)
space v
spake v
spam v
span v (SPIN)
span v (TIME)
span v (BRIDGE)
spank v
spar v
spare v (SAVE)
spare v (AVOID)
spare v (GIVE)
spark v
sparkle v
spat v
spatter v
spawn v (START)
spawn v (EGGS)
spay v
speak v (SAY WORDS)
speak v (LANGUAGE)
speak v (FORMAL TALK)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

speak v (SUGGEST)
spear v
spearhead v
specialize v
specify v
spectate v
speculate v (GUESS)
speculate v (TRADE)
speechify v
speed v
spell v (FORM WORDS)
spell v (DO INSTEAD)
spellcheck v
spend v (MONEY)
spend v (TIME)
spend v (FORCE)
spent v
spew v
spice v
spike v (STOP)
spike v (MAKE STRONGER)
spike v (HIT)
spike v (POINT)
spike v (LEVEL)
spill v
spin v (TURN)
spin v (MAKE THREAD)
spin v (DRIVE)
spiral v
spit v (FORCE OUT)
spit v (RAIN)
spite v
splash v (LIQUID)
splash v (SHOW)
splatter v
splay v
splice v
splinter v
split v (DIVIDE)
split v (TELL)
split v (LEAVE)
splosh v, n
splurge v
splutter v
spoil v (DESTROY)
spoil v (TREAT WELL)
spoil v (CHILD)
spoke v
spoken v
sponge v (GET MONEY)
sponge v (CLEAN)
sponsor v
spoof v
spook v
spoon v
sport v
spot v (SEE)
spot v (RAIN)
spotlight v
spout v (SPEAK)
spout v (FLOW)
sprain v
sprang v
sprawl v (BODY)
sprawl v (CITY)
spray v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

spread v
spring v (MOVE QUICKLY)
spring v (APPEAR SUDDENLY)
sprinkle v
sprint v
spritz v
sprog v
sprout v
sprung v
spun v
spur v (ENCOURAGE)
spur v (SHARP OBJECT)
spurn v
spurt v (LIQUID)
spurt v (INCREASE)
sputter v (SOUND)
sputter v (ACTIVITY)
spy v (FIND SECRETS)
spy v (SEE)
squabble v, at squabble n
squall v
squander v
square v (MULTIPLY)
squash v (MAKE FLAT)
squash v (PUSH)
squash v (END)
squat v (SIT)
squat v (LIVE)
squawk v
squeak v (SOUND)
squeak v (SUCCEED)
squeal v
squeegee v, at squeegee n
squeeze v (PRESS TOGETHER)
squeeze v (MOVE)
squelch v (SOUND)
squelch v (STOP)
squinch v
squint v
squirm v
squirt v
squish v
stab v
stabilize v
stable v
stack v
staff v
stag v
stage v
stagger v (MOVE)
stagger v (SHOCK)
stagger v (ARRANGE)
stagnate v
stain v (MARK)
stain v (SPOIL)
stake v (RISK)
stake v (USE STICK)
stalk v (FOLLOW)
stalk v (WALK)
stall v (ENGINE)
stall v (DELAY)
stammer v
stamp v (MARK)
stamp v (MOVE FOOT)
stamp v (SHOW QUALITY)
stampede v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

stanch v
stand v (VERTICAL)
stand v (STATE)
stand v (PLACE)
stand v (ACCEPT)
stand v (POLITICS)
stand v (HEIGHT)
stand v (BUY)
stand v (OPINION)
standardize v
stank v
staple v
star v
starch v
stare v
start v (BEGIN)
start v (FIRST POINT)
start v (MOVE SUDDENLY)
start v (WORK)
startle v
starve v
stash v
state v
station v
staunch v
stay v (NOT LEAVE)
stay v (CONTINUE)
stay v (LIVE)
steady v (STOP MOVING)
steady v (CONTROL)
steal v (TAKE)
steal v (DO QUICKLY)
steam v
steamroller v
steep v
steepen v
steer v
stem v
stencil v
step v
stereotype v
sterilize v (STOP CHILDREN)
sterilize v (CLEAN)
stew v
stick v (FIX)
stick v (PUT)
stick v (PUSH INTO)
stick v (NOT CONTINUE)
stick v (ACCEPT)
stiffen v (FIRM)
stiffen v (LESS RELAXED)
stiffen v (MORE SEVERE)
stifle v (NO AIR)
stifle v (PREVENT HAPPENING)
stigmatize v
still v
stimulate v
sting v (HURT)
sting v (CHARGE)
stink v (SMELL)
stink v (BE BAD)
stint v
stipple v
stipulate v
stir v (MIX)
stir v (MOVE)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

stir v (CAUSE EMOTION)


stitch v
stock v
stockpile v
stoke v
stole v
stolen v
stomach v
stomp v
stone v (THROW ROCKS)
stone v (REMOVE SEED)
stonewall v
stood v
stoop v
stop v (FINISH)
stop v (PREVENT)
stop v (STAY)
stop v (BLOCK)
store v
storm v (ATTACK)
storm v (EMOTIONAL REACTION)
stow v
straddle v
strafe v
straggle v
straighten v (NOT CURVING)
straighten v (LEVEL)
straighten v (TIDY)
strain v (SEPARATE)
strain v (PRESSURE)
strain v (MONEY)
strangle v
strangulate v
strap v
stratify v
stray v
streak v (MOVE FAST)
streak v (RUN NAKED)
stream v (FLOW)
stream v (INTERNET)
stream v (STUDENTS)
streamline v (SHAPE)
streamline v (IMPROVE)
strengthen v
stress v (EMPHASIZE)
stress v (PRONOUNCE)
stress v (WORRY)
stretch v (REACH)
stretch v (SPREAD)
stretch v (GO PAST)
stretch v (MAKE LONGER)
stretch v (LONG TIME)
stretch v (DO MORE)
stretcher v, at stretcher n
strew v
stride v
strike v (STOP WORK)
strike v (CAUSE SUFFERING)
strike v (HIT)
strike v (REMOVE)
strike v (DISCOVER)
strike v (AGREE)
strike v (FEEL/THINK)
strike v (MAKE COINS)
string v (MUSIC)
string v (SPORT)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

string v (BEADS, ETC.)


strip v (REMOVE COVER)
strip v (REMOVE CLOTHING)
strip v (REMOVE PARTS)
strive v
strode v
stroke v (TOUCH)
stroke v (HIT)
stroll v
strove v
struck v
structure v
struggle v (EFFORT)
struggle v (FIGHT)
strum v
strung v
strut v
stuck v
study v (LEARN)
study v (EXAMINE)
stuff v (FILL)
stuff v (FOOD)
stultify v, at stultifying adj
stumble v (WALK)
stumble v (PAUSE)
stump v (WALK)
stump v (POLITICS)
stump v (CRICKET)
stun v (SHOCK)
stun v (MAKE UNCONSCIOUS)
stung v
stunk v
stunt v
stupefy v (TIRE)
stupefy v (SURPRISE)
stutter v (SPEAK)
stutter v (NOT SMOOTH)
style v (DESIGN)
style v (TITLE)
stymie v
sub v
subcontract v
subdivide v
subdue v
subject v
subjugate v (DEFEAT)
subjugate v (CONTROL)
sublet v
sublimate v
submerge v
submit v (GIVE)
submit v (ALLOW)
subordinate v
subpoena v
subscribe v
subside v (LESS STRONG)
subside v (LOWER LEVEL)
subsidize v
subsist v
substantiate v
substitute v
subsume v
subtract v
subvert v
succeed v (ACHIEVE SOMETHING)
succeed v (FOLLOW)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

succour v
succumb v
suck v (PULL IN)
suck v (BE BAD)
suckle v
sue v
suffer v (FEEL PAIN)
suffer v (EXPERIENCE)
suffice v
suffocate v (DIE)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

may modal verb (POSSIBILITY)


may modal verb (PERMISSION)
may modal verb (WISH)
must modal verb (NECESSARY)
must modal verb (PROBABLY)
ought modal verb (DUTY)
ought modal verb (PROBABLE)
shall modal verb (FUTURE)
shall modal verb (SUGGEST)
shall modal verb (CERTAINLY WILL)
should modal verb (DUTY)
should modal verb (PROBABLE)
should modal verb (POSSIBILITY)
should modal verb (REASON)
should modal verb (WOULD)
should modal verb (SURPRISE)
should modal verb (ADVISE)
table v
tabulate v
tack v (FASTEN)
tack v (SEW)
tack v (BOAT)
tackle v (DEAL WITH)
tackle v (SPORT)
tag v (SMALL PART)
tag v (COMPUTING)
tail v
tailgate v
tailor v
taint v
take v (REMOVE)
take v (MOVE)
take v (ACCEPT)
take v (HOLD)
take v (GO WITH)
take v (TRANSPORT)
take v (NEED)
take v (MEASURE)
take v (DRUG/MEDICINE)
take v (ACT)
take v (THINK ABOUT)
take v (UNDERSTAND)
take v (REACTION)
take v (MONEY)
take v (CATCH)
take v (WRITE)
take v (PERFORM WELL)
taken v
talk v (SAY WORDS)
talk v (DISCUSS)
talk v (LECTURE)
tally v
tame v
tamp v
tan v (COLOUR)
tan v (LEATHER)
tangle v
tango v, at tango n
tank v
tantalize v
tap v (HIT)
tap v (GET)
tap v (PHONE)
tape v (RECORD)
tape v (USE STICKY STRIPS)
taper v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

tar v
target v (DIRECT)
target v (ATTACK)
tarmac v, at tarmac n
tarnish v (METAL)
tarnish v (GOOD OPINION)
tarry v
task v
taste v (FOOD/DRINK)
taste v (EXPERIENCE)
tattoo v
taught v
taunt v
tauten v
tax v (MONEY)
tax v (NEED EFFORT)
taxi v
teach v
tear v (PULL APART)
tear v (HURRY)
tease v
teem v
teeter v
teethe v
telecommute v, at telecommuting n
telegraph v, at telegraph n
telephone v
teleport v
telescope v
televise v
telework v, at teleworking n
telex v, at telex n
tell v (SPEAK)
tell v (KNOW)
tell v (HAVE AN EFFECT)
temp v, at temp n
temper v (REDUCE)
temper v (METAL)
temporize v
tempt v
tend v (BE LIKELY)
tend v (CARE)
tender v
tenderize v
tense v
term v
terminate v
terrace v
terrify v
terrorize v
tessellate v
test v
testify v
tether v, at tether n
tether v, at at the end of your tether idiom
text v
thank v
thatch v
thaw v (BECOME NOT FROZEN)
thaw v (BECOME FRIENDLY)
theorize v
thicken v
thin v (LESS THICK)
thin v (FEWER)
think v (CONSIDER)
think v (DECIDE)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

think v (REASON)
think v (REMEMBER)
thought v
thrash v (HIT)
thrash v (MOVE)
thrash v (DEFEAT)
thrash v (REMOVE SEEDS)
thread v
threaten v
thresh v
threw v
thrill v
thrive v
throb v
throng v
throttle v (PRESS THROAT)
throttle v (PREVENT)
throw v (SEND THROUGH AIR)
throw v (MOVE QUICKLY)
throw v (CONFUSE)
throw v (SHAPE)
thrust v
thud v, at thud n
thump v
thunder v
thwack v
thwart v
tick v (SOUND)
tick v (MARK)
tickle v (RUB SKIN)
tickle v (PLEASE)
tidy v
tie v (FASTEN)
tie v (RELATE)
tie v (FINISH EQUAL)
tier v
tighten v
tile v
till v
tilt v
time v (ARRANGE)
time v (MEASURE)
timetable v
tinge v
tingle v
tinker v
tinkle v (SOUND)
tinkle v (TOILET)
tint v
tip v (ONE SIDE HIGHER)
tip v (POUR)
tip v (END)
tip v (PAYMENT)
tip v (INFORMATION)
tip v (RUBBISH)
tiptoe v
tire v
titillate v
titivate v
titter v
toady v, at toady n
toast v (HEAT)
toast v (DRINK)
toboggan v, at toboggan n
toddle v
toggle v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

toil v (WORK HARD)


toil v (MOVE)
tolerate v (ACCEPT)
tolerate v (DEAL WITH)
toll v
tone v
toot v
tootle v
top v (HIGHEST PART)
top v (MOST IMPORTANT)
top v (BEST)
topple v (FALL)
topple v (GOVERNMENT)
torch v
torment v
torpedo v
torture v
toss v (THROW)
toss v (FOOD)
toss v (MOVE)
toss v (COIN)
total v
tote v
totter v
touch v (PUT HAND ON)
touch v (BE CLOSE TOGETHER)
touch v (HARM/DAMAGE)
touch v (EAT/DRINK)
touch v (INFLUENCE)
touch v (BE AS GOOD)
toughen v (MAKE STRONG)
toughen v (GET DIFFICULT)
tour v
tout v (MAKE KNOWN)
tout v (SELL UNOFFICIALLY)
tow v
towel v
tower v
trace v (FIND)
trace v (DRAW)
track v (FOLLOW)
track v (MOVE)
track v (FINANCE)
trade v (BUY AND SELL)
trade v (EXCHANGE)
traduce v
traffic v
trail v (MOVE SLOWLY)
trail v (FOLLOW)
train v (PREPARE)
train v (AIM)
train v (DIRECT GROWTH)
traipse v
tramp v
trample v (STEP HEAVILY ON)
trample v (TREAT WITHOUT RESPECT)
tranquillize v
transact v
transcend v
transcribe v (RECORD)
transcribe v (CHANGE)
transfer v
transfigure v
transfix v (UNABLE TO MOVE)
transfix v (POINTED OBJECT)
transform v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

transgress v
translate v
transliterate v
transmit v (RADIO/TELEVISION)
transmit v (PASS)
transmogrify v
transmute v
transpire v (BECOME KNOWN)
transpire v (HAPPEN)
transpire v (LOSE WATER)
transplant v
transport v (GOODS/PEOPLE)
transport v (FEELING)
transpose v
trap v
trash v (THROW AWAY)
trash v (DAMAGE)
trash v (CRITICIZE)
traumatize v
travel v
traverse v
trawl v (FISH)
trawl v (SEARCH)
tread v
treasure v
treat v (DEAL WITH)
treat v (GIVE MEDICAL CARE)
treat v (PAY FOR)
treat v (PUT ON)
treble v
trek v
tremble v
trend v
trespass v (BREAK LAW)
trespass v (NOT MORAL)
triage v, at triage n
trial v
trick v
tried v
trigger v
trill v
trim v (CUT)
trim v (REDUCE)
trip v (LOSE BALANCE)
trip v (MOVE)
trip v (SWITCH)
trip v (EXPERIENCE)
triple v
triumph v
trivialize v
troll v (FISH)
troll v (SEARCH)
troll v (COMPUTING)
troop v
trot v (RUN)
trot v (HURRY)
trouble v (WORRY)
trouble v (CAUSE DIFFICULTIES)
trouble v (CAUSE EFFORT)
troubleshoot v, at troubleshooting n
trough v (EAT)
trough v (LOW LEVEL)
trounce v
trouser v
truant v
truck v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

trudge v
trump v
trumpet v (ANIMAL CALL)
trumpet v (ANNOUNCE)
truncate v
trundle v
truss v
trust v (BELIEVE)
trust v (HOPE)
try v (ATTEMPT)
try v (TEST)
try v (LAW)
try v (WORRY)
tuck v (TIDY)
tuck v (STORE SAFELY)
tuck v (BODY)
tug v
tumble v
tune v (INSTRUMENT)
tune v (RADIO)
tune v (ENGINE)
tunnel v
turf v
turn v (GO ROUND)
turn v (CHANGE DIRECTION)
turn v (CHANGE POSITION)
turn v (BECOME)
turn v (SWITCH)
turn v (WOOD)
tussle v (DISAGREE)
tussle v (FIGHT)
tut v
tutor v, at tutor n
twang v
tweak v (PULL)
tweak v (CHANGE SLIGHTLY)
tweet v (BIRD)
tweet v (SOCIAL MEDIA)
twiddle v
twig v
twine v
twinkle v
twirl v
twist v (TURN)
twist v (CHANGE)
twitch v (MOVE SLIGHTLY)
twitch v (PULL)
twitter v (BIRD)
twitter v (PERSON)
type v (WRITE)
typecast v
typify v
tyrannize v
double-team v
fast-talk v
fine-tune v
guilt-trip v
ill-treat v
test-fire v
tie-dye v
touch-type v
transfer-list v
two-time v
booby-trap v, at booby trap n
fly-tip v, at fly-tipping n
horse-trade v, at horse-trading n

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

means-test v, at means-testing n
sweet-talk v, at sweet talk n
trickle-feed v, at trickle feed n
answer to, at answer v (MATCH)
tease, at backcomb v
tick over, at idle v
riffle through, at riffle v
scotch-tape, at Sellotape n
track, at stream v (STUDENTS)
tantalise, at tantalize v
teem down, at teem v
telecommute, at teleworking n
temporise, at temporize v
tenderise, at tenderize v
tense up, at tense v
terrorise, at terrorize v
tesselate, at tessellate v
theorise, at theorize v
thin out, at thin v (FEWER)
thrash, at thresh v
tone up, at tone v
top off, at top v (HIGHEST PART)
toss sb for sth, at toss v (COIN)
tranquilize, at tranquillize v
traumatise, at traumatize v
trivialise, at trivialize v
truss up, at truss v
tyrannise, at tyrannize v
tape, at video v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

umpire v, at umpire n
unbalance v (NOT FIRM)
unbalance v (MENTALLY ILL)
unbalance v (NOT FAIR)
unbend v
unbind v
unbuckle v
uncap v (REMOVE CAP)
uncap v (ADJUST MODEM)
uncork v
uncouple v
uncover v
undelete v
underachieve v
undercharge v
undercook v
undercut v (CHARGE LESS THAN)
undercut v (DAMAGE)
underestimate v (AMOUNT)
underestimate v (PERSON)
underexpose v
undergo v
underlie v
underline v
undermine v
underpay v
underpin v
underplay v
underrate v
underscore v
undersell v (SELL CHEAPLY)
undersell v (BE MODEST)
understand v (KNOW)
understand v (REALIZE)
understate v
understudy v, at understudy n
undertake v (DO)
undertake v (PROMISE)
undervalue v
underwent v
underwrite v
undid v
undo v (UNFASTEN)
undo v (REMOVE EFFECTS)
undress v
undulate v, at undulating adj
unearth v
unfasten v
unfold v (OPEN)
unfold v (DEVELOP)
unfollow v
unfriend v
unfurl v
unhand v
unhinge v, at unhinged adj
unify v
uninstall v
unionize v
unite v
unlace v
unlearn v
unleash v
unload v (REMOVE)
unload v (TELL)
unlock v
unmake v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

unmask v
unnerve v
unpack v (REMOVE)
unpack v (EXPLAIN)
unpick v (SEWING)
unpick v (IDEAS)
unpick v (DESTROY)
unplug v (REMOVE PLUG)
unplug v (REMOVE BLOCKAGE)
unravel v (CLOTH)
unravel v (SUBJECT)
unravel v (PROCESS)
unroll v
unsaddle v
unscramble v
unscrew v (LID)
unscrew v (SCREWS)
unseat v (POLITICIAN)
unseat v (RIDER)
unsettle v, at unsettling adj (CHANGING)
unsettle v, at unsettling adj (WORRYING)
unsubscribe v
untangle v (KNOTS)
untangle v (PROBLEM)
untie v
unveil v
unwind v (UNFASTEN)
unwind v (RELAX)
unwrap v
unzip v
up v (INCREASE)
upbraid v
update v
upend v
upgrade v
uphold v
upholster v
uplift v (IMPROVE)
uplift v (RAISE)
uplift v (COLLECT)
upload v
uproot v (PLANT)
uproot v (PERSON)
upsell v
upset v (WORRY)
upset v (CHANGE)
upset v (KNOCK)
upset v (MAKE SICK)
upshift v, at upshifter n
upskill v
upstage v
urbanize v
urge v
urinate v
use v (PURPOSE)
use v (REDUCE)
use v (WORD)
use v (TAKE ADVANTAGE)
usher v
usurp v
utilize v
utter v
bind up, at bind v
boot up, at boot v (COMPUTER)
box up, at box v (PUT IN CONTAINER)
cable up, at cable v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

choke up, at choke v (FILL)


churn up, at churn v (MOVE/MIX)
unfriend, at defriend v
flare up, at flare v (GET WORSE)
form up, at form v
freeze up, at freeze v (STOP WORKING)
freshen up, at freshen v (AIR)
freshen up, at freshen v (DRINK)
fur up, at fur v
hype up, at hype v
log up, at log v (RECORD)
mess up, at mess v
offer up, at offer v (AGREE TO GIVE)
pile up, at pile v (OBJECTS)
pucker up, at pucker v
line up, at queue v
ravel sth up, at ravel v (CONFUSE)
sprout up, at sprout v
start up, at start v (BEGIN)
start up, at start v (WORK)
stoke up, at stoke v
tense up, at tense v
tone up, at tone v
toss up, at toss v (COIN)
truss up, at truss v
underscore, at underline v
unionise, at unionize v
urbanise, at urbanize v
utilise, at utilize v
wake up, at wake v
wash up, at wash v (CLEAN)
wind up, at wind v (TURN)
wire up, at wire v (METAL THREAD)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

vac v
vacate v
vacation v, at vacation n
vaccinate v
vacillate v
vacuum v
valet v
validate v
value v (MONEY)
value v (IMPORTANCE)
vandalize v
vanish v
vanquish v
vaporize v
varnish v
vary v (BE DIFFERENT)
vary v (CHANGE)
vault v
veer v
vegetate v
veil v (MATERIAL)
veil v (HIDE)
venerate v
vent v
ventilate v (PROVIDE AIR)
ventilate v (MAKE KNOWN)
venture v
verbalize v
verify v
vet v
veto v
vex v
vibrate v
victimize v
vide v
video v
videotape v
vie v
view v (HAVE OPINION)
view v (SEE)
vilify v
vindicate v
violate v
visit v
visualize v
vitiate v
vocalize v
voice v
void v
volley v
volunteer v
vomit v
vote v
vouch v
vouchsafe v
vow v
voyage v
've/'s, at have auxiliary verb
've/'s, at have v (POSSESS)
vacation, at holiday v
vandalise, at vandalize v
vaporise, at vaporize v
verbalise, at verbalize v
victimise, at victimize v
v., at vide v
visualise, at visualize v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

be v (DESCRIPTION)
be v (ALLOW)
be v (FUTURE)
be v (CAN)
be v (EXIST)
be auxiliary verb (CONTINUE)
be auxiliary verb (PASSIVE)
go v (MOVE/TRAVEL)
go v (LEAVE)
go v (LEAD)
go v (BECOME)
go v (MOVE BODY)
go v (OPERATE)
go v (TIME)
go v (BE)
go v (START)
go v (PLAY GAME)
go v (DIVIDE)
go v (SAY)
go v (WEAKEN)
go v (NOISE)
go v (BE EXPRESSED)
go v (HAPPEN)
go v (BE SITUATED)
go v (BE SOLD)
go v (BE ACCEPTABLE)
go v (BE KNOWN)
go v (DEVELOP)
waddle v
wade v
waffle v
waft v
wag v
wage v
wager v
waggle v
wail v
wait v
waive v
wake v
waken v
walk v (MOVE ON FOOT)
walk v (DO EASILY)
wallop v
wallow v
wallpaper v
waltz v (WALK)
waltz v (DANCE)
wander v (WALK)
wander v (SUBJECT)
wane v
wangle v
wank v
want v (WISH)
want v (NEED)
warble v
warehouse v
warm v
warn v
warp v (BEND)
warp v (STRANGE)
warrant v (MAKE NECESSARY)
warrant v (PROMISE)
was v
wash v (CLEAN)
wash v (FLOW)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

waste v (USE BADLY)


waste v (KILL)
watch v (LOOK AT)
watch v (BE CAREFUL)
water v (GIVE WATER)
water v (PRODUCE LIQUID)
waterproof v
wave v (MOVE HAND)
wave v (MOVE REPEATEDLY)
wave v (CURL HAIR)
waver v
wax v (USE WAX)
wax v (MOON)
waylay v
weaken v
wean v
weaponize v
wear v (ON BODY)
wear v (WEAKEN)
wear v (ALLOW)
weary v
weather v (DEAL WITH)
weather v (AIR CONDITIONS)
weave v (MAKE)
weave v (MOVE QUICKLY)
wed v
wedge v
wee v
weed v
weep v (CRY)
weep v (INJURY)
weigh v (HEAVINESS)
weigh v (INFLUENCE)
weigh v (CONSIDER)
weight v
welch v
welcome v (ENCOURAGE)
welcome v (MEET)
weld v (JOIN METAL)
weld v (JOIN PEOPLE)
well v
welsh v
went v
wept v
were v
westernize v
wet v
whack v
wheedle v
wheel v (PUSH)
wheel v (FLY IN CIRCLES)
wheeze v
whet v (SHARPEN)
whimper v
whine v
whinge v
whinny v
whip v (DO QUICKLY)
whip v (BEAT FOOD)
whip v (HIT)
whip v (STEAL)
whirl v
whirr v
whisk v (REMOVE)
whisk v (BEAT FOOD)
whisper v (SPEAK)

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

whisper v (SUGGEST)
whistle v
whiten v
whitewash v (HIDE)
whitewash v (DEFEAT)
whitewash v (PAINT)
whittle v
whizz v
whoop v
whoosh v
whop v
wick v
widen v (DISTANCE)
widen v (AMOUNT)
widow v
wield v
wiggle v
will modal verb (FUTURE)
will modal verb (ABLE/WILLING)
will modal verb (REQUEST)
will modal verb (IF)
will modal verb (LIKELY)
will modal verb (ORDER)
will modal verb (ALWAYS)
will v (MAKE HAPPEN)
will v (LEAVE)
wilt v
win v
wince v
winch v, at winch n
wind v (BREATH)
wind v (BOWELS)
wind v (TURN)
wind v (WRAP AROUND)
windsurf v, at windsurfing n
wink v
winnow v
winter v
wipe v
wire v (METAL THREAD)
wire v (SEND MESSAGE)
wish v (FEEL SORRY)
wish v (WANT)
wish v (HOPE)
wish v (MAGIC)
wish v (GREET)
withdraw v (REMOVE)
withdraw v (STOP CONTACT)
wither v
withhold v
withstand v
witness v (BE PRESENT)
witness v (HAPPEN)
witness v (SHOW)
witter v
wobble v (MOVE)
wobble v (NOT CERTAIN)
woke v
woken v
wolf v
womanize v
won v
wonder v (QUESTION)
wonder v (SURPRISE)
woo v
woof v, at woof n

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

word v
wore v
work v (HAVE EFFECT)
work v (DO JOB)
work v (OPERATE)
work v (SUCCEED IN BECOMING)
work v (ARRANGE)
work v (SHAPE)
worm v (MOVE)
worm v (ANIMAL)
worn v
worry v (PROBLEM)
worry v (ANIMAL)
worsen v
worship v (RELIGION)
worship v (ADMIRE)
worst v
would modal verb (FUTURE)
would modal verb (INTENTION)
would modal verb (POSSIBLE)
would modal verb (REQUEST)
would modal verb (WILLING)
would modal verb (OFTEN)
would modal verb (OPINION)
would modal verb (ADVISE)
would modal verb (REASON)
would modal verb (LIKELY)
wound v (HURT)
wound v (UPSET)
wound v
wove v
woven v
wow v
wrangle v, at wrangle n
wrap v
wreak v
wreathe v
wreck v
wrench v
wrest v
wrestle v
wriggle v
wring v
wrinkle v
writ v
write v
writhe v
written v
wrong v
wrote v
wrought v
wrung v
co-write v
hot-wire v
pistol-whip v
wet-nurse v
wheel and deal v
wrong-foot v
hero-worship v, at hero worship n
shrink-wrap v, at shrink-wrap n
wheel-clamp v, at wheel clamp n
wolf-whistle v, at wolf whistle n
go hacking, at hack v (HORSE)
wade, at paddle v (WALK)
wind down, at unwind v (RELAX)
wake up, at wake v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

wash up, at wash v (CLEAN)


weaponise, at weaponize v
wee-wee, at wee v
welsh, at welch v
westernise, at westernize v
whir, at whirr v
whiz, at whizz v
wind up, at wind v (TURN)
wire up, at wire v (METAL THREAD)
wither away, at wither v
womanise, at womanize v
wring out, at wring v
write sth out, at write v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

xv
xerox v
X-ray v, at X-ray n

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

yack v
yammer v
yank v
yap v
yaw v
yawn v
yearn v
yell v
yellow v
yelp v
yield v (PRODUCE)
yield v (GIVE UP)
yield v (BEND/BREAK)
yodel v
yoke v (WOODEN BAR)
yoke v (CONNECT)
yomp v
yowl v
yuppify v

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Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition

zap v (DESTROY)
zap v (GO QUICKLY)
zhuzh v
zigzag v (FORM SHAPE)
zigzag v (CHANGE)
zip v (FASTEN)
zip v (GO QUICKLY)
zip v (COMPUTING)
zone v
zoom v
zhoozh, at zhuzh v
zig and zag, at zigzag v (FORM SHAPE)

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