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- charge-coupled device/tʃɑːdʒ ˌkʌpəld dɪˈvaɪs/A type of image sensor used in digital cameras, scanners, and video recorders, which converts light into an electrical charge that is processed to form an image.nounLow (C2)
- charge-off/ˈtʃɑːdʒ ɒf/A debt that a creditor writes off as uncollectible.nounC1
- chargeable asset/ˈtʃɑːdʒəbl ˈæset/An asset for which tax must be paid when it is sold or transferred at a profit.nounC2 / Low Frequency (Technical)
- chargeable transfer/ˈtʃɑːdʒəbəl trænsˈfɜː/A legal transfer of value from one person to another that is subject to a tax or duty.nounC2
- chargeback/ˈtʃɑːdʒ.bæk/The reversal of a credit or debit card payment, returning funds to the cardholder, typically due to a dispute.nounC1
- charged particle/tʃɑːdʒd ˈpɑːtɪk(ə)l/A fundamental physical particle that carries an electric charge, either positive or negative.nounC2 (Technical/Scientific)
- charger/ˈtʃɑː.dʒər/A device for supplying electrical power to a battery or other device.nounHigh
- charging station/ˈtʃɑːdʒɪŋ ˌsteɪʃən/A public or private location equipped with one or more outlets for recharging the battery of an electric vehicle or electronic device.nounB2
- chargrill/ˈtʃɑːˌɡrɪl/to cook food directly over a source of very high heat (typically charcoal, gas, or an electric element), often creating distinctive sear marks.verb-transitiveC1
- chari/ˈtʃɑːri/ (hypothetical, based on 'char' + 'i')The term 'chari' is not a standard English word. It appears to be a misspelling or non-standard variant, possibly of 'char' (to burn slightly) or 'chary' (cautious), or perhaps an attempt at 'chariot'. This analysis will treat it as a potential learner error and provide corrective information.nounExtremely rare to non-existent in standard corpora. Likely appears only in errors or creative writing.
- chari-nile/ˈtʃær.ə.ti/The voluntary giving of help, typically in the form of money, goods, or time, to those in need, or an organization set up to provide such help.adjectivenounB1
- charidee/ˈtʃærɪdiː/A humorous, affectionate, or mock-cockney pronunciation of the word 'charity'.nounLow/Very Low
- charikar/ˈtʃɑːrɪkɑːr/A proper noun, specifically the name of a city in Afghanistan.nounVery Low
- chariness/ˈtʃeə.ri.nəs/The quality of being very cautious, wary, and unwilling to take risks; carefulness.nounC2
- charing cross/ˌtʃɛərɪŋ ˈkrɒs/A major transport hub and landmark area in central London, historically the site of a medieval cross and now a railway terminus and Underground station.nounMedium
- chariot/ˈtʃær.i.ət/A two-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle used in ancient times for warfare, racing, or ceremonial purposes.nounverb-intransitiveverb-transitiveLow to medium. Common in historical/educational contexts, rare in everyday modern speech.
- charioteer/ˌtʃær.i.əˈtɪər/A person who drives a chariot, especially in ancient warfare, races, or ceremonies.nounC2/Rare
- charis/ˈkærɪs/The direct, non-standard plural form of 'chari' (singular 'charis' is not standard). In historical/classical contexts, sometimes used as a variant for 'charisma' or the Greek concept of 'grace'.nounExtremely Rare (E)
- charisma/kəˈrɪzmə/A compelling charm or personal magnetism that inspires devotion and enthusiasm in others.nounC1
- charismatic/ˌkær.ɪzˈmæt.ɪk/Having a compelling charm or appeal that can inspire devotion in others.adjectivenounC1
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