English Words Starting With E

• explicans

  nounC2
  /ɪkˈsplɪ.kænz/The word or phrase (often complex or unclear) that requires explanation or clarification.
• explicate

  verbverb-transitiveC1/C2
  /ˈɛksplɪkeɪt/To explain something, especially a complex text or idea, in a clear and detailed manner.
• explication

  nounC1
  /ˌɛk.splɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/A detailed explanation or analysis of a concept, theory, or text, especially one that interprets and clarifies its meaning.
• explication de texte

  nounLow
  /ˌɛk.spli.ka.sjɔ̃ də ˈtɛkst/A method of literary criticism or analysis involving a detailed, line-by-line examination of a text to elucidate its meaning and structure.
• explicit function

  nounLow in general English; very high in academic/mathematical contexts.
  /ɪkˈsplɪsɪt ˈfʌŋkʃən/In mathematics, a function expressed directly as one variable (usually the dependent variable) in terms of other variables (usually independent variables). Formally, of the form y = f(x₁, x₂, ...).
• explode

  verbverb-intransitiveverb-transitiveB2
  /ɪkˈspləʊd/To burst or shatter violently and noisily as a result of rapid combustion, excessive internal pressure, or another violent process.
• exploded view

  nounC1
  /ɪkˈspləʊdɪd vjuː/A technical drawing or diagram showing all the individual components of an object separated and arranged in space to show their relationship and assembly order.
• explodent

  nounTechnical
  /ɪkˈspləʊd(ə)nt/A consonant sound produced with a complete closure followed by a sudden release of air (plosive).
• exploding star

  nounLow
  /ɪkˈspləʊdɪŋ stɑː/A star that undergoes a sudden, catastrophic increase in brightness and energy release, typically at the end of its life cycle.
• exploit

  nounverbC1
  /ɪkˈsplɔɪt/ (noun), /ɪkˈsplɔɪt/ (verb)A notable, daring, or heroic achievement.
• exploitation

  nounC1
  /ˌɛksplɔɪˈteɪʃ(ə)n/The act of using someone or something unfairly for your own advantage, often involving resources, labour, or a situation.
• exploitation film

  nounC1/C2
  /ˌɛksplɔɪˈteɪʃən fɪlm/A low-budget film made quickly to profit from current trends, shocking content, or niche markets, often with sensational themes.
• exploited

  adjectiveverbHigh
  /ɪkˈsplɔɪtɪd/Used or taken advantage of, often in an unfair or selfish way for one's own benefit.
• exploiting

  adjectivenounB2
  /ɪkˈsplɔɪtɪŋ/Making full use of a resource, opportunity, or situation to gain maximum benefit or advantage.
• exploration

  nounB1
  /ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃ(ə)n/The action of travelling through or investigating an unfamiliar area or subject in order to learn about it.
• explorationist

  nounC1/C2
  /ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃənɪst/A geologist or prospector whose work is specifically focused on the search for mineral deposits, especially in the mining and oil & gas industries.
• explore

  verbverb-intransitiveverb-transitiveB1 (Intermediate)
  /ɪkˈsplɔː(r)/To travel through or examine an unfamiliar area or subject to learn about it.
• explorer

  nounB1
  /ɪkˈsplɔːrə(r)/A person who travels to unfamiliar places in order to learn about them or search for something.
• explorer tent

  nounC1/C2
  /ɪkˈsplɔː.rə ˌtent/A portable shelter, typically made of fabric and poles, designed for use in wilderness exploration or camping.
• explosimeter

  nounVery Low
  /ɪkˌspləʊˈzɪmɪtə/A device for measuring the concentration of explosive gases or vapors in the air.

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