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- temple/ˈtɛmp(ə)l/A building devoted to the worship of a god or gods in various religions.nounB1
- temple city/ˈtɛmpl̩ ˈsɪti/A city that is the location of a major religious temple or complex, often its main defining feature, historically and/or as a center of pilgrimage or religious administration.nounC1/C2
- temple of artemis/ˈtem.pəl əv ɑːˈtem.ɪs/An ancient Greek temple located in Ephesus (modern-day Turkey), dedicated to the goddess Artemis. It was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, famous for its immense size and ornate architecture.nounLow frequency (C2 level)
- temple orange/ˈtɛm.pəl ˌɒr.ɪndʒ/A specific citrus fruit, a hybrid between a tangerine and a sweet orange, known for its deep reddish-orange color, rich flavor, and loose, easy-to-peel skin.nounLow
- temple terrace/ˈtɛmpl ˈtɛrəs/A flat, raised area or platform forming part of or adjoining a temple complex, often used for ceremonies, gatherings, or contemplation.nounC1/C2 - Low frequency, specialized/architectural/historical term
- templet/ˈtɛmplɪt/A pattern, guide, or mold used to shape or form something accurately.nounRare (largely obsolete or highly technical)
- tempo/ˈtem.pəʊ/The speed or rate at which something happens, particularly in music.nounB2
- temporal/ˈtem.pər.əl/Relating to time or denoting worldly, secular affairs as opposed to spiritual ones.adjectivenounC1
- temporal bone/ˈtɛm.pər.əl bəʊn/One of the two irregular bones forming part of the sides and base of the skull, containing structures for hearing and balance.nounLow (Specialist Medical/Anatomical Term)
- temporal hour/ˈtem.pər.əl ˈaʊə(r)/A historical unit of time measurement, defined as one twelfth of the daylight or nighttime period, thus varying in length with the seasons.nounC2
- temporal lobe/ˌtem.pər.əl ˈləʊb/One of the four major lobes of the cerebral cortex in the brain, located beneath the lateral fissure on each side of the brain, primarily involved in auditory processing, memory formation, and language comprehension.nounC2
- temporal summation/ˈtem.pər.əl sʌˈmeɪ.ʃən/The cumulative effect of multiple stimuli occurring in rapid succession, where the combined effect exceeds that of a single stimulus.nounLow
- temporal-lobe epilepsy/ˌtem.pər.əl ləʊb ˈep.ɪ.lep.si/A chronic neurological disorder characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures originating in the temporal lobe of the brain.nounC2 / Very Low Frequency (Specialist Medical Term)
- temporality/ˌtɛmpəˈralɪti/The state of existing within or relating to time; the quality of being temporary or time-bound.nounC1-C2
- temporalize/ˈtɛmpərəlaɪz/To make something temporal or relate it to time.verb-transitiveLow (rare)
- temporary/ˈtemprəri/lasting for a limited time; not permanentadjectivenounB1
- temporary duty/ˈtɛm.p(ə)r.ər.i ˈdʒuː.ti/A short-term assignment or official task for a person, especially a military or government employee, away from their normal station or location.nounLow (B2-C1)
- temporary hardness/ˈtem.pər.ər.i ˈhɑːd.nəs/A type of water hardness caused by dissolved bicarbonate minerals (calcium bicarbonate and magnesium bicarbonate) that can be removed by boiling the water.nounC1/C2
- temporary life annuity/ˈtempərəri laɪf əˈnjuːəti/An insurance or financial product that provides a guaranteed income for a specified period or until the death of the annuitant, whichever occurs first.nounLow
- temporize/ˈtɛmpəraɪz/To deliberately delay making a decision or taking action in order to gain time or avoid commitment.verbverb-intransitiveC2
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