Adolescence /ˌæd
hold/keep/take sb prisoner
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hold/keep/take sb prisoner
to catch someone and guard them so that they cannot escape Of 10 000 troops, 7000 were killed, wounded or taken prisoner. The pilot and several passengers were held prisoner by the gunmen for 57 hours. property /ˈprɒp.ə.ti/ /ˈprɑː.pɚ.t ̬i/ noun THINGS OWNED 1. [ U ] an object or objects that belong to someone The club does not accept responsibility for loss of or damage to club members' personal property. Both books have 'Property of Her Majesty's Government' stamped inside them. Children need to be taught to have respect for other people's property. 2. [ C or U ] a building or area of land, or both together He owns a number of properties in the centre of London. The notice said 'Private Property, Keep Off. Yes, I've bought my own house - I'm now a man/woman of property! 3. [ U ] SPECIALIZED the legal right to own and use something property /ˈprɒp.ə.ti/ /ˈprɑː.pɚ.t ̬i/ noun QUALITY 4. [ C ] a quality in a substance or material, especially one which means that it can be used in a particular way One of the properties of copper is that it conducts heat and electricity very well. We value herbs for their taste, but we forget that they also have medicinal properties. prosecutor /ˈprɒs.ɪ.kjuː.tə r / /ˈprɑː.sɪ.kjuː.t ̬ɚ/ noun [ C ] a legal representative who officially accuses someone of committing a crime, especially in a court of law protection /prəˈtek.ʃ ə n/ noun [ U ] 1. the act of protecting or state of being protected Their flimsy tent gave/offered little protection against the severe storm. Round-the-clock police protection is given to all senior politicians. New legislation still does not offer adequate protection for many endangered species. Always wear goggles as a protection for your eyes when using the machines. The insurance policy provides protection (= will make a financial payment) in case of accidental loss of life or serious injury. 2. INFORMAL FOR protection money 3. a condom (= thin rubber covering for the penis) used as a way of preventing pregnancy or the spread of disease Did you use any protection? Download 0.8 Mb. Do'stlaringiz bilan baham: |
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