lavatory /ˈlæv.ə.tər.i/ = WC (water closet) = bathroom
Water closet, toilet, washroom, restroom, and bathroom all refer to rooms or spaces where people can go to use the toilet and wash their hands, but they can have slightly different meanings depending on the context or location.
A water closet (or WC /ˈklɒz.ɪt/ ) is a British term that is often used to refer to a small room that contains a toilet. It is not a common term in the US.
A toilet is a fixture that is used to flush human waste away. It is the most generic term that refers to any device designed for this purpose.
A washroom is a room that contains a sink or washbasin for washing hands. It is often used in public places and businesses.
A restroom is another term that is often used in public places or businesses and can refer to either a men's or women's room. It can also include other fixtures such as urinals and stalls.
urinal: /jʊəˈraɪ.nəl/ a device, usually attached to a wall, into which men or boys can urinate, or a building which contains one or more of these devices
stall: a large table or a small shop with an open front from which goods are sold in a public place
A bathroom is a room that is typically used for bathing, showering, and grooming in addition to using the toilet. It is the most common term used in the US and it is used to refer to a room with a toilet and other fixtures like a bathtub or shower.
In short, a water closet is a specific type of toilet, a washroom is a room with sinks, a restroom is a public toilet and a bathroom is a room where you can do all the personal hygiene activities.
insomnia is very common in these days: /ɪnˈsɒm.ni.ə/ [n] the condition of being unable to sleep, over a period of time
in-: not
somnus: sleep
There's no instant way of finding a cure - it's just a process of trial and error: a way of achieving an aim or solving a problem by trying a number of different methods and learning from the mistakes that you make 反复试验
early birds vs night owls
circadian rhythm vs Adenosine sleep system: a chemical found in human cells.
circadian rhythm: /sɜːˈkeɪ.di.ən/ used to describe the processes in animals and plants that happen naturally during a 24-hour period. Ex: The authors discuss the evolutionary history of circadian systems in mammals, birds, insects, fungi, and bacteria.
circa-: about, around
Adenosine sleep system: /əˈdɛnə(ʊ)siːn/ an endogenous purine nucleoside that modulates many physiological processes. a compound consisting of adenine combined with ribose
endogenous : /enˈdɒdʒ.ɪ.nəs/ found or coming from within something, for example a system or a person's body or mind.
Ex: Endogenous insulin levels decrease over time in people with type 2 diabetes
nucleoside: /ˈnjuːklɪə(ʊ)ˌsʌɪd/ a compound (e.g. adenosine or cytidine) consisting of a purine or pyrimidine base linked to a sugar.
purine : /ˈp(j)ʊəriːn/ a colourless crystalline compound with basic properties, forming uric acid on oxidation.
without further ado: a lot of activity, worry, or excitement that is unnecessary or greater than the situation deserves 无需再费周折
décolletage : /deɪkɒlˈtɑːʒ/ the neckline of a dress cut low in the front or back and often across the shoulders. 低领
de-: away
collet: collar of a dress
neckline: the shape made by the edge of a dress or shirt at the front of the neck or on the chest: 领口
North Quad Dining Hall: (formal quadrangle) a square space outside with buildings on all four sides, especially in a school or college
quadrangle: /ˈkwɑdˌræŋ·ɡəl/ a flat shape with four straight sides:
On-Campus vs Off-Campus
Different houses
high-rise apartment: normally with many stores
low-rise walk-up apartment: Normally with 2-3 stores
landed house: normally with 1 storey only
He left the house just as the day was dawning: begin
dawn vs dusk (the time before night when it is not yet dark)
My desk is covered in/full of clutter: (a lot of objects in) a state of being untidy:
The sparseness of evidence makes it difficult to assess if there is any connection： the fact of being small in number or amount, often spread over a large area.
Exercise is supposed to speed up your metabolism: /məˈtæb.əl.ɪ.zəm/ all the chemical processes in your body, especially those that cause food to be used for energy and growth 代谢
meditation: /ˌmed.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/ the act of giving your attention to only one thing, either as a religious activity or as a way of becoming calm and relaxed. Ex: I left him deep in meditation.
rehydrate /ˌriː.haɪ.ˈdreɪt/
climactiv vs climatic
climactic : /klaɪˈmæk.tɪk/ forming or relating to the most important or exciting point in a story or situation, especially when this happens near the end. Ex: The film ends with a climactic battle scene.
climax-
climatic: /klaɪˈmæt.ɪk/ relating to general weather conditions
A glass of wine in the evening helps me to unwind after work: to relax and allow your mind to be free from worry after a period of work or some other activity that has made you worried:
A group of four teachers were delegated to represent their colleagues at the union conference: to choose or elect someone to speak, vote, etc. for a group, especially at a meeting:
we will be dimming the cabin lights for the landing: not giving or having much light
we are beginning our descent to London. Please set backs and tables should be returned to the upright position.
descent : /dɪˈsent/ a way down, such as a path, or an act of coming down
upright: straight up or vertical
we will be passing through the turbulence: /ˈtɜː.bjə.ləns/
we are currently cruising at an altitude of 33,000 feet: the activity of going on a journey on a large ship for pleasure, during which you visit several places:
we are currently third in line for take-off. 第三排/位
Are you in the queue for tickets?
I'm the purser: an officer on a ship who deals with the ship's accounts, or a person on a passenger ship or aircraft who is responsible for taking care of passengers 事务长
purser vs purse: wallet
The boss understands the difficulties we face here in the trenches: working in the most active and difficult parts of a job or business
All she gave him to eat was two minuscule pieces of toast： /ˈmɪn.ə.skjuːl/ extremely small
O level examinations (ordinary level) signify the end of students’ secondary education,
A level examinations (advanced level) signify the end of junior college.
When he does push-ups, he does 3 sets of 12 reps. [=repetitions]: /rep/ a motion or exercise that is repeated — usually plural
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pre-owned car: not new; having been owned in the past by someone else:二手车