[n] someone or something that watches or protects something
He acted as a guardian for his younger sister.
그는 여동생의 보호자로 행동했다.
generate
[v] to produce or create something
There are various ways to generate electricity.
전기를 발생시키는 다양한 방법들이 있다.
encounter
[v] to experience something or meet someone unexpectedly
The researchers encountered unexpected results.
연구원들은 예상치 못한 결과를 접했다.
excessive
[adj] greater than what seems reasonable or appropriate Excessive drinking can cause health problems.
과도한 음주는 건강 문제를 일으킬 수 있다.
atmosphere
[n] the mixture of gases that surrounds the Earth
The atmosphere protects us from harmful radiation.
대기는 우리를 유해한 방사선으로부터 보호한다.
contribute to
[v] to help to cause or bring about something
His misbelief contributed to this failure.
그의 잘못된 믿음은 이번 실패의 한 원인이 되었다.
greenhouse
[n] a building made of glass used for growing plants
Tom grows tomatoes in his greenhouse.
Tom은 자신의 온실에서 토마토를 재배한다.
result in
[v] to cause a particular situation to happen
The disease resulted in his death.
그 병은 그의 죽음을 야기했다.
gradual
[adj] happening slowly over a long period; not sudden
There was a gradual improvement in his health.
그의 건강은 서서히 개선되었다.
threaten
[v] to say or act as if you are going to do something bad
Rising sea levels threaten island nations.
해수면 상승은 섬나라들을 위협한다.
economical
[adj] not using a lot of money, fuel, etc.
It would be more economical to buy goods in bulk.
물건을 대량으로 사는 것이 더 경제적일 것이다.
creature
[n] a living thing that can move around, such as an animal
We should respect all living creatures.
우리는 모든 생명체를 존중해야 한다.
enormous
[adj] very big in size or in amount
She suffered enormous losses due to her business failure.
그녀는 사업 실패로 막대한 손실을 입었다.
incredibly
[adv] in a way that is very difficult to believe
The software update made the system incredibly efficient.
소프트웨어 업데이트는 그 시스템을 엄청나게 효율적으로 만들었다.
extremely
[adv] to a very great degree
Winning the lottery is extremely rare, but it does happen.
복권에 당첨되는 것은 극히 드물지만, 실제로 일어나긴 한다.
beneficial
[adj] having a helpful or useful effect
Cycling is beneficial for those who want to lose weight.
자전거 타기는 체중 감량을 원하는 사람들에게 유익하다.
absorb
[v] to take in a liquid, gas, or other substance from the surface or space around
Dark colors absorb more heat from the sun.
어두운색은 태양으로부터 더 많은 열을 흡수한다.
sink
[v] to go down below the surface of water
The boat began to sink after hitting the iceberg.
배는 빙산에 부딪힌 후 가라앉기 시작했다.
habitat
[n] the place where a particular type of animal or plant is normally found
The panda’s natural habitat is disappearing gradually.
판다의 자연 서식지가 점점 사라지고 있다.
permanently
[adv] always and forever
The decision will permanently affect the company.
그 결정은 회사에 영구적으로 영향을 미칠 것이다.
bury
[v] to put something into the ground and cover it
We found a perfect spot to bury the time capsule.
우리는 타임캡슐을 묻을 완벽한 장소를 찾았다.
vertical
[adj] pointing straight up from a surface
The cliff was almost vertical.
그 절벽은 거의 수직이었다.
circulate
[v] to move continuously around a place or system
The heart circulates blood in the body.
심장은 몸속에서 혈액을 순환시킨다.
nutrient
[n] a substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and life
Plants draw minerals and other nutrients from the soil.
식물은 토양에서 미네랄과 기타 영양분을 끌어온다.
prey
[n] an animal hunted or killed by another animal for food
The lion chased its prey across the savannah.
사자는 사바나를 가로질러 먹이를 쫓았다.
occasionally
[adv] sometimes but not often
We occasionally go hiking on weekends.
우리는 가끔 주말에 하이킹을 간다.
release
[v] to let something go or set something free
When a substance freezes, it releases energy.
물질이 얼 때 에너지가 방출된다.
microscopic
[adj] extremely small and difficult or impossible to see without a microscope Microscopic fibers in the air can trigger allergies.
공기 중의 미세 섬유는 알레르기를 유발할 수 있다.
oxygen
[n] a gas that is present in air and water and is necessary for life
Plants release oxygen during photosynthesis.
식물은 광합성 중에 산소를 방출한다.
photosynthesis
[n] the process by which green plants turn carbon dioxide and water into food when they are exposed to sunlight Photosynthesis converts sunlight into energy.
광합성은 햇빛을 에너지로 전환한다.
estimate
[v] to guess or calculate the cost, size, value, etc. of something
The journey time is estimated to be three hours.
여행 시간은 3시간으로 추정된다.
be equivalent to
[v] to have the same amount, value, purpose, qualities, etc.
A mile is equivalent to about 1.6 kilometers.
1마일은 대략 1.6킬로미터에 해당한다.
stir
[v] to mix something by making circular movements with an object such as a spoon Stir the sauce gently until it begins to boil.
소스가 끓기 시작할 때까지 부드럽게 저어라.
promote
[v] to help something to increase or develop
The company devised some ideas to promote sales.
그 회사는 판매를 촉진하기 위해 몇 가지 아이디어를 고안했다.
horizontally
[adv] in a way that is across and parallel to the ground
The branches grow horizontally on this pine tree.
이 소나무의 나뭇가지는 수평으로 자란다.
mammal
[n] any animal that gives birth to live young, not eggs, and feeds its young on milk
Humans, dogs, elephants, and dolphins are all mammals.
인간, 개, 코끼리와 돌고래는 모두 포유동물이다.
migrate
[v] to move from one part of the world to another according to the season
Some birds migrate south in winter.
일부 새들은 겨울에 남쪽으로 이동한다.
approach
[v] to come near or closer to something or someone
The deadline for submissions was approaching.
제출 마감일이 다가왔다.
breed
[v] to produce young animals or plants
Most kangaroos can breed throughout the year.
대부분의 캥거루는 1년 내내 새끼를 낳을 수 있다.
relatively
[adv] compared to other similar things
The test was relatively easy compared to the last one.
그 시험은 이전 시험에 비해 비교적 쉬웠다.
scarce
[adj] not easy to find or get
Food and clean water were becoming scarce.
식량과 깨끗한 물이 부족해지고 있었다.
eat one’s fill
to eat to one’s satisfaction, until full
Please eat your fill. There’s plenty for everyone.
양껏 드세요. 모두를 위해 많은 양이 있어요.
combat
[v] to try to stop something unpleasant or harmful from happening or increasing
I have to combat this desire to eat chocolate.
나는 초콜릿을 먹고 싶은 이 욕망과 싸워야 한다.
at risk
in a dangerous situation or status
Forests are at risk of wildfires during the dry season.
삼림은 건기에 산불의 위험에 처해 있다.
commercial
[adj] related to making money by buying and selling things
All commercial fishing is prohibited here.
이곳에서는 모든 상업적인 어업이 금지되어 있다.
ban
[v] to decide or say officially that something is not allowed
The law bans smoking in all public places.
법률상 모든 공공장소에서의 흡연을 금지한다.
population
[n] the number of people or animals living in a particular area
Wildlife populations are threatened by habitat loss.
야생 동물 개체 수는 서식지 상실로 인해 위협받고 있다.
decade
[n] a period of ten years
They’ve been friends for more than a decade.
그들은 10년 넘게 친구로 지내 왔다.
cost-efficient
[adj] providing good value for the amount of money something costs
Using solar panels is a cost-efficient way to power your home.
태양 전지판을 사용하는 것은 집에 전력을 공급하는 비용면에서 효율적인 방법이다.
address
[v] to deal with
The government plans to address economic hardship.
정부는 경제적 어려움을 처리할 계획이다.
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