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English Word of the Day: 189 device - noun

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Word of the Day:

device - noun - pronunciation link

Definition

a piece of equipment made for a special purpose

Example Sentences

She purchased an audio device to record the conversations.
This device will allow you to take out corks. What is it?

Quiz of the Day - Verb Followed by Preposition:

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Verb Followed by Preposition

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English for Legal Purposes - Core Vocabulary

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