Vocabulary Enrichment 64

THREE-DIMENSIONAL  
/ ˈθri dɪˈmɛn ʃə nl / [THREE-di-MEN-shuh-nl] (adj.) 
– referring to something that shows or has length, width, and depth

Example: Let me see the three-dimensional photo.
Additional info: It may also refer to something with features or qualities similar to that of a real person.

FROM SCRATCH 
/ frʌm skrætʃ / [fruhm skrach] (idiom) 
– describes something done by a person on his own instead of something pre-made

Example: The developers had to build the device from scratch.
Additional info: Scratch (v.) means to rub one’s skin with a slightly sharp object to relieve an itch.

INSTRUCTION 
/ ɪnˈstrʌk ʃən / [in-STRUHK-shuh n] (n.) 
– a set of directions on how to do something

Example: She gave me instructions on how to use my new tablet.
Additional info: Instruction may also mean a command or an order.

MAGNET 
/ ˈmæg nɪt / [MAG-nit] (n.) 
– a material that can attract some metals

Example: Speakers contain magnets.
Additional info: Photo of magnet attracting metals: http://previews.123rf.com/images/abhbah05/abhbah051207/abhbah05120700191/14587975-Isolated-horseshoe-magnet-attracting-metal-nails-and-screws--Stock-Photo.jpg

PRIMARY 
/ ˈpraɪ mɛr i / [PRAHY-mer-ee] (adj.) 
– main or first

Example: The company’s primary goal is to increase its sales.
Additional info: Its synonyms include chief and key.

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