Scissors

Scissors (Noun)
Syllable division: scis·​sors
How to pronounce: UK: /ˈsɪz.əz/ US: /ˈsɪz.ɚz/

British VS American Pronunciation of the word Scissors

Meaning: A tool with two sharp blades linked in the middle, two handles with openings for your fingers, and is used to cut items like paper, cloth, and hair.
Example:
> We should get some new scissors for the kitchen.
> Would you mind passing me a pair of scissors please?

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Plaque

Plaque (Noun)
Syllable division: plaque
How to pronounce: UK: /plɑːk/ /plæk/ US: /plæk/

British VS American Pronunciation of the word Plaque

#1 Meaning: A flat writing-covered piece of metal, stone, wood, or plastic fastened to a door, wall, or other item.
Example:
> He felt proud when they finally put his name on the golden plaque outside the office.

#2 Meaning: A bacteria-filled material that develops on the surface of teeth.
Example:
> It is important to go to the dentist to remove plaque from your teeth every once in a while.

#3 Meaning: A tiny, elevated spot on a surface inside the body that is frequently brought on by the formation of material or by the substance itself.
Example:
> You need to exercise and live a healthy lifestyle to prevent fatty plaque from forming in your body.

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Pliers

Pliers (Noun)
Syllable division: pli·​ers
How to pronounce: UK: /ˈplaɪ.əz/ US: /ˈplaɪ.ɚz/

British VS American Pronunciation of the word Pliers

Meaning: A little tool with two handles that can be used for cutting wire or grasping small objects like nails.
Example:
> Please hand me the pliers.
> I need to buy a pair of pliers.

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Pasteurize

Pasteurize (Verb)
Syllable division: pas·​teur·​ize
How to pronounce: UK: /ˈpɑːs.tʃər.aɪz/ US: /ˈpæs.tʃə.raɪz/

British VS American Pronunciation of the word Pasteurize.

Meaning: To sterilize something by heating it, particularly milk, to a set temperature for a set amount of time.
Example:
> Do not drink milk that hasn't been pasteurized.
> Cheese goes through a special process when being pasteurized.

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Ambulance

Ambulance (Noun)
Syllable division: am·​bu·​lance
How to pronounce: UK: /ˈæm.bjə.ləns/ US: /ˈæm.bjə.ləns/

British VS American Pronunciation of the word Ambulance

Meaning: A specific vehicle used to transport patients to hospitals.
Example:
> I think that we should call an ambulance if the bleeding doesn't stop in the next minute or two.
> He is a very good ambulance driver.

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Communication

Communication (Noun)
Syllable division: com·​mu·​ni·​ca·​tion
How to pronounce: UK: /kəˌmjuː.nɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/ US: /kəˌmjuː.nəˈkeɪ.ʃən/

British VS American Pronunciation of the word Communication

#1 Meaning: The act of interacting with others.
Example:
> People have very little face-to-face communication with each other nowadays.

#2 Meaning: A notification, message, or note.
Example:
> I received your communication about next week's meeting.

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