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Computer Vocabulary

Analog computer A computer that uses moving parts to show changing information Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) The component of a Central Processing Unit (CPU) responsible for the performance of arithmetic and logical operations Artificial...

Colour Idioms

Idioms and phrases using red A “red-letter day” is one of special importance and good fortune. To “paint the town red” is to celebrate. To “see red” is to be angry. A “red herring”...

Collocations In English

Collocations are conventional word combinations that sound natural to native English speakers. For example, we say a golden opportunity, but not a golden chance. Similarly, we say ‘thanks a lot’, but not ‘thank you...

By The Way And Incidentally

By the way and incidentally are used to introduce something that is not directly connected with the conversation. I met John yesterday and we talked about his new projects. Oh, by the way, he...

Awake And Wake Differences

In British English, the verbs awake and wake are irregular. Awake – awoke – awoken (GB and US) Wake – woke – woken (GB and US) In American English, these verbs can be regular....

Avenge And Revenge Differences

Revenge and avenge are often confused. Avenge means ‘get or take vengeance for’. To avenge my father is to punish someone who has hurt my father. I must avenge my father. We must avenge...