articulation; diction; age of a horse/ox/donkey
Meanings
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articulation; pronunciation; clarity of speech
Focuses on the mechanics and clarity of speaking, such as enunciation and fluency.
This stage actor has exceptionally clear articulation; every word reaches the back row.
Although he was a bit nervous, his speech was still fluent, and he answered the question very thoroughly.
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A good broadcaster must have the basic skill of clear articulation.
He had a stutter when he was young, but after training, his speech became fluent.
noun
age (of a horse, ox, donkey, mule, etc.)
technicalA specialized term in animal husbandry, often used by traders or farmers to determine an animal's age by examining its teeth.
An experienced horse trader can tell how old a horse is just by looking at its teeth.
This donkey is still young in terms of its teeth; it's just the right age for work.
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When buying an ox, you need to look at its teeth and physical condition.