appearance

🇺🇸 /əˈpɪrəns/ 🇬🇧 /əˈpɪərəns/
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noun
A2

how someone or something looks

The dog's appearance was similar to a spaniel.

B2

when someone or something arrives unexpectedly

The sudden appearance of the guard made them run.

B2

when something starts to exist or be seen

The appearance of organic food in stores was welcomed.

R

being in public as a performer or in court

His first appearance for the team was impressive.

R

being published or shown in media

The appearance of the news story caused a stir.

translation

n. how someone or something looks; when someone or something arrives unexpectedly; when something starts to exist or be seen; being in public as a performer or in court; being published or shown in media

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