C1
quarry vs query
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| quarrynoun/ˈkwɔːr.i/ | Meaning a large hole in the ground where stone or sand is dug out; also an animal or person being hunted | Goes with stone quarry | Example Dust from the stone quarry covers the fields around the village. |
| queryverb/ˈkwɪr.i/ | Meaning to ask questions about something, especially because you doubt it; also to search a database | Goes with query the database | Example The app lets you query the database using simple English sentences. |
Which word fits?
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