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ACT Angličtina a Světové Znalosti - Technické předměty

Zde se naučíte některá anglická slova související s technickými předměty, jako je „kanoe“, „počítadlo kilometrů“, „kyvadlo“ atd., která vám pomohou dosáhnout úspěchu ve vašich ACT.

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ACT Vocabulary for English and World Knowledge
antique
[Podstatné jméno]

an object from an earlier time, considered valuable due to its historical significance, craftsmanship, or rarity

antika, starožitnost

antika, starožitnost

Ex: The museum curator carefully cataloged antique in the exhibit .
quill
[Podstatné jméno]

a writing tool made from a bird feather, typically the large flight feather of a goose or swan, with a sharpened end

brk, peroch

brk, peroch

Ex: The museum displayed antique desks quills and inkwells as historical artifacts .
vane
[Podstatné jméno]

a flat or curved object, often made of metal or plastic, designed to catch or direct airflow, typically used in weather vanes, turbines, or aircraft

větrná korouhvička, vane

větrná korouhvička, vane

Ex: Meteorologists vane readings to predict weather patterns accurately .
pendulum
[Podstatné jméno]

a device with a long thin bar and a weight at the end that swings side to side to keep a clock working

kyvadlo, zavěšené těleso

kyvadlo, zavěšené těleso

ratchet
[Podstatné jméno]

a round metal part that rotates in one direction and locks in the opposite direction, used on art tools such as paintbrush handles or adjustable clamps

zuby, klapka

zuby, klapka

barb
[Podstatné jméno]

a sharp projection or point, typically found on wire fencing, designed to deter and hinder passage or intrusion

hrot,  ostří

hrot, ostří

Ex: The prisoner attempted to escape but was caught on barbs of the perimeter fence .
rushlight
[Podstatné jméno]

a simple lighting device from earlier times, consisting of a rush stem soaked in fat or grease, used as a makeshift candle

ruská svíčka, svíce z rákosu

ruská svíčka, svíce z rákosu

Ex: Historians rushlights to understand lighting methods before the advent of modern candles .
lathe
[Podstatné jméno]

a machine tool that rotates a workpiece so one can shape it by cutting, sanding, or drilling

soustruh, stroj na obrábění

soustruh, stroj na obrábění

Ex: In the workshop , lathe is an essential tool for manufacturing components such as shafts , pulleys , and bushings .
starter kit
[Podstatné jméno]

a package or set of basic items or tools assembled to help someone get started with a particular activity

startovací sada, úvodní balíček

startovací sada, úvodní balíček

buttress
[Podstatné jméno]

a protruding structure that supports a building or wall and is made out of bricks or stones

opora, podpora

opora, podpora

Ex: The Gothic revival mansion had buttresses that added a sense of drama and verticality to its façade , evoking the spirit of medieval architecture .
linen
[Podstatné jméno]

cloth that is made from the fibers of a plant called flax, used to make fine clothes, etc.

plátno, len

plátno, len

Ex: The table was elegantly set with linen tablecloth , adding a touch of sophistication to the dinner party .
aqueduct
[Podstatné jméno]

a channel or pipeline used to transport water over a long distance, usually from a remote source to a town or city

akvadukt, vodovod

akvadukt, vodovod

Ex: Villagers relied on aqueduct for their daily supply of water .
viaduct
[Podstatné jméno]

a long, elevated structure that carries a railway or road across a valley or river, typically held up by a series of arches

viadukt, mostní konstrukce

viadukt, mostní konstrukce

Ex: Maintenance crews inspected viaduct regularly to ensure its structural integrity and safety for travelers .
pillar
[Podstatné jméno]

an upright, tall, and strong structure made of stone, metal, or wood that provides support for a part of a building such as the roof

sloup, pilíř

sloup, pilíř

processor
[Podstatné jméno]

(computing) the part of a computer by which all programs work

procesor, výpočetní jednotka

procesor, výpočetní jednotka

Ex: He upgraded his PC with a more processor to handle demanding software and games .
oscilloscope
[Podstatné jméno]

an electronic instrument used to graphically display and analyze voltage signals over time, showing the waveform's amplitude, frequency, and other characteristics

osciloskop, oscilační přístroj

osciloskop, oscilační přístroj

Ex: oscilloscope's screen displayed a clear waveform of the audio signal from the microphone .
odometer
[Podstatné jméno]

a device in a vehicle that measures the distance traveled by counting the number of rotations of a vehicle's wheels

tachometr, kměření

tachometr, kměření

Ex: odometer reset to zero after the vehicle 's battery was replaced .
paraphernalia
[Podstatné jméno]

a collection of various equipment used for a particular task

výbava, potřeby

výbava, potřeby

munition
[Podstatné jméno]

weapons and ammunition used for military or defense purposes, including firearms, bombs, grenades, and missiles

munice, výzbroj

munice, výzbroj

Ex: The storage facility housed various types of ammunition, carefully monitored for safety.
torpedo
[Podstatné jméno]

an explosive device placed on railroad tracks, activated by passing trains to warn engineers of potential dangers ahead

torpédo, výstražné zařízení

torpédo, výstražné zařízení

Ex: Startled by torpedo's sharp report , the engineer swiftly brought the locomotive to a halt to investigate the track ahead .
payload
[Podstatné jméno]

the specific equipment or materials carried by a vehicle for a particular purpose

náklad, přepravní zátěž

náklad, přepravní zátěž

Ex: The airplanepayload included medical supplies for humanitarian missions .
anchor
[Podstatné jméno]

a heavy object, usually made of metal, designed to secure a vessel or structure firmly to the bottom of a body of water to prevent drifting

kotva, železná kotva

kotva, železná kotva

Ex: The harbor master inspected anchor before granting clearance for the ship to dock .
helix
[Podstatné jméno]

a spiral shape that looks like a coil, often seen in things like springs, screws, or some types of antennas

helix, spirála

helix, spirála

Ex: The part of a corkscrew that removes corks is helix.
console
[Podstatné jméno]

an electronic device used for playing video games on a television or display screen

herní konzole, konzole

herní konzole, konzole

Ex: They spent the weekend playing multiplayer games on consoles.
drone
[Podstatné jméno]

a flying vehicle such as an aircraft that is controlled from afar and has no pilot

drón, bezpilotní letoun

drón, bezpilotní letoun

Ex: Hobbyists enjoy drones in open spaces , practicing maneuvers and capturing videos from above .
foam
[Podstatné jméno]

a light and airy material made by trapping gas bubbles in a solid or liquid substance during production

pěna, polyuretanová pěna

pěna, polyuretanová pěna

Ex: The artist sculpted a model foam for its lightweight and easy shaping properties .
replica
[Podstatné jméno]

an exact or very close copy of an object, often made to resemble the original in appearance and function

replika, kopie

replika, kopie

Ex: The collector cherished replica of a rare coin , as the original was too valuable to possess .
vessel
[Podstatné jméno]

any vehicle designed for travel across or through water

plavidlo, plavidlo pro náklad

plavidlo, plavidlo pro náklad

Ex: The vessel embarked on an expedition to study marine life in the Antarctic waters .
canoe
[Podstatné jméno]

a narrow boat that is light and has pointed ends, which can be moved using paddles

kánoe, canoe

kánoe, canoe

Ex: canoe race attracted participants from all over the region , showcasing skill and endurance on the water .
submersible
[Podstatné jméno]

a specialized underwater vehicle designed to operate and navigate beneath the surface of water, typically used for exploration, research, or marine activities

potápěčské vozidlo, submersibilní zařízení

potápěčské vozidlo, submersibilní zařízení

Ex: The company developed a submersible for offshore oil exploration in deep waters .
hull
[Podstatné jméno]

the main body or framework of a ship or boat, typically the outer shell that provides buoyancy and protects against water

trup, kůl

trup, kůl

Ex: The shipyard workers painted hull of the cargo ship before its voyage across the Atlantic .
vellum
[Podstatné jméno]

a type of parchment made from animal skin, typically calfskin, used for writing or printing

rúno, parchament

rúno, parchament

projectile
[Podstatné jméno]

an object, often a missile or bullet, propelled through the air by force, typically for military or scientific purposes

projektil, dělostřelecký projektil

projektil, dělostřelecký projektil

Ex: The tank fired projectiles to penetrate enemy armor .
trowel
[Podstatné jméno]

a hand tool with a flat, pointed, or rounded blade used for applying and spreading mortar, plaster, or other similar materials onto surfaces such as walls, floors, or ceilings during masonry or tile work

lopatka, stěrka

lopatka, stěrka

hoist
[Podstatné jméno]

a mechanical device used for lifting and lowering heavy objects or materials vertically

výtah, zvedák

výtah, zvedák

contraption
[Podstatné jméno]

a device or machine that is often unusual or complicated, made for a specific job

zřízení, vynález

zřízení, vynález

Ex: She used a contraption to hang her laundry on the line efficiently , despite the windy weather .
waterwheel
[Podstatné jméno]

a mechanical device powered by flowing or falling water, typically used to generate mechanical power for tasks such as grinding grain or pumping water

vodní kolo, vodní mlýn

vodní kolo, vodní mlýn

Ex: The tour guide explained how waterwheel operated to visitors at the living history museum .
linotype
[Podstatné jméno]

an innovative device used in printing, casting individual lines of type from molten metal, significantly advancing the efficiency of typesetting

linotyp, linotypový stroj

linotyp, linotypový stroj

Ex: Writers and editors relied on the efficiency of linotype to meet strict publishing deadlines .
stratum
[Podstatné jméno]

a distinct layer or level within a system, often conceived as having depth or hierarchy

vrstva, stratum

vrstva, stratum

Ex: Within the realm of academia , there exists stratum of intellectual discourse , where scholars engage in rigorous debate and research .
gauge
[Podstatné jméno]

a measuring instrument or device used to determine the size, capacity, amount, or extent of something

měřidlo, ukazatel

měřidlo, ukazatel

Ex: She checked the fuel gauge in the car to see if it needed refueling.
brocade
[Podstatné jméno]

a richly decorative fabric characterized by raised patterns

brokát, brokátová látka

brokát, brokátová látka

Ex: The designer brocade fabric to create a glamorous evening coat .
caulk
[Podstatné jméno]

a flexible material, often in the form of a sealant or filler, used to seal gaps, joints, or cracks in various surfaces, such as walls, windows, or pipes, to prevent air, water, or pests from entering or escaping

tmel, tmely

tmel, tmely

tarp
[Podstatné jméno]

a large sheet of strong, flexible material, typically made of canvas or polyethylene, used to protect or cover objects from weather or debris

plachta, tarpaulin

plachta, tarpaulin

Ex: tarp was draped over the boat to shield it from the elements while docked .
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