Cambridge English : CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Objets et matériaux

an accessory or addition to something more important

the clothes that someone is wearing for a special occasion

a heavy substance placed in a ship's hull or an airship's tanks to lower its center of gravity and counteract unwanted tilting, rolling, or drifting

a richly decorative fabric characterized by raised patterns

a decorative ornament, often metal set with gems or enamel, fastened to clothing by a hinged pin and catch

a large pot, often made of metal and equipped with handles, used for boiling liquids like water or soup

a glass vessel, typically with a wide body and narrow neck, used for serving wine, water, or juice without a stopper

clothing or garments, especially when considered in terms of fashion or formal attire

a low platform at the front of a room, hall, or stage on which speakers or honored guests stand, sit, or are displayed

a rich, durable cloth woven so that the design appears on both sides, traditionally used for fine apparel and home furnishings

a large, imposing building, especially one that is impressive in size or appearance

a thin layer of wood that is applied to the surface of a less expensive wood to improve its appearance or durability

a musical installation composed of multiple tuned bells, typically arranged in a tower and sounded via a clavier or automated mechanism

the frame of a vehicle that supports the body and other components

a pipe, tube, or channel that is used to protect, enclose, or route electrical wires, cables, or other utilities for the purpose of safe and organized transmission