Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First) - Sports & Fitness

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Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First)
course [noun]

an area of land or water used for races, sports, and other similar activities

Ex: The equestrian course featured a series of jumps and obstacles , testing both horse and rider 's agility and precision .
court [noun]

an area where people can play basketball, tennis, etc.

Ex: They spent the afternoon playing volleyball on the sandy court .

any sport or activity that involves high risk and adrenaline, often performed in challenging environments such as skydiving and hang gliding

Ex: Extreme sports require special training and equipment .
field [noun]

a piece of land used for playing a game or sport on

Ex: The field for football in our town is well maintained .
fitness [noun]

the state of being in good physical condition, typically as a result of regular exercise and proper nutrition

Ex: Her fitness level improved significantly after joining the local gym .
gym [noun]

a place with special equipment that people go to exercise or play sports

Ex: She joined a new gym near her house .

a sport that develops and displays one's agility, balance, coordination, and strength

Ex: Many schools offer gymnastics classes to help students develop coordination and balance .

to move on ice using special boots with metal blades attached to them

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lap [noun]

one complete circuit around a track or course

Ex: He lost his lead on the last lap .
penalty [noun]

(in games and sports) a disadvantage that a team or player is given for violating a rule

pitch [noun]

a flat ground prepared and marked for playing particular sports, such as soccer

Ex: The coach instructed the team to gather near the center of the pitch .
referee [noun]

an official who is in charge of a game, making sure the rules are obeyed by the players

Ex: As a former player , she decided to become a referee to stay involved in the sport she loved .
to row [verb]

to move a boat or other watercraft through water using oars or paddles

Ex: In the open sea , the experienced sailors rowed the lifeboat back to the ship .
to ski [verb]

to move on snow on two sliding bars that are worn on the feet

Ex: Families may gather to ski together during winter vacations in mountainous regions .

a person who watches sport competitions closely

Ex: The stadium was filled with spectators , all eagerly awaiting the start of the championship game .
squash [noun]

a game that involves two or more players, hitting a rubber ball against the walls of a closed court by a racket

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team [noun]

a group of people who compete against another group in a sport or game

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track [noun]

a course that is used for racing, usually round, and with multiple lanes

Ex: The track is made of synthetic material for better grip .
exercise [noun]

a mental or physical activity that helps keep our mind and body healthy

Ex: The doctor recommended more cardio exercise in my routine .
contest [noun]

a competition in which participants compete to defeat their opponents

Ex: The pie-eating contest drew a large crowd at the fair .

to do physical activities or sports to stay healthy and become stronger

Ex: I try to exercise regularly to keep fit .