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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary)
cabinet
cabinet
[noun]

a piece of furniture with shelves or drawers for storing or displaying things

Ex: The cabinet doors are made of glass, allowing us to see inside. 
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chest of drawers

a piece of furniture consisted of a number of drawers primarily used for keeping clothing

Ex: She stored her clothes neatly in the chest of drawers by the bed. 
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kettle
kettle
[noun]

a container with a handle, lid, and spout that is used for boiling water

Ex: She filled the kettle with water and put it on the stove. 
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bin
bin
[noun]

a container, usually with a lid, for putting waste in

Ex: She threw the empty can into the recycling bin. 
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heating
heating
[noun]

a system that provides a room or building with warmth

Ex: In our country, heating is essential during the cold months. 
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brand-new
brand-new
[Adjective]

having never been used or worn before

Ex: He proudly displayed his brand-new bicycle, still shiny and untouched. 
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cushion
cushion
[noun]

a bag made of cloth that is filled with soft material, used for leaning or sitting on

Ex: She fluffed up the cushions on the sofa for added comfort. 
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dishwasher

an electric machine that is used to clean dishes, spoons, cups, etc.

Ex: He pressed the "start" button on the dishwasher and walked away. 
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duvet
duvet
[noun]

a cover for one's bed that is made of two layers of cloth and is filled with feathers, cotton, or other soft materials

Ex: She slipped into her cozy bed and pulled the duvet up to her chin for a restful night's sleep. 
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microwave
microwave
[noun]

a kitchen appliance that uses electricity to quickly heat or cook food

Ex: She quickly heated up leftovers in the microwave for a quick lunch before heading back to work. 
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mirror
mirror
[noun]

a flat surface made of glass that people can see themselves in

Ex: He adjusted his tie while gazing into the mirror above the dresser. 
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rug
rug
[noun]

something we use to cover or decorate a part of the floor that is usually made of thick materials or animal skin

Ex: I rolled up the rug to clean the floor underneath it. 
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wardrobe
wardrobe
[noun]

a piece of furniture that is large and is used for hanging and storing clothes

Ex: She hung her dresses neatly inside the spacious wardrobe. 
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brush
brush
[noun]

an object that has hair or thin pieces of plastic or wood attached to a handle that we use for making our hair tidy

Ex: I usually use a brush with natural bristles to distribute oils in my hair. 
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air conditioning

a system that controls the temperature and humidity in a house, car, etc.

Ex: The A/C kept the house cool during the scorching summer heat. 
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antique
antique
[noun]

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

Ex: The collector's favorite antique was a Victorian-era phonograph. 
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basin
basin
[noun]

a fixed bathroom sink with running water, used for washing hands and face

Ex: She washed her hands in the basin after coming in from the garden. 
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blind
blind
[noun]

a type of window covering, often made of cloth, that can be rolled up and down

Ex: She lowered the blind to block out the bright sunlight. 
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notice board

a board on which messages can be posted for public viewing

Ex: The new schedule was pinned to the notice board in the hallway. 
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dustbin
dustbin
[noun]

an large plastic or metal container that is kept outside for garbage to be stored and possibly recycled

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high fidelity

a high-quality audio system designed to faithfully reproduce sound with accuracy and clarity

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housework
housework
[noun]

regular work done in a house, especially cleaning, washing, etc.

Ex: She spent the afternoon doing housework, including dusting, vacuuming, and doing laundry. 
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iron
iron
[noun]

a piece of equipment with a heated flat metal base, used to smooth clothes

Ex: My sister taught me a handy trick to iron collars and cuffs. 
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jug
jug
[noun]

a deep round container with a handle and a very narrow opening that is used for keeping liquids, usually has a stopper or cap

Ex: With a smile, the bartender filled our jug with frothy beer, signaling the start of a festive evening. 
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clothesline

a long rope or wire that washed clothes are hung on in order to get dried

Ex: She hung the laundry on the clothesline to dry in the sun. 
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sheet
sheet
[noun]

a large, thin, and rectangular piece of cloth that is spread on a bed to lie under or on top of it

Ex: She changed the bed sheets every week to keep her bedroom feeling fresh and clean. 
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switch
switch
[noun]

something such as a button or key that turns a machine, lamp, etc. on or off

Ex: She pressed the switch to turn on the light in the room. 
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bucket
bucket
[noun]

a round open container, made of plastic or metal, with a handle used for keeping or carrying things

Ex: The painter dipped his brush into the bucket of paint to start working on the walls. 
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bulb
bulb
[noun]

a glass enclosure containing a filament or other light-emitting element, producing illumination when electrically powered

Ex: The light bulb in the hallway burned out. 
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candle
candle
[noun]

a block or stick of wax with a string inside that can be lit to produce light

Ex: She lit a scented candle to create a cozy atmosphere in the room. 
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central heating

a system that provides a building with warm water and temperature

Ex: The central heating system kicked in as soon as the temperature dropped outside. 
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handle
handle
[noun]

a part of an object designed to be held for use, control, or movement

Ex: The suitcase has a sturdy handle for easy carrying. 
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heater
heater
[noun]

a piece of equipment that produces heat to warm a place or increase the temperature of water

Ex: She turned on the heater to warm up the room. 
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mug
mug
[noun]

a large cup which is typically used for drinking hot beverages like coffee, tea, or hot chocolate

Ex: She sipped her morning coffee from a favorite ceramic mug adorned with colorful flowers. 
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pipe
pipe
[noun]

a cylindrical hollow tube or conduit typically made of metal, plastic, or other materials, used for the transportation of fluids, gases, or other substances from one place to another

Ex: The plumber installed a new pipe to ensure the water flowed smoothly. 
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plug
plug
[noun]

a device consisted of two or three metal pins that can connect a piece of electrical equipment to a power supply when fitted into the holes of an electric outlet

Ex: She inserted the plug into the outlet to charge her phone. 
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remote control

a small device that lets you control electrical or electronic devices like TVs from a distance

Ex: He pressed the button on the remote control to pause the movie. 
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rope
rope
[noun]

a long, flexible cord made by twisting together strands of fibers, wire, or other material, used for tying, pulling, or supporting things

Ex: The climber tied the rope securely before beginning the ascent. 
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lock
lock
[noun]

a device that firmly fastens a door, closet, etc. and usually needs a key to be opened

Ex: He turned the key in the lock to secure the front door before leaving. 
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