Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary) - Household

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

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

Ex:

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

Ex: He found an antique chest of drawers at the flea market that was perfect for their bedroom .
kettle [noun]

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

Ex: He poured hot water from the kettle into his tea cup .
bin [noun]

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

Ex: Please put your litter in the bin provided .
heating [noun]

a system that provides a room or building with warmth

Ex: The heating comes on automatically when the temperature drops below 20 degrees .
brand-new [adjective]

having never been used or worn before

Ex: He wore a brand-new suit to the important job interview .
cushion [noun]

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

Ex: They added cushions to the outdoor furniture to make it more comfortable for lounging .

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

Ex: The dishwasher is energy-efficient , saving water and electricity .
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: The duvet cover is easy to remove and wash , keeping the bedding fresh and clean .

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

Ex: He was amazed at how the microwave could cook a potato in just a few minutes .
mirror [noun]

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

Ex: The bathroom mirror was foggy from the steam of the hot shower .
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: The rug in front of the fireplace provides a comfortable spot to sit .
wardrobe [noun]

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

Ex: He opened the wardrobe to find a jacket for the evening .
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: She uses a brush to style her long , flowing hair .

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

Ex:
antique [noun]

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

Ex: The museum curator carefully cataloged each antique in the exhibit .
basin [noun]

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

Ex: He cleaned the basin thoroughly to remove soap scum and toothpaste stains .
blind [noun]

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

Ex: The blinds in the living room were adjusted to let in just a little light .

a board on which messages can be posted for public viewing

Ex: The community notice board displayed posters for local activities and meetings .
dustbin [noun]

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

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

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

Ex: Many families create a chore chart to ensure that everyone shares the responsibility for housework .
iron [noun]

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

Ex: The iron removes wrinkles from the fabric and makes it smooth .
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 .

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

Ex: He installed a retractable clothesline on the balcony of his apartment .
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: The soft sheet felt comforting as she curled up in bed with a good book .
switch [noun]

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

Ex: He accidentally bumped into the switch , turning off the power to the computer .
bucket [noun]

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

Ex: The old barn had a leaky roof , so they placed buckets underneath to catch the rainwater .
bulb [noun]

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

Ex: The chandelier has ten bulbs .
candle [noun]

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

Ex: The flickering candle cast dancing shadows on the wall as they enjoyed a romantic dinner .

a system that provides a building with warm water and temperature

Ex: The central heating kept every room of the house evenly warm .
handle [noun]

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

Ex:
heater [noun]

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

Ex: The heater makes a humming sound when it 's on .
mug [noun]

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

Ex: He cherished his old , chipped mug , a relic from his college days that held sentimental value .
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 factory used a series of pipes to transport chemicals safely .
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: He needed a new adapter to fit the plug into the European socket .

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

Ex: She bought a new remote control for her smart TV to access all its features .
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 sailors coiled the rope neatly on the deck .
lock [noun]

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

Ex: She clicked the lock shut on the suitcase before boarding the plane .