English File - Advanced - Lesson 8A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 8A in the English File Advanced coursebook, such as "bruise", "heart attack", "rash", etc.

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health [noun]

the general condition of a person's mind or body

Ex: Mental health is just as important as physical health and should be prioritized in our daily lives .

medicine [noun]

the field of science that is concerned with treating injuries and diseases

Ex: The field of medicine encompasses various specialties , including surgery , pediatrics , and psychiatry , each focusing on different aspects of patient care .

bruise [noun]

an injury on the skin that appears as a dark mark, caused by a blow involving the rupture of vessels underneath

Ex: She applied ice to the bruise on her leg to reduce swelling and alleviate some of the pain from the impact .

rash [noun]

a part of one's skin covered with red spots, which is usually caused by a sickness or an allergic reaction

Ex: Common types of rashes include eczema , contact dermatitis , heat rash , and viral rashes like measles or chickenpox .

blister [noun]

a swollen area on the skin filled with liquid, caused by constant rubbing or by burning

Ex: Common causes of blisters include wearing ill-fitting shoes , repetitive friction from tools or sports equipment , or exposure to heat .

side effect [noun]

a secondary effect of any drug or medicine, usually an undesirable one

Ex: After taking the antibiotic , he experienced a mild side effect in the form of an upset stomach , prompting him to call his healthcare provider for advice .

small [adjective]

minor or limited in extent, intensity, or amount

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cut [noun]

the action of opening or penetrating a surface with a sharp edge

Ex: With a single cut , the tailor removed the excess fabric .

deep [adjective]

having a great distance from the surface to the bottom

Ex: The hole they dug in the garden was deep enough to plant the tree securely .

throat infection [noun]

an inflammation of the throat that is typically caused by a viral or bacterial infection

Ex: Symptoms of a throat infection can include redness , swelling , and white patches on the tonsils , along with fever and fatigue .

sprain [noun]

a painful injury resulting in the sudden twist of a bone or joint, particularly one's wrist or ankles

Ex: Rest and ice are important for recovery from a sprain , along with gentle stretching exercises .

ankle [noun]

the joint that connects the foot to the leg

Ex: He wore a brace to support his injured ankle .

broken [adjective]

(of a thing) physically divided into pieces, because of being damaged, dropped, etc.

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arm [noun]

one of the two body parts that is connected to the shoulder and ends with fingers

Ex: She carries the heavy grocery bags with one arm .

cold [adjective]

having a temperature lower than the human body's average temperature

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flu [noun]

an infectious disease similar to a bad cold, causing fever and severe pain

Ex: He has a high fever ; it might be the flu .

food poisoning [noun]

an illness resulting from the consumption of food or water contaminated with bacteria

Ex: Common causes of food poisoning include bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli found in improperly handled food .

heart attack [noun]

a medical emergency that happens when blood flow to the heart is suddenly blocked, which is fatal in some cases

Ex: After his heart attack , he made significant lifestyle changes to improve his health .

to stroke [verb]

to rub gently or caress an animal's fur or hair

Ex: The horse leaned into the rider 's touch as he continued to stroke its mane after the ride .

general practitioner [noun]

a physician who is not a specialist but treats people with acute and chronic illnesses who live in a particular area

Ex: Many people rely on their general practitioner for routine check-ups and vaccinations , as they serve as the first point of contact in the healthcare system .

specialist [noun]

a doctor who is highly trained in a particular area of medicine

Ex: The specialist provided detailed advice on managing the rare disease based on their extensive research .

surgeon [noun]

a doctor who performs medical operation

Ex: The surgeon used advanced techniques to repair the fractured bone during the procedure .

psychiatrist [noun]

a medical doctor who specializes in the treatment of mental illnesses or behavioral disorders

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simile [noun]

a word or phrase that compares two things or people, highlighting the similarities, often introduced by 'like' or 'as'

Ex: Through the simile " as brave as a lion , " the writer characterizes the hero 's courage and valor in the face of danger .

(as|) stubborn as a mule [phrase]

used to describe someone who refuses to change their opinion or chosen course of action

Ex: She 's as stubborn as a mule when it comes to trying new foods , sticking to her familiar favorites without any willingness to explore different flavors .

(as|) deaf as a post [phrase]

completely lacking the ability to hear sounds

Ex: Despite his friends shouting his name repeatedly , Mark remained oblivious , completely deaf as a post to their calls for attention .

(as|) blind as a bat [phrase]

used to refer to someone who is unable to see well

Ex: The room was dark , and he was as blind as a bat trying to find the light switch .

(as|) fit as a fiddle [phrase]

used to refer to someone who is very healthy and in good physical condition

Ex: After months of training , John felt fit as a fiddle and ready to participate in the marathon .

(as|) thin as a rake [phrase]

used to refer to someone who is extremely thin, often in an unhealthy way

Ex: Despite his love for food , Peter remains thin as a rake due to his high metabolism .

to [eat] like a (horse|pig) [phrase]

to eat an excessive amount of food

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(as|) good as gold [phrase]

used to describe a very well-behaved and obedient individual, especially a child

Ex: The children were as good as gold , waiting patiently at the entrance .

(as|) tough as (old|) boots [phrase]

(of a person) not easily broken, weakened, or defeated

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(as|) (hard|tough) as nails [phrase]

a tough person who is not easily affected by emotions

Ex: The boxer 's training regimen was intense , making him hard as nails in the ring .

to [sleep] like a dog [phrase]

to sleep in a way that one cannot be easily woken up

Ex: After spending the whole weekend relaxing , she felt refreshed and ready to take on the week , having slept like a dog .

to [drink] like a fish [phrase]

to drink too much of alcoholic drinks on a regular basis

Ex: After the stressful week he had , he decided to relax and drink like a fish with his friends at the bar .

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