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Headway - Beginner - Unit 12

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 12 in the Headway Beginner coursebook, such as "bottle", "diet", "push", etc.

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diet
diet
[noun]

the types of food or drink that people or animals usually consume

Ex: The cat's diet mainly consisted of dry kibble and occasional wet food for variety. 
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pate
pate
[noun]

a cold paste made from ground meat, fish, or vegetables, often spiced and served as an appetizer

Ex: Pate is a classic component of French cuisine. 
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apple pie
apple pie
[noun]

a dessert with a pastry crust filled with spiced apples, often served warm with ice cream or whipped cream

Ex: Apple pie is often served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. 
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jam
jam
[noun]

a thick, sweet substance we make by boiling fruit with sugar and often eat on bread

Ex: Can you pass me the jar of raspberry jam, please? 
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herbal tea

a hot drink that is made by soaking different fruits, leaves, flowers, etc. in hot water

Ex: The café offered a variety of herbal teas, including peppermint and hibiscus. 
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garlic bread

bread that is spread with a mixture of butter and minced or crushed garlic, then toasted or baked until crispy and golden brown

Ex: She served garlic bread as a side dish with pasta. 
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bacon
bacon
[noun]

thin slices of salted or smoked pork, often fried and eaten in meals

Ex: He cooked crispy bacon to accompany his scrambled eggs for breakfast. 
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potato
potato
[noun]

a round vegetable that grows beneath the ground, has light brown skin, and is used cooked or fried

Ex: He used leftover mashed potatoes to make cheesy potato croquettes. 
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water
water
[noun]

a liquid with no smell, taste, or color, that falls from the sky as rain, and is used for washing, cooking, drinking, etc.

Ex: I accidentally spilled water on my laptop, and now it won't turn on. 
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bread
bread
[noun]

a type of food made from flour, water and usually yeast mixed together and baked

Ex: I toasted a slice of bread and spread peanut butter on it for breakfast. 
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butter
butter
[noun]

a soft, yellow food made from cream that we spread on bread or use in cooking

Ex: Butter is a key ingredient in making flaky and delicious pie crusts. 
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salami
salami
[noun]

a type of sausage that is large, spicy, and is served cold in thin slices, originated in Italy

Ex: I made a salami and Swiss cheese omelette for breakfast. 
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curry
curry
[noun]

a variety of dishes originating from South Asia, typically made with meat, vegetables, etc., cooked in a hot sauce and then served with rice

Ex: She cooked a flavorful chicken curry with aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk for dinner. 
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soup
soup
[noun]

liquid food we make by cooking things like meat, fish, or vegetables in water

Ex: I always garnish my soup with a sprinkle of fresh herbs. 
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meat
meat
[noun]

the flesh of animals and birds that we can eat as food

Ex: Grilled chicken breast is a lean and flavorful meat option for a healthy dinner. 
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to stew
to stew
[Verb]

to cook something at a low temperature in liquid in a closed container

Ex: Stew the beef with vegetables and broth in a slow cooker for several hours until it's tender. 
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ham
ham
[noun]

a type of meat cut from a pig's thigh, usually smoked or salted

Ex: He diced the leftover ham and used it to make a flavorful fried rice. 
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cocoa
cocoa
[noun]

a hot or cold beverage made from cocoa powder, milk or water, and sweetener, such as sugar

Ex: Sarah likes to make a steaming cup of hot cocoa on cold winter nights, topped with marshmallows. 
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pepper
pepper
[noun]

a hollow fruit, typically red, green, or yellow, eaten as a vegetable either raw or cooked with other food

Ex: As a vegetarian, she often substitutes meat with grilled peppers in her sandwiches. 
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rice
rice
[noun]

a small and short grain that is white or brown and usually grown and eaten a lot in Asia

Ex: I prefer brown rice over white rice for its nutritional benefits. 
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still
still
[Adjective]

(of a drink) not having bubbles in it

Ex: She preferred still water over sparkling, finding its simplicity refreshing. 
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seaweed
seaweed
[noun]

a type of plant that grows in or near the sea

Ex: I enjoy the refreshing taste of seaweed salad. 
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sparkling water

water which is carbonated or fizzy

Ex: She ordered a glass of sparkling water with lemon at the restaurant. 
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salmon
salmon
[noun]

the meat of fish from the salmon family, known for its pink-orange color and rich flavor

Ex: She grilled a fillet of salmon for dinner. 
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cabbage
cabbage
[noun]

a large round vegetable with thick white, green or purple leaves, eaten raw or cooked

Ex: She prepared a delicious coleslaw using fresh cabbage, carrots, and a tangy dressing. 
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slice
slice
[noun]

a small cut of a larger portion such as a piece of cake, pizza, etc.

Ex: She took a slice of bread and spread some butter on it. 
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menu
menu
[noun]

a list of the different food available for a meal in a restaurant

Ex: He's allergic to shellfish, so he's careful when reading the menu. 
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dessert
dessert
[noun]

‌sweet food eaten after the main dish

Ex: He whipped up a batch of brownies as a quick dessert. 
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starter
starter
[noun]

a small dish served before the main course

Ex: The restaurant offers a delicious shrimp cocktail as a popular starter for seafood lovers. 
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snack
snack
[noun]

a small meal that is usually eaten between the main meals or when there is not much time for cooking

Ex: At the party, there were many snacks to choose from. 
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to order
to order
[Verb]

to ask for something, especially food, drinks, services, etc. in a restaurant, bar, or shop

Ex: He ordered a round of drinks for everyone at the table. 
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side order

a small dish which is served separately from the main course

Ex: She added a side order of fries to her burger meal. 
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reserved
reserved
[Adjective]

kept or set apart for a specific purpose or person, typically booked or set aside in advance

Ex: This table is reserved for the bride and groom. 
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bottle
bottle
[noun]

a glass or plastic container that has a narrow neck and is used for storing drinks or other liquids

Ex: He used a spray bottle to mist the plants with water. 
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canteen
canteen
[noun]

a small container or bottle used for carrying water or other liquids, typically used by hikers, campers, or soldiers

Ex: He packed a canteen of water for the long hike. 
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bookshop
bookshop
[noun]

a shop that sells books and usually stationery

Ex: She found a rare first edition novel in the quaint little bookshop downtown. 
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customer
customer
[noun]

a person, organization, company, etc. that pays to get things from businesses or stores

Ex: The customer couldn't find the dress in her size. 
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entrance
entrance
[noun]

an opening like a door, gate, or passage that we can use to enter a building, room, etc.

Ex: Please wait for me at the entrance of the museum. 
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entry
entry
[noun]

a door, path, etc. through which one can enter a building or place

Ex: The main entry to the museum is through the glass doors. 
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exit
exit
[noun]

a way that enables someone to get out of a room, building, or a vehicle of large capacity

Ex: In case of an emergency, please locate the nearest exit and follow the evacuation signs. 
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private
private
[Adjective]

used by or belonging to only a particular individual, group, institution, etc.

Ex: She keeps her private thoughts and feelings to herself. 
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to forget
to forget
[Verb]

to not be able to remember something or someone from the past

Ex: It's easy to forget passwords, so it's essential to use a secure system. 
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just
just
[Adverb]

no more or no other than what is stated

Ex: I'll have just a cup of coffee, please. 
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maybe
maybe
[Adverb]

used to show uncertainty or hesitation

Ex: She may go to the beach if the weather improves, maybe even bring a picnic. 
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to pull
to pull
[Verb]

to use your hands to move something or someone toward yourself or in the direction that your hands are moving

Ex: She pulled her suitcase behind her as she walked through the airport. 
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to push
to push
[Verb]

to use your hands, arms, body, etc. in order to make something or someone move forward or away from you

Ex: She pushed the cart down the aisle at the grocery store. 
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to wait
to wait
[Verb]

to not leave until a person or thing is ready or present or something happens

Ex: We're patiently waiting for the rain to stop. 
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the present

the period of time happening now, not before or after

Ex: We need to focus on the present and not worry too much about the future. 
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queue
queue
[noun]

a line in which people or vehicles wait for a particular purpose

Ex: They waited in a long queue at the ticket counter for the concert. 
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sale
sale
[noun]

the act of selling something

Ex: Following the sale of her novel, she became a well-known author. 
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sign
sign
[noun]

a symbol or letters used in math, music, or other subjects to show an instruction, idea, etc.

Ex: In mathematics, the plus sign (+) is commonly used to represent addition. 
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