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Headway - Intermediate - Unit 11

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 11 in the Headway Intermediate coursebook, such as "headlight", "briefcase", "changing room", etc.

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Headway - Intermediate
music
music
[noun]

a series of sounds made by instruments or voices, arranged in a way that is pleasant to listen to

Ex: Her favorite genre of music is jazz .
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collection

a group of particular objects put together and considered as a whole

Ex: They admired the artist 's new collection of abstract paintings at the gallery .
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computer game

a game designed to be played on a computer

Ex: The online store offers discounts on several classic computer games this week .
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lifetime
lifetime
[noun]

the entire duration of a person's life, from birth to death, or the duration of existence of something in general

Ex: The artist ’s works are expected to influence generations for a lifetime.
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band
band
[noun]

a group of people who come together for a particular purpose, often because they share common interests or beliefs

Ex: A band of teachers gathered to discuss improvements for the school .
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member
member
[noun]

someone or something that is in a specific group, club, or organization

Ex: To become a member, you need to fill out this application form .
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sleeping pill

a medication taken to induce sleep or relieve insomnia

Ex: The doctor recommended lifestyle changes along with a sleeping pill to improve her overall sleep quality .
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headache
headache
[noun]

a pain in the head, usually persistent

Ex: Too much caffeine can sometimes cause a headache.
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headlight
headlight
[noun]

one of the two powerful, large, and bright lights that are placed at the front of vehicles

Ex: The left headlight is n't working , so I ’ll fix it tomorrow .
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headline
headline
[noun]

the large words in the upper part of a page of a newspaper, article, etc.

Ex: As soon as the headline was published , social media exploded with reactions from readers around the world .
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headphones

a device that has two pieces that cover the ears and is used to listen to music or sounds without others hearing

Ex: She always wears her headphones while working out at the gym .
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headquarters

the place where the main offices of a large company or organization are located

Ex: The tech giant 's headquarters feature state-of-the-art facilities and amenities .
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headstone
headstone
[noun]

a stone placed at the head of a grave with the name and dates of the person buried there

Ex: Over the years , the writing on the headstone became hard to read .
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headway
headway
[noun]

the forward movement or advancement made despite difficulties or obstacles

Ex: The new policy helped the company gain headway in the market .
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sunglasses

dark glasses that we wear to protect our eyes from sunlight or glare

Ex: The sunglasses had a cool design with mirrored lenses .
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sun
sun
[noun]

the large, bright star in the sky that shines during the day and gives us light and heat

Ex: The sunflower turned its face towards the sun.
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costume
costume
[noun]

pieces of clothing worn by actors or performers for a role, or worn by someone to look like another person or thing

Ex: The costume party was a hit , with guests arriving dressed as everything from superheroes to classic movie monsters .
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sunscreen
sunscreen
[noun]

a cream that is applied to the skin to protect it from the harmful rays of the sun

Ex: It is important to reapply sunscreen every two hours when outdoors.
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sunset
sunset
[noun]

the event during which the sun goes down

Ex: He took a beautiful photo of the sunset reflecting on the lake .
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credit card

a plastic card, usually given to us by a bank, that we use to pay for goods and services

Ex: We earn reward points every time we use our credit card.
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birthday card

a card given or sent on someone's birthday, featuring celebratory messages or well wishes

Ex: The birthday card was signed by everyone in the office .
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driving licence

an official document that shows someone is qualified to drive a motor vehicle

Ex: She misplaced her driving licence and had to apply for a replacement at the local motor vehicle department .
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business card

a small card that contains contact information for a person or company, used to share and promote professional connections

Ex: She kept his business card to contact him later about the job opportunity .
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tea bag
tea bag
[noun]

a small bag or sachet containing tea leaves or herbal ingredients used to steep in hot water for brewing tea

Ex: The box contains 20 individually wrapped tea bags.
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teacup
teacup
[noun]

a small cup typically used for drinking tea

Ex: He prefers a larger mug to a small teacup when drinking tea .
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teatime
teatime
[noun]

a time in the early evening or afternoon when people have a light meal

Ex: The hotel offered a delightful teatime service in the lobby , attracting both tourists and locals with its elegant presentation and delicious treats .
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tea table
tea table
[noun]

a small table designed for serving or enjoying tea, often used in living rooms or dining areas

Ex: They gathered around the tea table to enjoy an afternoon of conversation and treats .
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money
money
[noun]

something that we use to buy and sell goods and services, can be in the form of coins or paper bills

Ex: She works hard to earn money for her college tuition .
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case
case
[noun]

a container in which goods can be stored and safely carried around

Ex: She put her makeup in a small case to take to the wedding .
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briefcase
briefcase
[noun]

a flat, leather or plastic case with a handle, used for carrying papers or documents

Ex: The businessman rushed to catch the train , holding his briefcase tightly .
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suitcase
suitcase
[noun]

a case with a handle, used for carrying clothes, etc. when we are traveling

Ex: The traveler struggled with his heavy suitcase up the stairs .
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bookcase
bookcase
[noun]

a piece of furniture that contains shelves for holding books

Ex: She had a bookcase full of novels , art books , and a few classic literature pieces .
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motor racing

a sport in which drivers compete in races using high-speed vehicles, such as cars or motorcycles

Ex: He spent years training and practicing for motor racing competitions .
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dining table

a table on which people have meals

Ex: They decided to buy a larger dining table to accommodate the growing family .
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to wait tables

to serve meals or drinks to customers in a restaurant, café, etc.

Ex: The new employee was nervous about having to wait tables on his first shift.
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changing table

a table designed for changing babies' diapers, often with storage for supplies

Ex: He quickly changed the baby on the changing table before they went out .
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traffic lights

a set of lights, often colored in red, yellow, and green, that control the traffic on a road

Ex: He ran through the red traffic lights and was fined by the police .
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traffic warden

a person responsible for monitoring and enforcing parking regulations and traffic rules in a specific area

Ex: The traffic warden patrolled the streets , checking for any parking violations .
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traffic jam

a large number of bikes, cars, buses, etc. that are waiting in lines behind each other which move very slowly

Ex: The traffic jam cleared up after the accident was cleared from the road .
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toothache
toothache
[noun]

pain felt in a tooth or several teeth

Ex: She scheduled an appointment with her dentist to treat her toothache.
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toothbrush

a small brush with a long handle that we use for cleaning our teeth

Ex: We should store our toothbrushes upright to allow them to air dry .
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toothpaste

a soft and thick substance we put on a toothbrush to clean our teeth

Ex: She ran out of toothpaste and made a note to buy more at the store .
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door key
door key
[noun]

a small, usually metal object used to unlock and lock doors by turning a mechanism inside the lock

Ex: She always kept a spare door key hidden under a flowerpot in case she forgot her main key .
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answer key

a document or resource containing correct answers to questions or exercises, typically used for educational purposes or assessments

Ex: He found the answer key extremely helpful in preparing for the final exam .
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car key
car key
[noun]

a small handheld device used to unlock and start the engine of a car

Ex: I always leave my car key in the same spot to avoid losing it .
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hairbrush
hairbrush
[noun]

a brush for making the hair smooth or tidy

Ex: The bristles on the hairbrush were soft , perfect for her sensitive scalp .
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hairdresser

someone ‌whose job is to cut, wash and style hair

Ex: The hairdresser is always busy on Saturdays .
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haircut
haircut
[noun]

a particular style or shape in which someone's hair is cut

Ex: I ’m thinking about getting a haircut for the summer , something lighter .
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news agency

an organization that gathers news stories for newspapers, TV, or radio stations

Ex: The news agency’s report was picked up by newspapers around the world .
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travel agency

a business that makes arrangements for people who want to travel

Ex: Online travel agencies have made it easier to compare prices and book trips from anywhere .
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estate agency

a business or firm that deals with the buying, selling, renting, or management of properties on behalf of clients

Ex: The estate agency specializes in commercial real estate transactions in the downtown area .
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wrapping paper

a colored paper used to cover and decorate presents

Ex: She cut the wrapping paper to fit the size of the gift box .
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toilet paper

soft, thin paper in sheets or on a roll for cleaning after using the toilet

Ex: Make sure to replace the toilet paper when it gets low .
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wallpaper
wallpaper
[noun]

a type of thick paper used for covering the surface of a wall or ceiling, particularly for decoration

Ex: The kids ’ room was decorated with cartoon-themed wallpaper.
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motorway
motorway
[noun]

a very wide road that has no intersections or cross-traffic and is designed for high-speed travel

Ex: She accidentally took the wrong exit off the motorway and ended up on a scenic backroad .
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motorbike
motorbike
[noun]

a light vehicle that has two wheels and is powered by an engine

Ex: They decided to take a road trip on their motorbike, stopping at different towns along the way to explore .
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changing room

a room that people use in stores, gyms, schools, etc. to change or try on clothes

Ex: After the workout , she headed to the changing room to freshen up and change back into her regular clothes .
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handcuff
handcuff
[noun]

a pair of rings made of metal with a chain attached to them, used for putting on the wrists of prisoners

Ex: She heard the distinct sound of handcuffs clicking shut as the police secured the suspect .
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