Headway - Upper Intermediate - Unit 9

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 in the Headway Upper Intermediate coursebook, such as "homonym", "bank on", "immaculate", etc.

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Headway - Upper Intermediate
homonym [noun]

each of two or more words with the same spelling or pronunciation that vary in meaning and origin

Ex: " Bank " is a homonym because it can mean both a financial institution and the side of a river .

(grammar) one of two or more words with the same pronunciation that differ in meaning, spelling or origin

Ex: Mistaking homophones like " bare " and " bear " can lead to amusing misunderstandings in conversation .
right [noun]

the direction or side that is toward the east when someone or something is facing north

Ex: Turn to your right at the intersection .
fine [adjective]

feeling well or in good health

Ex: The car was damaged , but thankfully , the driver and passengers were fine .
to mean [verb]

to have a particular meaning or represent something

Ex: The white flag means surrender .
fan [noun]

an electric device with blades that rotate quickly and keep an area cool

Ex: She placed a small fan on her desk to stay refreshed while studying .
glasses [noun]

a pair of lenses set in a frame that rests on the nose and ears, which we wear to see more clearly

Ex: She forgot her glasses at home , so she could n't read the menu .
park [noun]

a large public place in a town or a city that has grass and trees and people go to for walking, playing, and relaxing

Ex: The children were happily playing in the park .
bank [noun]

a financial institution that keeps and lends money and provides other financial services

Ex: She checked her account balance using the bank 's mobile app .

to put hope and trust in a person or thing

Ex: We 're banking on the new hire to bring fresh ideas .
suit [noun]

a jacket with a pair of pants or a skirt that are made from the same cloth and should be worn together

Ex: She felt ready for the business presentation in her well-fitted suit .
to miss [verb]

to not hit or touch what was aimed at

Ex: The basketball player attempted a three-point shot but missed the hoop entirely .
type [noun]

a class or group of people or things that have common characteristics or share particular qualities

Ex: In the animal kingdom , the lion belongs to the type of big cats .
kind [noun]

a group of people or things that have similar characteristics or share particular qualities

Ex: The festival attracts people of different kinds , all celebrating together .
point [noun]

the most important thing that is said or done which highlights the purpose of something

Ex: The key point of the presentation was to emphasize the company 's growth strategy .
train [noun]

a series of connected carriages that travel on a railroad, often pulled by a locomotive

Ex: He prefers traveling by train because it ’s more relaxing than driving .
cool [adjective]

having a pleasantly mild, low temperature

Ex: The cool weather in the morning is perfect for jogging .
road [noun]

a wide path made for cars, buses, etc. to travel along

Ex: There 's a dedicated road for pedestrians and cyclists along the riverbank .
to row [verb]

to move a boat or other watercraft through water using oars or paddles

Ex: In the open sea , the experienced sailors rowed the lifeboat back to the ship .
whole [adjective]

including every part, member, etc.

Ex: The whole class celebrated the teacher 's birthday .
hole [noun]

an empty space in the body or surface of something solid

Ex: He fell and twisted his ankle when he stepped into a hidden hole in the ground .
piece [noun]

a part of an object, broken or cut from a larger one

Ex: The tailor carefully cut the fabric into small pieces before sewing them together to create a stunning garment .
peace [noun]

a period or state where there is no war or violence

Ex: The treaty brought a long-awaited peace to the region .
flower [noun]

a part of a plant from which the seed or fruit develops

Ex: The petals of the flower were delicate and soft to the touch .
flour [noun]

a fine powder made by crushing wheat or other grains, used for making bread, cakes, pasta, etc.

Ex: The homemade pasta dough is made with a simple mixture of flour , eggs , and a pinch of salt .
to sail [verb]

to travel on water using the power of wind or an engine

Ex: In favorable conditions , the small dinghy sailed effortlessly across the serene lake .
sales [noun]

the total amount of income a company, store, etc. makes from the sales of goods or services over a specific period of time

Ex:
to sell [verb]

to give something to someone in exchange for money

Ex: Do you think they 'll sell their old bicycles at the flea market ?
cell [noun]

an organism's smallest unit, capable of functioning on its own

Ex: The discovery of cells and the development of cell theory by scientists such as Robert Hooke and Theodor Schwann revolutionized our understanding of living organisms .
bored [adjective]

tired and unhappy because there is nothing to do or because we are no longer interested in something

Ex:
to catch [verb]

to stop and hold an object that is moving through the air

Ex: It might sound a bit strange , but my dog loves to catch a frisbee .
to hire [verb]

to pay someone to do a job

Ex: They will hire a chef for the upcoming event .
pair [noun]

a set of two matching items that are designed to be used together or regarded as one

Ex: The pair of gloves she wore was perfect for the cold weather .
maid [noun]

a female servant

Ex: As a live-in maid , she took care of the family 's cleaning , cooking , and childcare needs .
plain [adjective]

simple in design, without a specific pattern

Ex: His shirt was plain , without any stripes , dots , or other designs .
waist [noun]

the part of the body between the ribs and hips, which is usually narrower than the parts mentioned

Ex: The tailor measured her waist to ensure the perfect fit for her custom-made dress .
aloud [adverb]

in a voice that can be heard clearly

Ex: He thought aloud as he tried to solve the puzzle .
to write [verb]

to make letters, words, or numbers on a surface, usually on a piece of paper, with a pen or pencil

Ex: They grabbed a marker to write a message on the whiteboard .
date [noun]

a specific day in a month or sometimes a year, shown using a number and sometimes a name

Ex: Let 's schedule a date to go to the movies .
spare [adjective]

more than what is needed and not currently in use

Ex:
fit [adjective]

healthy and strong, especially due to regular physical exercise or balanced diet

Ex: My grandfather is in his 70s , but he 's still very fit and active .
sea [noun]

the salt water that covers most of the earth’s surface and surrounds its continents and islands

Ex: The sea was calm , and the waves gently lapped against the shore .
pinny [noun]

a type of dress with no sleeves, often worn over a blouse or shirt

Ex: She wore a cute little pinny over her blouse when going out .

a person who earns money to support their family, typically the main or sole provider of income

Ex: In their home , both partners contribute equally , so neither is solely the breadwinner .
immaculate [adjective]

free from any stain or dirt

Ex: The hotel room was immaculate , with fresh linens and no sign of previous occupants .
hectic [adjective]

extremely busy and chaotic

Ex: The holiday season was particularly hectic for retail employees .
like-minded [adjective]

sharing similar opinions, beliefs, interests, or attitudes on a particular subject or issue

Ex: The online forum provided a platform for like-minded gamers to connect and share strategies .
halcyon [adjective]

full of calmness, happiness, and prosperity

Ex:

the period of time when two people are getting to know each other romantically with the intention of getting married

Ex: He wrote her love letters during their courtship , expressing his feelings with eloquence and sincerity .
solely [adverb]

with no one or nothing else involved

Ex: They focused solely on customer satisfaction during the redesign .

an item of clothing for the top half of one's body, traditionally worn by men, that is tight fitting, sleeveless, collarless, with buttons in the front, and worn usually under a jacket and over a shirt

Ex: For the wedding , the groom chose a colorful waistcoat that matched the bridesmaids ' dresses .
pantry [noun]

a cupboard or small room, often next to kitchen, used for keeping food in

Ex: He found the extra cans of beans in the pantry .
mod con [noun]

a collection of things, particularly electronic machines or devices, such as washing machines, microwaves, etc. in a home that can make ordinary jobs be done with ease

loo [noun]

a toilet or bathroom

Ex: I was in the loo when they called my name .
quaint [adjective]

curiously distinct, unique, or unusual

Ex:
twee [adjective]

excessively delicate or affected

Ex:
cozy [adjective]

(of a place) relaxing and comfortable, particularly because of the warmth or small size of the place

Ex: The restaurant had a cozy , intimate setting that was perfect for our date .