Summit 1A - Unit 4 - Lesson 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 4 - Lesson 1 in the Summit 1A coursebook, such as "plaid", "cocktail dress", "low-cut", etc.

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Summit 1A
print [noun]

a picture or design created by pressing an engraved surface onto a paper or any other surface

Ex: He purchased a limited edition print of a famous landscape painting to decorate his living room .
striped [adjective]

having a pattern of straight parallel lines

Ex:
plaid [noun]

a cloth with a pattern marked by intersecting straight lines or paths

Ex: He draped the plaid over his shoulders as a blanket .

an item of clothing with sleeves that extend from one's shoulders to one's elbows

Ex: The short sleeves were perfect for the hot afternoon .
solid [adjective]

firm and stable in form, not like a gas or liquid

Ex: The statue was carved from solid marble , giving it a timeless quality .
formal [adjective]

suitable for fancy, important, serious, or official occasions and situations

Ex: The conference had a formal atmosphere with everyone dressed in suits .

a knee-length or shorter dress typically worn for semi-formal occasions

Ex: He complimented her on how stunning she looked in her cocktail dress .

a formal shirt, often worn by men, that can be worn under a jacket or tuxedo

Ex: She ironed his dress shirt before the interview .

a long elegant dress that is usually worn on formal occasions or events that take place after evening

Ex: He admired the intricate details on her evening gown .
tuxedo [noun]

a formal men's suit typically worn for black-tie events and formal occasions

Ex: He rented a tuxedo for the prom , opting for a sleek , navy-blue version with a white shirt and black patent leather shoes .
informal [adjective]

suitable for friendly, relaxed, casual, or unofficial occasions and situations

Ex: The music festival had an informal atmosphere where everyone could relax .
V-neck [noun]

(of a piece of clothing) having a neckline in the shape of the letter V

Ex: He wore a classic V-neck sweater over a collared shirt for a smart-casual look .

a plain round neckline on a sweater or shirt that has no collar

Ex: Crew necks are comfortable options for everyday wear .

a sweater that has a lifted collar folding over itself and covering the neck

Ex: He paired his turtleneck with jeans and boots for a casual look .
sweater [noun]

a piece of clothing worn on the top part of our body that is made of cotton or wool, has long sleeves and a closed front

Ex: I like the comfort of wearing a cashmere sweater against my skin .

a casual short-sleeved shirt with a few buttons under its collar, usually made of cotton

Ex: A polo shirt is perfect for business casual settings .
jeans [noun]

pants made of denim, that is a type of strong cotton cloth, and is used for a casual style

Ex: He prefers high-waisted jeans for a retro style .
T-shirt [noun]

a casual short-sleeved shirt with no collar, usually made of cotton

Ex: My dad gave me his old T-shirt , and now it 's my favorite .
blazer [noun]

a type of light jacket either worn with pants that do not match or as a uniform by the members of a union, school, club, etc.

Ex: She paired her blazer with a white blouse and trousers .
cardigan [noun]

a type of jacket that is made of wool, usually has a knitted design, and its front could be closed with buttons or a zipper

Ex: The oversized gray cardigan was her go-to choice for lazy Sundays .

to give details about someone or something to say what they are like

Ex: The artist used vivid colors to describe the sunset in her painting .
clothes [noun]

the things we wear to cover our body, such as pants, shirts, and jackets

Ex: My mother asked me to fold my clothes and organize them in my closet .
long-sleeved [adjective]

(of an item of clothing) having sleeves that are long enough to reach one's wrist

Ex: The long-sleeved pajamas were perfect for a cozy night in during the winter months .
low-cut [adjective]

(of women's clothing) designed with a neckline that dips low at the front

Ex: He noticed the low-cut neckline on the gown .