Solutions - Pre-Intermediate - Unit 5 - 5D

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 5 - 5D in the Solutions Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "operate", "button", "press", etc.

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[noun]

a small area or part of a machine or electronic device, which when pressed starts working

Ex: Press the button to turn on the television.

[noun]

the thing we move to enter, exit, or access a place such as a vehicle, building, room, etc.

Ex: He closed the door behind him as he entered the room.

[noun]

all the rooms of a building that are on the same level

Ex: The ground floor of the building housed the lobby, reception area, and administrative offices.

[noun]

a box-like device that goes up and down and is used to get to the different floors of a building

Ex: She pressed the button and waited for the lift to arrive.

[Verb]

to move something like a window or door into a position that people or things cannot pass through

Ex: After entering the room, I asked him to close the door behind him.

[Verb]

to function in a specific way

Ex: The machine operates smoothly when all components are in good condition.

[Verb]

to move something like a window or door into a position that people, things, etc. can pass through or use

Ex: He opens the window to let in some fresh air.

[Verb]

to apply force to something, typically with a hand or finger, in order to operate or activate a mechanical or electronic device

Ex: Press the button to start the machine.