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Solutions - Pre-Intermediate - Unit 9 - 9A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - 9A in the Solutions Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "construction", "leather", "nylon", etc.

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Solutions - Pre-Intermediate
material
material
[noun]

a substance from which things can be made

Ex: Steel is a strong and durable material commonly used in the manufacturing of buildings, vehicles, and machinery.Ā 
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cardboard
cardboard
[noun]

a thick and stiff type of paper material that is often used for packaging and making boxes

Ex: She carefully packed the fragile items in a sturdy cardboard box.Ā 
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ceramic
ceramic
[noun]

a non-metallic, inorganic material that is typically made from clay, minerals, and other raw materials

Ex: The vase was made of high-quality ceramic.Ā 
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concrete
concrete
[noun]

a hard material used for building structures, made by mixing cement, water, sand, and small stones

Ex: The workers poured concrete to create a sturdy foundation for the house.Ā 
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copper
copper
[noun]

a metallic chemical element that has a red-brown color, primarily used as a conductor in wiring

Ex: Copper is valued for its high electrical conductivity, which makes it ideal for wiring in electrical systems.Ā 
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glass
glass
[noun]

a container that is used for drinks and is made of glass

Ex: Sarah enjoyed her milkshake in a thick glass with a straw.Ā 
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gold
gold
[noun]

a valuable yellow-colored metal that is used for making jewelry

Ex: She wore a necklace adorned with a pendant made of gold.Ā 
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iron
iron
[noun]

a metallic chemical element with a silvery-gray appearance, widely used for making tools, steel, buildings, and various industrial products

Ex: Iron is commonly used in construction to make buildings and bridges.Ā 
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leather
leather
[noun]

strong material made from animal skin and used for making clothes, bags, shoes, etc.

Ex: He decided to invest in a high-quality leather jacket that would last for years and only get better with age.Ā 
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nylon
nylon
[noun]

a tough synthetic fiber that is light and elastic, used in textile industry

Ex: Her raincoat was made of waterproof nylon, perfect for stormy weather.Ā 
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paper
paper
[noun]

the thin sheets on which one can write, draw, or print things, also used as wrapping material

Ex: She wrote a letter on a piece of paper and mailed it to her friend.Ā 
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plastic
plastic
[noun]

a light substance produced in a chemical process that can be formed into different shapes when heated

Ex: Many household items, such as containers and toys, are made from plastic.Ā 
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rubber
rubber
[noun]

a material that is elastic, water-resistant, and often used in various products such as tires, gloves, and erasers

Ex: The mechanic replaced the worn-out tires with new rubber ones.Ā 
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steel
steel
[noun]

a type of hard metal that is made of a mixture of iron and carbon, used in construction of buildings, vehicles, etc.

Ex: The skyscraper's framework was constructed with high-quality steel.Ā 
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stone
stone
[noun]

a hard material, usually made of minerals, and often used for building things

Ex: The old castle was built entirely of stone, giving it a sturdy and imposing appearance.Ā 
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wood
wood
[noun]

the hard material that the trunk and branches of a tree or shrub are made of, used for fuel or timber

Ex: He chopped the wood into small pieces to use as firewood.Ā 
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stash
stash
[noun]

an amount of something that is kept hidden

Ex: He found a stash of candy hidden under the bed.Ā 
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sandal
sandal
[noun]

an open shoe that fastens the sole to one's foot with straps, particularly worn when the weather is warm

Ex: She slipped on her comfortable leather sandals for a beach stroll.Ā 
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table tennis door

a foldable door that can be transformed into a makeshift ping pong table

Ex: The apartment featured a table tennis door that converted into a game table.Ā 
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mains power

the electricity supply that is distributed to households, businesses, and other facilities through power grids and transmission lines

Ex: The appliance must be connected to mains power to function.Ā 
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battery-powered
battery-powered
[Adjective]

using a battery as the main source of energy to operate a device or equipment

Ex: He bought a battery-powered flashlight for camping trips.Ā 
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solar power

energy that is generated from the sun's radiation using solar panels, which convert sunlight into electricity

Ex: The house is equipped with solar power to reduce electricity bills.Ā 
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shape
shape
[noun]

the outer form or edges of something or someone

Ex: The children enjoyed cutting out different shapes from colored paper during the art class.Ā 
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power
power
[noun]

(physics) the measure of the rate at which work is done, and is typically measured in watts, which are equivalent to joules per second

Ex: Scientists measured the power generated by the wind turbine.Ā 
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straight
straight
[Adverb]

in or along a direct line, without bending or deviation

Ex: The ball flew straight into the goal without touching the ground.Ā 
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curved
curved
[Adjective]

having a shape that is rounded or bent rather than straight

Ex: The road followed a curved path through the mountains, offering stunning views around each bend.Ā 
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rectangular
rectangular
[Adjective]

shaped like a rectangle, with four right angles

Ex: The table had a rectangular shape that fit perfectly in the room.Ā 
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spherical
spherical
[Adjective]

pertaining to the shape of a sphere, especially in geometric or physical contexts

Ex: The planet's surface follows spherical principles.Ā 
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square
square
[noun]

a shape with four equal straight sides and four right angles, each measuring 90°

Ex: Each tile on the bathroom floor was a small square shape.Ā 
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triangular
triangular
[Adjective]

shaped like a triangle, with three sides and three angles

Ex: The cake was cut into small triangular slices for the guests.Ā 
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circular
circular
[Adjective]

having a shape like a circle

Ex: The table had a circular top, allowing for easy conversation among the dinner guests.Ā 
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cordless
cordless
[Adjective]

(of adevice or equipment) not connected to a power source by a cord or cable, and instead uses a battery or other means of power

Ex: She bought a cordless vacuum cleaner for easier cleaning.Ā 
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rechargeable
rechargeable
[Adjective]

(of a battery or device) capable of being supplied with electrical power again

Ex: The flashlight runs on rechargeable batteries.Ā 
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construction

the process of building or creating something, such as structures, machines, or infrastructure

Ex: The construction of the new hospital is ahead of schedule.Ā 
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glass
glass
[noun]

a container that is used for drinks and is made of glass

Ex: Sarah enjoyed her milkshake in a thick glass with a straw.Ā 
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wheel
wheel
[noun]

A round object in front of the driver used to control the direction of a vehicle

Ex: He grabbed the wheel and turned sharply to the left.Ā 
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long
long
[Adjective]

(of a person) having a greater than average height

Ex: He was the longest in his family, towering over his siblings.Ā 
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handle
handle
[noun]

a part of an object designed to be held for use, control, or movement

Ex: The suitcase has a sturdy handle for easy carrying.Ā 
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base
base
[noun]

a place with buildings and facilities for military operations and activities

Ex: The soldiers returned to the base after training.Ā 
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lid
lid
[noun]

the removable cover at the top of a container

Ex: She placed the lid on the pot to let the soup simmer.Ā 
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to press
to press
[Verb]

to push a thing tightly against something else

Ex: He pressed his foot on the accelerator to increase the speed of the car.Ā 
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to get
to get
[Verb]

to receive or come to have something

Ex: He got an unexpected bonus at work.Ā 
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to go
to go
[Verb]

to travel or move from one location to another

Ex: He went into the kitchen to prepare dinner for the family.Ā 
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to post
to post
[Verb]

to publish, display, or make available online or in a physical location for others to see or read

Ex: The library will post the list of available books for checkout on its website.Ā 
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to come
to come
[Verb]

to move toward a location that the speaker considers to be close or relevant to them

Ex: Can you come with me to the store?Ā 
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aluminum
aluminum
[noun]

a light silver-gray metal used primarily for making cooking equipment and aircraft parts

Ex: The new set of aluminum cookware is both lightweight and highly resistant to corrosion, making it perfect for the kitchen.Ā 
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