Solutions - Intermediate - Unit 2 - 2E

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - 2E in the Solutions Intermediate coursebook, such as "flood lamp", "tower block", "soundproof", etc.

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Solutions - Intermediate

a type of lighting device that produces a broad and intense beam of light, typically used for illuminating large areas or outdoor spaces

Ex: He adjusted the flood lamp to cover a larger area of the parking lot .

a rectangular field with marked zones at each end, used as the playing area in American football

Ex: Fans cheered loudly as the teams entered the football field .

a wide and important public road that connects different places and is usually designed to handle heavy traffic

Ex: She preferred taking the main road because it was faster than the side streets .

a group of mountains or hills in a line

Ex: We hiked through the mountain range for days .

a net used to catch acrobats who fall or jump from a high wire or trapeze in a circus performance

Ex: In extreme sports , a safety net can often mean the difference between injury and safety .
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 .
shore [noun]

the area of land where the land meets a body of water such as an ocean, sea, lake, or river

Ex: Fishermen mended their nets on the shore , preparing for the next trip .

a specially designed structure that holds water for people to swim in

Ex: My friend 's backyard has a small , but refreshing , swimming pool .

an area shaped like a rectangle that is made for playing tennis

Ex: The tennis court was bustling with activity as players of all ages participated in lessons and friendly matches throughout the day .

a person who plays the sport of tennis

Ex: The tennis player practiced daily to improve his serve and volley .

a very tall building that is divided into several apartments or offices

Ex: The council decided to renovate the tower block to improve living conditions .
bathroom [noun]

a room that has a toilet and a sink, and often times a bathtub or a shower as well

Ex: He cleans the bathroom regularly to keep it hygienic and tidy .

a structure or device designed to prevent or reduce the risk of accidents, danger, or damage in a particular area or situation

Ex: The highway had a safety barrier in the middle to separate traffic traveling in opposite directions .

a room that we use to eat meals in

Ex: They enjoyed breakfast in the dining room , starting the day with a tasty meal .

a place designed and equipped for recording and producing audio tracks and music

Ex: He rented a recording studio to record his podcast .
wet room [noun]

a bathroom or shower room in which the floor, walls, and ceiling are waterproofed, typically allowing for an open shower area

Ex: The wet room was designed for easy cleaning and maintenance .

a large board with a smooth white surface that we can write on, especially used for teaching or presentations

Ex: The office conference room is equipped with a large whiteboard for brainstorming sessions .

a place where people go to play golf

Ex: The championship was held at one of the most prestigious golf courses in the country , known for its challenging holes and stunning views .

a square or rectangular area, typically surrounded by ropes, where boxers compete in the sport of boxing

Ex: The boxing ring was surrounded by a large audience during the event .

a vertical surface that is specially designed to be climbed, often used for sport

Ex: The climbing wall is designed to simulate outdoor rock formations .

a rectangular playing surface with baskets or hoops at each end, used for playing the sport of basketball

Ex: The coach emphasized teamwork and passing on the basketball court .
ice rink [noun]

a large flat surface, typically made of ice, designed for ice-skating, ice hockey, and other winter sports

Ex: The local ice rink offers lessons for beginners .

a building or a room where the game of bowling can be played

Ex: The local bowling alley offers discount nights on weekdays .

a sport that involves various athletic events, including running, jumping, and throwing competitions, that are held on a running track

Ex: The team ’s track and field coach emphasized strength and agility .

the sport of competing in track and field events, including running races and various competitions in jumping and throwing

Ex: He switched his focus from soccer to athletics after discovering a talent for the javelin .

a room or space designed specifically for practicing and learning various forms of dance

well-known [adjective]

widely recognized or acknowledged

Ex: The Eiffel Tower is a well-known landmark in Paris .
half-eaten [adjective]

(particularly of food or meals) not completely finished

Ex: There was a half-eaten cake on the counter after the party .
record-breaking [adjective]

surpassing anything that has been done before, particularly beyond any previous record

Ex: The event attracted a record-breaking number of spectators .
wind-powered [adjective]

used to describe something that is powered by the wind

Ex: She admired the sleek design of the wind-powered water pump .
state-of-the-art [adjective]

using or containing the most recent and developed methods, technology, materials, or ideas

Ex: Their research lab uses state-of-the-art equipment to conduct groundbreaking experiments .
meter [noun]

the basic unit of measuring length that is equal to 100 centimeters

Ex: The flagpole stands at a height of 10 meters .
air-conditioned [adjective]

(of vehicles or buildings) equipped with a cooling system that dries the air

Ex: Working in an air-conditioned office made the sweltering summer days much more bearable .
brightly [adverb]

in a manner that emits a strong or intense light

Ex: The lanterns lit up the garden brightly for the evening celebration .
lit [adjective]

brightened or made visible by light

Ex:
lane [noun]

a part of a road that is separated by white lines

Ex: She signaled before merging into the right lane .
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 .
makeup [noun]

any type of substance that one uses to add more color or definition to one's face in order to alter or enhance one's appearance

Ex: They offered a makeup tutorial to help others learn techniques .
full-size [adjective]

having a standard or regular size, without being exceptionally large or small

Ex: The store sells both mini and full-size bottles of shampoo .
solar-heated [adjective]

using the sun's energy to heat something, such as water or a building

Ex: Solar-heated systems are becoming more popular for sustainable living .
open-air [adjective]

(of an area or space) situated outside and is not covered or enclosed in any way

Ex: The city has several open-air gyms , allowing people to exercise outdoors .
soundproof [adjective]

preventing sound from entering or leaving a room or space, typically through the use of special materials or construction techniques

Ex: The conference room is soundproof for private meetings .
well-equipped [adjective]

having all the necessary tools, supplies, or features for a specific purpose

Ex: Their gym is well-equipped with the latest machines .