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Solutions - Intermediate - Unit 9 - 9A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - 9A in the Solutions Intermediate coursebook, such as "filling station", "ferry", "buffet car", etc.

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Solutions - Intermediate
form
form
[noun]

the manner in which something is presented, expressed, or structured

Ex: The data was presented in graphical form, with charts and diagrams used to illustrate the findings. 
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transport
transport
[noun]

a system or method for carrying people or goods from a place to another by trains, cars, etc.

Ex: The city's transport system includes buses, trams, and a metro network. 
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aircraft
aircraft
[noun]

any flying vehicle

Ex: The aircraft soared gracefully through the sky, leaving behind a trail of white vapor. 
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cable car
cable car
[noun]

a type of transportation system in which a cabin or car is suspended and moved along a cable, often used on hills or mountains for scenic views or access to remote areas

Ex: The cable car took us to the top of the mountain for a breathtaking view. 
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coach
coach
[noun]

a type of carriage or vehicle used for transportation, typically pulled by horses or other animals

Ex: They traveled in a luxurious coach for the royal parade. 
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cruise ship

a big ship for vacation trips, usually with fun things to do and entertainment on board

Ex: We booked a vacation on a cruise ship that sailed through the Caribbean. 
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ferry
ferry
[noun]

a boat or ship used to transport passengers and sometimes vehicles, usually across a body of water

Ex: They took the ferry across the bay to reach the island. 
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helicopter

a large aircraft with metal blades on top that go around

Ex: The helicopter blades spun rapidly as it prepared for takeoff. 
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hot-air balloon

an extremely large balloon filled with heated air, which enables it to float and travel through the sky

Ex: They enjoyed a scenic ride in a hot-air balloon over the countryside. 
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hovercraft

a vehicle that can travel near the surface of water or land being supported by its air cushion and using the power of air produced by its engine

Ex: The hovercraft glided effortlessly across the lake, propelled by powerful fans that lifted it above the water. 
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motorbike
motorbike
[noun]

a light vehicle that has two wheels and is powered by an engine

Ex: He loves riding his motorbike along the scenic coastal roads during the summer. 
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scooter
scooter
[noun]

a light motor vehicle with a floorboard on which the rider puts their legs, and with wheels of usually small size

Ex: He enjoys riding his scooter around the neighborhood to run errands and meet friends. 
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tram
tram
[noun]

a vehicle that is powered by electricity and moves on rails in a street, used for transporting passengers

Ex: The tram glided smoothly along its tracks, taking commuters through the heart of the city. 
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underground

a city's railway system that is below the ground, usually in big cities

Ex: The underground system in London is one of the oldest and most extensive in the world. 
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yacht
yacht
[noun]

a large boat with an engine used for pleasure trips

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to travel
to travel
[Verb]

to go from one location to another, particularly to a far location

Ex: He travels for work and often visits different cities for business meetings. 
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place
place
[noun]

the part of space where someone or something is or they should be

Ex: I want to find a new place to eat dinner tonight. 
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airport
airport
[noun]

a large place where planes take off and land, with buildings and facilities for passengers to wait for their flights

Ex: I always feel a mix of emotions when saying goodbye to loved ones at the airport. 
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arrival hall

a section in an airport or train station where people go after they arrive

Ex: We waited for her in the arrival hall at the airport. 
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buffet car

a carriage on a train where passengers can purchase and consume food and beverages

Ex: We bought snacks in the buffet car during the train ride. 
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bus stop
bus stop
[noun]

a place at the side of a road that is usually marked with a sign, where buses regularly stop for passengers

Ex: She waited at the bus stop for nearly twenty minutes before her bus finally arrived. 
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cabin
cabin
[noun]

the area where passengers sit in an airplane

Ex: The cabin of the airplane was spacious, with overhead bins for luggage. 
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car park
car park
[noun]

an area where people can leave their cars or other vehicles for a period of time

Ex: She struggled to find a spot in the crowded car park during the weekend shopping rush. 
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check-in
check-in
[noun]

the place where passengers register and drop off their luggage before traveling

Ex: They asked for my passport at check-in before the flight. 
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desk
desk
[noun]

a counter or table in a business or public setting where transactions or services are conducted

Ex: She waited at the desk to check in for her flight. 
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coach station

a place designed for coaches, buses, or long-distance road transportation to arrive and depart from

Ex: We arrived early at the coach station to catch the bus. 
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deck
deck
[noun]

a ship or boat's upper outside floor

Ex: We spent the afternoon on the deck enjoying the view. 
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departure gate

a specific location in an airport where passengers leave from to board their flight

Ex: We waited at the departure gate for our flight to board. 
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filling station

a place where vehicles can refuel their tanks with gasoline or diesel fuel

Ex: We stopped at the filling station to refuel the car. 
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level crossing

a place where a road or path crosses over a railway line, at the same level

Ex: The train passed through the level crossing just before the traffic lights. 
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lost property

a place where items that have been left behind by their owners are kept

Ex: They instructed us to visit the lost property if we misplace anything. 
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platform
platform
[noun]

the raised surface in a station next to a railroad track where people can get on and off a train

Ex: He checked the platform number on his ticket before heading towards his train. 
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port
port
[noun]

a city or town that has a harbor where ships can be loaded or unloaded

Ex: The bustling port was filled with ships from around the world. 
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service station

a facility that provides gasoline, diesel, and other types of fuel, as well as various amenities such as restrooms, food, and convenience stores

Ex: We stopped at the service station to fill up the tank. 
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sleeper
sleeper
[noun]

a sleeping section or berth in a train or other means of transportation

Ex: She slept soundly in the sleeper during the journey. 
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taxi rank
taxi rank
[noun]

an area where taxis stand in a line to pick up passengers

Ex: We waited at the taxi rank for a cab to take us to the hotel. 
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ticket office

a physical location, usually at a transportation station or venue, where tickets for transportation services or events are sold or issued

Ex: I bought my train tickets at the ticket office. 
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ticket barrier

a barrier that controls access to a particular area and requires a ticket to pass through, typically used in transportation hubs

Ex: You need to scan your ticket at the ticket barrier before entering the station. 
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waiting room

a designated area where people wait for their turn, appointment, or service, commonly found in stations, hospitals, or offices

Ex: She sat in the waiting room until the doctor called her name. 
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choppy
choppy
[Adjective]

(of water or waves) rough and uneven, with many small, quick-moving waves

Ex: The boat struggled to stay steady in the choppy waters of the bay. 
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congestion

a state of being overcrowded or blocked, particularly in a street or road

Ex: There was heavy congestion on the highway during rush hour. 
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to divert
to divert
[Verb]

to cause someone or something to change direction

Ex: The river's unexpected flooding prompted the emergency response team to divert residents to safer areas. 
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dirty
dirty
[Adjective]

having stains, bacteria, marks, or dirt

Ex: He had a dirty face after playing in the mud. 
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harbor
harbor
[noun]

a sheltered area of water along the coast where ships, boats, and other vessels can anchor safely, typically protected from rough seas by natural or artificial barriers

Ex: The ships docked in the harbor to avoid the storm approaching from the open sea. 
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road works

the work that is done to build or repair a road

Ex: The road works caused significant delays during the morning commute, so I decided to take an alternate route. 
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