Solutions - Advanced - Unit 7 - 7C

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - 7C in the Solutions Advanced coursebook, such as "persecute", "delinquent", "contaminated", etc.

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Solutions - Advanced
jetty [noun]

a structure built from a shoreline into a body of water, usually made of concrete or stone, that serves to protect the coast or provide a docking point for boats

Ex: A small crowd gathered on the jetty to watch the sunset .

a person, typically young, who regularly engages in illegal or immoral behavior

Ex: The delinquent was caught stealing from the store .

a device used to amplify sound, typically for public speaking or making announcements

Ex: The coach used a loudhailer to give instructions to the players .

to treat someone unfairly or cruelly, often because of their race, gender, religion, or beliefs

Ex: Throughout history , women have been persecuted for advocating for their rights and equality .
mortar [noun]

a short-barreled, muzzle-loaded artillery piece that fires explosive shells at high angles for close-range support

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a bag for carrying on the back, usually used by people who go hiking or soldiers

Ex: I found an old haversack in the attic , filled with camping supplies .

the highest degree given by a university

Ex: The professor holds a doctorate in economics from Oxford University .
contaminated [adjective]

made impure or polluted by harmful substances, bacteria, or viruses

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dinghy [noun]

a small boat made of rubber or wood that It is used for fun or to travel short distances

Ex: He carried the dinghy across the sand to the water .
disconsolate [adjective]

so sad that makes comforting very difficult

Ex: She was disconsolate after the rejection , finding it hard to even leave the house .