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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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jetty
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: The boat was moored to the jetty for the night. 
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delinquent

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

Ex: The police were called after the delinquent vandalized the park. 
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loudhailer

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

Ex: The protest leader used a loudhailer to address the crowd. 
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to persecute

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

Ex: The government persecuted religious minorities, restricting their rights and freedoms. 
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mortar
mortar
[noun]

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

Ex: The soldiers set up a mortar to provide fire support for advancing infantry units. 
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haversack
haversack
[noun]

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

Ex: He packed his lunch in the haversack before heading out on the hike. 
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doctorate
doctorate
[noun]

the highest degree given by a university

Ex: She earned her doctorate in physics from Harvard University. 
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contaminated
contaminated
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The contaminated water supply was unfit for drinking due to high levels of bacteria. 
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dinghy
dinghy
[noun]

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

Ex: A dinghy is ideal for short trips from the marina to the yacht. 
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disconsolate
disconsolate
[Adjective]

so sad that makes comforting very difficult

Ex: After hearing the news of her best friend’s departure, she felt disconsolate and unable to speak. 
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