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Unit 11 Lesson D

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career
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cashier
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farmer
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pilot
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track
Track
[ noun ]
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a road or path that is rough and usually made by animals or people repeatedly walking there

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He walked along the track until he reached the village.
With each step, these ancient tracks tell a story of movement and connection, echoing the journeys of countless travelers who traversed them.
law
Law
[ noun ]
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l
a
ɑ
w

a country's rules that all of its citizens are required to obey

injury
Injury
[ noun ]
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ɪ
n
n
j
ʤ
u
ə
r
r
y
i

any physical damage to a part of the body caused by an accident or attack

To repair
[ Verb ]
r
r
e
ɪ
p
p
ai
ɛ
r
r

to take action in order to compensate for the harm that one has caused

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transitive
to tear down
To tear down
[ Verb ]
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/tˈɪɹ dˈaʊn/

to destroy something completely

raise

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transitive
Phrasal Status
separable
phrase's verb
tear
phrase's particle
down
To rip up
[ Verb ]
uk flag
/ɹˈɪp ˈʌp/

to tear something into small pieces, often intentionally

industrial
Industrial
[ Adjective ]
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ɪ
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n
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ə
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related to the manufacturing or production of goods on a large scale

factory
Factory
[ noun ]
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a
æ
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t
o
ə
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y
i

a building or set of buildings in which products are made, particularly using machines

planet
Planet
[ noun ]
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p
l
l
a
æ
n
n
e
ə
t
t

a huge round object that moves in an orbit, around the sun, or any other star

century
Century
[ noun ]
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s
e
ɛ
n
n
t
ʧ
u
ə
r
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y
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a period of one hundred years

to sew
To sew
[ Verb ]
s
s
e
w

to join two or more pieces of fabric or other materials together, often by using a needle and thread

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transitive
to handle
To handle
[ Verb ]
h
h
a
æ
n
n
d
d
ə
l
l
e

to deal with a situation or problem successfully

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transitive
Task
[ noun ]
t
t
a
æ
s
s
k
k

a piece of work for someone to do, especially as an assignment

programmer
Programmer
[ noun ]
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p
r
r
o
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g
r
r
a
æ
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m
e
ɜ
r
r

a person who writes computer programs

technician
Technician
[ noun ]
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e
ɛ
ch
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n
n
i
ɪ
c
ʃ
ia
ə
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n

an expert who is employed to check or work with technical equipment or machines

mechanical
Mechanical
[ Adjective ]
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m
e
ə
ch
k
a
æ
n
n
i
ɪ
c
k
a
ə
l
l

(of an object) powered by machinery or an engine

nonmechanical
certainly
Certainly
[ Adverb ]
c
s
e
ɜ
r
r
t
t
ai
ə
n
n
l
l
y
i

in an assured manner, leaving no room for doubt

Grammatical Information:

adverb of degree
affordable
Affordable
[ Adjective ]
a
ə
ff
f
o
ɔ
r
r
d
d
a
ə
b
b
ə
l
l
e

having a price that a person can pay without experiencing financial difficulties

organ
Organ
[ noun ]
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ɔ
r
r
g
g
a
ə
n
n

any vital part of the body which has a particular function

What is an "organ"?

An organ is a distinct structure composed of different types of tissues that work together to perform specific functions. Organs are vital components of the body's systems and are responsible for carrying out essential physiological processes. Examples of organs in the human body include the heart, lungs, liver, kidneys, and brain. Each organ has a unique structure and function, and their coordinated activities contribute to the overall health and homeostasis of the body. Understanding the organization and function of organs is crucial for comprehending human biology and diagnosing and treating various medical conditions.

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heart
Heart
[ noun ]
h
h
ea
ɑ:
r
r
t
t

the body part that pushes the blood to go to all parts of our body

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lung
Lung
[ noun ]
l
l
u
ə
n
n
g
g

each of the two organs in the chest that helps one breathe

What is "lung"?

The lung refers to paired, spongy organs located in the chest cavity that play a crucial role in respiration. They are responsible for the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the air and the bloodstream, enabling the body to receive oxygen and remove waste gases. The lungs are composed of numerous air sacs called alveoli, which provide a large surface area for efficient gas exchange.

liver
Liver
[ noun ]
l
l
i
ɪ
v
v
e
ɜ
r
r

a vital organ in the body that cleans the blood of harmful substances

What is "liver"?

The liver is a vital organ located in the upper right abdomen responsible for numerous essential functions in the body. It plays a key role in metabolism, filtering and detoxifying harmful substances from the blood, producing bile to aid in digestion, storing vitamins and minerals, and synthesizing proteins and clotting factors. The liver is also involved in regulating blood sugar levels, storing glycogen, and producing cholesterol. Its multifunctional nature makes it crucial for maintaining overall health and well-being.

manufacture
Manufacture
[ noun ]
m
m
a
æ
n
n
u
j
ə
f
f
a
æ
c
k
t
ʧ
u
ɜ
r
r
e

a branch of industry dedicated to creating goods on a large scale, typically using machinery and organized processes

laboratory
Laboratory
[ noun ]
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l
a
æ
b
b
o
r
r
a
ə
t
t
o
ɔ
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y
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a place where people do scientific experiments, manufacture drugs, etc.

What is a "laboratory"?

A laboratory is a controlled environment where scientific experiments, research, and practical learning activities are conducted. It is equipped with tools, instruments, and materials needed for conducting tests, measurements, or experiments. Laboratories are commonly found in schools, colleges, and universities, especially in subjects such as science, chemistry, biology, and physics. They allow students and researchers to apply theoretical knowledge in hands-on experiments, fostering a deeper understanding of scientific principles and processes.

Combination
[ noun ]
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k
o
ɑ
m
m
b
b
i
ə
n
n
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n

a unified whole created by joining or mixing two or more distinct elements or parts together

individual
Individual
[ noun ]
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ɪ
n
n
d
d
i
ə
v
v
i
ɪ
d
ʤ
ua
l
l

a single person, particularly when considered as separate from a group, etc.

career
Career
[ noun ]
c
k
a
ɜ
r
r
ee
ɪ
r
r

a profession or a series of professions that one can do for a long period of one's life

cashier
Cashier
[ noun ]
c
k
a
æ
sh
ʃ
ie
ɪ
r
r

a person in charge of paying and receiving money in a hotel, shop, bank, etc.

doctor
Doctor
[ noun ]
d
d
o
ɑ:
c
k
t
t
o
ə
r
r

someone who has studied medicine and treats sick or injured people

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farmer
Farmer
[ noun ]
f
f
a
ɑ
r
r
m
m
e
ɜ
r
r

someone who has a farm or manages a farm

pilot
Pilot
[ noun ]
p
p
i
l
l
o
ə
t
t

someone whose job is to operate an aircraft

reporter
Reporter
[ noun ]
r
r
e
ɪ
p
p
o
ɔ
r
r
t
t
e
ɜ
r
r

a person who gathers and reports news or does interviews for a newspaper, TV, radio station, etc.

Who is a "reporter"?

A reporter is a journalist who gathers information, conducts interviews, and writes stories about current events or issues for newspapers, websites, television, or radio. Reporters investigate topics, verify facts, and present their findings in a clear and objective manner. They may cover a wide range of subjects, including politics, sports, crime, or entertainment. The role of a reporter is to provide accurate and timely news to the public, often working under tight deadlines. Reporters may work in the field, attending events or press conferences, or gather information remotely through research and interviews.

soldier
Soldier
[ noun ]
s
s
o
l
l
d
ʤ
ie
ɜ
r
r

someone who serves in an army, particularly a person who is not an officer

teacher
Teacher
[ noun ]
t
t
ea
i:
ch
ʧ
e
ə
r
r

someone who teaches things to people, particularly in a school

Who is a "teacher"?

A teacher is someone who works primarily in a classroom setting to help students learn and develop their knowledge in specific subjects. They create lesson plans, explain concepts, and assess students' understanding through tests, assignments, and activities. Teachers are typically responsible for guiding students through a curriculum and ensuring they meet educational standards. Their role focuses on fostering academic growth and providing support to students as they learn.

travel agent
Travel agent
[ noun ]
uk flag
/tɹˈævəl ˈeɪdʒənt/

someone who buys tickets, arranges tours, books hotels, etc. for travelers as their job

Grammatical Information:

compound noun
current
Current
[ Adjective ]
c
k
u
ɑ
rr
r
e
ə
n
n
t
t

happening or existing in the present time

noncurrent
government
Government
[ noun ]
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g
o
ə
v
v
e
ɜ
r
r
n
m
m
e
ə
n
n
t
t

the group of politicians in control of a country or state

Agency
[ noun ]
a
g
ʤ
e
ə
n
n
c
s
y
i

a business or organization that provides services to other parties, especially by representing them in transactions

drone
Drone
[ noun ]
d
d
r
r
o
n
n
e

a flying vehicle such as an aircraft that is controlled from afar and has no pilot

to deliver
To deliver
[ Verb ]
d
d
e
ɪ
l
l
i
ɪ
v
v
e
ɜ
r
r

to bring and give a letter, package, etc. to a specific person or place

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transitive
Rewilding
[ noun ]
uk flag
/ɹɪwˈɪldɪŋ/

the practice of restoring natural ecosystems and reintroducing native species to areas from which they have been extirpated

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