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Face2face - Upper-intermediate - Unit 10 - 10A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 10 - 10A in the Face2Face Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "household", "boiler", "decorate", etc.

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Face2face - Upper-intermediate
household
[noun]

all the people living in a house together, considered as a social unit

Ex: The household was full of laughter and activity during the holiday season .
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to change
[Verb]

to make a person or thing different

Ex: Can you change the settings on the thermostat ?
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battery
[noun]

an object that turns chemical energy to electricity to give power to a device or machine

Ex: The smartphone's battery life has improved significantly with the latest technology.
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leak
[noun]

an opening or gap that allows fluid or gas to escape

Ex: She placed a bucket under the leak to catch the dripping water .
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a rounded glass that is inside an electric lamp and from which light shines

Ex: He accidentally broke the light bulb while changing it and had to sweep up the shards carefully .
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to put up
[Verb]

to place something somewhere noticeable

Ex: He was putting up a warning sign when the visitors arrived .
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shelf
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a flat, narrow board made of wood, metal, etc. attached to a wall, to put items on

Ex: We need to buy brackets to support the heavy shelf for the garage .
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tile
[noun]

a flat piece of baked clay or other material, mostly in the shape of a square, used for covering floors or walls

Ex: The swimming pool was lined with mosaic tiles, creating a shimmering mosaic pattern on the water 's surface .
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lighting
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the amount, quality, and distribution of light in a given space

Ex: The gallery used special lighting to highlight the artwork .
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an electronic security device that, when activated, emits a loud noise to deter and alert about unauthorized entry into a house, building, or other premises

Ex: He activated the burglar alarm before leaving the house for the weekend .
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duvet
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a cover for one's bed that is made of two layers of cloth and is filled with feathers, cotton, or other soft materials

Ex: We chose a lightweight duvet for the guest bedroom to accommodate varying preferences in temperature .
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to fix
[Verb]

to repair something that is broken

Ex: Right now , they are fixing the car in the garage .
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roof
[noun]

the structure that creates the outer top part of a vehicle, building, etc.

Ex: The snow on the roof started to melt in the warmth of the sun .
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key
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a specially shaped piece of metal used for locking or unlocking a door, starting a car, etc.

Ex: She inserted the key into the lock and turned it to open the door .
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to check
[Verb]

to discover information about something or someone by looking, asking, or investigating

Ex: Can you please check whether the documents are in the file cabinet ?
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do it yourself
[sentence]

the act of repairing, making, or doing things by oneself instead of paying a professional to do them

Ex: The satisfaction of completing a do-it-yourself project can be incredibly rewarding, knowing you accomplished something with your own hands.
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tyre
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a rubber covering filled with air that fits around a vehicle's wheel to help it move smoothly and safely on the road

Ex: They checked the tyre pressure before starting the long drive to ensure safety .
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oil
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a liquid that is smooth and thick, made from animals or plants, and used in cooking

Ex: They ran out of cooking oil and had to borrow some from their neighbor.
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to add beautiful things to something in order to make it look more attractive

Ex: She decided to decorate her garden with fairy lights and flowers .
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flat
[noun]

a place with a few rooms in which people live, normally part of a building with other such places on each floor

Ex: The real estate agent showed them several flats, each with unique features and layouts .
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room
[noun]

a space in a building with walls, a floor, and a ceiling where people do different activities

Ex: I found a quiet room to study for my exams .
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bath
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the action of washing our body in a bathtub by putting it into water

Ex: She wrapped herself in a bathrobe after the bath.
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to fill the role or take the place of someone or something

Ex: The original cast of the play was unexpectedly replaced due to scheduling conflicts .
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lock
[noun]

a device that firmly fastens a door, closet, etc. and usually needs a key to be opened

Ex: The safe had a sturdy lock to protect valuables stored inside .
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window
[noun]

a space in a wall or vehicle that is made of glass and we use to look outside or get some fresh air

Ex: The window had a transparent glass that allowed sunlight to pass through .
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to clean clothing, bedding, or other fabrics using special chemicals and not water

Ex: You can dry-clean delicate fabrics like wool and cashmere.
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floor
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the bottom of a room that we walk on

Ex: She spilled juice on the floor and immediately cleaned it up .
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suite
[noun]

a series of rooms, particularly in a hotel

Ex: They upgraded to a suite for their anniversary trip to enjoy the added comfort and amenities .
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to cut
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to divide a thing into smaller pieces using a sharp object

Ex: They cut the cake into slices to share with everyone .
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wood
[noun]

the hard material that the trunk and branches of a tree or shrub are made of, used for fuel or timber

Ex: They used the wood to build a fire .
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to check and fix something so it is becomes ready to be used

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car
[noun]

a road vehicle that has four wheels, an engine, and a small number of seats for people

Ex: We are going on a road trip and renting a car.
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clothes
[noun]

the things we wear to cover our body, such as pants, shirts, and jackets

Ex: She was excited to buy new clothes for the summer season .
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boiler
[noun]

a closed vessel in which water is heated to create steam or hot water, used for heating buildings, producing electricity, or powering machines

Ex: Boilers in power plants convert water into steam to drive turbines .
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