Interchange - Intermediate - Unit 7 - Part 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - Part 1 in the Interchange Intermediate coursebook, such as "stream", "assignment", "gadget", etc.

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Interchange - Intermediate
to use [verb]

to do something with an object, method, etc. to achieve a specific result

Ex: I use my keys to unlock the door .

a portable device that combines the functions of a cell phone and a computer, such as browsing the Internet, using apps, making calls, etc.

Ex: They used their smartphones to navigate through the unfamiliar city .

a camera that captures an image as digital data that can be kept and viewed on a computer

Ex: She prefers using a digital camera over her smartphone for photography .

‌a global computer network that allows users around the world to communicate with each other and exchange information

Ex: She spends a lot of time on the Internet , browsing social media .
e-reader [noun]

a hand-held electronic device that is used for reading e-books and other documents in digital format

Ex:
tablet [noun]

a flat, small, portable computer that one controls and uses by touching its screen

Ex: He prefers reading e-books on his tablet because it 's easier to carry around than physical books .
computer [noun]

an electronic device that stores and processes data

Ex: She customized the desktop wallpaper on her computer .

to play audio or video material from the Internet without needing to download the whole file on one's device

Ex: The platform allows users to stream movies in high definition directly to their devices .
robot [noun]

a machine that can perform tasks automatically

Ex: She programmed the robot to assist with household chores .
3-D [noun]

a movie that uses special techniques and technologies to create the illusion of depth in the images, making them look more lifelike and realistic than traditional flat, two-dimensional movies

Ex: She prefers traditional films over 3-D because it hurts her eyes .
printer [noun]

a machine, particularly one connected to a computer, that prints text or pictures onto paper

Ex: The printer is compatible with both Windows and Mac computers .

a vehicle that can operate without a human driver

Ex: Some people are worried about the safety of driverless cars on the road .

the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry

Ex: Technology plays a crucial role in the efficiency of modern factories .
drone [noun]

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

Ex: The delivery company is testing drones to quickly transport packages to customers in remote areas .
often [adverb]

on many occasions

Ex: The library is often quiet during weekdays .
sometimes [adverb]

on some occasions but not always

Ex: They sometimes play board games as a family .
hardly ever [adverb]

in a manner that almost does not occur or happen

Ex: He hardly ever arrives late to meetings .
never [adverb]

not at any point in time

Ex: I never thought I 'd see such a beautiful sunset .

websites and applications enabling users to share content and build communities on their smartphones, computers, etc.

Ex: They shared photos and updates on social media during their trip .

a task or piece of work that someone is asked to do as part of their job

Ex: His assignment required him to analyze market trends .
usage [noun]

the act putting something into use

to send [verb]

to have a person, letter, or package physically delivered from one location to another, specifically by mail

Ex: She decided to send a handwritten letter to her friend who lived overseas .
to watch [verb]

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

Ex: The audience eagerly watched the actors on stage during the play .
to take [verb]

to reach for something and hold it

Ex: May I take your coat and hat , sir ?

a small, thin piece of bent wire or plastic used for holding together sheets of paper

Ex: The report was held together with a red paper clip .
webcam [noun]

a camera connected to a computer that is used for recording or broadcasting videos of the user

Ex: During the virtual event , attendees used their webcams to participate in discussions and networking sessions .
pencil [noun]

a tool with a slim piece of wood and a thin, colored part in the middle, that we use for writing or drawing

Ex: She lends her pencil to a classmate who forgot to bring one .
invisible [adjective]

not capable of being seen with the naked eye

Ex: The invisible stains on the carpet were only revealed under UV light .
tape [noun]

a thin magnetic material on which a piece of music is recorded

Ex: After the concert , the musician listened to the tape to assess their performance and make improvements .
old [adjective]

(of a thing) having been used or existing for a long period of time

Ex: She visited an old castle and marveled at its medieval architecture .

to connect something to an electrical port

Ex: I need to plug in my electric car to charge it before I can go for a drive .
gadget [noun]

a mechanical tool or an electronic device that is useful for doing something

Ex: Sarah ’s favorite gadget is her noise-canceling headphones , which help her focus while working .
device [noun]

a machine or tool that is designed for a particular purpose

Ex: The remote control is a convenient device to operate the TV from a distance .

a small device used for storing data or transferring data between electronic devices

Ex: Many students use flash drives to store their assignments and projects for easy access at school .
crash [noun]

an event that causes a computer, system, or application to stop working

Ex: A software crash caused the program to close unexpectedly .
whiz [noun]

a person who is extremely skilled or knowledgeable in a particular area

Ex: He 's a real whiz at fixing computers .
hacker [noun]

someone who uses computers to illegally access someone else's computer or phone

Ex: The hacker installed malware on unsuspecting users ' devices to steal their personal information .
to edit [verb]

to choose and arrange the parts that are crucial to the story of a movie, show, etc. and cut out unnecessary ones

Ex: In the editing room , the team worked tirelessly to edit the action sequences .

the illegal use of someone's name and personal information without their knowledge, particularly to gain money or goods

Ex: He spent months resolving issues caused by identity theft after his personal information was stolen online .
flight [noun]

a scheduled journey by an aircraft

Ex:

an electronic device with a screen that receives television signals, on which we can watch programs

Ex: The television was turned off during dinner .