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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
to use
[Verb]

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

Ex: He is using his phone to take a picture. 
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smartphone

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: She relied on her smartphone to manage her schedule and stay connected. 
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digital camera

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

Ex: She used her digital camera to take pictures of the sunset. 
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the Internet

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

Ex: Can you recommend any good websites on the Internet? 
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e-reader
e-reader
[noun]

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

Ex: She bought an e-reader to carry her books more easily. 
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tablet
tablet
[noun]

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

Ex: She uses her tablet to take notes during lectures, finding it more convenient than a laptop. 
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computer
computer
[noun]

an electronic device that stores and processes data

Ex: He upgraded the computer's software for better performance. 
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to stream
to stream
[Verb]

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

Ex: They decided to stream the latest episode of their favorite TV show instead of waiting for it to download. 
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robot
robot
[noun]

a machine that can perform tasks automatically

Ex: The factory uses a robot to assemble parts with precision. 
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3-D
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: They watched the movie in 3-D instead of the regular version. 
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printer
printer
[noun]

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

Ex: He loaded the paper tray of the printer with fresh sheets. 
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driverless car

a vehicle that can operate without a human driver

Ex: The company is testing a new driverless car model in several cities. 
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global positioning system

a satellite system that shows a place, thing, or person's exact position using signals

Ex: She used her GPS to find the quickest route to her destination during the road trip. 
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technology

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

Ex: The technology used in modern smartphones has advanced rapidly. 
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drone
drone
[noun]

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

Ex: The photographer used a drone to capture stunning aerial shots of the landscape. 
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often
often
[Adverb]

on many occasions

Ex: He often helps his neighbors with their chores. 
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sometimes
sometimes
[Adverb]

on some occasions but not always

Ex: She sometimes practices yoga in the morning. 
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hardly ever
hardly ever
[Adverb]

in a manner that almost does not occur or happen

Ex: She hardly ever misses her morning jog. 
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never
never
[Adverb]

not at any point in time

Ex: She never eats meat; she's been vegetarian since birth. 
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social media

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

Ex: She spends hours on social media connecting with friends. 
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assignment

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

Ex: Her manager gave her a difficult assignment. 
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usage
usage
[noun]

the act putting something into use

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to send
to send
[Verb]

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

Ex: I need to send this important document to the head office by express mail. 
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to watch
to watch
[Verb]

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

Ex: He sat on the park bench and watched the sunset. 
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to take
to take
[Verb]

to reach for something and hold it

Ex: He took the cup of coffee from the table and sipped it slowly. 
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paper clip

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

Ex: She used a paper clip to keep the documents organized. 
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webcam
webcam
[noun]

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

Ex: The tech support agent asked the user to check their webcam to troubleshoot issues with the video call. 
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pencil
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: He uses a pencil to shade and create different tones in his artwork. 
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invisible
invisible
[Adjective]

not capable of being seen with the naked eye

Ex: The invisible ink on the paper only became visible when exposed to heat. 
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tape
tape
[noun]

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

Ex: The engineer carefully spliced the tape to edit out any mistakes in the recording. 
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old
old
[Adjective]

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

Ex: He fixed an old clock that had stopped ticking. 
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to plug in

to connect something to an electrical port

Ex: Before using the new appliance, make sure to read the instructions and know how to safely plug it in. 
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gadget
gadget
[noun]

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

Ex: John’s new kitchen gadget can chop vegetables in seconds, making meal prep much easier. 
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device
device
[noun]

a machine or tool that is designed for a particular purpose

Ex: The flashlight is a simple yet helpful device during power outages. 
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to [be] into {sb/sth}

to have a strong interest or attraction toward a particular person or thing

Ex: He's been into video games since he was a kid and still spends most of his free time playing them. 
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flash drive

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

Ex: I transferred the presentation to a flash drive so that I could easily share it with my colleagues. 
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crash
crash
[noun]

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

Ex: My laptop had a crash and I lost my unsaved work. 
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whiz
whiz
[noun]

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

Ex: She is a math whiz who solves problems quickly. 
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hacker
hacker
[noun]

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

Ex: The hacker gained unauthorized access to the company's database and stole sensitive information. 
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to edit
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: After shooting wrapped, the director and editor collaborated to edit the documentary. 
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identity theft

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

Ex: She became a victim of identity theft when someone used her Social Security number to open a bank account. 
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flight
flight
[noun]

a scheduled journey by an aircraft

Ex: He managed to catch some sleep during the long flight. 
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television

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

Ex: She watched her favorite show on the TV last night. 
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