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Insight - Elementary - Unit 4 - 4A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 4 - 4A in the Insight Elementary coursebook, such as "forest", "sand", "carry", etc.

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Insight - Elementary
natural
[Adjective]

originating from or created by nature, not made or caused by humans

Ex: He preferred using natural fabrics like cotton and linen for his clothing .
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world
[noun]

the planet earth, where we all live

Ex: We must take care of the world for future generations .
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desert
[noun]

a large, dry area of land with very few plants, typically one covered with sand

Ex: They got lost while driving through the desert.
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forest
[noun]

a vast area of land that is covered with trees and shrubs

Ex: We went for a walk in the forest, surrounded by tall trees and chirping birds .
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grassland
[noun]

a large, open, and grass-covered area

Ex: The grassland is home to antelopes and zebras .
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ice
[noun]

frozen water, which has a solid state

Ex: The windshield was covered in ice, so I had to scrape it before driving .
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tree
[noun]

a very tall plant with branches and leaves, that can live a long time

Ex: We climbed the sturdy branches of the tree to get a better view .
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mountain
[noun]

a very tall and large natural structure that looks like a huge hill with a pointed top that is often covered in snow

Ex: We hiked up the mountain and enjoyed the breathtaking view from the top .
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plant
[noun]

a living thing that grows in ground or water, usually has leaves, stems, flowers, etc.

Ex: The tomato plant in my garden is starting to bear fruit .
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sand
[noun]

a pale brown substance that consists of very small pieces of rock, which is found in deserts, on beaches, etc.

Ex: The sand felt warm under their feet as they walked along the shoreline .
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snow
[noun]

small, white pieces of frozen water vapor that fall from the sky in cold temperatures

Ex: The town transformed into a winter wonderland as the snow continued to fall .
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baboon
[noun]

a large monkey with a doglike face and large teeth, native to Africa and South Asia

Ex: Female baboons typically give birth to a single offspring after a gestation period of around six months , with infants clinging to their mother 's fur for protection .
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elephant
[noun]

an animal that is very large, has thick gray skin, four legs, a very long nose that is called a trunk, and mostly lives in Asia and Africa

Ex: We were lucky to witness a herd of elephants grazing peacefully in the savannah .
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lion
[noun]

a powerful and large animal that is from the cat family and mostly found in Africa, with the male having a large mane

Ex: The lion's sharp teeth and claws are used for hunting .
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a small, brown bird that is commonly found in Africa, which feeds on parasites that live on the skin of mammals.

Ex: A herd of buffalo moved with several oxpecker birds on them .
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raven
[noun]

a large black bird belonging to the crow family with shiny feathers and a loud unpleasant call

Ex: In Norse mythology , the god Odin was often depicted accompanied by two ravens, Huginn and Muninn , representing thought and memory .
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a very large mammal with a thick gray skin and one or two horns on its nose, feeding on plants, which is native to Africa and Southern Asia

Ex: Conservation efforts are underway to protect rhinoceros populations and combat illegal wildlife trade .
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wolverine
[noun]

a wild mammal of the weasel family with a long tail and brown fur that could be found in cold parts of Europe and North America

Ex: A wolverine was spotted roaming the snowy forest .
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animal
[noun]

a living thing, like a cat or a dog, that can move and needs food to stay alive, but not a plant or a human

Ex: Whales are incredible marine animals that migrate long distances.
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to carry
[Verb]

to hold someone or something and take them from one place to another

Ex: The shopping bag was heavy because it had to carry groceries for the whole family .
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to bite
[Verb]

to cut into flesh, food, etc. using the teeth

Ex: He could n't resist the temptation and decided to bite into the tempting chocolate bar .
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to expect or hope for something

Ex: They will be looking for a favorable outcome in the court case .
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to hunt
[Verb]

to pursue wild animals in order to kill or catch them, for sport or food

Ex: We must respect wildlife conservation laws and not hunt protected species.
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to follow
[Verb]

to move or travel behind someone or something

Ex: The procession moved slowly , and the crowd respectfully followed behind .
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to dig
[Verb]

to remove earth or another substance using a tool, machine, or hands

Ex: The treasure hunter carefully dug for buried treasure using a metal detector .
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to escape from or suddenly leave a specific place, situation, or person, often in a hurried manner

Ex: During the chaos of the riot , some protesters tried to run away from the tear gas .
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bear
[noun]

a large animal with sharp claws and thick fur, which eats meat, honey, insects, and fruits

Ex: We need to be careful when camping in bear territory .
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chicken
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a farm bird that we keep to use its meat and eggs

Ex: The little girl giggled as the chickens pecked at her hand .
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cow
[noun]

a large farm animal that we keep to use its milk or its meat

Ex: The farmer used a bucket to collect fresh milk from the cow.
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eagle
[noun]

a large bird of prey with a sharp beak, long broad wings, and very good sight

Ex: With its sharp talons , the eagle effortlessly caught a fish from the river .
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fox
[noun]

a small to medium-sized carnivorous mammal with a pointed muzzle and bushy tail, often have reddish-brown fur and are known for being clever and adaptable

Ex: The fox's bushy tail helps it maintain balance while running .
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giraffe
[noun]

a tall animal with a very long neck and long legs that has brown spots on its yellow fur

Ex: Giraffes are iconic symbols of Africa 's wildlife , revered for their unique appearance and gentle demeanor .
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horse
[noun]

an animal that is large, has a tail and four legs, and we use for racing, pulling carriages, riding, etc.

Ex: The majestic horse galloped across the open field .
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monkey
[noun]

a playful and intelligent animal that has a long tail and usually lives in trees and warm countries

Ex: The monkey's long tail provided balance as it moved through the trees .
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pig
[noun]

a farm animal that has short legs, a curly tail, and a fat body, typically raised for its meat

Ex: The pig's snout is long and used for digging .
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sheep
[noun]

a farm animal that we keep to use its meat or wool

Ex: The sheep had thick wool that was used to make warm clothing .
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spider
[noun]

a small creature that spins webs to catch insects for food, with eight legs and two fangs by which poison is injected to its prey

Ex: The spider's web glistened in the sunlight , catching small insects .
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tiger
[noun]

a type of large and wild animal that is from the cat family, has orange fur and black stripes, and is mostly found in Asia

Ex: Tigers are known for their hunting and stalking skills .
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whale
[noun]

a very large animal that lives in the sea, with horizontal tail fin and a blowhole on top of its head for breathing

Ex: The whale's massive tail fin is called a fluke .
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wolf
[noun]

a big and wild animal from the same family as dogs that hunts for food in groups

Ex: Timber wolves, or gray wolves , are found in North America , Eurasia , and the Middle East .
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butterfly
[noun]

a flying insect with a long, thin body and large, typically brightly colored wings

Ex: We learned that butterflies undergo a remarkable transformation from caterpillar to adult .
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