Total English Starter "Unit 9 - Lesson 3" Vocabulary

world

noun

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the planet earth, where we all live

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His dream is to sail around the world.

The world is home to a vast array of cultures and languages.

director

noun

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a person who manages or is in charge of an activity, department, or organization

club

noun

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a group of sports players, their manager, and staff such as a soccer or baseball club

famous

Adjective

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known by a lot of people

actor

noun

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someone whose job involves performing in movies, plays, or series

Who is an "actor"?

An actor is a person who performs in plays, movies, television shows, or other forms of entertainment by portraying characters through speech, movement, and expression. They interpret scripts, embody their characters, and convey emotions and stories to the audience. Actors work with directors and other cast members to bring a script to life, using their skills in voice, body language, and improvisation to create believable and engaging performances. Their role involves rehearsing, memorizing lines, and adapting to the needs of the production to deliver a compelling and convincing performance.

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coma

noun

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a state of deep unconsciousness, typically of a long duration and caused by a serious injury or severe illness

What is a "coma"?

A coma is a state of deep unconsciousness where a person cannot be woken up, open their eyes, or respond to their environment. It can be caused by various factors, such as severe head injury, stroke, drug overdose, or metabolic disorders. While in a coma, the brain's activity is significantly reduced, and the person is unable to perform voluntary actions. Comas can range in duration from a few days to several weeks or even longer. Treatment involves addressing the underlying cause and providing supportive care to protect the person's health and promote recovery if possible.

businesswoman

noun

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a woman who does business activities like running a company or participating in trade

in charge of

preposition

/ɪn tʃˈɑːɹdʒ ʌv/

Collocation

having control or responsibility for someone or something

to score

Verb

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to gain a point, goal, etc. in a game, competition, or sport

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transitive

nearly

Adverb

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to a degree that is close to being complete

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adverb of degree

hospital

noun

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a large building where sick or injured people receive medical treatment and care

What is a "hospital"?

A hospital is a medical place where doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals provide medical treatment and care to patients who are sick or injured. Hospitals have various departments, such as emergency rooms, operating rooms, and wards, where patients receive different types of medical care depending on their needs. Hospitals also offer services for diagnosing people, rehabilitation, and sometimes specialized treatments for specific medical conditions.

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birth

noun

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the event or process of a baby being born

death

What is "birth"?

Birth is the process of a baby being born and entering the world from the mother's womb. It signals the beginning of a person's life outside the mother’s body. Birth can occur through vaginal delivery or a cesarean section, also known as a C-section, and it typically involves labor, where the mother’s body works to bring the baby out.

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hundred

numeral

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the number 100

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