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Total English - Elementary - Unit 8 - Reference

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 - Reference in the Total English Elementary coursebook, such as "pullover", "man-made", "formal", etc.

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boot
[noun]

a type of strong shoe that covers the foot and ankle and often the lower part of the leg

Ex: The rain soaked through her boots, making her feet wet .
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coat
[noun]

a piece of clothing with long sleeves, worn outdoors and over other clothes to keep warm or dry

Ex: She wrapped her coat tightly around herself to stay warm .
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dress
[noun]

a piece of clothing worn by girls and women that is made in one piece and covers the body down to the legs but has no separate part for each leg

Ex: She tried on several dresses before finding the perfect one .
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glove
[noun]

item of clothing for our hands with a separate space for each finger

Ex: Kids love wearing colorful gloves when playing in the snow .
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hat
[noun]

a piece of clothing often with a brim that we wear on our heads, for warmth, as a fashion item or as part of a uniform

Ex: She used to wear a wide-brimmed hat to protect her face from the sun .
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jacket
[noun]

a short item of clothing that we wear on the top part of our body, usually has sleeves and something in the front so we could close it

Ex: The jacket is made of waterproof material , so it 's great for rainy days .
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pullover
[noun]

a warm knitted piece of clothing made of wool with long sleeves and no buttons

Ex: The pullover was soft and comfortable to wear .
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sandal
[noun]

an open shoe that fastens the sole to one's foot with straps, particularly worn when the weather is warm

Ex: The colorful beaded sandals were handmade by a local artisan .
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scarf
[noun]

a piece of cloth, often worn around the neck or head, which can be shaped in a square, rectangular, or triangular form

Ex: The scarf she wore had a beautiful pattern that matched her dress .
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shirt
[noun]

a piece of clothing usually worn by men on the upper half of the body, typically with a collar and sleeves, and with buttons down the front

Ex: The shirt was too small for me , so I exchanged it for a larger size .
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shoe
[noun]

something that we wear to cover and protect our feet, generally made of strong materials like leather or plastic

Ex: She put on her running shoes and went for a jog in the park.
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shorts
[noun]

short pants that end either above or at the knees

Ex: She paired her denim shorts with a light cotton shirt for a casual day out .
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skirt
[noun]

a piece of clothing for girls or women that fastens around the waist and hangs down around the legs

Ex: This skirt has a stretchy waistband for comfort .
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suit
[noun]

a jacket with a pair of pants or a skirt that are made from the same cloth and should be worn together

Ex: The suit he wore was tailored to fit him perfectly .
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dark glasses that we wear to protect our eyes from sunlight or glare

Ex: The sunglasses had a cool design with mirrored lenses .
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tie
[noun]

a long and narrow piece of fabric tied around the collar, particularly worn by men

Ex: She helped her father pick out a matching tie for his business meeting .
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trainer
[noun]

a sports shoe with a rubber sole that is worn casually or for doing exercise

Ex: She wore her favorite trainers with jeans for a casual look .
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trousers
[noun]

a piece of clothing that covers the body from the waist to the ankles, with a separate part for each leg

Ex: He prefers to wear trousers made from breathable fabric during the hot summer months .
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T-shirt
[noun]

a casual short-sleeved shirt with no collar, usually made of cotton

Ex: She folded her T-shirt and put it neatly in the drawer .
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cotton
[noun]

cloth made from the fibers of the cotton plant, naturally soft and comfortable against the skin

Ex: I love the versatility of cotton clothing , from casual T-shirts for lounging at home to elegant cotton dresses for special occasions .
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leather
[noun]

strong material made from animal skin and used for making clothes, bags, shoes, etc.

Ex: After years of use , the leather shoes had developed a rich patina that added character and charm .
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silk
[noun]

a type of smooth soft fabric made from the threads that silkworms produce

Ex: They decided to use silk curtains for the living room to give it a more refined look .
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wool
[noun]

the soft and thick hair that grows on the body of sheep and goats

Ex: The soft wool from the sheep was used to make warm blankets .
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man-made
[Adjective]

created by humans rather than occurring naturally in the environment

Ex: Pollution is a serious man-made problem .
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natural
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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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material
[noun]

cloth or fabric used to make different items of clothing

Ex: He searched for a waterproof material to make the outdoor jackets .
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casual
[Adjective]

(of clothing) comfortable and suitable for everyday use or informal events and occasions

Ex: He likes to keep it casual when meeting friends , usually wearing a simple polo shirt and shorts .
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comfortable
[Adjective]

(of an object) making you feel relaxed because of it is warm or soft and does not hurt the body

Ex: He opted for a comfortable hoodie and sweatpants for the lazy Sunday afternoon .
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dark
[Adjective]

(of a color) having a deep or intense hue

Ex: The sunset transitioned from a bright orange to a dark crimson , signaling the end of the day .
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fashionable
[Adjective]

following the latest or the most popular styles and trends in a specific period

Ex: The fashionable neighborhood is known for its trendy cafes , boutiques , and vibrant street fashion .
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formal
[Adjective]

suitable for fancy, important, serious, or official occasions and situations

Ex: The students had to follow a formal process to apply for a scholarship .
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heavy
[Adjective]

having a large and solid body or structure

Ex: The heavy frame of the statue was crafted from solid marble , giving it an imposing presence .
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informal
[Adjective]

suitable for friendly, relaxed, casual, or unofficial occasions and situations

Ex: The staff had an informal celebration to mark the end of the project .
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light
[Adjective]

(of color) having less intensity, often because of a small amount of pigment

Ex: She painted the walls in a light blue to brighten up the room .
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loose
[Adjective]

(of clothes) not tight or fitting closely, often allowing freedom of movement

Ex: The loose shirt felt comfortable on a hot summer day .
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tight
[Adjective]

(of clothes or shoes) fitting closely or firmly, especially in an uncomfortable way

Ex: The tight collar of his shirt made him feel uncomfortable .
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scruffy
[Adjective]

having an appearance that is untidy, dirty, or worn out

Ex: The small , scruffy bookstore on the corner was filled with charming , well-loved books .
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smart
[Adjective]

(of people or clothes) looking neat, tidy, and elegantly fashionable

Ex: The smart outfit she chose for the interview made a great first impression on her potential employer .
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weather
[noun]

things that are related to air and sky such as temperature, rain, wind, etc.

Ex: We had to cancel our outdoor plans due to the stormy weather.
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sunny
[Adjective]

very bright because there is a lot of light coming from the sun

Ex: The sunny weather melted the snow , revealing patches of green grass .
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hot
[Adjective]

having a higher than normal temperature

Ex: The soup was too hot to eat right away .
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warm
[Adjective]

having a temperature that is high but not hot, especially in a way that is pleasant

Ex: They enjoyed a warm summer evening around the campfire .
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cool
[Adjective]

having a pleasantly mild, low temperature

Ex: They relaxed in the cool shade of the trees during the picnic .
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raining
[Adjective]

falling like rain or in drops

Ex: The raining droplets on the window created a soothing sound that helped her relax.
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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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cold
[Adjective]

having a temperature lower than the human body's average temperature

Ex: The ice cubes made the drink refreshingly cold.
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cloudy
[Adjective]

having many clouds up in the sky

Ex: We decided to postpone our outdoor plans due to the cloudy weather .
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windy
[Adjective]

having a lot of strong winds

Ex: The windy weather is perfect for flying kites .
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foggy
[Adjective]

filled with fog, creating a hazy atmosphere that reduces visibility

Ex: They decided to stay indoors because it was too foggy to play outside .
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heat
[noun]

a state of having a higher than normal temperature

Ex: The heat in the tropical forest was humid and stifling .
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heat wave
[noun]

a period of hot weather, usually hotter and longer than before

Ex: During a heat wave, it ’s important to check on elderly neighbors who may be more vulnerable to extreme temperatures .
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mild
[Adjective]

(of weather) pleasantly warm and less cold than expected

Ex: A mild autumn day is perfect for a walk in the park .
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