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Total English - Upper-intermediate - Unit 3 - Lesson 2

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 3 - Lesson 2 in the Total English Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "porcelain", "silk", "bronze", etc.

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Total English - Upper-intermediate
rubber
rubber
[noun]

a material that is elastic, water-resistant, and often used in various products such as tires, gloves, and erasers

Ex: The mechanic replaced the worn-out tires with new rubber ones.Ā 
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wood
wood
[noun]

the hard material that the trunk and branches of a tree or shrub are made of, used for fuel or timber

Ex: He chopped the wood into small pieces to use as firewood.Ā 
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gunpowder
gunpowder
[noun]

a type of powder that is explosive, used in making bullets, bombs, etc.

Ex: Gunpowder, also known as black powder, is a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur.Ā 
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glass
glass
[noun]

a hard material that is often clear and is used for making windows, bottles, etc.

Ex: She drank water from a glass bottle to reduce plastic waste.Ā 
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leather
leather
[noun]

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

Ex: He decided to invest in a high-quality leather jacket that would last for years and only get better with age.Ā 
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metal
metal
[noun]

a usually solid and hard substance that heat and electricity can move through, such as gold, iron, etc.

Ex: Iron is a commonly used metal in construction and manufacturing.Ā 
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paper
paper
[noun]

the thin sheets on which one can write, draw, or print things, also used as wrapping material

Ex: She wrote a letter on a piece of paper and mailed it to her friend.Ā 
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plastic
plastic
[noun]

a light substance produced in a chemical process that can be formed into different shapes when heated

Ex: Many household items, such as containers and toys, are made from plastic.Ā 
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porcelain
porcelain
[noun]

a hard, white, translucent ceramic material that is known for its strength, durability, and translucency

Ex: Porcelain is known for its strength and elegant appearance.Ā 
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bronze
bronze
[noun]

a reddish-brown alloy made primarily of copper combined with tin, and often small amounts of zinc, nickel, or other metals, to enhance strength and corrosion resistance

Ex: Engineers selected phosphor bronze for the marine bearings because of its resistance to saltwater erosion.Ā 
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cotton
cotton
[noun]

soft and white material that comes from a plant called cotton and is used to make clothing

Ex: The farmer harvested the cotton from the fields during late summer.Ā 
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denim
denim
[noun]

strong cotton cloth that is usually blue in color, particularly used in making jeans

Ex: She wore her favorite denim jeans, which had a perfectly worn-in feel and fit.Ā 
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gold
gold
[noun]

a valuable yellow-colored metal that is used for making jewelry

Ex: She wore a necklace adorned with a pendant made of gold.Ā 
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iron
iron
[noun]

a metallic chemical element with a silvery-gray appearance, widely used for making tools, steel, buildings, and various industrial products

Ex: Iron is commonly used in construction to make buildings and bridges.Ā 
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lycra
lycra
[noun]

a type of fabric that is stretchy and used to make tight fitting clothes such as athletic wear

Ex: The new yoga pants are made of lycra, giving them a snug and comfortable fit perfect for stretching exercises.Ā 
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silk
silk
[noun]

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

Ex: She draped a silk scarf around her neck, enjoying the cool, smooth texture against her skin.Ā 
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silver
silver
[noun]

a shiny grayish-white metal of high value that heat and electricity can move through it and is used in jewelry making, electronics, etc.

Ex: She wore a necklace adorned with a pendant made of silver.Ā 
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wool
wool
[noun]

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

Ex: His sweater was made of luxurious wool that kept him cozy.Ā 
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