Total English - Advanced - Unit 7 - Reference

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - Reference in the Total English Advanced coursebook, such as "habitat", "sanctuary", "rare", etc.

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Total English - Advanced
mammal [noun]

a class of animals to which humans, cows, lions, etc. belong, have warm blood, fur or hair and typically produce milk to feed their young

Ex: Elephants , with their distinctive trunks and large ears , are among the most iconic mammals found in Africa and Asia .
trade [noun]

the activity of exchanging goods or services

Ex: Local markets thrive on the trade of fresh produce and handmade goods .

an animal that feeds on the flesh of other animals

Ex: Domestic cats are obligate carnivores , needing meat to thrive .
tame [adjective]

brought from a wild state under human control or accustomed to humans

Ex: The once-wild horse became tame after gentle training .
to stalk [verb]

to move stealthily or quietly towards prey or a target, typically in a deliberate and calculated manner

Ex: The predator silently stalked the wounded animal , waiting for the opportune moment to strike .
habitat [noun]

the place or area in which certain animals, birds, or plants naturally exist, lives, and grows

Ex: Urban expansion is destroying the habitat of many wild animals .
breed [noun]

a particular type of animal or plant that has typically been domesticated by people in a certain way

Ex: The Siamese cat breed is recognized for its striking blue eyes and vocal nature .

(of some animals or plants) to spend the winter sleeping deeply

Ex: The groundhog 's shadow is said to predict how long it will hibernate .

an area for birds and animals to live and to be protected from dangerous conditions and being hunted

Ex: The sanctuary is managed by conservationists who work to preserve biodiversity and protect wildlife .

a protected area of land or water that is set aside for the preservation and protection of natural habitats, wildlife, and plant species

Ex: The wetland nature reserve is home to many rare birds .
endangered [adjective]

(of an animal, plant, etc.) being at risk of extinction

Ex:
reptile [noun]

a class of animals to which crocodiles, lizards, etc. belong, characterized by having cold blood and scaly skin

Ex: The zoo has a variety of reptiles , including lizards , turtles , and snakes .
rare [adjective]

happening infrequently or uncommon in occurrence

Ex: The birth of albino animals is rare , as they have a genetic mutation that affects their pigmentation .
exotic [adjective]

originating in another country, particularly a tropical one

Ex: They went on a vacation to an exotic island in the Caribbean , enjoying the pristine beaches and lush landscapes .
cage [noun]

a framework made of metal bars or wires in which animals or birds can be kept

Ex: She bought a new cage for her hamster , complete with tunnels and a wheel for exercise .
predator [noun]

any animal that lives by hunting and eating other animals

Ex: Tigers , as solitary predators , stalk their prey silently through the dense forests of Asia .
nest [noun]

a structure that a bird makes for laying eggs or keeping the hatchlings in

Ex: The mother bird fiercely protected her nest from curious squirrels .
permanent [adjective]

continuing to exist all the time, without significant changes

Ex: They moved into a permanent home after years of traveling from place to place .

a once-thriving town or community that has been abandoned or largely deserted, often due to economic or environmental factors

Ex: Tourists visit the old ghost town to experience its eerie atmosphere .
spectacular [adjective]

extremely impressive and beautiful, often evoking awe or excitement

Ex: The fireworks display was spectacular , lighting up the entire sky .

an area of scenery visible in a single view

Ex: The photographer captured the desert landscape in detail .
active [adjective]

(of a volcano) currently showing signs of volcanic activity or having the potential to become active soon

Ex: Kilauea in Hawaii is considered an active volcano due to its frequent lava flows .
volcano [noun]

a mountain with an opening on its top, from which melted rock and ash can be pushed out into the air

Ex: The volcano 's eruption was one of the most destructive in history .
inhospitable [adjective]

providing an environment where life or growth is difficult or impossible

Ex: The inhospitable conditions in the area have led to very few inhabitants .

the latest or most advanced level of technology, design, or knowledge in a particular field

Ex: This smartphone is the state of the art in mobile devices .
secondhand [adjective]

previously owned or used by someone else

Ex:
available [adjective]

ready for being used or acquired

Ex: The hotel offers a range of available room options to suit different budgets .
handcrafted [adjective]

made by hand using traditional or artisanal methods rather than by automated or mass-production processes

Ex:
brand-new [adjective]

having never been used or worn before

Ex: He wore a brand-new suit to the important job interview .

the gradual damage or deterioration that occurs to an object or property as a result of normal use or aging

Ex: The wear and tear of machinery and fixed capital in general must be replaced in money .

used to refer to the availability of a product or property for purchase, sale, or rental

Ex: The house has been on the market for three months .