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SAT Natural Sciences - Everyday Objects

Here you will learn some English words related to everyday objects, such as "apparatus", "wick", "heirloom", etc. that you will need to ace your SATs.

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SAT Vocabulary for Natural Sciences
utensil
utensil
[noun]

an object that is used for cooking or eating

Ex: Wooden utensils are preferred for stirring sauces in non-stick pans .
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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 often used for high-quality dinnerware .
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garment
garment
[noun]

an item of clothing that is worn on the body, including various types of clothing such as shirts, pants, dresses, etc.

Ex: She selected a lightweight garment for her trip to the tropics , prioritizing comfort in the warm climate .
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apparatus
apparatus
[noun]

tools or machines that are designed for a specific purpose

Ex: The gymnastics competition required athletes to perform routines on various apparatus such as the balance beam and parallel bars .
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wick
wick
[noun]

a piece of material, typically cotton or another fibrous substance, used to draw liquid, such as wax or oil, up into a flame for burning or illumination

Ex: The mosquito coil had a slow-burning wick that released repellent smoke over time .
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corkscrew
corkscrew
[noun]

a small tool with a pointy spiral metal for pulling out corks from bottles

Ex: The bartender reached for a corkscrew to open the new bottle of Chardonnay , skillfully extracting the cork without breaking it .
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turntable
turntable
[noun]

the flat and circular part of a record player on which the record is placed in order to be played

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pamphlet
pamphlet
[noun]

a small book with a paper cover giving information about a particular subject

Ex: The political candidate 's campaign team handed out pamphlets outlining their platform and proposed policies to potential voters .
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purifier
purifier
[noun]

a device that cleans air, water, or other substances by removing pollutants, making them safer or more pleasant to use

Ex: The purifier system at the wastewater treatment plant ensures that discharged water meets environmental standards .
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receipt
receipt
[noun]

a written or printed document that shows the payment for a set of goods or services has been made

Ex: The hotel gave me a receipt when I checked out .
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debris
debris
[noun]

the scattered pieces of waste, remains, or broken objects, often left after destruction or an accident

Ex: The firefighters carefully moved the debris to prevent further collapse .
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swab
swab
[noun]

a mop or cleaning tool with a long handle and absorbent material on the end, used for cleaning floors

Ex: She wrung out the swab before continuing to clean the floor .
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canister
canister
[noun]

a cylindrical metal container that is used for storing a roll of film

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pulley
pulley
[noun]

a wheel with a track where a rope or chain runs, used to lift heavy objects easily

Ex: They installed a pulley in the garage to lift the engine out of the car .
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pellet
pellet
[noun]

a small, rounded or cylindrical piece of material, often used as fuel, food, or ammunition

Ex: The cat chased the pellet across the floor , batting it with her paws .
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cistern
cistern
[noun]

a container that stores water needed for flushing a toilet, often stored in the roof

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raft
raft
[noun]

a board that is consisted of long pieces of a wood, reed, etc. tied together, which people use to sail or float on water

Ex: The raft was made of wooden planks tied together with ropes .
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clamp
clamp
[noun]

a device that is used to hold or compress two or more things together firmly

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shard
shard
[noun]

a sharp piece of broken material, such as glass or pottery

Ex: He stepped on a shard, wincing in pain .
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lattice
lattice
[noun]

a structure made of strips of wood, metal, or other rigid material arranged in a criss-crossed, grid-like pattern

Ex: The botanical garden contained displays of flowering vines trained to grow through colorful lattices.
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dispenser
dispenser
[noun]

a device used for controlled and measured release of medications, fluids, or other substances in healthcare settings

Ex: In the emergency room , a liquid dispenser aided the quick administration of necessary fluids .
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scraper
scraper
[noun]

a tool for removing dirt, paint, or other unwanted matter from a surface by scraping

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rosette
rosette
[noun]

a decorative element in the shape of a stylized flower, often used as an ornament or embellishment in architecture and design

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chandelier

a decorative light fixture that hangs from the ceiling and usually has multiple branches or arms for holding lights

Ex: The rustic chandelier made of wrought iron added a touch of charm to the cozy cottage 's living room .
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harness
harness
[noun]

a piece of equipment that fits around an animal's body, typically a dog or cat, and is used to secure and control the animal

Ex: He adjusted the harness to fit snugly around the dog 's chest before heading out .
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knob
knob
[noun]

a small, often rounded, handle that lets one open and close a door

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springboard

a bouncy platform that helps people jump higher, often seen in pools and gymnastics arenas

Ex: She used the springboard to gain extra height for her dive .
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bangle
bangle
[noun]

a rigid piece of jewelry in a circular shape worn around the wrist

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drapery
drapery
[noun]

fabric that is hung in beautiful, flowing folds, often used to cover windows or decorate rooms

Ex: He studied the intricate embroidery on the drapery that framed the antique mirror .
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souvenir
souvenir
[noun]

something that we usually buy and bring back for other people from a place that we have visited on vacation

Ex: They picked up some local chocolates as souvenirs to share with friends and family back home .
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keepsake
keepsake
[noun]

an object kept or given to someone as a reminder of a person, place, or event, often holding sentimental value

Ex: As a parting gift , she gave him a handwritten letter to serve as a keepsake of their friendship .
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strand
strand
[noun]

a single slender thread of something such as a fiber, hair, etc.

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doily
doily
[noun]

a small circular piece of cloth or paper with many small holes that is put on a plate under a cake

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bedspread
bedspread
[noun]

a decorative covering for a bed that is designed to drape over the entire bed, including the pillows, and often reaches the floor

Ex: The bedspread matched the curtains perfectly , creating a cohesive room design .
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afghan
afghan
[noun]

a cozy and typically colorful knitted or crocheted blanket or throw, often handmade

Ex: The afghan on her bed was a cherished heirloom passed down through generations .
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fixture
fixture
[noun]

a piece of equipment such as a bath that is permanently affixed inside a house or building and people cannot take it out when they move out

Ex: The tenants asked if they could replace the outdated fixtures with modern ones .
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spatula
spatula
[noun]

a kitchen tool with a broad and flat part on one end, used for turning and lifting food

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tinder
tinder
[noun]

a dry, easily combustible material such as small twigs or dry leaves used to ignite a fire

Ex: He used dry grass as tinder to start the barbecue grill .
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heirloom
heirloom
[noun]

a cherished object, typically passed down through generations within a family, holding significant sentimental or historical value

Ex: They gathered around the heirloom piano for family sing-alongs during holidays .
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implement
implement
[noun]

a tool or device used for a specific task or purpose, often essential in daily activities

Ex: He packed camping implements such as a tent , cooking stove , and sleeping bag for the trip .
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blindfold
blindfold
[noun]

a cloth or covering used to cover someone's eyes, typically secured with ties or straps

Ex: He closed his eyes and pulled the blindfold down, preparing for the sensory experience.
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pocketbook

a small, usually rectangular container used to carry personal items such as money, credit cards, and identification cards

Ex: He checked his pocketbook to make sure he had enough cash for dinner .
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ornamentation

decorative features or designs that make something look nicer

Ex: The living room curtains were chosen for their elegant ornamentation of embroidered patterns .
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syringe
syringe
[noun]

a tube with a long hollow needle at the end that is used to inject or withdraw fluids

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trellis
trellis
[noun]

a framework made of metal or wood bars for supporting climbing plants or fruit trees

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figurine
figurine
[noun]

a small decorative statue or sculpture typically made from materials such as porcelain, ceramic, wood, or resin

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fragment
fragment
[noun]

a small piece or part that has broken off from a larger whole, often referring to objects or materials

Ex: The detective found fragments of glass near the broken window , indicating a break-in .
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container
container
[noun]

any object that can be used to store something in, such as a bottle, box, etc.

Ex: She filled the container with water .
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putty
putty
[noun]

a pliable material used for filling gaps and cracks in surfaces, providing a smooth and durable finish

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quilt
quilt
[noun]

a type of bedding made of three layers, a top layer, a middle layer of batting or filling, and a bottom layer, that are stitched or tied together to form a pattern or design

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veil
veil
[noun]

a piece of fabric worn over the head and often the face by women to conceal or protect their face

Ex: In some cultures , women wear a veil as part of their traditional attire .
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grid
grid
[noun]

a metal rack with parallel bars arranged in a pattern, used for grilling or baking food evenly

Ex: They bought a new oven with an adjustable grid for baking various sizes of trays .
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