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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic - Test 2 - Listening - Part 4 (1)

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 2 - Listening - Part 4 (1) in the Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic
outwards
[Adverb]

in a direction away from the center or inside

Ex: The petals of the flower opened outwards towards the sun.
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to reveal
[Verb]

to make something visible

Ex: Peeling away the layers , the archaeologist revealed ancient artifacts buried for centuries .
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structure
[noun]

a part of a living organism that is made up of cells and is designed to perform a specific function

Ex: The leaf 's structure helps it absorb sunlight for photosynthesis .
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stylet
[noun]

a thin, needle-like structure used by some animals or plants to pierce or penetrate surfaces, typically for feeding or extracting fluids

Ex: The scientist looked at the insect 's stylet under the microscope .
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cell
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an organism's smallest unit, capable of functioning on its own

Ex: Cells are the building blocks of life , with each one containing a complex system of organelles and molecules .
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habitat
[noun]

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

Ex: Cacti are well adapted to the dry habitat of the desert .
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commonly
[Adverb]

in most cases; as a standard or norm

Ex: Such symptoms are commonly associated with allergies .
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bed
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the bottom surface of a body of water, such as a sea, lake, etc.

Ex: She could see the rocky bed of the shallow pond through the crystal-clear water .
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capable
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having the required quality or ability for doing something

Ex: The capable doctor provides compassionate care and accurate diagnoses to her patients .
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to continue to live or exist specifically after experiencing a particular severe event or accident

Ex: The small island community survived the hurricane by evacuating in time and rebuilding afterward .
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radiation
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energy transmitted through space or matter in the form of waves or particles

Ex: Radioactive materials emit radiation that can be harmful to living organisms .
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pressure
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(physics) the amount of force exerted per area that is measured in pascal, newton per square meter, etc.

Ex: Submarines withstand immense water pressure at great depths .
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to resist or endure the force, pressure, or challenges imposed upon oneself

Ex: The fabric used in outdoor furniture is designed to withstand exposure to harsh weather .
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species that do not possess or cannot develop a spinal column, such as an arthropod, mollusk, etc.

Ex: She studied various invertebrates in biology class , including earthworms and jellyfish .
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a tiny, soft-bodied animal with eight legs that can survive in extreme conditions

Ex: Some tardigrades were sent into space to test how they would react to space conditions .
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microscopic
[Adjective]

too small to be seen with the naked eye

Ex: The microscopic particles in the air were causing allergies .
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species
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a group that animals, plants, etc. of the same type which are capable of producing healthy offspring with each other are divided into

Ex: The monarch butterfly is a species of butterfly that migrates thousands of miles each year .
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to be a member or part of a particular group or organization

Ex: Despite different backgrounds , they all belong to the same sports team .
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phylum
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(biology) a taxonomic category between a class and a kingdom

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to range
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to have or include a variety of what is mentioned

Ex: His skills ranged from programming and web design to graphic design and video editing .
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to thrive
[Verb]

(of an animal, child, or plant) to grow with strength, health, or energy

Ex: The saplings thrived after being transplanted to nutrient-rich soil .
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to view
[Verb]

to carefully look at something

Ex: I will view the final draft of the report before submitting it .
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to coin
[Verb]

to create a new word, phrase, or expression

Ex: In the tech industry , innovators often coin terms to describe emerging technologies .
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to share
[Verb]

to hold common feelings, ideas, sentiments, etc. with someone else

Ex: My colleagues and I do n't share the same opinion on this matter .
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trait
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a distinguishing quality or characteristic, especially one that forms part of someone's personality or identity

Ex: His sense of humor was a trait that made him beloved by his friends .
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rounded
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having a smooth and curved shape, lacking sharp angles or corners

Ex: The rounded contours of the sculpture gave it a sense of fluidity and grace .
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barrel
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a round, hollow container with flat ends and curved sides, usually made of wood or metal, used to hold liquids

Ex: Farmers used a barrel to collect rainwater .
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to be made up of various components or parts within a whole

Ex: The project comprised multiple phases , each with specific objectives .
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segment
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one of the parts that make up the insects' body and are repeated, like the head, thorax, and abdomen, and each one usually has a pair of legs and other structures

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claw
[noun]

a sharp and curved nail on the toe of an animal or a bird

Ex: The tiger ’s powerful claws made it an excellent hunter .
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disc
[noun]

a rounded cartilage between the spinal bones

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by means of
[preposition]

by using or with the help of something

Ex: She cured her insomnia by means of meditation and yoga .
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suction
[noun]

the act of pulling something in by using air, water, or another force to create a space with lower pressure

Ex: The cup stuck to the wall because of suction.
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to enable
[Verb]

to give someone or something the means or ability to do something

Ex: Current developments in technology are enabling more sustainable practices .
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to cling
[Verb]

to grip or hold onto something tightly, making it difficult to separate or detach

Ex: The memories of their time together clung to her mind, making it hard for her to move on.
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to grip
[Verb]

to firmly hold something

Ex: In the tense moment , she could n't help but grip the armrest of her seat .
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prey
[noun]

an animal that is hunted and eaten by another animal

Ex: The cheetah 's speed helps it catch fast-moving prey.
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lung
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each of the two organs in the chest that helps one breathe

Ex: She experienced shortness of breath and wheezing , symptoms commonly associated with asthma , a chronic lung condition characterized by airway inflammation .
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organ
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any vital part of the body which has a particular function

Ex: The brain is the central organ of the nervous system , controlling most bodily functions .
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breathing
[noun]

the action of taking air into the lungs and sending it out again

Ex: Yoga exercises can help improve your breathing and reduce stress .
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at all
[Adverb]

to the smallest amount or degree

Ex: I do n't like him at all.
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fluid
[noun]

a substance that flows easily and takes the shape of its container, including both liquids and gases

Ex: Oil is a thick fluid often used to lubricate engines .
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cavity
[noun]

a natural empty space or hollow area inside the body

Ex: The doctor examined the ear cavity.
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used to refer to the specific matter or topic being discussed or considered

Ex: As far as his career is concerned, he has always been passionate about working in the field of technology.
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rather
[Adverb]

to a somewhat notable, considerable, or surprising degree

Ex: The weather today is rather chilly , you might want to wear a coat
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to pierce
[Verb]

(of something sharp) to make a hole or break in or through something

Ex: The hook pierced the fish 's mouth .
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used to indicate that the speaker or writer is providing an exact or accurate version of something, often to clarify, specify, or emphasize a particular point

Ex: The total cost of the project is $10,500, to be precise.
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a very tiny, soft-bodied animal with eight short legs that lives in wet places like moss and can survive in extremely hard conditions

Ex: A drop of water on a rock might have many moss piglets in it .
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squashed
[Adjective]

something that has been crushed or flattened

Ex: The squashed plastic bottle had to be recycled .
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without going into specific details or rare cases

Ex: The advice , generally speaking, is easy to follow .
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