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Essential Vocabulary for TOEFL - Transportation

Here you will learn some English words about transportation, such as "terminal", "runway", "navigate", etc. that are needed for the TOEFL exam.

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Essential Words Needed for TOEFL
connection

a means of transportation that is used by a passenger after getting off a previous one to continue their journey

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terminal
terminal
[noun]

a building where trains, buses, planes, or ships start or finish their journey

Ex: She arrived at the bus terminal just in time to catch her ride. 
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air traffic control

the process or act of controlling and directing the aircrafts during their flight which happens in the control tower using radio

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aviation
aviation
[noun]

the process of flying an aircraft

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to board
to board
[Verb]

to get on a means of transportation such as a train, bus, aircraft, ship, etc.

Ex: Passengers were instructed to board the airplane according to their assigned seat rows. 
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aboard
aboard
[Adverb]

on or into a vehicle such as a bus, train, plane, etc.

Ex: The passengers were already aboard when the train left the station. 
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transit
transit
[noun]

the transfer of people on a public transportation vehicle

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to touch down

(of an aircraft or spacecraft) to land on the ground

Ex: The helicopter touched down on the rooftop to rescue the stranded hikers. 
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runway
runway
[noun]

a strip of ground with a hard surface on which aircraft land or take off from

Ex: The plane slowly moved toward the runway. 
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on-board
on-board
[Adjective]

located or provided on a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle

Ex: The on-board doctor checked passengers throughout the flight. 
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in-flight
in-flight
[Adjective]

offered or occurring during a flight

Ex: The in-flight meal was served shortly after takeoff. 
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cabin crew

the group of people whose job is looking after the passengers on an aircraft

Ex: The cabin crew welcomed passengers aboard with friendly smiles and safety instructions. 
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excess baggage

luggage that weighs more than the amount each passenger is allowed on a flight without paying extra money

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ascent
ascent
[noun]

the act or process of moving upward

Ex: The balloon's slow ascent into the sky was mesmerizing to watch. 
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descent
descent
[noun]

downward movement

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control tower

the tallest building at an airport from which aircraft's movements are controlled

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turbulence

instability and sudden changes in the movement of water or air

Ex: The pilot warned the passengers to fasten their seatbelts as the plane entered an area of turbulence. 
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to navigate

to choose the direction of and guide a vehicle, ship, etc., especially by using a map

Ex: She helped the driver navigate by providing turn-by-turn directions. 
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jet lag
jet lag
[noun]

the confusion and tiredness one can experience after a long flight, particularly when rapidly traveling across multiple time zones

Ex: After flying from New York to Tokyo, she experienced severe jet lag for several days. 
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landing card

a card that a passenger on a ship or airplane fills in with their personal information and then gives to officials upon arrival

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shipping
shipping
[noun]

the act of transporting goods, particularly by sea

Ex: The shipping of goods from Asia to Europe has become more efficient with advancements in maritime technology. 
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cargo
cargo
[noun]

goods on board an aircraft, ship, or vehicle, being transported

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boarding pass

a ticket or card that passengers must show to be allowed on a ship or plane

Ex: He forgot his boarding pass in the waiting area and had to rush back to get it. 
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baggage claim

the area at an airport where passengers can collect their cases, bags, etc. after they land

Ex: After landing, travelers headed to the baggage claim to collect their bags. 
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transfer
transfer
[noun]

a ticket permitting a passenger to change from one conveyance to another

Ex: He used a transfer to continue his journey on a different bus. 
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freight
freight
[noun]

goods carried by aircraft, trains, trucks, or ships; the transportation of goods using this method

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to cruise
to cruise
[Verb]

to go on vacation by a ship or boat

Ex: For their anniversary, the couple decided to cruise around the Caribbean. 
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signpost
signpost
[noun]

a post displaying a sign that indicates directions or provides guidance on location or route

Ex: A signpost at the crossroads pointed to three different villages. 
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to pull in

(of a train or bus) to arrive at a station

Ex: The train pulled in right on time. 
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to pull out

(of a train or bus) to leave a station with passengers on board

Ex: The 9 o'clock train pulled out right on time. 
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approach
approach
[noun]

the part during an aircraft's flight when it is about to land

Ex: The pilot began the approach to the runway carefully. 
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autopilot
autopilot
[noun]

a system or device in a ship or aircraft that can keep it on a preset course

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co-pilot
co-pilot
[noun]

a pilot who assists the main pilot during a flight

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carry-on
carry-on
[noun]

a suitcase or a small bag that one can carry onto an airplane

Ex: She packed a small carry-on for her weekend trip. 
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coach
coach
[noun]

the cheapest class of accommodations on a train or plane

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hub
hub
[noun]

a central station, airport, etc. that provides passengers with many services

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steward
steward
[noun]

a person who attends to passengers on an airplane, train, or ship

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