Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic - Test 2 - Listening - Part 4

a defining or distinctive feature of something

the styles and trends of clothing, accessories, makeup, and other items that are popular in a certain time and place

a process or state in which something becomes more advanced, stronger, etc.

a flat, leather or plastic case with a handle, used for carrying papers or documents

suited to one's comfort or preferences, often in terms of time, location, or availability

to move or adjust something quickly and briefly

to think that something is probably true, especially something bad, without having proof

to not notice or see something

to trace the existence or origin of something to a specific point in time

extending to the knee

use a name to designate

short pants that end above the knee, often worn as a part of the outfit for horse riding

an item of clothing for the top half of one's body, traditionally worn by men, that is tight fitting, sleeveless, collarless, with buttons in the front, and worn usually under a jacket and over a shirt

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

to cover the interior surface of something, often for protection, decoration, or insulation

to join two or more pieces of fabric or other materials together, often by using a needle and thread

material used for making clothes, which is made by knitting or weaving silk, cotton, etc.

a person whose job is making clothes, especially for men

a person, organization, company, etc. that pays to get things from businesses or stores

a person who wears or has something on, such as clothing, accessories, or equipment

a human body (usually including the clothing)

a narrow opening

in a manner that is gradually growing in degree, extent, or frequency over time

intended to look attractive rather than being of practical use

appealing in a way that is fashionable and elegant

simple in design, without a specific pattern

instrument used in the practice of medicine

a medical doctor who specializes in general medicine, not in surgery

used to introduce a specific point or reason in a discussion or argument

to extend one's hand far enough to be able to pick something up, touch something, etc.

indicating a large number of something

(usually plural) anything that a person has or owns at a specific time

equal to a specified amount of money, etc.

easily hurt, often due to weakness or lack of protection

the illegal act of taking something from a place or person without permission

used to specify or emphasize a particular aspect or detail within a broader context

in a steady or unchanging way over time

a criminal who steals money or other goods from people's pockets or bags

a thin, flexible cord made from fibers twisted together, commonly used for tying, fastening, or threading objects

cloth that is made by weaving cotton yarn, silk, etc., which is used in making clothes

used again or transformed into a new product after being processed

cloth that is made from the fibers of a plant called flax, used to make fine clothes, etc.

to have something as a prominent or distinctive aspect or characteristic

fine or intricate in texture, structure, or design

elaboration of an interpretation by the use of decorative (sometimes fictitious) detail

a small bag or sack, often made of soft material, that is used to carry or store small items or objects

in a manner that is bound to happen due to underlying circumstances

a bag that is small and used, especially by women, to carry personal items

a distinct period of history or culture, or a specific moment or duration of time

to get rid of something, often by throwing it away or selling it

in every way or to the fullest degree

the part of the body between the ribs and hips, which is usually narrower than the parts mentioned

to be positioned in a way that the top part is fixed or connected to something, but the bottom part can move freely without touching the ground

a variety of things that are different but are of the same general type

a loose light underskirt that has a pleated, ruffled or lace edge

in most cases; as a standard or norm

an open or empty space in or between things

to possess or have with oneself, typically referring to items such as personal belongings, tools, or accessories

fastened by tying on

to change without becoming totally different

large and occupying a significant amount of space, often hard to handle

having qualities that make something easily seen or recognized

to be prominent and easily noticeable

to lessen the value or quality of something

someone or something that is being described, discussed, or dealt with

someone who buys and uses services or goods

referring to a specific thing, person, or group, distinct from others

to establish a physical connection or attachment between two or more things

several and of different types or kinds

a part of cloth that hangs down or bends over itself in a smooth, loose shape