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Key Extreme and Action Sports Vocabulary - Bungee Jumping

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Key Extreme and Action Sports Vocabulary
bungee jumping

an activity in which someone jumps from a very high place with a rubber cord tied around their ankles

Ex: Bungee jumping off the bridge gave him an exhilarating rush of adrenaline. 
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exciting
exciting
[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: It was exciting to see dolphins while we were on the boat. 
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sport
sport
[noun]

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Basketball is a dynamic sport that demands quick thinking and agility. 
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high
high
[Adjective]

having a relatively great vertical extent

Ex: The high mountain peaks were covered in snow. 
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elastic
elastic
[Adjective]

having a flexible quality, capable of returning to its original shape after being stretched or compressed

Ex: The waistband of the stretchy leggings was elastic, providing a comfortable fit. 
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cord
cord
[noun]

a flexible, insulated wire that carries electricity for household devices

Ex: She untangled the cord before plugging in the lamp. 
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foot
foot
[noun]

the body part that is at the end of our leg and we stand and walk on

Ex: He traced patterns in the sand with his foot, leaving temporary imprints. 
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history
history
[noun]

a description of a past event available in the form of a writing or recorded voice

Ex: The book contains the history of ancient Egypt. 
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ritual
ritual
[noun]

the act of conducting a series of fixed actions, particular to a religious ceremony

Ex: The priest performed the ritual of sprinkling holy water during the baptism. 
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Pacific Islands

a large group of islands scattered across the Pacific Ocean, including regions like Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia, known for tropical climates, diverse cultures, and beautiful landscapes

Ex: Many tourists dream of visiting the Pacific Islands for their white-sand beaches and clear waters. 
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island
island
[noun]

a piece of land surrounded by water

Ex: I collected seashells as souvenirs from the beautiful island. 
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vine
vine
[noun]

a climbing plant with grapes as its fruit

Ex: The gardener trimmed the vine to encourage healthier growth and prevent it from overtaking other plants. 
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tower
tower
[noun]

a tall and often narrow building that stands alone or is part of a castle, church, or other larger buildings

Ex: The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous landmarks in the world. 
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to believe

to accept something to be true even without proof

Ex: I believed her excuses for missing the meeting. 
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crop
crop
[noun]

a plant that is grown for food over large areas of land

Ex: The farmers planted a new crop of wheat this season. 
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to grow
to grow
[Verb]

(of a plant) to naturally exist and develop

Ex: Roses can grow beautifully in this climate. 
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modern
modern
[Adjective]

related to the most recent time or to the present time

Ex: Advances in modern medicine have greatly improved life expectancy. 
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sports club

an organization where people come together to practice, play, or compete in various sports

Ex: I joined a local sports club to improve my soccer skills. 
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bridge
bridge
[noun]

a structure built over a river, road, etc. that enables people or vehicles to go from one side to the other

Ex: They crossed the bridge to reach the other side of the river. 
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England
England
[noun]

the largest country in the United Kingdom, located in Western Europe

Ex: England is famous for its historic sites, including Stonehenge and the Tower of London. 
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: Harry Potter books are very popular among teenagers. 
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all over the (world|globe)

in every part of the world

Ex: The brand is recognized all over the world. 
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crane
crane
[noun]

a very large tall machine used for lifting heavy objects

Ex: The construction site buzzed with activity as the crane lifted steel beams into place for the new skyscraper. 
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jumper
jumper
[noun]

a person who jumps, especially in a physical activity or sport

Ex: The high jumper cleared the bar with perfect technique. 
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feeling
feeling
[noun]

an emotional state or sensation that one experiences such as happiness, guilt, sadness, etc.

Ex: The feeling of warmth from the sun on her skin filled her with comfort and contentment. 
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safety
safety
[noun]

the condition of being protected and not affected by any potential risk or threat

Ex: The company prioritizes safety by regularly inspecting equipment and training employees to avoid accidents. 
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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: Conserving water is important for the sustainable use of natural resources. 
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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: The dog tugged excitedly at the leash attached to its colorful harness. 
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carefully
carefully
[Adverb]

thoroughly and precisely, with close attention to detail or correctness

Ex: She carefully reviewed the final draft for errors. 
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professional
professional
[Adjective]

doing an activity as a job and not just for fun

Ex: She is a professional photographer, specializing in portrait and wedding photography. 
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operator
operator
[noun]

someone who owns or manages a business

Ex: The restaurant operator decided to expand to a second location. 
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site
site
[noun]

an area of land on which something is, was, or will be constructed

Ex: The construction workers cleared the site for the new office building. 
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secure
secure
[Adjective]

protected and free from any danger or risk

Ex: The bank vault is highly secure, with multiple layers of security measures in place. 
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instruction

guidance on how to carry out a task or operate something

Ex: Following the cooking instructions precisely is key to achieving the perfect dish. 
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safe
safe
[Adjective]

protected from any danger

Ex: The children are quite safe here, playing under the watchful eye of their parents. 
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