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

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 4 - Listening - Part 2 in the Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic
photographic
photographic
[Adjective]

representing people or nature with the exactness and fidelity of a photograph

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prizewinning
prizewinning
[Adjective]

holding first place in a contest

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farmhouse
farmhouse
[noun]

a house near a farm in which a farmer lives

Ex: The farmhouse had a barn nearby , where they kept their animals .
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self-explanatory
self-explanatory
[Adjective]

clear and understandable without needing further explanation

Ex: The instructions were self-explanatory, so I did n't need help .
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demonstration

a clear display of how something is done or how it works

Ex: The app includes a video demonstration for first-time users .
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staircase
staircase
[noun]

a set of stairs inside a building including its surrounding side parts that one can hold on to

Ex: A wooden staircase connected the two levels of the house .
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landing
landing
[noun]

an area located between two sets of stairs or at the top of a staircase

Ex: The children raced up the stairs and paused at the landing to catch their breath .
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seating
seating
[noun]

an area that includes places where several people can sit

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competitive
competitive
[Adjective]

having a strong desire to win or succeed

Ex: Her competitive spirit drove her to seek leadership positions and excel in her career .
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wagon
wagon
[noun]

a type of wheeled vehicle that can be drawn by an animal or a tractor, typically used for transporting goods, people, or equipment

Ex: A modern utility wagon is used to transport tools and equipment around the construction site .
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to contain

to have or hold something within or include something as a part of a larger entity or space

Ex: The container contains a mixture of sand and salt , ready for use .
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cart
cart
[noun]

a simple, two-wheeled vehicle typically drawn by a horse or other animal, used for transporting goods and people

Ex: Carts were commonly used for short-distance transportation in rural areas .
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regional
regional
[Adjective]

involving a particular region or geographic area

Ex: Regional transportation networks connect cities and towns within a particular area .
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variation
variation
[noun]

a slight or noticeable change or alteration from the normal or standard state of something

Ex: This variation in the diet affects how animals adapt to their environment .
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beside
beside
[preposition]

next to and at the side of something or someone

Ex: She walked beside the river , enjoying the view .
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display board

a vertical surface on which information can be displayed to public view

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fragile
fragile
[Adjective]

easily damaged or broken

Ex: The fragile relationship between the two countries was strained by recent tensions .
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reception
reception
[noun]

the area at the entrance of a place, such as a hotel or office building, that often has seats for guests and visitors

Ex: Let 's regroup in reception after the meeting to discuss our next steps .
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to redevelop

to change an area by destroying old buildings, roads, etc. and constructing new ones instead

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at the moment

at the same time as what is being stated

Ex: I’m not available at the moment, but I’ll call you later.
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pond
pond
[noun]

an area containing still water that is comparatively smaller than a lake, particularly one that is made artificially

Ex: In winter , the pond froze over , allowing people to enjoy ice skating and other activities on its surface .
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wildlife
wildlife
[noun]

all wild animals, considered as a whole, living in the natural environment

Ex: The government has enacted laws to protect local wildlife.
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fence
fence
[noun]

a structure like a wall, made of wire, wood, etc. that is placed around an area or a piece of land

Ex: The roses look beautiful along the fence line.
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guide
guide
[noun]

a person whose job is to take tourists to interesting places and show them around

Ex: The knowledgeable museum guide made the history exhibits come alive .
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fee
fee
[noun]

the money that is paid to a professional or an organization for their services

Ex: There 's an additional fee if you require expedited shipping for your order .
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to charge
to charge
[Verb]

to ask a person to pay a certain amount of money in return for a product or service

Ex: The event organizers decided to charge for entry to cover expenses .
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to advise
to advise
[Verb]

to provide someone with suggestion or guidance regarding a specific situation

Ex: The teacher advised the students to study the textbook thoroughly before the exam .
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to supervise

to watch over someone as a security measure

Ex: The park ranger supervises visitors to ensure they respect the natural environment .
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to feature

to have something as a prominent or distinctive aspect or characteristic

Ex: The car featured advanced safety options such as automatic emergency braking .
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one-way
one-way
[Adjective]

moving or permitting movement in one direction only

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film studies

the academic subject that involves analyzing, understanding, and discussing movies, including their history, techniques, themes, and cultural impact

Ex: In film studies, students learn how to critique movies .
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background

the details about someone's family, experience, education, etc.

Ex: Understanding your students ' backgrounds can help you teach them better .
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to construct

to build a house, bridge, machine, etc.

Ex: To improve transportation , the city decided to construct a new subway system .
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hall of residence

a building or complex provided by a university or college for students to live in during term time

Ex: The new hall of residence was completed last year .
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extension
extension
[noun]

an addition that increases the size of a building

Ex: The extension included a garage and storage space .
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to accommodate

to have enough space for someone or something

Ex: This bookshelf is built to accommodate oversized books .
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apart from
apart from
[preposition]

used to indicate an exception or exclusion from something or someone

Ex: The car is in perfect condition apart from a small scratch on the door .
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I am afraid
I am afraid
[sentence]

used to indicate a sense of hesitancy, concern, or regret when communicating with others

Ex: I'm afraid we can't offer you a refund for that item.Our policy only allows for exchanges.
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shame
shame
[noun]

an unfortunate or disappointing situation that causes regret or sadness

Ex: It would be a shame to lose this beautiful building .
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interior
interior
[Adjective]

located on the inside part of a particular thing

Ex: They inspected the interior compartments of the suitcase before packing .
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architectural
architectural
[Adjective]

relating to the study or art of constructing or designing a building

Ex: The architectural style of the cathedral reflects the cultural influences of the region's history.
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feature
feature
[noun]

an important or distinctive aspect of something

Ex: The magazine article highlighted the chef 's innovative cooking techniques as a key feature of the restaurant 's success .
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outstanding
outstanding
[Adjective]

worthy of attention or recognition because of exceptional quality or distinct characteristics

Ex: The athlete 's outstanding achievements this season set a new record in the sport .
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access
access
[noun]

the right or opportunity to enter a place or see someone

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gallery
gallery
[noun]

a place in which works of art are shown or sold to the public

Ex: The gallery offers workshops for aspiring artists to learn new techniques and improve their skills .
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exhibition

a public event at which paintings, photographs, or other things are shown

Ex: The gallery hosted an exhibition of vintage posters from the early 20th century .
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to run
to run
[Verb]

to own, manage, or organize something such as a business, campaign, a group of animals, etc.

Ex: They run a herd of camels for desert expeditions .
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charge
charge
[noun]

the sum of money that needs to be payed for a thing or service

Ex: The doctor 's office informed me of the consultation charge before my appointment .
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to consider

to regard someone or something in a certain way

Ex: He considers himself lucky to have such a supportive family .
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cloakroom
cloakroom
[noun]

a room where coats and other articles can be left temporarily

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rucksack
rucksack
[noun]

a bag designed for carrying on the back, usually used by those who go hiking or climbing

Ex: She slung her rucksack over her shoulders and set off on the trail .
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woodland
woodland
[noun]

land that is filled with many trees

Ex: The children built a small fort out of sticks in the woodland behind their school .
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scene
scene
[noun]

the visible view of a specific area, including natural or man-made features within that space

Ex: The hikers paused to take in the serene scene of the lake reflecting the surrounding trees and sky .
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course
course
[noun]

a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject

Ex: The university offers a course in computer programming for beginners .
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