Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic - Test 1 - Listening - Part 3

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 1 - Listening - Part 3 in the Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic

the action of finding someone a job, home, or school

animals that are kept on a farm, such as cows, pigs, or sheep

Ex: Proper care and feeding are essential for healthy livestock .

to help someone, especially to make it easier for them to do something

Ex: She asked her neighbor to help out by watching her pets while she was on vacation .

to give birth to a baby or offspring

Ex: The zookeepers eagerly awaited the moment when the giraffe would deliver her calf .
straightforward [adjective]

easy to comprehend or perform without any difficulties

Ex: The process for renewing your driver 's license is straightforward ; you just need to fill out a form and pay a fee .
birth [noun]

the event or process of a baby being born

Ex: They celebrated the baby 's birth with a small gathering of close friends and family .

to move unsteadily or with difficulty

Ex: The injured athlete , with a twisted ankle , had to stagger off the field , wincing with each unsteady step .

without any delay

Ex: She called me straight away when she got the news .

to discuss thoroughly and understand all the details of something

Ex: We need to talk through the implications of this decision .
valley [noun]

a low area of land between mountains or hills, often with a river flowing through it

Ex: The valley was covered in a blanket of snow in the winter .
lowland [adjective]

of relatively low or level country

a doctor who is trained to treat animals

Ex: The veterinarian performed surgery on the cat to remove a tumor .
to set [verb]

to reset broken or dislocated bones before the cast, brace, or splint is put on and without cutting the skin open

Ex: The paramedic was trained to set bones at the accident scene .
to breed [verb]

to make animals produce offspring in a way that is suitable for human beings

Ex: Professional horse breeders carefully pair stallions and mares to breed championship racehorses .
solid [adjective]

having a strong and sturdy structure

Ex: The solid steel frame of the bridge provided the necessary support for heavy traffic .
hard-wearing [adjective]

(of a material or product) durable and able to withstand frequent use or wear without showing signs of damage

Ex: She bought a hard-wearing suitcase that could endure rough handling during travel .

an additional component or element that enhances or improves the capability of something

Ex: The manual came with a supplement explaining new features .
feed [noun]

food for domestic livestock

a substance that, when dissolved in a solution, produces ions and enables the conduction of electric current

Ex:
overpriced [adjective]

expensive in way that is not reasonable

Ex: The hotel stay felt overpriced given its poor facilities .
routine [noun]

a set of actions or behaviors that someone does regularly or habitually

Ex: The teacher started the class with her usual routine .

to need or demand something as necessary for a particular purpose or situation

Ex: To operate the machinery safely , it will require proper training .
embarrassing [adjective]

causing a person to feel ashamed or uneasy

Ex: Accidentally sending a private text message to the wrong person is always embarrassing .
to treat [verb]

to provide medical care such as medicine or therapy to heal injuries, illnesses, or wounds and make someone better

Ex: Instructors often teach individuals how to treat minor injuries .

a drug that is used to destroy bacteria or stop their growth, like Penicillin

the process of taking in food or drink through the mouth

Ex: Consumption of sugary snacks should be limited for dental health .

any object that can be used to store something in, such as a bottle, box, etc.

Ex: The kitchen was filled with various containers for spices and herbs .
to pour [verb]

to make a container's liquid flow out of it

Ex: The bartender poured a drink for the customer .
minor [adjective]

having little importance, effect, or seriousness

Ex: The error in the report was minor and easily corrected .

a medical process in which a part of body is cut open to repair or remove a damaged organ

Ex: He underwent a successful operation to remove the appendix , and he was discharged the following day .
capable [adjective]

having the required quality or ability for doing something

Ex: The capable student excels in academics , consistently achieving high grades .

to think or have an opinion about something

Ex: Many people reckon that kindness can significantly impact others ' lives .
term [noun]

one of the three periods in the academic year during which multiple classes are held in schools, universities, etc.

Ex: He enrolled in three courses for the spring term .
module [noun]

a unit of study within a course offered by a college or university, covering a specific topic or area of study

Ex: The module on renewable energy sources is a core component of the environmental science program .
apparently [adverb]

used to convey that something seems to be true based on the available evidence or information

Ex: Apparently , the train is delayed due to technical issues .

a set of specialized terms that are used in a specific science, art, business, or profession

Ex: The textbook includes a glossary of technical terminology for students .

used to express one's sadness or disappointment about something

Ex: The moment she heard the news of her friend 's sudden passing , her heart sank , overwhelmed by grief and a profound sense of loss .

the field of science that studies food and drink and their effects on the human body

Ex: Her passion for nutrition led her to pursue a career as a dietitian , helping others improve their health and well-being through proper nutrition .
contaminated [adjective]

made impure or polluted by harmful substances, bacteria, or viruses

Ex:

used to highlight differences or similarities when comparing two or more things or people

Ex: By comparison , her sister is more outgoing and sociable .
domesticated [adjective]

(of a wild animal) tamed and adapted to live with or to the benefit of humans

Ex:

a domestic mammal of the cow family with long horns that is used in farming, originated in Asia

to completely destroy something, particularly a problem or threat

Ex: The government is committed to eradicating poverty through various social programs .
case [noun]

an example of a certain kind of situation

Ex: This is a rare case of a disease that usually affects children .

something that we take to prevent or treat a disease, or to feel less pain

Ex: Some medications can have side effects , so read the instructions carefully

the accidental or deliberate release of liquid petroleum or its products into the environment, especially into bodies of water, causing ecological damage

Ex: Oil spills can devastate marine ecosystems for years .

a long piece of writing on a particular subject that a university student presents in order to get an advanced degree

Ex: Writing the dissertation was challenging but ultimately rewarding .
veterinary [adjective]

of or relating to veterinarians or veterinary medicine

initial [adjective]

related to the beginning of a series or process

Ex: She made initial inquiries about the job before submitting her application .

to connect with someone, often by reaching out through various means such as phone calls, emails, or in-person meetings

Ex: The researcher made contact with experts in the field to gather information for the study .
variety [noun]

a taxonomic rank below that of subspecies and refers to distinct forms of a species that differ in minor ways

Ex: The study focused on the genetic differences between various varieties of wheat .
to rear [verb]

to care for and raise animals until they reach maturity

Ex: Villagers rear ducks for eggs and meat .

to be able to say who or what someone or something is

Ex: The teacher identified the student 's handwriting on the exam .
to cope [verb]

to handle a difficult situation and deal with it successfully

Ex: Employees cope with changes in the workplace by adapting to new procedures and technologies .
fundamental [adjective]

related to the core and most important or basic parts of something

Ex: Good communication skills are fundamental to success in any profession .
milkshed [noun]

the area around a city or town where milk is produced and quickly delivered before it spoils

Ex:

to cause someone to become confused

Ex: The tricky riddle really mixed up the kids ; they could n't figure it out .
unit [noun]

a fixed amount of educational instruction, often based on the number of hours spent in class

Ex: He signed up for fifteen units this semester .