Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic - Test 2 - Listening - Part 2

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 2 - Listening - Part 2 in the Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic
hall [noun]

a large and imposing house

estate [noun]

a vast area that is the property of an individual, usually with a large house built on it

Ex: The estate was known for its grand parties and lavish events hosted in the main house .
guide [noun]

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

Ex: She works as a guide at the local museum , explaining the history behind each artifact .

to be formed from particular parts or things

Ex: The novel consists of three main plotlines that intertwine throughout the narrative .
parkland [noun]

an area of land, often in a city or town, that is set aside for public use as a park or recreational space

Ex: They enjoyed a peaceful walk through the parkland .

to have origins or existence that extends to a specific earlier time

Ex:
owner [noun]

a person, entity, or organization that possesses, controls, or has legal rights to something

Ex:
ballroom [noun]

an extremely large room that is primarily used for formal dancing

a room with a roof and walls made of glass, often affixed to one side of a building, used for relaxing or growing plants in

Ex: The conservatory served as a botanical laboratory , where scientists conducted research and experiments to study plant growth and behavior in controlled environments .

to completely destroy or to knock down a building or another structure

Ex: The earthquake had the power to demolish poorly constructed houses .

to a large extent

Ex: I learned a great deal during my internship .

an area of ground planted with flowers or plants, often arranged in a decorative or artistic pattern

Ex: He added mulch to the flower bed to help the flowers grow healthier .
world [noun]

people in general; especially a distinctive group of people with some shared interest

someone who works in the government or a law-making organization

Ex: The newspaper interviewed the local politician .
worthy [adjective]

possessing qualities or abilities that deserve recognition or consideration

Ex: She proved herself to be a worthy opponent in the competition .

a group of particular objects put together and considered as a whole

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a solid figure or object made as a work of art by shaping and carving wood, clay, stone, etc.

Ex: The gallery showcased a collection of contemporary sculptures crafted by emerging artists from around the world .

to end a romantic or personal relationship suddenly

Ex: They mutually decided to break off their romantic involvement .
contact [noun]

a means of communication between different groups or individuals

former [adjective]

(of a person) having filled a specific status or position in an earlier period

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ally [noun]

someone who helps or supports someone else in certain activities or against someone else

Ex: He considered her his closest ally , always there to lend a helping hand in times of trouble .
to host [verb]

to be the organizer of an event such as a meeting, party, etc. to which people are invited

Ex: Schools regularly host events to engage parents and showcase students ' achievements .
servant [noun]

a person who does the housework as a job

Ex: In Victorian times , many wealthy families had servants to cook and clean for them .

to wear specific clothing and accessories, often resembling a character or theme, for entertainment, celebrations, or events

Ex: The theater troupe prepared to dress up in period costumes for the historical play .

a play area where kids play freely with simple materials like wood, tires, and tools, designed for creativity and manageable risk

Ex: Safety rules at the adventure playground focus on risk-awareness rather than restrictions .
sized [adjective]

having a specified size or bulk, often used in combination with other words to describe the dimensions or magnitude of something

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to step [verb]

to transition or progress gradually into a different state or circumstance

Ex: After completing the internship , he was prepared to step into a full-time position within the company .
dairy [noun]

a farm where dairy products are produced

to stand above and have a view or control over everything around it

Ex: The church steeple dominated the village , towering over the small houses .
barn [noun]

a building on a farm in which people keep their animals, straw, hay, or grains

to plow [verb]

to use a large farming equipment to dig the ground and make it ready for farming

Ex: He plows the garden plot with a plow attachment on his tractor to create furrows for planting .
to sow [verb]

to plant seeds by scattering them on the ground

Ex: The farmer sows wheat seeds in the field to cultivate a crop for harvest .
to groom [verb]

to brush and take care of the fur or coat of an animal

Ex: The cat purred while she groomed it with a gentle brush .
stable [noun]

a building, typically found on a farm, designed to house horses

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shed [noun]

a simple and small cottage-like building that is built to store things or shelter animals

Ex: The children turned the old shed into a cozy clubhouse for their games .
horse-drawn [adjective]

pulled or powered by a horse or horses

Ex: The parade featured a beautifully decorated horse-drawn float .
carriage [noun]

a vehicle with usually four wheels, pulled by one or more horses

Ex: The carriage driver skillfully navigated through the crowded marketplace .
cattle [noun]

large farm animals, such as cows and bulls, raised for meat, milk, or labor

Ex: The ranch specializes in breeding high-quality cattle .
costume [noun]

pieces of clothing worn by actors or performers for a role, or worn by someone to look like another person or thing

Ex: The film 's success was partly attributed to its stunning visual effects and detailed period costumes that transported viewers to another era .
to milk [verb]

to collect milk from animals such as cows, goats, etc.

Ex: In rural areas , families often milk their own cows for fresh dairy products .
breed [noun]

a particular type of animal or plant that has typically been domesticated by people in a certain way

Ex: The Siamese cat breed is recognized for its striking blue eyes and vocal nature .

a small electronic device that plays recorded explanations or stories to help visitors understand what they are seeing in a museum, gallery, or similar place

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