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Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic - Test 4 - Listening - Part 4

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 4 - Listening - Part 4 in the Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic
agriculture

the practice and study of growing crops and raising animals for food or other products

Ex: Agriculture provides food for people around the world. 
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to cover
to cover
[Verb]

(of a material or substance) to extend or apply evenly across an area or object

Ex: This new paint covers well, hiding all the old stains and cracks on the wall. 
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to cut down

to reduce the amount, size, or number of something

Ex: In an effort to reduce expenses, the company had to cut down its workforce. 
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flightless
flightless
[Adjective]

(of a bird or animal) Unable to fly

Ex: Penguins are flightless birds, but they swim expertly in the ocean. 
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to inhabit

to reside in a specific place

Ex: Many species of birds inhabit the forest year-round. 
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to establish

to make something stable, secure, or permanent in a specific place or position

Ex: They established their home in the quiet countryside after moving from the city. 
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unreliable
unreliable
[Adjective]

not deserving of trust or confidence

Ex: The witness proved unreliable in court. 
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soft tissue

the parts of the body that are soft and flexible, such as muscles, fat, skin, and organs, not bones or hard structures

Ex: The injury only affected soft tissue, not the bone. 
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case
case
[noun]

an example of a certain kind of situation

Ex: In this case, we need to follow the company's emergency procedures. 
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extinction

a situation in which a particular animal or plant no longer exists

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to refer to

to have a connection with a particular person or thing

Ex: The artist's paintings often refer to nature and its beauty. 
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sailor
sailor
[noun]

a person who is a member of a ship's crew

Ex: The sailor's job involves handling ropes and rigging. 
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spice
spice
[noun]

a type of dried plant with a pleasant smell used to add taste or color to the food

Ex: Cinnamon is a versatile spice that can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. 
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convenient
convenient
[Adjective]

favorable or well-suited for a specific purpose or situation

Ex: The meeting time was convenient for everyone involved. 
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to stock up

to gather something in large amounts to keep for future use, sale, or for a particular occasion

Ex: Before the storm, people were stocking up on canned goods, water and batteries. 
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voyage
voyage
[noun]

a long journey taken on a ship or spacecraft

Ex: The space mission was a historic voyage to the International Space Station. 
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to settle
to settle
[Verb]

to go and reside in a place as a permanent home

Ex: After years of traveling, they decided to settle in a quiet village in the countryside. 
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to set up
to set up
[Verb]

to establish a fresh entity, such as a company, system, or organization

Ex: She set up a charity to support underprivileged children in the community. 
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colony
colony
[noun]

any territory under the full or partial control of another more powerful nation, often occupied by settlers from that nation

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inhabitant

a person or animal that resides in a particular place

Ex: The city has over a million inhabitants, making it one of the largest in the country. 
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record
record
[noun]

an item that provides lasting evidence or information about past events, actions, or conditions

Ex: The diary served as a personal record of her daily life and thoughts. 
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to preserve

to cause something to remain in its original state without any significant change

Ex: Historical artifacts are preserved in museums to maintain their original condition. 
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specimen
specimen
[noun]

a representative or characteristic sample that is examined or analyzed to gain insights or understanding of a particular group or category

Ex: The scientist examined the specimen under the microscope for research. 
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to disappear

to no longer be able be found or located, often leading to frustration

Ex: Sarah disappeared from the party without saying goodbye, leaving her friends wondering where she went. 
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example
example
[noun]

a sample, showing what the rest of the data is typically like

Ex: This participant serves as an example of the elderly demographic. 
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subject
subject
[noun]

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

Ex: The main subject of today's lecture is the French Revolution. 
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account
account
[noun]

a detailed record or narrative description of events that have occurred

Ex: The book provides an account of the events leading to the revolution. 
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clumsy
clumsy
[Adjective]

doing things or moving in a way that lacks control and care, usually causing accidents

Ex: He's known for his clumsy nature, always tripping over his own feet. 
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joint
joint
[noun]

a place in the body where two bones meet, enabling one of them to bend or move around

Ex: The knee is a complex joint that allows for bending and straightening of the leg. 
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to employ
to employ
[Verb]

to make use of something for a particular purpose

Ex: The teacher employed visual aids to make the lesson more engaging. 
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uneven
uneven
[Adjective]

not level, smooth, or uniform in shape or texture

Ex: The hikers struggled to walk on the uneven ground. 
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analysis
analysis
[noun]

a methodical examination of the whole structure of something and the relation between its components

Ex: The financial analysis revealed the strengths and weaknesses of the company's budget. 
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skull
skull
[noun]

the bony structure that surrounds and provides protection for a person's or animal's brain

Ex: In anatomy class, they learned about the different bones that form the human skull. 
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to bear out

to confirm a statement or claim by providing evidence

Ex: The data bears out the validity of the hypothesis. 
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(in|with) relation to
in relation to
[preposition]

referring to or concerning a particular topic, subject, or context

Ex: The company issued a statement in relation to the recent allegations, addressing the concerns raised by the public. 
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structure
structure
[noun]

a part of a living organism that is made up of cells and is designed to perform a specific function

Ex: The heart is an important structure in the human body. 
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particularly
particularly
[Adverb]

to a degree that is higher than usual

Ex: The restaurant is particularly busy on Friday nights. 
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developed
developed
[Adjective]

created, built, or improved to a more advanced state

Ex: She presented her research findings at the conference after years of developed study. 
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to locate
to locate
[Verb]

to discover the exact position or place of something or someone

Ex: Using GPS coordinates, they were able to locate the missing hiker in the dense forest. 
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ripe
ripe
[Adjective]

(of fruit or crop) fully developed and ready for consumption

Ex: You can enjoy the natural sweetness of a ripe peach by biting into it and letting the juice drip down your chin. 
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thick
thick
[Adjective]

(of plants) existing and growing densely close together with little space in between, creating a lush and impenetrable area

Ex: The explorers got lost in the thick forest, unable to find their way out. 
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vegetation

trees and plants in general, particularly those of a specific habitat or area

Ex: The dense vegetation in the tropical rainforest creates a lush canopy that filters sunlight and supports a myriad of wildlife. 
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originally
originally
[Adverb]

at the initial state, purpose, or condition of something before any changes occurred

Ex: The building originally housed a library before becoming a café. 
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complicated
complicated
[Adjective]

involving many different parts or elements that make something difficult to understand or deal with

Ex: The legal case was complicated, involving numerous laws and regulations. 
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threat
threat
[noun]

something that poses danger or the possibility of harm

Ex: Pollution is a major threat to marine life. 
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deliberately
deliberately
[Adverb]

in a way that is done consciously and intentionally

Ex: He deliberately ignored the warning signs. 
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rapidly
rapidly
[Adverb]

in a way that is very quick and often unexpected

Ex: The river flowed rapidly after heavy rainfall. 
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to overrun

to invade or overwhelm with a large number, surpassing defenses

Ex: The enemy forces attempted to overrun the border, catching the defenders off guard. 
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to upset
to upset
[Verb]

to disturb or interrupt the normal function or order of something

Ex: Any changes to the schedule could upset the carefully planned itinerary. 
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ecology
ecology
[noun]

the relation between plants and animals to each other and their environment

Ex: Ecology helps us understand how human activities impact natural ecosystems. 
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particular
particular
[Adjective]

going beyond what is typical or expected

Ex: She took particular care in preparing the meal for the guests. 
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to consume

to eat or drink something

Ex: After a long day at work, she was ready to consume a hearty meal. 
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devastating
devastating
[Adjective]

causing severe damage, destruction, or emotional distress

Ex: The devastating earthquake left the city in ruins, with many lives lost and homes destroyed. 
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population

a group of organisms of the same species inhabiting a given area

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non-native
non-native
[Adjective]

(of plants or animals) not originally from the region or environment where they are found, often introduced from other areas

Ex: The garden is filled with non-native plants that thrive in this climate. 
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species
species
[noun]

a group that animals, plants, etc. of the same type which are capable of producing healthy offspring with each other are divided into

Ex: The Galapagos finches are a classic example of how different species can evolve from a common ancestor. 
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