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Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First) - Geographical Features & Water Bodies

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Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First)
reservoir
[noun]

a lake, either natural or artificial, from which water is supplied to houses

Ex: Environmentalists monitor the reservoir's water quality to ensure it meets health standards for both wildlife and human consumption .
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river
[noun]

a natural and continuous stream of water flowing on the land to the sea, a lake, or another river

Ex: We went fishing by the river and caught some fresh trout .
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stream
[noun]

a small and narrow river that runs on or under the earth

Ex: A small stream flows behind their house .
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waterfall
[noun]

a high place, such as a cliff, from which a river or stream falls

Ex: He was mesmerized by the sheer power and beauty of the roaring waterfall.
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peak
[noun]

the pointed top of a mountain

Ex: The mountain 's peak was often shrouded in clouds , giving it a mysterious appearance .
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volcano
[noun]

a mountain with an opening on its top, from which melted rock and ash can be pushed out into the air

Ex: Earthquakes often occur near active volcanoes.
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cliff
[noun]

an area of rock that is high above the ground with a very steep side, often at the edge of the sea

Ex: The birds built their nests along the cliff's steep face .
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coast
[noun]

the land close to a sea, ocean, or lake

Ex: Yesterday the coast was full of people enjoying the summer sun .
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ground
[noun]

the surface layer of earth that is solid and people walk on

Ex: The ground shook when the heavy truck passed by .
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harbor
[noun]

a sheltered area of water along the coast where ships, boats, and other vessels can anchor safely, typically protected from rough seas by natural or artificial barriers

Ex: They built a new marina in the harbor to accommodate more yachts .
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canal
[noun]

a long and artificial passage built and filled with water for ships to travel along or used to transfer water to other places

Ex: The canal was widened to accommodate larger ships .
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lake
[noun]

a large area of water, surrounded by land

Ex: They had a picnic by the side of the lake.
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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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rapid
[noun]

a fast and turbulent part of a river with swift currents and obstacles like rocks

Ex: The guide steered the raft through the rapids safely .
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