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Cambridge IELTS 15 Academic Listening Test 2 Part 2
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transformation
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(n) /ˌtrænsfərˈmeɪʃən/
a big change in form or appearance
Example: The transformation of the park makes it beautiful.
feature
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(n) /ˈfiː.tʃər/
a quality or characteristic of something
Example: The park has a beautiful feature called a lily pond.
responsibility
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(n) /rɪˌspɒn.sɪˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/
a duty to take care of something or someone
Example: Taking care of a pet is a big responsibility.
origin
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(n) /ˈɔrɪdʒɪn/
the point where something begins or comes from
Example: The origin of the river is a mountain.
ownership
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(n) /ˈoʊnɚʃɪp/
the state of having or owning something
Example: Her ownership of the car is official.
instance
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(n) /ˈɪn.stəns/
a particular case or example of something
Example: For instance, we should look at the different ways to improve our garden.
waste
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(n) /weɪst/
land that is not used or has been damaged
Example: The field was full of waste before the flowers were planted.
possession
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(n) /pəˈzɛʃən/
the state of having or owning something
Example: Her possession of the book made her very happy.
statute
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(n) /ˈstætʃuːt/
a law made by a government
Example: The new statute will help protect the environment.
entrance
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(n) /ˈɛntrəns/
a way to get into a place
Example: The entrance to the park is very beautiful.
key
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(n) /ki/
a piece of metal that opens a lock or a vital part of something
Example: She lost the key to her house.
residential
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(adj) /ˌrɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl/
related to a place where people live
Example: There are many houses in the residential area.
petition
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(n) /pəˈtɪʃ.ən/
a formal request to an authority
Example: They signed a petition to save the park.
demonstration
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(n) /ˌdɛm.ənˈstreɪ.ʃən/
a public meeting or gathering to show support for something
Example: There was a large demonstration for environmental protection.
densely
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(adv) /ˈdɛnslɪ/
in a way that is close together or crowded
Example: The city is densely populated with many buildings.
populated
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(adj) /ˈpɒpjʊˌleɪtɪd/
full of people
Example: The town is populated with many families.
outbreak
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(n) /ˈaʊtˌbreɪk/
a sudden occurrence of something undesirable, such as disease
Example: There was an outbreak of flu in the school.
vegetation
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(n) /ˌvɛdʒɪˈteɪʃən/
all the plants in a particular area
Example: The vegetation in the park is very green.
exercise
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(n) /ˈɛk.sɚ.saɪz/
activity that helps you stay healthy and strong
Example: I do some exercise every morning.
occasional
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(adj) /əˈkeɪʒənl/
happening sometimes, but not often
Example: We have occasional meetings to discuss our project.
retain
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(v) /rɪˈteɪn/
to keep something or continue to have it
Example: The museum decided to retain the old painting.
unchanged
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(adj) /ˌʌnˈʧeɪnd/
not changed or altered
Example: The rules remained unchanged for many years.
revise
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(v) /rɪˈvaɪz/
to change or correct something
Example: They revise their plans before starting the project.
schedule
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(n) /ˈskɛdʒ.uːl/
a plan for when things will happen
Example: We have a schedule for our classes.
outline
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(n) /ˈaʊtlaɪn/
the shape or outer edges of something
Example: The artist sketched the outline of the picture.
boundary
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(n) /ˈbaʊndəri/
a line that marks the limits of an area
Example: The river forms the boundary of the park.
gate
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(n) /ɡeɪt/
a movable barrier that closes off an entrance
Example: The gate was locked at night.
visible
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(adj) /ˈvɪzəbl/
able to be seen
Example: The sign is visible from the street.
sculpture
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(n) /ˈskʌlp.tʃɚ/
a three-dimensional artwork made from materials like stone, metal, or wood
Example: The garden has a beautiful wooden sculpture.
bank
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(n) /bæŋk/
the land at the side of a river
Example: The children played by the bank of the river.
bend
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(v) /bɛnd/
to shape something so that it is no longer straight
Example: I will bend the wire to make a flower.
enlarge
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(v) /ɪnˈlɑrdʒ/
to make something bigger
Example: The playground has been enlarged for more kids.
maze
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(n) /meɪz/
a complex network of paths that is difficult to find your way through
Example: The kids enjoyed playing in the maze at the park.
circular
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(adj) /ˈsɜr.kjʊ.lər/
having the shape of a circle
Example: The children played in a circular area at the park.
hedge
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(n) /hɛdʒ/
a fence or boundary formed by a line of closely planted shrubs or low trees
Example: The garden has a tall hedge around it.
fitness
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(n) /ˈfɪt.nəs/
the state of being physically healthy and strong
Example: She exercises regularly to improve her fitness.
gardener
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(n) /ˈɡɑrdənər/
a person who takes care of a garden
Example: The gardener waters the flowers every morning.
familiar
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(adj) /fəˈmɪl.jər/
well-known or easily recognized
Example: The map shows the familiar outline of the park.
century
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(n) /ˈsɛnʧəri/
a period of 100 years
Example: This building has been here for a century.
council
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(n) /ˈkaʊnsl/
a group of people who make decisions or give advice about something
Example: The council meets every month to discuss community issues.
settle
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(v) /ˈsɛtəl/
to resolve or reach an agreement about something
Example: They hope to settle the problem soon.
unclear
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(adj) /ʌnˈklɪr/
not easy to understand or see
Example: The instructions were unclear to everyone.
role
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(n) /roʊl/
the function or part played by a person or thing in a particular situation
Example: She has an important role in the project.
legal
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(adj) /ˈliːgəl/
related to the law
Example: The legal documents must be signed by both parties.
environment
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(n) /ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/
the air, land, and water where people, animals, and plants live
Example: We should take care of our environment.
organise
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(v) /ˈɔrɡənaɪz/
to arrange or plan something in an orderly way
Example: She will organise a surprise party for her friend.
eventually
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(adv) /ɪˈvɛn.tʃu.ə.li/
at a later time; in the end
Example: They eventually found the missing dog.
transform
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(v) /trænsˈfɔrm/
to change something completely
Example: The team worked hard to transform the old building.
immediate
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(adj) /ɪˈmiːdiət/
happening or done without delay
Example: The car stopped immediately when the light turned red.
particularly
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(adv) /pərˈtɪk.jə.lər.li/
in a way that is specific or especially true for something
Example: The toys are particularly popular with young children.
intend
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(v) /ɪnˈtɛnd/
to plan or want to do something
Example: I intend to visit my friend this weekend.
angle
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(n) /ˈæŋɡəl/
the space between two lines or surfaces that meet
Example: The table has a right angle at the corners.