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Cambridge IELTS 15 Academic Listening Test 3 Part 4
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prehistoric
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(adj) /ˌpriːhɪˈstɔrɪk/
relating to the time before written history
Example: Archaeologists study prehistoric artifacts to learn about ancient cultures.
excavation
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(n) /ˌɛkskəˈveɪʃən/
the process of digging and removing earth to find something
Example: The excavation revealed many ancient artifacts.
cylinder
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(n) /ˈsɪl.ɪn.dər/
a three-dimensional shape with two flat ends and a curved surface
Example: The teacher showed us how to measure a cylinder.
inscription
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(n) /ɪnˈskrɪpʃən/
a word or message that is written, carved, or printed on a surface
Example: The inscription on the statue was hard to read.
aesthetic
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(adj) /iˈsθɛtɪk/
related to beauty or artistic taste
Example: The painting has an aesthetic appeal that draws many viewers.
pumice
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(n) /ˈpʌmɪs/
a light volcanic rock that is used for cleaning and smoothing
Example: She used a pumice to make her skin smooth.
anoint
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(v) /əˈnɔɪnt/
to rub or sprinkle oil on someone or something as part of a religious ceremony or blessing
Example: The priest will anoint the new king during the ceremony.
strigil
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(n) /ˈstrɪdʒəl/
a tool used by ancient Greeks to scrape dirt and oil off the skin
Example: The athlete used a strigil after exercising to clean his body.
tint
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(n) /tɪnt/
a shade or color of something
Example: She added a tint of blue to the painting.
sacrifice
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(n) /ˈsækrɪfaɪs/
the act of giving up something valuable for something else
Example: He made a sacrifice to help his friend.
deposit
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(n) /dɪˈpɑː.zɪt/
a sum of money placed in a bank account
Example: I need to make a deposit at the bank.
aqueduct
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(n) /ˈækwɪˌdʌkt/
a structure that carries water over long distances
Example: The aqueduct brought fresh water to the city.
luxurious
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(adj) /lʌkˈʒʊr.i.əs/
very comfortable and expensive
Example: The hotel is luxurious and has a beautiful view.
physician
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(n) /fəˈzɪʃ.ən/
a person who is a doctor
Example: The physician checked my health and gave me good advice.
medicinal
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(adj) /məˈdɪʃənəl/
having properties that help to cure or treat illness
Example: The doctor prescribed a medicinal tea to help with my cold.
decline
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(n) /dɪˈklaɪn/
a decrease or loss in quantity, quality, or strength
Example: There was a decline in the number of people taking baths.
impact
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(n) /ˈɪmpækt/
the effect or influence of one thing on another
Example: The impact of the rain helped the plants grow.
unsanitary
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(adj) /ʌnˈsænɪˌtɛri/
not clean or hygienic
Example: The kitchen was unsanitary and needed to be cleaned.
outbreak
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(n) /ˈaʊtˌbreɪk/
a sudden start or increase of something, especially a disease
Example: There was an outbreak of flu in the school.
craft
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(n) /kræft/
a skill or activity that involves making things by hand
Example: She learned the craft of pottery in school.
association
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(n) /əˌsoʊ.siˈeɪ.ʃən/
a group of people who come together for a specific purpose
Example: He joined an association for baseball fans.
guard
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(v) /ɡɑrd/
to protect or keep safe
Example: She will guard the children while they play.
variety
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(n) /vəˈraɪ.ə.ti/
a number of different types of things
Example: There is a variety of fruits in the market.
shampoo
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(n) /ʃæmˈpu/
a liquid or substance used to wash hair
Example: I bought a new shampoo for my hair.
launder
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(v) /ˈlɔndər/
to wash clothes and linens
Example: I need to launder my shirts this weekend.
commercial
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(adj) /kəˈmɜrʃəl/
related to buying and selling goods
Example: They opened a commercial store in the city.
patent
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(n) /ˈpætənt/
an official right to make or sell an invention
Example: He received a patent for his new invention.
alkali
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(n) /ˈæl.kə.laɪ/
a type of substance that can mix with water and has a slippery feel, often used in cleaning products
Example: Soda ash is an alkali that helps make soap.
combine
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(v) /kəmˈbaɪn/
to put two or more things together
Example: You can combine these two colors to make a new shade.
yield
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(v) /jiːld/
to produce or provide something
Example: The garden will yield many vegetables this summer.
inexpensive
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(adj) /ˌɪnɪkˈspɛnsɪv/
not expensive; affordable
Example: The shoes are inexpensive and very comfortable.
glycerine
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(n) /ˈɡlɪsəˌrin/
a sweet liquid used in making soap and food
Example: Glycerine is often added to moisturizing creams.
fatty
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(adj) /ˈfæti/
related to fat or containing a lot of fat
Example: The cake was very fatty and rich.
establish
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(v) /ɪˈstæblɪʃ/
to set up or create something on a firm or permanent basis
Example: They want to establish a new school in the town.
manufacture
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(v) /ˌmæn.juˈfæk.tʃɚ/
to make something in large amounts using machinery
Example: They manufacture cars in that factory.
luxury
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(n) /ˈlʌkʃəri/
something expensive that is not necessary but is nice to have
Example: She stayed in a hotel that offered all kinds of luxury.
tax
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(n) /tæks/
an amount of money people pay to the government
Example: Citizens have to pay tax on their income.
necessity
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(n) /nəˈsɛsɪti/
something that is needed or must be done
Example: Water is a necessity for all living things.
reinforce
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(v) /ˌriːɪnˈfɔrs/
to make something stronger or better
Example: The teacher will reinforce the lesson with more examples.
remove
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(v) /rɪˈmuːv/
to take something away or off
Example: You should remove the stickers from the book.
afford
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(v) /əˈfɔrd/
to have enough money to pay for something
Example: They can afford to buy a new car.
standard
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(n) /ˈstændərd/
a level of quality or attainment
Example: We need to meet the standard for this project.
widespread
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(adj) /ˈwaɪdˌsprɛd/
found or distributed over a large area or among many people
Example: The news of the event was widespread.
development
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(n) /dɪˈvɛləpmənt/
the process of growth or progress
Example: The development of new technology helps people.
consumer
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(n) /kənˈsjuːmər/
a person who buys goods or services
Example: The consumer liked the new washing machine.
prehistoric
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(adj) /ˌpriːhɪˈstɔːrɪk/
relating to the time before written history
Example: The cave drawings show prehistoric art.
cleanse
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(v) /ˈklɛnz/
to make something clean
Example: I will cleanse my face before bed.
rinse
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(v) /rɪns/
to wash something lightly with water
Example: I will rinse my hands after playing outside.
boil
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(v) /bɔɪl/
to heat a liquid until it bubbles and turns to vapor
Example: Please boil the water before using it.
advance
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(v) /ədˈvæns/
to move forward in position or progress
Example: The team needs to advance to the next level in the game.