Unit 112
Words 2221–2240 · knee, overcome, web, depth, entrance, log
knee
#2221noun
the joint in the middle of your leg that lets your lower leg bend
She fell and hurt her knee while playing football in the park.
He bent his knees and lifted the heavy box from the floor.
My knees hurt after walking around the city all day.
The child sat on her mother's knee during the long train journey.
I bumped my knee against the table while carrying dinner plates.
overcome
#2222verb
to successfully deal with and control a difficult problem, feeling, or situation
She overcame her fear of flying and booked a holiday abroad.
The team overcame several problems and finished the project on time.
He overcame a serious illness and returned to work last month.
Our class overcame the difficult challenge by working together.
The hikers overcame the steep path before reaching the mountain village.
web
#2223noun
a network of threads made by a spider to catch insects
A large spider web covered the corner of our kitchen window this morning.
I found the train timetable on the web before leaving for school.
Please check the company's web page for opening hours and prices.
I opened a web browser to compare prices for new running shoes.
Our doctor recommended a web search for simple recipes with less salt.
depth
#2224noun
The distance from the top or surface of something down to its bottom.
The pool has a depth of two meters, so children must stay with an adult.
Check the depth of the water before jumping into the lake.
The box is too shallow to hold books with much depth.
The doctor measured the depth of the cut before cleaning and covering it.
We talked about the depth of the problem during our team meeting.
entrance
#2225noun
A door or place where you go into a building or area.
Please wait for me at the main entrance.
We found the entrance to the museum after walking around the block.
The hotel entrance was crowded with guests carrying suitcases.
Students stood near the school entrance before the morning bell.
The restaurant entrance is beside the outdoor seating area.
log
#2226noun, verb
A thick piece of tree trunk, or to record information about an activity or event.
The children sat on a log beside the campfire and told funny stories.
The delivery driver logged the package as delivered before leaving the building.
Please log in to your account before buying the train ticket online.
The nurse logged my temperature and asked whether I felt better.
We logged every expense during our school trip to the science museum.
giant
#2227noun, adjective
A giant is a very large person, animal, plant, or thing.
A giant wave crashed over the beach during the storm.
The supermarket sells giant boxes of cereal for large families.
We saw a giant statue while walking through the city center.
My little brother built a giant tower with his colorful blocks.
The doctor found a giant bruise on his leg after the fall.
god
#2228noun
the creator and ruler of the universe, worshipped in many religions
Many people believe that God created the world and cares about everyone.
She prayed to God for strength before her difficult medical treatment.
The children learned about God in their religious studies class.
He thanked God when his family arrived safely after the long journey.
Oh my God, I forgot to bring the birthday cake!
portion
#2229noun
An amount of something given to one person or used at one time.
She ate a small portion of rice with grilled vegetables for lunch.
Please divide the cake into equal portions for everyone at the party.
The teacher gave each student a portion of the reading to discuss.
This restaurant serves generous portions, so one meal can feed two people.
Only a portion of the road was closed after the heavy storm.
substance
#2230noun
A particular type of material, especially a solid, liquid, or chemical.
The scientists tested the substance carefully before using it in the experiment.
Police found an unknown substance inside a small plastic bag.
This cleaning substance removes grease from kitchen surfaces quickly.
The doctor warned him that the substance could harm his stomach.
The soup contained a thick substance that made it difficult to swallow.
extensive
#2231adjective
Large in size, amount, or range; covering a wide area or many details.
The company carried out extensive safety checks before opening the new factory.
She has extensive experience teaching English to adults from different countries.
The storm caused extensive damage to homes and roads across the town.
The doctor ordered extensive tests to find the cause of his tiredness.
We made extensive plans for our month-long trip around Europe.
interpret
#2232verb
to explain or understand the meaning of something in a particular way
The guide interpreted the museum's history for the visiting students.
She interpreted his silence as a sign that he was upset.
The doctor interpreted the test results and explained them clearly.
The translator interpreted the speaker's words for tourists at the airport.
Different people may interpret the same joke in different ways.
independence
#2233noun
The freedom to make your own decisions and live without depending on other people.
Moving into her own apartment gave Maya a strong sense of independence.
The country celebrated its independence with music, food, and fireworks.
Parents should encourage independence by letting children choose their own clothes.
After the accident, physical therapy helped him regain his independence.
Working part-time gave Lena financial independence during college.
sugar
#2234noun
A sweet substance used to make food and drinks taste sweeter.
I always add a spoonful of sugar to my morning coffee.
This recipe needs two cups of sugar and three large eggs.
Could you buy some sugar when you go to the supermarket?
Too much sugar can increase your risk of health problems.
The children were eating sugar cookies while visiting their grandparents.
inner
#2235adjective, noun
Located inside something, or the private thoughts and feelings inside a person.
The inner door was locked, so we waited outside the building.
She wore a warm inner layer under her coat during the winter trip.
The inner city has many small shops, restaurants, and busy streets.
The doctor examined the inner part of my ear carefully.
Deep inside, he felt an inner calm after talking with his friend.
harm
#2236noun, verb
physical or emotional damage, or to cause someone or something damage
Luckily, nobody was harmed in the accident.
Smoking can harm your health over many years.
Be careful not to harm the flowers when you walk past.
The loud music harmed my ears during the concert.
Eating too much spoiled food may harm your stomach.
consult
#2237verb
to ask an expert for advice before making a decision
You should consult your doctor if the pain continues for several days.
We consulted a map before choosing the best route through the mountains.
The designer consulted her manager before changing the company logo.
Please consult the chef if you have questions about the ingredients.
The students consulted their teacher about the difficult homework assignment.
pink
#2238adjective, noun
A light red color; having the color of light red.
She wore a pink dress to her sister’s wedding last weekend.
The baby’s room has pink curtains and a small white crib.
He bought a pink shirt because it was on sale.
The sunset turned the clouds pink as we drove along the coast.
She ordered a pink lemonade and sat outside with her friends.
shadow
#2239noun, verb
A dark shape made when something blocks light; to follow someone closely.
The tree cast a long shadow across the garden in the afternoon.
I saw my shadow on the wall as I walked past the lamp.
The house stayed cool because it was in the shadow of a tall building.
After the accident, fear cast a shadow over the whole family.
The detective shadowed the suspect through the busy train station.
strip
#2240noun, verb
a long, narrow piece; to remove clothing or covering from something
She cut a strip of paper to wrap around the gift.
The children ran along a narrow strip of beach after school.
Please strip the beds and put the dirty sheets in the laundry basket.
Workers are stripping the old paint from the wooden door.
The doctor told him to strip to the waist for the examination.