Unit 63
Words 1241–1260 · speaker, bottom, adopt, combine, mountain, waste
speaker
#1241noun
A person who talks to an audience or a device that produces sound.
The speaker asked everyone to introduce themselves.
Please turn down the speaker; the music is too loud.
The guest speaker gave an interesting talk at school.
She connected her phone to the Bluetooth speaker.
The conference speaker answered questions after her presentation.
bottom
#1242noun, verb, adjective, preposition
The lowest part of something, or the lowest position or level.
There is some water at the bottom of the glass.
I found my keys at the bottom of my bag.
The boat sank to the bottom of the lake.
Please write your name at the bottom of the page.
The children bottomed out the old box by sitting on it.
adopt
#1243verb
to take someone or something as your own, or begin using an idea or plan
They decided to adopt a baby after years of trying.
We adopted a friendly dog from the animal shelter last weekend.
Our school adopted a new reading program this year.
The company adopted flexible working hours to help its employees.
She adopted a healthier diet after talking with her doctor.
combine
#1244verb
to join two or more things or activities together
Combine the flour and sugar in a large bowl.
We combined our money to buy a birthday gift.
The hotel combines modern rooms with traditional decorations.
She combines work and study by taking evening classes.
Combine regular exercise with healthy meals to feel better.
mountain
#1245noun
A very high hill, often with steep sides.
The hikers reached the top of the mountain before sunset.
We could see the mountains from our hotel window.
She dreams of climbing a mountain with her best friend.
The teacher gave us a mountain of homework for Friday.
After the meeting, our team faced a mountain of paperwork.
waste
#1246noun, verb
To use too much of something, or material that is thrown away.
Don’t waste your time worrying about things you cannot change.
We must not waste water during the hot summer.
She wasted her money on a jacket she never wore.
The restaurant gives leftover food to charity to reduce waste.
Please put your household waste in the green bin.
hide
#1247verb
To put something or yourself where others cannot see or find it.
Please hide the birthday present before she comes home.
The children are hiding behind the sofa.
I hid my passport safely inside my suitcase.
She tried to hide her disappointment at work.
We hid from the rain in a small café.
marriage
#1248noun
The relationship between two people who are legally married
Their marriage has lasted for more than twenty years.
They are planning their marriage for next summer.
A happy marriage needs trust, kindness, and good communication.
Her first marriage ended after five difficult years.
The marriage ceremony took place in a small village church.
ticket
#1249noun, verb
A small paper or digital pass that lets you enter a place or travel somewhere.
I bought a train ticket to London for tomorrow morning.
Please show your ticket before you get on the bus.
We won two tickets to the school concert from our teacher.
The police officer gave me a parking ticket outside the supermarket.
She ticketed the car because it was parked in front of our driveway.
meal
#1250noun
Food that you eat at one time, such as breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
We usually eat our evening meal together at seven.
Dad is cooking a hot meal for the whole family.
The school provides free meals for children every day.
I ordered a vegetarian meal on the long train journey.
The doctor advised me to eat smaller meals more often.
colleague
#1251noun
A person you work with, especially in the same company or profession.
I asked my colleague to help me finish the report.
My new colleagues welcomed me on my first day.
A colleague from the travel agency recommended this hotel.
I had lunch with a colleague near the train station.
My doctor colleague gave me some helpful health advice.
bag
#1252noun
A container made of cloth, paper, or plastic, used to carry things.
I put my keys and wallet in my bag before leaving home.
She carried a heavy bag of groceries up the stairs.
Please pack your clothes in a small travel bag.
We bought a paper bag of fresh apples at the market.
The campers put their sleeping bags inside the tent.
repeat
#1253verb, noun
to say, do, or happen again; a second performance or copy
Could you repeat the question, please?
Please repeat the instructions before we begin the test.
The doctor asked me to repeat the exercise every morning.
She repeated her order because the waiter heard it incorrectly.
The band played a repeat of their most popular song.
equal
#1254adjective, noun, verb
The same in size, value, amount, or importance; to be the same as something else.
Both teams have an equal chance of winning the game.
Please divide the cake into six equal pieces.
The two bags are equal in weight.
She works hard because she wants equal pay for equal work.
Three plus three equals six.
expression
#1255noun
a look on your face or a way of showing your thoughts or feelings
Her expression changed when she heard the surprising news.
His expression showed that he was worried about the exam.
The teacher used a simple expression to explain the idea.
She learned a useful English expression from her travel guide.
The doctor noticed a tired expression on the patient's face.
plus
#1256preposition, noun, adjective, adverb, conjunction
Added to something, or a number or amount added to another number or amount.
The meal costs twenty dollars, plus tax.
Two plus three equals five.
The hotel offers free breakfast, plus a swimming pool.
She bought a warm coat, plus gloves for the winter.
The job has good hours, plus health insurance.
extremely
#1257adverb
To a very great degree; much more than usual.
The coffee is extremely hot, so please wait before drinking it.
She was extremely tired after working all day.
This suitcase is extremely heavy for one person to carry.
The restaurant was extremely busy during the lunch hour.
He felt extremely nervous before his school presentation.
owner
#1258noun
A person who owns something, such as a house, business, or pet.
The owner of this restaurant makes delicious homemade soup.
Please ask the store owner if these shoes are available.
The dog ran away, but its owner found it nearby.
The hotel owner gave us a room with a beautiful view.
The company owner thanked the workers for their hard work.
plane
#1259noun, verb
A flying vehicle with wings; to make a surface flat and smooth.
Our plane leaves at seven, so we need to arrive early.
The plane landed safely after a long flight.
She booked a plane to visit her grandparents next month.
The carpenter planed the rough board until it was smooth.
Please plane the edge so the door closes properly.
commercial
#1260noun, adjective
A television or radio advertisement; related to business or selling goods.
We saw a funny commercial during the evening movie.
The company made a commercial for its new breakfast cereal.
This area has many commercial buildings and busy shops.
She works for a commercial airline at the airport.
The commercial kitchen prepares hundreds of meals each day.