Unit 10

our or an animal's hands, legs, head, and every other part together

She enjoys yoga because it helps her connect with her body and find inner balance.

the joint where the upper and lower parts of the arm bend

He leaned on the table with his elbow while listening to the conversation.

the front part of the leg that is between the foot and the knee

He bumped his shin against the coffee table and winced in pain.

the joint that connects the foot to the leg

She twisted her ankle while jogging in the park.

the part of the body between the ribs and hips, which is usually narrower than the parts mentioned

She cinched her belt tightly around her waist to emphasize her hourglass figure.

the lowest part of our face that is below our mouth

He gently rested his chin on her shoulder.

a passage in the neck through which food and air pass

He gargled with saltwater to ease the pain in his throat.

one of the two lines of hair that grow above one's eyes

He had a habit of raising one eyebrow when he was skeptical.

the row of small bones that are joined together down the center of the back of the body

The surgeon carefully examined the patient's spine to assess the extent of the injury.

the part of the face above the eyebrows and below the hair

She wiped the sweat from her forehead after running the marathon under the hot sun.

existing without any others of the same type

She was the sole survivor of the shipwreck, stranded alone on the deserted island.

the young offspring of a cow or bull, typically less than one year old

After weaning, the calf was separated from its mother and placed in a separate pen.

either of the two external openings of the nose that one breathes through

He breathed deeply through his nostrils to calm his nerves.

the inner surface of the hand between the wrist and fingers

He gently slapped his forehead with the palm of his hand in frustration.

the front part of the body between the neck and the stomach

After a workout, she felt her chest muscles were stronger.

each of the parts above the legs and below the waist at either side of the body

She rested her hands on her hips while contemplating the situation.

the part under the shoulder that is hollow

The athlete wiped the sweat from his armpits with a towel after a grueling workout.

(anatomy) the large round bone structure that the limbs and the spine are joined to, which also protects the abdominal organs

The pelvis is a bony structure located at the base of the spine, consisting of the hip bones, sacrum, and coccyx.

the joint connecting the hand to the arm

He used his wrist to control the movement of the computer mouse.

the thick finger that has a different position than the other four

She accidentally cut her thumb while chopping vegetables.

any of the two soft sides of our face that are bellow our eyes

He felt a tickling sensation as a butterfly landed on his cheek.

the lower bone of the face containing the chin and the bottom teeth

He clenched his jaw in frustration when he heard the news.

the top part of the leg between the hip and the knee

She crossed her legs, resting her hand on her left thigh.

the body part that is connecting the head to the shoulders

He turned his head from side to side, testing the flexibility of his neck.

each of the two organs in the chest that helps one breathe

The lungs are essential organs responsible for exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide with the bloodstream during respiration.

a long, continuous tube in the body through which the food coming from the stomach moves and is passed

The doctor explained that the intestine is crucial for nutrient absorption and digestion.

a rounded joint where the fingers can bend or are joined to the hand

any tube or vessel that carries blood to one's heart

Veins help move blood from the legs and arms back to the heart.

any of the short hairs that grow along the edges of the eyelids

Her long eyelashes framed her eyes beautifully.

each of the two soft body parts that surround our mouth

He kissed her gently on the lips.

the soft fleshy part of the external ear

She tugged nervously at her earlobe while thinking.

the body part inside our body where the food that we eat goes

He felt a sense of relief when the doctor assured him that his stomach issue was temporary.

the back of the sole of a shoe or boot

a vital organ in the body that cleans the blood of harmful substances

The liver is responsible for filtering toxins from the bloodstream, helping to detoxify the body and maintain overall health.

each of the curved bones surrounding the chest to protect the organs inside

The doctor examined the patient's ribs after the fall to check for any fractures.

each of the two bean-shaped organs in the lower back of the body that separate wastes from the blood and make urine

She experienced symptoms of kidney infection, including fever, back pain, and frequent urination, prompting a visit to her healthcare provider.

a building used for worshiping one or several gods, used by some religious communities, especially Buddhists and Hindus

They visited the ancient temple to offer prayers and seek blessings.

a body part on our face that we use for seeing

He closed his eyes and took a deep breath.

each of the five parts sticking out from the foot

He accidentally dropped a heavy book on his friend's foot, narrowly missing the toes.

to lightly touch or stroke a sensitive part of the body, causing a tingling or laughing sensation

The feather's soft touch was enough to tickle her, making her burst into laughter.

to move one's head up and down as a sign of agreement, understanding, or greeting

He nodded to greet his neighbor as he walked by.

to hit or strike heavily with the hand or a blunt object, producing a dull, muffled sound

He thumped the table in frustration after a challenging day.

to inhale air audibly through the nose, often to detect or identify a scent or odor

Dogs often sniff the ground to gather information about their surroundings.

to hit someone or something with an open hand, usually making a sharp sound

He couldn't believe it when she suddenly decided to slap him in the midst of their argument.

to cause food, drink, or another substance to pass from the mouth down into the stomach, using the muscles of the throat

It's important to chew your food well before you swallow.

to hit someone or something hard with an open hand or a flat object

He threatened to smack the misbehaving child if they didn't listen.

to tightly grip and squeeze something, particularly someone's flesh, between one's fingers

He had to pinch the bridge of his nose to alleviate the growing headache.

to move about playfully or energetically

After the rain, the children couldn't resist frisking in the puddles, splashing water with glee.

to apply pressure to a surface with back and forth or circular motions

She decided to rub the sore muscles on her shoulders after a long day at work.

to rub gently or caress an animal's fur or hair

She sat on the porch, enjoying the peaceful evening as she stroked her cat's soft fur.

to strike the palms of one's hands together forcefully, usually to show appreciation or to attract attention

The audience clapped enthusiastically after the concert.

to gently push or prod someone or something, often to get attention or suggest a course of action

He discreetly nudged his friend to share a private joke during the meeting.

to gently touch or stroke with the hand, usually as a gesture of affection or reassurance

Every morning, she pats her cat as part of their daily routine.

to tightly and closely hold someone in one's arms, typically a person one loves

She rushed to hug her friend upon seeing her after a long time.

to apply pressure with a compressing or constricting motion, typically using the hands

The stress ball provided relief as she squeezed it during a tense meeting.

to push forcefully with a quick, strong movement, often using hands or body

Tempers flared, and a heated argument led to someone attempting to shove their opponent.

to forcefully release saliva or phlegm from the mouth

The baseball player habitually spat sunflower seed shells while waiting for his turn at bat.

to quickly open and close one eye as a sign of affection or to indicate something is a secret or a joke

During the meeting, the colleague across the room winked to share a confidential message.

a medicine without any physiological effect that is given to a control group in an experiment to measure the effectiveness of a new drug or to patients who think they need medicine when in reality they do not

In the clinical trial, half of the participants received the experimental drug while the other half received a placebo.

an infectious disease similar to a bad cold, causing fever and severe pain

After catching the flu, he realized the importance of getting vaccinated.

a disorder in which one is unable to sleep or stay asleep

After several weeks of stress at work, she began to suffer from insomnia, making it difficult to concentrate during the day.

to capture someone's interest or curiosity

The exotic animals at the zoo fascinate the children, sparking their curiosity.

to capture someone's interest or curiosity

The mystery novel intrigued her with its twists and turns.

the greatest possible degree or extent of something, beyond which it cannot extend or exceed

The engineer's innovative designs pushed the limits of modern technology.

to bring someone or something under control through laws and rules

The school decided to restrict access to certain areas for student safety.

to pay attention and become aware of a particular thing or person

I couldn't help but notice the beautiful sunset as I walked along the beach.

to realize through the senses

As she touched the fabric, she perceived its softness and knew it was made of silk.

a sample, showing what the rest of the data is typically like

This participant serves as an example of the elderly demographic.

a display of support for or protest against something or someone by a march or public meeting

The demonstration against the new government policy drew thousands of participants to the city center.

to obtain something through one's own actions or hard work

She gained recognition in the industry through years of dedication and innovation.

to reach or to be able to reach and enter a place

The new employee was provided with a key card to access the restricted areas of the office.

to hit someone or something gently, often with a few quick light blows

The drummer taps the snare drum softly during the ballad.

to humbly ask for something, especially when one needs or desires that thing a lot

Every day, he begs for a few coins at the street corner.

to secure and connect an animal to equipment like a plow, carriage, or sled for controlled movement or work

The farmer harnessed the horses to the plow to prepare the field for planting.

to catch something on a sharp or rough object, resulting in damage or tearing

She accidentally snagged her dress on a rusty nail, causing a tear in the fabric.

to the highest degree

After a long day at work, she found the warm bath quite soothing.