Unit 10 - Reference

to regularly travel to one's place of work and home by different means

The introduction of a company shuttle has made it easier for employees to commute.

a large group of people gathered together in a particular place

The crowd erupted in cheers as the home team scored the first goal of the match.

(biology) a series of transformations and events that happen in an animal or plant's lifetime

The water cycle describes how water moves through the environment in different forms.

the act of leaving, usually to begin a journey

The departure of the train was delayed by half an hour.

the place where someone or something is headed

After a long day of hiking, reaching the mountaintop felt like a triumph and a well-deserved destination.

the act of travelling between two or more places, especially when there is a long distance between them

Their journey across the country took them through diverse landscapes and cultures.

a ticket that can be used for travelling to a place but cannot be used for coming back from that place

He bought a one-way ticket to New York to start his new job.

a ticket for a journey from one place to another and back again

She bought a return ticket for her trip to London.

someone traveling in a vehicle, aircraft, ship, etc. who is not the pilot, driver, or a crew member

She often reads a book to pass the time when she's a passenger on long road trips.

(trademark) a boot with a line of small wheels at its bottom that is used for skating

She wore her rollerblades to the park for a quick skate.

a time of day at which traffic is the heaviest because people are leaving for work or home

She left the house early to avoid the rush hour traffic on her way to the office.

the coming and going of cars, airplanes, people, etc. in an area at a particular time

The traffic on the highway was heavy during rush hour.

a vehicle with two wheels that we ride by pushing its pedals with our feet

He enjoys going on long bicycle rides in the countryside.

a large vehicle that carries many passengers by road

I prefer sitting near the window when I'm on the bus.

a road vehicle that has four wheels, an engine, and a small number of seats for people

I drive my car to work every day.

to control the movement and the speed of a car, bus, truck, etc. when it is moving

You should drive with both hands on the steering wheel.

a vehicle that is powered by electricity and moves on rails in a street, used for transporting passengers

The tram glided smoothly along its tracks, taking commuters through the heart of the city.

a building, usually next or attached to a house, in which cars or other vehicles are kept

They parked their car in the garage to protect it from the harsh winter weather.

a light vehicle that has two wheels and is powered by an engine

He loves riding his motorbike along the scenic coastal roads during the summer.

a large public place in a town or a city that has grass and trees and people go to for walking, playing, and relaxing

He flew a kite in the park on a sunny day.

a car that has a driver whom we pay to take us to different places

I called a taxi to pick me up from my hotel.

a set of printed pages that are held together in a cover so that we can turn them and read them

I always carry a book in my bag so I can read during my commute or whenever I have free time.

going from one place to another in a straight line without stopping or changing direction

The direct route to the airport takes approximately twenty minutes by car.

the most luxurious seats on a plane, ship, or train

She enjoyed the spacious first class seating on her flight to Paris.

commonly recognized, done, used, etc.

The standard procedure for new employees includes completing an orientation program.

the raised surface in a station next to a railroad track where people can get on and off a train

He checked the platform number on his ticket before heading towards his train.

a place or building where we can get on or off a train or bus

I arrived early at the station to make sure I didn't miss my train.

a city's railway system that is below the ground, usually in big cities

The underground system in London is one of the oldest and most extensive in the world.

an underground railway system designed for public transportation within a city

He used an app to check the metro schedule.

a type of small vehicle that is used to travel on water

The boat captain guided us through the narrow canals of the city.

to ride on water by operating a small, motorized vehicle called a jet ski

He loves to jet ski across the lake during the summer weekends.

any flying vehicle

The aircraft soared gracefully through the sky, leaving behind a trail of white vapor.

a large place where planes take off and land, with buildings and facilities for passengers to wait for their flights

I always feel a mix of emotions when saying goodbye to loved ones at the airport.

traveling over a long distance, particularly when it involves transporting passengers or goods

Long-haul flights typically include amenities such as meals and entertainment to keep passengers comfortable during extended travel.

a scheduled journey by an aircraft

He managed to catch some sleep during the long flight.

a winged flying vehicle driven by one or more engines

The plane soared gracefully through the clouds.

a public entertainment, particularly in Spain, in which someone fights a bull and usually kills it

The matador prepared meticulously for the bullfight, checking his cape and sword one last time.

an activity in which someone jumps from a very high place with a rubber cord tied around their ankles

Bungee jumping off the bridge gave him an exhilarating rush of adrenaline.

a form of entertainment that typically involves skilled performers, animals, and various acts and attractions, often presented in a large tent or arena

to go across or to the other side of something

Every morning, he crosses the bridge on his way to work.

to move or travel through the air

Birds can fly freely in the sky.

a large desert animal with a long neck and one or two humps on its back

In some countries, camels are also raised for their milk and meat.

to go on vacation by a ship or boat

For their anniversary, the couple decided to cruise around the Caribbean.

a long walk often in the countryside for pleasure or as an exercise

an extremely large balloon filled with heated air, which enables it to float and travel through the sky

They enjoyed a scenic ride in a hot-air balloon over the countryside.

to go up mountains, cliffs, or high natural places as a sport

He likes to climb mountains on weekends.

a live musical performance featuring a band or artist playing rock music

They attended a rock concert last weekend and had an amazing time.

a group of people or objects placed in a line

The students sat in a row during the assembly, listening attentively to the guest speaker.

to travel on water using the power of wind or an engine

The sailboat gracefully sailed across the open sea, propelled by the ocean breeze.

a small board with two sets of wheels we stand on to move around by pushing one foot down

He enjoys riding his skateboard around the neighborhood, doing tricks and jumps at the local skate park.