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Objects & Tools — Lesson 13

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drill

drɪl

A power tool with a rotating drill bit used for making holes in wood, metal, or — the fire drill took place at 10 a.m.

He used a drill to make a hole in the wall.

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drum

drʌm

A musical instrument consisting of a hollow cylinder with skin or plastic — he plays the drum in a rock band.

He plays the drum in a rock band.

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elastic

ɪˈlæs.tɪk

A narrow band of elastic rubber used to hold things (such as papers) together — this rubber band is very elastic.

This rubber band is very elastic.

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electric

ɪˈlɛktrɪk

A car that is powered by electricity — the electric car is very modern.

The electric car is very modern.

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elevator

ˈelɪveɪtər

A device like a small room that moves up and down inside a building to carry — can you call the elevator, please?

The elevator is on the left side of the lobby.

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empty

ˈempti

A container that has been emptied — the bottle is empty.

The bottle is empty.

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engine

ˈendʒɪn

A machine with moving parts that converts energy into motion or power — the car engine won't start.

The car engine won't start.

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entrance

ˈen.trəns

Something that provides access (to get in or get out) — the management reserve the right to refuse entrance.

There are two entrances - one at the front and one around the back.

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envelope

ˈenvəloʊp

A paper container with a gummed flap, used for sending letters and documents — I put a stamp on the envelope.

I put a stamp on the envelope.

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exit

ˈeksɪt

An opening that permits escape or release — there is an exit at the back of the theater.

Please use the emergency exit in case of fire.

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export

ˈekspɔːrt

Commodities (goods or services) sold to a foreign country — rice is one of the country's main exports.

Rice is one of the country's main exports.

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fabric

ˈfæbrɪk

A material made by weaving, knitting, or pressing fibers together — the curtains are made of cotton fabric.

She bought some fabric to make a new dress.

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