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Objects & Tools — Lesson 22
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pocket
ˈpɑːkɪt
A small bag-like part of a piece of clothing, used for carrying small items — she put her keys in her pocket.
She put her keys in her pocket.
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pool
puːl
An excavation that is (usually) filled with water — the hotel has an indoor pool.
The children love playing in the pool during summer.
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porch
pɔːrtʃ
A structure attached to the exterior of a building often forming a covered entrance — the house has a large front porch.
The house has a large front porch.
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pot
pɑt
A round container, typically made of metal or ceramic, used for cooking — the pot is boiling over.
She put the soup in a large pot.
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prison
ˈprɪzən
A building or place where people are legally held as a punishment for crimes — he was sent to prison for ten years.
He was sent to prison for ten years.
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radar
ˈreɪdɑːr
A system that uses radio waves to detect the position, speed, or direction of — police use radar to check car speeds.
The radar detected an aircraft approaching from the north.
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rail
reɪl
A barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports — the train runs along the rail.
The train runs along the rail.
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release
rəˈliːs
Merchandise issued for sale or public showing (especially a record or film) — the police decided to release the suspect.
The police decided to release the suspect.
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remote
rɪˈmoʊt
A device that can be used to control a machine or apparatus from a distance — there is only a remote chance of finding survivors.
The mountain village is very remote and has no roads.
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rib
rɪb
Support resembling the rib of an animal — he broke a rib in the accident.
He broke a rib in the accident.
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rifle
ˈraɪfəl
A shoulder firearm with a long barrel and a rifled bore — the hunter raised his rifle and took aim.
The hunter raised his rifle and took aim.
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road
roʊd
A hard surface built for vehicles, bicycles, or pedestrians to travel on — be careful when you cross the road.
Be careful when you cross the road.
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