Maintenance Work – English vocabulary
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50 English words with meanings: repair, replace, check, tighten, loosen… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on OpenQuiz.
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Word list
- repair /rɪ'peər/ (verb) — fix something that is broken
Example:We need to repair the broken pump.
Synonyms: fix, mend - replace /rɪ'pleɪs/ (verb) — put in a new one
Example:Replace the damaged filter with a new one.
Synonyms: substitute, exchange - check /tʃek/ (verb) — look at something to see if it is correct or working
Example:Check the oil level before starting the machine.
Synonyms: inspect, examine - tighten /'taɪtən/ (verb) — make tighter
Example:Please tighten all screws after replacement.
Synonyms: fasten, secure - loosen /'lu:sən/ (verb) — make looser
Example:Loosen the bolts before removing the cover.
Synonyms: release, relax - inspect /ɪn'spekt/ (verb) — check very carefully
Example:Inspect all hoses for possible leaks.
Synonyms: examine, check - lubricate /'lu:brɪkeɪt/ (verb) — add oil to reduce friction
Example:Lubricate the bearings regularly.
Synonyms: grease, oil - clean /kli:n/ (verb) — remove dirt
Example:Clean the surface before applying new paint.
Synonyms: wash, wipe - test /test/ (verb) — try it to see if it works
Example:Test the motor after installation.
Synonyms: check, examine - adjust /ə'dʒʌst/ (verb) — change slightly
Example:Adjust the pressure to the correct level.
Synonyms: modify, set - assemble /ə'sembl/ (verb) — put parts together
Example:Assemble the parts according to the manual.
Synonyms: put together, build - disassemble /,dɪsə'sembl/ (verb) — to take apart
Example:Disassemble the machine for maintenance.
Synonyms: take apart, unfasten - leak /li:k/ (noun) — a hole or crack where liquid or gas escapes
Example:We found a leak in the coolant pipe.
Synonyms: drip, seepage - hose /həʊz/ (noun) — a flexible tube
Example:Replace the worn-out hose immediately.
Synonyms: tube, pipe - valve /vælv/ (noun) — a part that controls flow
Example:Close the valve to stop water flow.
Synonyms: gate, tap - bearing /'beərɪŋ/ (noun) — a part that helps things spin smoothly
Example:The bearing needs to be lubricated.
- filter /'fɪltər/ (noun) — a part that removes dirt
Example:Replace the air filter every six months.
Synonyms: screen, strainer - oil /ɔɪl/ (noun) — a thick liquid used to lubricate machine parts
Example:Check the oil level daily.
- pressure /'preʃər/ (noun) — force in a gas or liquid
Example:Monitor the pressure gauge regularly.
Synonyms: force, compression - temperature /'temprətʃər/ (noun) — how hot or cold something is
Example:Record the temperature during operation.
Synonyms: heat, warmth - manual /'mænjuəl/ (noun) — a book that explains how to use something
Example:Read the manual before using the equipment.
Synonyms: guidebook, instruction - tool /tu:l/ (noun) — a thing used to do a job
Example:Keep your tools clean and organized.
Synonyms: instrument, device - equipment /ɪ'kwɪpmənt/ (noun) — a machine or tool
Example:All equipment must be checked weekly.
Synonyms: apparatus, machinery - device /dɪ'vaɪs/ (noun) — a small machine or tool made for a specific purpose
Example:This device measures temperature and pressure.
Synonyms: gadget, instrument - component /kəm'pəʊnənt/ (noun) — a single part of something
Example:Each component must be inspected carefully.
Synonyms: part, element - part /pɑ:rt/ (noun) — one piece of a machine or object
Example:We need a new part for this machine.
Synonyms: piece, section - machine /mə'ʃi:n/ (noun) — a piece of equipment with moving parts that does work
Example:The machine stopped working suddenly.
Synonyms: device, apparatus - motor /'məʊtər/ (noun) — a machine that makes power
Example:The motor overheated during operation.
Synonyms: engine, machine - gear /ɡɪər/ (noun) — a wheel with teeth
Example:The gear system needs adjustment.
Synonyms: cog, wheel - bolt /bəʊlt/ (noun) — a metal pin with a head
Example:Tighten all bolts securely.
Synonyms: fastener, pin
…and 20 more words in this set.
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