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26 English words with meanings: add, against [touching], antique n, bag, basket… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on OpenQuiz.

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Word list

  1. add /æd/ (verb) — to put something with something else
    Example: Please add some sugar to the tea.
    Synonyms: include, put in, attach
  2. against [touching] /ə'ɡenst/ (preposition) — touching and pressing on something
    Example: The book is against the wall.
    Synonyms: touching, pressed on, leaning on
  3. antique n /æn'ti:k/ (noun) — an old and valuable object from a past time
    Example: She found an antique vase in the market.
    Synonyms: collectible, vintage item, curio
  4. bag /bæɡ/ (noun) — a container with handles used for carrying things
    Example: She carried her books in a bag.
    Synonyms: sack, purse
  5. basket /'bæskɪt/ (noun) — a container made of woven material with an open top
    Example: She carried the apples in a basket.
    Synonyms: hamper, container, tray
  6. bell /bɛl/ (noun) — a metal object that rings when struck
    Example: The bell rang at noon.
    Synonyms: chime, gong, alarm bell
  7. bottle /'bɒtəl/ (noun) — a container with a narrow neck for holding liquids
    Example: There is water in the bottle.
    Synonyms: flask, container
  8. bowl /boʊl/ (noun) — a round, deep dish used for holding food or liquids
    Example: She served soup in a large bowl.
    Synonyms: dish, basin, vessel
  9. box /bɑks/ (noun) — a hard container with flat sides and a lid or flap
    Example: He packed the toys in a box.
    Synonyms: container, case, carton
  10. brick /brɪk/ (noun) — A hard block made from clay and used in walls.
    Example: The wall was built with brick.
    Synonyms: block, brickwork unit
  11. bucket /'bʌkɪt/ (noun) — a round open container with a handle for carrying liquids
    Example: He carried water in a bucket.
    Synonyms: pail, container, tub
  12. build /bɪld/ (verb) — To make something by putting parts together.
    Example: They will build a new bridge.
    Synonyms: construct, make
  13. by hand /baɪ hænd/ (phrase) — made using only your hands, not machines
    Example: She made the card by hand.
    Synonyms: manually, by hand, without machines
  14. can (of cola) /kæn/ (noun) — a small metal container for a drink
    Example: She opened a can of cola.
    Synonyms: tin, container, soda can
  15. carton /'kɑrtən/ (noun) — a paper or cardboard box used for packing goods
    Example: The eggs came in a carton.
    Synonyms: box, package, case
  16. case /keɪs/ (noun) — a container or situation in which something is kept or happens
    Example: In this case, we should wait and see.
    Synonyms: situation, instance, container
  17. consist of /kən'sɪst ʌv/ (phrase) — be made from particular parts
    Example: The class consists of ten students.
    Synonyms: be made up of, be composed of, include
  18. container /kən'teɪnər/ (noun) — a thing made to hold or carry other things
    Example: Put the food in a clean container.
    Synonyms: holder, receptacle, vessel
  19. cotton /'kɑ:tən/ (noun) — a soft white plant fiber used to make cloth
    Example: Cotton is used to make soft shirts.
    Synonyms: fiber, textile fiber, plant fluff
  20. cover v /'kʌvər/ (verb) — to put something over something else
    Example: She covered the box with a cloth.
    Synonyms: place over, hide, protect
  21. electrical /ɪ'lɛktrɪkəl/ (adjective) — using or carrying electricity
    Example: Electrical wires run through the wall.
    Synonyms: electric, power-related, energy-based
  22. equipment /ɪ'kwɪpmənt/ (noun) — tools or other things needed for a task
    Example: We need the right equipment for the job.
    Synonyms: tools, gear
  23. existing /ɪɡ'zɪstɪŋ/ (adjective) — already there or already in use
    Example: Use the existing files in the folder.
    Synonyms: current, already available, present
  24. fragile /'frædʒəl/ (adjective) — easily broken or damaged
    Example: Be careful with that fragile glass.
    Synonyms: delicate, breakable, easily damaged
  25. jar /dʒɑr/ (noun) — a glass or plastic container with a wide mouth and a lid
    Example: She poured water from the jar.
    Synonyms: container, pot, vessel
  26. jug /dʒʌɡ/ (noun) — a container with a handle and a narrow top for pouring liquids
    Example: He filled the jug with juice.
    Synonyms: pitcher, container, carafe

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